Ruthwiphdale School, an institution combining Nigerian and British curricula, has donated food items, clothes, shoes, and other essentials to Compassionate Orphanage as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative. In a statement made available to the correspondent by the school on Thursday stated that the school had been impacting lives for over a decade. The proprietress, Adenike Odetola, emphasised the school’s commitment to uplifting the underprivileged. “The reason for the charity arm is to support those who lack the opportunities to fulfill their potential. We adopted Compassionate Orphanage because it houses many orphans who, if supported, can achieve great things,” Odetola explained. She noted that the Foundation visited the orphanage twice annually to present cheques raised through donations, in addition to regular contributions from parents and pupils. According to her, these donations often include food, clothing, and other materials. Odetola added, “Our learners make cash contributions to the charity every Thursday. Related News NAFDAC seizes N3.8bn unregistered food products in Lagos Christmas: Low-key celebrations as prices soar, traders lament poor sales Crash food prices to address palliative stampedes – OPC During the festive season, leading up to Christmas, our parents generously donate food items, clothing, and other essentials to support our adopted orphans. Despite the economic challenges in the country, they have remained steadfast in giving.” She described the gesture as an effort to instill the value of generosity in the learners. “We are planting the seed of giving in our learners, and we pray it will yield a hundredfold in their lives,” she said. In addition to the donation, Ruthwiphdale School observed Jumper Day on December 11, a global event inspired by the UK charity, Save the Children. While the UK charity is not operational in Nigeria, the school has adopted the principle of raising funds for the less privileged.“The money raised during Jumper Day will be used to purchase items for Compassionate Orphanage, which will be presented on Valentine’s Day. Earlier on December 9, we visited the orphanage to donate food items and other materials, thanks to the unwavering support of our parents,” she disclosed. Odetola urged corporate organisations and schools to emulate such efforts in addressing the needs of vulnerable children. “We cannot leave everything to the government. Among these children are potential doctors, engineers, architects, and IT experts. Supporting them today is investing in a better tomorrow,” she concluded.Mikaela Shiffrin suffers abrasion on hip during crash on final run of World Cup giant slalomNews Don't miss out on the headlines from News. Followed categories will be added to My News. I’m excited for 2025. I think it’s because I like quarters. 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HALIFAX - A Nova Scotia charity is serving at least 600 free traditional dinners over Christmas Eve and Christmas Day to spread a little bit of holiday cheer. The Souls Harbour Rescue Mission is offering a sit-down turkey dinner with all the fixings for people who need “food or friends” at mission locations across the province. It’s the first time the group is serving the meals over the holidays since it started providing community service in 2010. Michelle Porter, the CEO, says the charity has been raising funds for Christmas festivities since November and estimates the cost for events during the holiday season is around $1 million. Meals will differ slightly at mission locations across the province, but Porter says all plates will have turkey, potatoes, cranberry, gravy and some vegetables. People who attend will also get a Christmas stocking that includes a mini hygiene set and a few treats like chocolate, gloves and socks. About 400 people will eat today in Lower Sackville, Bridgewater, Truro and Sydney Mines, while Porter estimates 200 people will share a meal together in Halifax on Christmas Day. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 24, 2024.