Project YES Africa suggests 5 ways you can have real impact in this global movement
for good!
The 18th of July is Mandela Day, when people around the world are encouraged to spend at least 67 minutes doing something positive for their communities. It is to honour the 67 years late South African president, Nelson Mandela, spent fighting for social justice, equality and democracy. This is the third Mandela Day since the freedom fighter passed.
The Nelson Mandela Foundation is dedicating this year’s Mandela Day to Action Against Poverty, honouring Nelson Mandela’s leadership and devotion to fighting poverty and promoting social justice for all.
Here at Project YES Africa (PYA) we’ll all be doing our part. As the world reflects on Nelson Mandela’s legacy, we give thanks for his life, his leadership and his devotion to humanity and to humanitarian causes. We also want to know what you’re doing to serve the less fortunate. No matter how small your action, Mandela Day is about changing the world for the better, just as Nelson Mandela did every day. We’ve put together 5 different ways for you to contribute on this international day of philanthropy. From helping the homeless, and providing food, to aiding with jobs and employment, supporting children and education; there is something for everyone this Mandela Day.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
HERE ARE 5 #ACTIONAGAINSTPOVERTY ACTIVITIES
1. Volunteer with Food Rescue US in DC, CT, IN, LA, OH, and NM
As a food rescuer, you will play an important role in getting healthy, fresh food to our food insecure neighbors by collecting edible food that would have otherwise gone to waste from restaurants, grocers, and other food establishments.The Food Rescue US app seamlessly connects food donors, volunteer food rescuers, and receiving agencies. Whatever role you play in the movement, getting healthy food to hungry people has never been simpler. DownloadApp or RegisterHere
On #MandelaDay, Project YES Africa will be collecting food
from the Common Good City Farm in Washington, DC
and delivering to Bernice Fonteneau Senior Wellness Center.
2. Support Capitol Hill DC Diaper Bank Drive
Did you know that 1 in 3 families struggle to afford diapers? DC Diaper Bank works to provide an adequate and reliable supply of diapers to babies, toddlers and their families in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Consider donating a box of diapers, and/or hold a small drive to collect diapers in your neighborhood or place of employment.
Capitol Hill DC Diaper Drive Drop-Off Location:
912 Massachusetts Ave, NE Washington, DC 20002
FMI: (202) 543-1344 | here2serve@capitolhillsdachurch.org
The Capitol Hill DC Diaper Bank Drive runs from July 9 through July 29
Click here for other collection locations across Maryland, DC and Virginia. You may also give a monetary donation to the DC Diaper Bank via PayPal.
PYA Board with South African Ambassador to the US at the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa on Mandela Day 2016
3. Donate while shopping at AmazonSmile to support
Project YES Africa
Project YES Africa is a US-based non-profit that targets its efforts towards the development and education of school-aged children in Mandela’s beloved South Africa. Support a cause while shopping! You can use your existing Amazon.com account on AmazonSmile. On your first visit to AmazonSmile, select the charitable organization – Project YES Africa – to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. AmazonSmile will remember your selection, and then the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Project YES Africa.
4. Volunteer for Homeless Assistance Response Team
CHGM is seeking compassionate and energetic volunteers to join our Homeless Assistance Response Team (HART). HART volunteers are made up of concerned community members, who are trained to offer basic outreach and emergency services to our unsheltered neighbors throughout the year. Our volunteers canvass the Eastern Market neighborhood and Union Station. Contact CHGM at (202) 544-0631 or info@chgm.net
5. Donate professional clothing to Dress for Success (opportunities available nation-wide) to increase employment and job potential for low-income women
This not-for-profit organization empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. To donate clothes to your local Dress for Success, please click here to find the affiliate nearest to you.
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“We need to place the eradication of poverty at the top of world priorities. We need to know with a fresh conviction that we all share a common humanity and that our diversity in the world is the strength for our future together.” – Nelson Mandela
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TAKE ACTION!
JOIN PROJECT YES AFRICA
IN INSPIRING CHANGE ON MANDELA DAY.
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