Reflecting on Our Responsibility on Youth Day June 2024

On June 16th 2024, South Africa commemorates Youth Day, a day dedicated to acknowledging the past struggles of the youth, whilst also celebrating the vibrant potential of the young minds of our nation. As we observe this important day, let's reflect on the role we play in nourishing the future leaders of South Africa.

More Than a Food Ingredient Supplier

At Freddy Hirsch, we are a leading provider of quality food products and butchery equipment, who has proven to be more than just an online food products supplier. We're a company with heart, driven by a passion to invest in the youth of South Africa. Through various initiatives spanning over 16 years, Freddy Hirsch has endeavoured to make a significant impact on the lives of many disadvantaged young people, offering them opportunities to build a brighter future.

Creating Opportunities For SA’s Youth

One of Freddy Hirsch’s long-standing initiatives has been the training of unemployed, previously disadvantaged youth. Approximately 500 young people from Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town have been provided with career training. Impressively, more than 90% of these individuals have secured job placements, a testament to Freddy Hirsch's commitment to sustainable empowerment.

Investing in South African Education

In addition to employment opportunities, Freddy Hirsch recognises the importance of quality education in shaping future leaders. We have equipped a primary school in Kensington with computers and smartboards, integrating technology into classrooms and thereby fostering a conducive learning environment for these children.

Supporting SA Health Care

Moreover, Freddy Hirsch is making a difference in the health sector. Working in collaboration with the ‘Carte Blanche Making a Difference Trust’, we have funded renovations for the paediatric surgery ward and a neonatal high care ward at Tygerberg Hospital. This significant contribution is easing the burden of healthcare delivery and giving young patients a better chance at recovery.

Nourishing the Future Through School Feeding Initiatives

Recognising that nutrition is integral to a child's cognitive and physical development, Freddy Hirsch, through the Peninsula School Feeding Association, helps to provide daily meals for 26,452 learners. In doing so, we're ensuring that these children are well-nourished and equipped to focus on their education.

Conclusion: Celebrating Youth Day with Freddy Hirsch

As we reflect on the struggles of the past this Youth Day 2024, Freddy Hirsch reminds everyone of the importance of investing in our young people, the leaders of tomorrow. Freddy Hirsch’s varied initiatives underscore the company's unwavering commitment to South Africa's youth. From providing quality fresh products in your favourite grocery stores to aiding in health and education sectors, Freddy Hirsch demonstrates the power of corporate responsibility in fostering change.

At the heart of all these initiatives is a vision for a better South Africa, where every young person is given the opportunity to thrive. Youth Day 2024 is an opportunity to remember the past, but we also look to the future, inspired by the work of Freddy Hirsch and their commitment to making a difference in the lives of South Africa's youth.