As part of our ongoing series featuring some of the incredible beneficiary organisations that our stores support within their local communities, this week, we’re proud to feature yet another organisation that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children – The Potato Foundation, supported by FLM Lynnwood Lane.
A registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) operating in Pretoria and surrounding areas, The Potato Foundation plays a vital role as a soup kitchen, serving the impoverished community of Garankuwa in Pretoria. Operating in collaboration with Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres, the foundation ensures that between 85 – 100 young children are provided with daily nutritious meals at playschools and nursery schools established by various organisations.
Beyond nourishing the children at these educational institutions, The Potato Foundation also extends its support to the families of these learners by making monthly contributions in the form of grocery hampers. This thoughtful initiative not only addresses the immediate needs of the children attending the ECD centres, but also aims to alleviate the broader challenges faced by their families.
Through its dual approach of daily meal provisions for young learners and monthly grocery support for their families, the organisation demonstrates a commitment to holistic community well-being. By addressing both the educational and household needs, the foundation strives to make a positive impact in the lives of those living in the underserved area of Garankuwa.
To assist the organisation in providing meals for these young children and grocery hampers for their families, FLM Lynnwood Lane provides monthly donations in the form of fresh produce and groceries to the value of R1,800.
