A little surprise amidst the CoVid normalcy.
The Colours of Hope Youth Team spent their Thursday morning at Chris Hani Baragwanath hospital, spending time with little ones who’ve sadly been afflicted with cancer.
Mrs Aida and Mr Lawrence (social workers at the hospital), Dr Mari (Oncologist in charge), as well as several helpful interns from the PR department delightfully welcomed us.
The little ones had the option of either red or blue bags, each pack containing a sanitizer, notebook, colouring book and colouring pencils, a small, toothbrush and tooth paste, facecloth, a pair of socks, a bandanna and a yummy snack.
Once again, a heartfelt thank you to Dr Minty for donating adorable, reusable face masks, specifically sewn for the kids.
The little ones took their time choosing the masks they liked best...Minnie Mouse, Spiderman, polka dots... Masking up never looked this good! Several little boys carefully chose masks to specially match their outfits... how cute ?!
A thoughtful Mr Lawrence, who (for sanitary purposes) gathered all the kids able to leave their rooms, in their private play area so we could spend some time with them.
Many of the kids in the oncology wards have been hospitalized for many days or weeks, and as such, don’t often get to see faces from outside the hospital, hence it was such a treat for them!
A member of our Youth Team especially bonded with a four year old Aaliyah, who has now lost all her hair.
The cutie is currently close to the end of her chemo treatment. When asked about it, Aaliyah excitedly shouted with a hand in the air, “Yes!! Almost done!’
She chatted to us from the rocking horse she was contently seated on, curling the horse’s mane with her new colouring pencils.
The kids were overjoyed with their packs...a little girl mentioned that she definitely planned on hiding her new colouring book from her little brother, who always ends up tearing his own.
The CoH Youth Team is never more excited for projects than on the days we spend time with little ones. Much love and respect to these little soldiers. Gratitude for health and small miracles is what makes us whole.
...and so we left... saturated with warmth and fuzziness.
Thank you to the staff at Chris Hani Baragwanath, as well as the parents who gave us permission to take pictures and spend the morning with their kids.
You absolutely made our day.
Aai’shah Jamal
#cohyouthteam #cancerdrive #southafrica
Dr Fathima Minty
On a rather chilly Spring Day, the team decided to spread some Spring cheer to mums at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital.
As financial constraints were experienced by many during the CoVid lockdown period, we thought it necessary to ease the burden of new mums once more.
The Colours of Hope Baby project is one dear to our hearts, particularly during these difficult times.
Three wards of overjoyed mums (Wards 65 and 67) and a deeply thankful Matron TP Ntlhabane offered words of gratitude for the distribution.
A gran who could not take care of her newborn grandson was especially grateful for the hamper as the little one would now be on his way to a new home with a lovely gift.
An “Awwwwww” moment rippled through Ward 66 as nurses delightfully opened the bag of the tiniest knitted items.
A heartfelt THANK YOU to a special volunteer from Little Favoured Ones ... the knit wear for the preemees was beyond adorable.
Thank you kindly Dr Minty, for the donation of 100 reusable face masks which we added to our hampers.
Meeting the mums of two sets of twins and a set of triplets was a perfect ending to our day... And so the cold was melted away by the warmth of pure fuzziness.
#Cohbabyproject
#babesareourthing
Thank you ALL for sharing this Eidul Adha with the people of Syria, albeit miles away.
May the Almighty Allah accept this from each and everyone.
#EidUlAdha2020
#syriaqurbani
In a country already struggling, the explosion couldn’t have come at a worse time. Prices of most goods in the country have nearly tripled, while the value of the national currency has fallen by 80%. Many are homeless and in need of assistance.
Let’s support the people of Lebanon.
Qurbani in Syria completed Alhamdulillah.
Almost done, then ready for distribution.
Thank you to all those who fulfilled their Qurbani with us. Please continue to support our projects in Syria.
Donate online www.coloursofhope.org.za
Maseeha Saloojee
Qurbani in Yemen is completed Alhamdulillah.
A little parcel of meat clutched in the hands of a child in Bajil, Hudaida, Yemen. Who knows when they will have meat again or whether their condition will ever change?
May the Almighty accept this from everyone. A small drop in the ocean of the hundreds of thousands who have not eaten meat in months if not years. Nonetheless, we hope it gives some ease.
Continue your support and donations to Colours of Hope. Lillaah, Sadaqah and Zakaah accepted. Every bit helps.
#Yemenaid
May Allah accept from us all. Thank you for remembering the less fortunate in commemorating the sacrifice of Nabi Ibraheem Alayhi Salaam.
#eiduladha
#Qurbani
Ode to a phenomenal woman, Haajar Alayhi-Salaam. Her patience, perseverance and faith lay the foundations of the great ritual journey of Hajj.
Don’t miss it! Every Tuesday at 14:05 on Salaamedia where we go back in time, taking lessons from our noble predecessors. Women who felt as we feel, loved as we love, women who are remembered in history due to their courage, compassion and faith.
Colours of Hope celebrates Mandela Day with the staff and patients of Hillbrow CHC !
In light of the many challenges people face during the Covid pandemic, we wished to make life a little safer and pleasurable for our fellow South Africans.
Patients are touched by the kindness and receive the edibles with much appreciation. They are however even more pleased and beyond grateful for the re-usable masks !
Mums to be, enter the ward walking with difficulty, enduring the the gripping pains of labour. We offer a baby hamper and recite a little prayer for them respectively.
They are deeply grateful and motion a thank you from their hearts.
There’s nothing more rewarding than uplifting someone else!
Colours of Hope would like to thank a very special lady who donated a wheel chair to the clinic. Your action has brought ease in the life of someone else.
...to all who assisted in sharing with us the spirit of Ubuntu ... much love and God bless!
#MandelaDay2020
Colours of Hope being welcomed at Jobstown Primary School, Newcastle, KZN, commemorating Mandela Day 2020. Due to CoVid-19, we were unable to have all students present, nevertheless we hope that we have spread some colour at this school, together with it’s dedicated educators hand in hand with the SGB.
A very thankful Principal of Jobstown Primary School, Mr Themba Mkhize and members of the School Governing Body expressed their gratitude at the donated items.
Items donated to the school included disinfectants, hand sanitizer, thermometers, screen separators and reusable face masks.
Getting ready for our distribution in commemorating Mandela Day 2020 at Jobstown Primary, 36km our of Newcastle, KwaZulu Natal.
Email the following to accounts@coloursofhope.org.za:
1. the names of those on whose behalf Qurbani is being made,
2. your name, surname and mobile number.
Payment secures your animal.
Reference: Qurbani Syria
Email the following to accounts@coloursofhope.org.za:
1. the names of those on whose behalf Qurbani is being made,
2. your name, surname and mobile number.
Payment secures your animal.
Reference: Qurbani Syria
Email the following to accounts@coloursofhope.org.za:
1. the names of those on whose behalf Qurbani is being made,
2. the country to where you would like the Qurbani done,
3. your name, surname and mobile number.
Payment secures your animal.
Reference: Qurbani & country
May Allah accept from each of you, especially during this time of CoVid-19, where financial circumstances may not be favourable. You will be fulfilling a basic need of another - that of hunger, while pleasing Allah.
Imagine leaving your home with only the clothes on your back, then being denied entry into another country you hoped could give you and your family safety.
#WorldRefugeeDay
This world refugee day, let’s take a moment to reflect over the lives sacrificed and lost in an effort for peace and survival.
Over seventy million human beings have been forced to leave behind their home, people and memories without a choice.
Find out how you can help by visiting our website: www.coloursofhope.org.za
“The outside wounds are healing, but the inside wound will always be raw”
#worldrefugeeday
The most beautiful thing in the world is a child’s smile. The next best thing? Knowing that you are the reason behind it.
#GazaEidGifts4kids
Malawi Iftar 2020 Food Pack Distribution
22 May 2020/ 28 Ramadan 1441
The One Humanity team on the ground in Malawi were able to distribute 660 food packs sponsored by Colours of Hope to 660 poor and needy Muslim families from 9 villages in the Mulanje district in the Southern region of Malawi.
This area is considered one of the many poor areas where no food aid had reached them prior to this distribution in Ramadhan.
The beneficiaries received food packs which included 12 kg maize flour, 2 kg rice, 2 kg beans, 1 kg salt, 1 litre cooking oil, 1 unit matches, 1 packet candles, 450 g juice powder, 50 g tea, 2 kg sugar, 990 g soya pieces.
May Allah accept from everyone!
Listen to the interview with Kaashifa Jamal and Zaida Gangat/Salaamedia on the KIDS CAN CAMPAIGN FOR YEMEN.
Interview with Kaashifa Jamal about the Songs for Syria campaign.
Listen to the Cii interview with Sauda Ismail about the Baby Project
Listen to the interview with Kaashifa Jamal about the Baby Project
Radio Al-Ansaar interview with Sauda on the Baby Project.
At Colours of Hope we value your trust, which is why we work with trusted organisations who value us as well.
Ibn Hajar and al-Albani: Hidaayat-ur-Ruwaah, 2/293
