Business went barefoot yesterday in aid of kids and the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber led the way in the One Day Without Shoes initiative by using their Top 40 under 40 achievers to drive the initiative in their own companies, and encouraging their members to get on board. The Top 40 Under 40 CSI Initiative received a phenomenal response with already more than 500 pairs of shoes collected or dropped off at the Business Chamber, for donation to the Metro’s Education task team to help children and young adults without shoes right here in Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay.
The Chamber’s Top 40 Under 40 Co-Ordinator, Nicole Klokow said: “We are overwhelmed at the response we’ve received so far. The success of this initiative depends on the effort made by all to contribute towards helping those who cannot afford shoes and Nelson Mandela Bay businesses have shown that they really care.”
Corporate social investment plays a big role in developing communities by giving back to them through donations, monetary offerings, volunteering of time or services. This CSI initiative demonstrates that business in Nelson Mandela Bay is passionate and proactive, and that success can be achieved through partnerships in the public and private sector. The Chamber encourages its members to support and participate in Corporate Social Investment Initiatives.
The Business Chamber will accept shoe donations up until midday on 16 April.
Shoes can also be dropped off at the following distribution points until Friday 13 April:
- Metlife Mall
- The offices of Kingfisher FM, 34 Newton Street, Newton Park
- The offices of Jaco Rademeyer Estates, Corner 16th Avenue and Main road, Walmer
The shoes will be officially handed over to Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile on the 17th April.
Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber staff supported the One Day Without Shoes Initiative by going barefoot for the day. Image: Sandra Pow Chong
