Thousands took to the Sea Point Prom over the weekend; walking to feed hungry schoolchildren. Together, their steps raised over half a million rand, securing meals that’ll feed these children for a whole year!
Cape Town, South Africa (31 August 2023) — For the better part of a century, the Blisters for Bread charity walk has united the people of the Cape Peninsula and anyone wanting to use their feet to do some good on August’s last Sunday, annually.
Over the weekend, the Sea Point Promenade became enthralled with tons of food steps, all united in a goal to raise awareness, morale and funds for hungry school children.
In fact, around 6,000 people of all ages united for the 5km and 10km walks, raising over half a million rand for their steps (R581 877 from entry fees and donations).
Thanks to them, nearly 1,000 schoolchildren will not need to worry about breakfast and lunch for a whole year.
At the helm of Blisters for Bread’s ship is the Peninsula School Feeding Association, which serves 27,000 meals a day in the Western Cape; like the recent St Helena Bay school success story we shared!
‘PSFA’s Blisters for Bread Charity Family Fun Walk is a shining example of the positive change that can be brought about when a community comes together for a common cause. By raising funds to feed impoverished schoolchildren, this event will not only fill hungry tummies but also nurture hope, unity, and the belief in the power of collective efforts to transform lives,’ said Petrina Pakoe, The Peninsula School Feeding Association’s Director.
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