Portable cot

On the 14th of March 2026, the CLR Team visited the Makause Informal Settlement in Germiston, South Africa — a place where more than 30,000 people live in extreme poverty, many in conditions almost impossible to imagine. This is the reality for families here. Homes built from corrugated metal. Limited access to basic services. And a community surviving day to day with extraordinary resilience. As the CLR Foundation team arrived, we were welcomed by two remarkable women who run small day care centers — safe spaces where local children spend their days while their parents search for work. We brought toys for over a hundred children, and witnessing their excitement was deeply moving. In the midst of hardship, their laughter and joy reminded us of the power of small acts of kindness. One of the most heartbreaking moments was seeing where the babies sleep — on the floor, with no cots, no prams, no mattresses. These little ones deserve so much more. The older children play soccer on a dusty open field, without goalposts or grass, yet they play with pride and spirit. Even with so little, they find joy in the game. Standing among the children of Makause, we were reminded of the importance of community, compassion, and action. Their humility, their smiles, and their strength left a deep impact on all of us. This is why we are asking for your help. Your contribution — no matter how small — can make a real, tangible difference for these children. Together, we can provide safe sleeping spaces for babies, better facilities for day care centers, and basic necessities for families who need them most. Join us in supporting the most vulnerable. Let’s give the children of Makause the hope and dignity they deserve.

No of People Supported

100

Appeal

What's Urgently Needed Now

Causes

Economic Hardship

Delivery methods

Voucher/Funds

Quantity of items Needed

Address

GERMISTON,South Africa
2001

Country

South Africa

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