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The foundation has had to adapt to this \u2018new normal\u2019 and in doing so has a list of dream children in waiting.<\/p>\n<p>For the past 32 years the foundation has been fulfilling the dreams of children across South Africa between the ages of 3 and 18 faced with a life-threatening illness. <\/p>\n<p>More so, the much celebrated annual Slipper Day, which is Reach For A Dream\u2019s largest fund-raising campaign, could not happen owing to lockdown, resulting in experiencing a terrible setback in terms of funding which is affecting the good work they are doing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNow more than ever, we need to support our children and by giving these vulnerable children hope, we can help to make their dreams a reality. <\/p>\n<p>This is an opportunity for us to show the true spirit of South Africa, of Ubuntu, of togetherness.\u201d says Jacques Cronje, Wimpy\u2019s Marketing Executive.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n <b>Let\u2019s Get Behind Virtual Slipper Week<\/b>\n<\/p>\n<p>The foundation has called on all South Africans to show their support by making a donation to this inspiring cause and sharing a Slipper Selfie on social media.<\/p>\n<p>For every donation of R30 and above, a free filter coffee voucher will be redeemable from your nearest Wimpy. <\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s stand together and help raise funds for this worthy cause and ensure that dreams can\u2019t be locked down.<\/p>\n<p>\n <b>How to help make a difference:<\/b>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n <span>.<\/span> Make a donation of R30 or more here <span>www.wimpy.co.za\/reach-for-a-dream\/<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\n <span>.<\/span> Redeem and enjoy a free cup of Wimpy filter coffee <\/p>\n<p>\n <span>.<\/span> Sharing your Slipper Selfie and tagging @ReachForADream and @WimpySA and using #BetterTogetherMoments #VirtualSlipperWeek <\/p>\n<p>Together we can make dreams come true. <\/p>\n<p>\n <span>FB:<\/span> The Reach For A Dream Foundation<\/p>\n<p>\n <span>IG:<\/span> @reach_for_a_dream<\/p>\n<p>\n <span>TW:<\/span> @ReachForADream<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> For more information on the wonderful work Reach For A Dream does, please visit www.reachforadream.org.za or contact Roxanne Manuel, Reach For A Dream\u2019s Marketing Manager on 078 321 4916 or marketing@reachforadream.org.za.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DESPITE the lockdown and global pandemic, Reach For A Dream is still engaging with children, families and medical teams across South Africa. 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