A Heideveld community worker went the extra mile on Monday when she treated 250 people in the area to a lekker meal all in the spirit of Christmas.
Vanessa Nelson runs a feeding scheme programme at least once a week, but this week she decided to make it a bit more special.
“I run a programme every Tuesday for my extended family (residents) and this time I wanted to give everyone an early Christmas lunch which I knew would be great,” Vanessa says.
Katberg Road was closed for the celebrations and Christmas carols were blasting from speakers as everyone enjoyed the merriment.
The street was lined with wooden chairs and tables laden with lekker kos while Father Christmas handed out gifts to happy children.
The menu was delicious as Vanessa and her volunteer helpers went out of their way to spread the love.
Mense were treated to lekker kentucky chicken, braai chops, baked bean salad, potato salad, spicy macaroni salad and spaghetti in white sauce with cheese.
HEART OF GOLD: Vanessa Nelson. Picture: Jack Lestrade
A volunteer from Athlone, Guster Wallace, 42, says there’s nothing else she would rather be doing.
“As we were driving from Athlone we invited anyone we saw along the way, and gave directions to those we saw,” Guster said.
“It’s truly a blessing what Vanessa does and I am so blessed to be helping her. Seeing the joy on people’s faces and the true look of appreciation is priceless.