March 28, 2015 Dear Friends of A Spring of Hope, We would like to welcome you to our annual gala, “The Power of Hope.” Thank you for all of your support and kindness. This year marks a very special time in our history as a foundation. It has been 10 years since my mother and I first visited the Beretta Primary School, which inspired the creation of A Spring of Hope. In August of 2014, we completed our 25th borehole project at the Mananatha Creche, which happens to be the pre-school run by the principal of Beretta School, Leanette Sithole—bringing ASoH full circle. Our work in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces of South Africa—the nation’s poorest—has exposed our team to the variety of challenges poverty presents to rural schools. In concert with other local governmental and non-governmental organizations, permaculture is being taught at our partner schools, inculcating an awareness of water conservation and sustainable farming methods among both students and administrators. Focusing on crop rotation and seedling cultivation, Leanette leads regular permaculture training classes for representatives from other schools. Teachers and administrators from new partner schools are inspired to replicate the food gardens at Beretta at their own schools. Our partner schools have dramatically improved classroom environments for their students with improved sanitation and nutrition. Yet, sanitation issues continue to present challenges. Many schools still lack adequate kitchen facilities to prepare the food grown in their gardens. Others are still working toward a functioning gardening program. Our team in South Africa has identified these schools and we are working on getting them the help they need to achieve their goals. With donations from our annual gala, corporations, individual donors, and grants, A Spring of Hope will continue our work to bring water resources, food gardens, and sanitation solutions that best suit each individual school. We are thrilled to be collaborating with new partners, South African Airways and the Irie Foundation. Thank you for your support! We would like to thank our generous gala supporters: South African Airways, House of Mandela, Arctic Beverage, Abbvie Pharmaceuticals, Boca Magazine, Royal Malewane, Rotary Water Well Projects, The Thornybush Collection, Passage to Africa, The Flagship, Skin Appeal, PhotoArt by Celia, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, Sophia Lindop, Travel Trackers, Ocean 234, Standard Hotel and Cloud 9. A Spring of Hope would also like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Maki Mandela, our Guest of Honor. As we move forward, we are optimistic that more rural schools in Limpopo and Mpumalanga will become thriving learning centers, better equipped to tackle the challenges of poverty. We hope you enjoy the unique evening we have planned for you. Thank you for joining us! Gratefully yours, Brittany Helena Young President, A Spring of Hope
GUE S T O F HO NO R
Dr Makaziwe Mandela Daughter of the late Nelson Mandela
Dr. Mandela received her Doctorate in Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts. She was intricately involved in the development of a substantial investment portfolio within Nozala Investments (Pty) Ltd which has been used in the economic uplift and empowerment of women in South Africa. Dr. Mandela has previously sat on the Boards of several socially and environmentally conscious organizations. She is also a consultant in training development and life skills at Self Empowerment International. Currently Dr. Mandela is the Chairman of House of Mandela.
E v en i ng Progr a m 6:00
Cocktails and Appetizers Special performance by Ed Kolcz
7:30
South African Inspired Dinner Cape Town Salad
Baby Field Greens, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Chick Peas, Carrots and Green Beans topped with Warm Feta Cheese Served with Dijon Vinaigrette
Duet Plate
South African Lobster Tail Guinea Fowl, Braised over Kameeldoring Wood Grapes, Mascarpone and Tarragon Jasmine Rice Chakalaka
Dessert
Traditional Malva Pudding Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
8:00
Gala Opening Welcome to The Power of Hope Gala Brittany Young, President, ASoH
8:15
Guest Speaker/Guest of Honor Dr. Makaziwe Mandela
9:20
Live Auction Begins
10:00
Performance by the acclaimed singer/composer/guitarist Ghaleb
th a n k y ou We would like to sincerely thank our generous donors and Sponsors. Funds from this year’s gala will benefit Thandokazi and Nkalane Schools in Qunu, Nelson Mandela’s home village. Mr. William Ezzo Irie Foundation The Prentice Foundation Rotary Water Well Projects Ms. Shelley Smith Thomas Family Foundation Ms. Elizabeth Walbridge Walbridge Family Foundation First Presbyterian Church
Thandokazi School
Nkalane School
Our belief in the common good Ultimately translates into a deep concern for those that suffer want and deprivation of any kind. Neslon Mandela
1.4 million south african children live in homes that have no safe water supply
women and girls represent Up to 90% of water collectors
2,402 schools in south africa have no water supply
Limpopo Province, at 83.3%, has the highest rate of childhood poverty.
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UNICEF.org. Children’s Institute, University of Cape Town
2,611 schools in south africa have Unreliable water supply
1 in 3 children experience hunger or are at risk of hunger
UNICEF SOUTH AFRICA Universal Periodic Review
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UN Commission on the Status of Women
Statistics South Africa (2010). General Household Survey 2009.
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