More than 45 youngsters, most between the ages of 6 and 15 years, attended the party. These youngsters have experienced traumatic events and thus came to the attention of George Child and Family Welfare’s social workers.
It was firemen Richardo Michaels and Johan Troskie who gave each child their Christmas present - all donated by the George community - after which the youngsters could continue having their faces painted, playing on the jumping castles and enjoying lunch and refreshments. The day also included entertainment provided by the group Youth180, and each child received a stocking at the end of the day. George Child and Family Welfare can be contacted at 044 874 0424 or info@georgechildwelfare.co.za.
The precious children who attended George Child and Family Welfare’s Christmas party crowded around the Christmas tree eagerly awaiting their presents.
Firemen Johan Troskie and Ricardo Michaels (back) handed out Christmas presents during last week’s Christmas party.
ARTICLE: LEEANNE PRATT, GEORGE HERALD JOURNALIST
