The Mdzananda Animal Clinic in Khayelitsha, as one of the charity beneficiaries of the 2024 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, invites runners to #RunForRescues this year in support of the animal shelter’s efforts, Cape {town} Etc reports.
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‘We have set a high goal,’ says Marcelle du Plessis, fundraising and communications executive.
‘…but we believe that, with the public’s support, we can achieve it. In 2023 we served over 17 000 community pets who would otherwise have had no access to medical care and all funds raised will go directly to serving the animals. Join the movement and make a difference.’
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Mdzananda Animal Clinic is a registered non-profit animal clinic in Khayelitsha which serves an average of 1 500 animals per month via consultations, hospitalisation, general and orthopaedic surgeries, sterilisations, mobile clinics and an animal ambulance.
The 42.2km Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is a prestigious global city race open to a wide variety of runners. It offers spectacular views of Table Mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, historic landmarks and famous attractions.
It also offers the chance for runners to support a charity. More than 500 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon runners have raised over R2.5 million via GivenGain, its official fundraising platform, since 2018.
By choosing to run for Mdzananda Animal Clinic, you can have a direct hand in helping to save and improve the lives of the animals.
Here’s how you can get involved:
- Pledge to #RunForRescues: You can choose from any of the marathon events
- Buy a ticket: Purchase your marathon ticket via Mdzananda Animal Clinic and wear something orange to show your support
- Already have a ticket?: Sign up to raise funds for Mdzananda Animal Clinic. Contact Kelly Arendse at [email protected].
‘Every step you take and every meter you conquer will help us reach our goal of providing care, shelter, and hope to the animals who need it most,’ says Arendse.
‘Let’s make 2024 our best year yet. Run for rescues, run for hope, and run for the lives of animals. Together, we can make a difference.’
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