06/08/2026
For Mandela Day 2026, College Street School proudly embraced the spirit of service by making a difference in our community.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our learners, parents, staff, and supporters, we collected ingredients to prepare Jars of Hope and cooked delicious, nourishing soup for those in need.
Our Phase 6 learners thoroughly enjoyed working together to assemble the Jars of Hope before personally delivering them to the Buffalo Flats Crisis Centre. The centre provides rehabilitation and support to individuals struggling with addiction, while also making regular contributions to local soup kitchens, extending hope to many throughout our community.
What makes this organisation even more inspiring is its story. The land on which the Buffalo Flats Crisis Centre now stands was once a neglected dumpsite. Through dedication, hard work, and vision, it was adopted, cleaned, and transformed into a place of hope, healing, and restoration.
A heartfelt thank you to every learner, parent, staff member, and donor who contributed towards this outreach. Your kindness and generosity made this initiative a wonderful success and reminded us that even the smallest act of service can have a lasting impact.
"It is in your hands to create a better world for all who live in it." โ Nelson Mandela
If you would like to support or connect with the Buffalo Flats Crisis Centre, please contact Jurgen at 078 391 4884.