Louis Trichardt SPCA raises over R300,000 at charity auction

Despite a last-minute venue change, the local SPCA's annual charity auction raised over R300,000. This vital funding will support their tireless work rescuing and caring for 70-100 animals monthly, from pets to wildlife, without government aid.

The local community once again showed its compassion and appreciation for the work done by the local SPCA during the annual charity auction. Well over R300,000 was raised – money that will help fund the SPCA’s work.

With dark clouds threatening to spoil the atmosphere at Vijgeboomsdrift, Friday night’s function had to be moved at short notice. This proved no deterrent to the spirit of generosity and enjoyment, and Ben van der Merwe graciously made his venue at Rondebosch available free ...