This June I will embarking on one of the greatest adventures I have been involved in. I am heading to South Africa to volunteer at the Botshabelo Orphanage. My plan is to be in South Africa for a month and be a part of their community.
Botshabelo, meaning "a place of refuge", was started in the early 90's by a couple, Marion and Con Cloete. They gave up their lives and started this community that provides a home for people who need it. Since 1990, Botshabelo has worked to become a self-sustaining community and more importantly, a place of safety and family to South Africa's AIDS orphans and economic orphans. The community includes an orphanage, school, village, medical clinic and organic farm.
Spending a month at Botshabelo is a dream come true for me, however it does not come free. It is my goal to be able to offer a monetary donation to the community when I arrive to cover the expense of my stay. I am hopeful that my friends and family understand how important this is to me and get involved. I am donating my time and I am hopeful that the people in my life will donate their money... even just a few dollars is helpful.
Please check back frequently for updates... I am so looking forward to this adventure and truly feel blessed to have this opportunity.
With open arms and a heart full of love,
Kaity
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