‘Good Morning Angels’ rally behind 10 year old Eben Beukes

The spirit of community shone brightly this week as Jacaranda FM’s ‘Good Morning Angels’ initiative stepped up to support 10-year-old Eben Beukes.

Euben is a young boy whose life was turned upside down by multiple strokes.

‘THE GOOD MORNING ANGELS’ AND EBEN

Eben suffered severe cerebral damage after a viral infection triggered Paediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome (PIMS) and a secondary streptococcal infection.

The boy is now blind, unable to walk or speak, and requires full-time care, according to Good Things Guy.

EBEN’S STORY

Eben’s story is one of heartbreak and resilience. In December 2024, what began as a routine illness rapidly escalated into a life-threatening condition.

The strokes left Eben with severe disabilities, mirroring the tragic loss of his mother, who passed away from strokes two years prior.

Now, Eben lives with his father Hendrik and 15-year-old sister Ané, with Hendrik carrying the heavy responsibility of caring for his children alone.

Faced with overwhelming medical and homecare costs, the family reached out to Good Morning Angels.

‘THE GOOD MORNING ANGELS’ AND COMMUNITY SHOW SUPPORT

The response from the community was swift and generous. Round Table Pretoria donated R50,000. Caring Daisies matched this with another R50,000.

Corestruc contributed R30,000, and the Good Morning Angels Fund NPC pledged R30,000, bringing the total to R160,000.

Martin Bester, host of Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast with Martin Bester, expressed the collective sentiment.

“No 10-year-old should have to go through what Eben is going through – and no father should have to do it alone.

THE GOOD MORNING ANGELS STAND IN SOLIDARITY

‘Good Morning Angels’ is about giving families like the Beukes family the support they need when life becomes too much to carry on their own. We’re proud to stand with them.”

The funds will be used to equip Eben’s home with specialised medical equipment, including beds and therapy tools.

To ease the financial strain on Hendrik as he prepares to care for Eben full-time once he returns from rehabilitation.

This remarkable show of solidarity highlights the power of community in South Africa.

SOUTH AFRICA RALLIES FOR EBEN

From school friends to local organisations, South Africans have rallied to give Eben and his family hope amid their darkest days.

As one donor shared, “From one parent to another, we’re with you.”

Good Morning Angels has been changing lives since 2005, offering a hand-up rather than a hand-out to those facing hardship.

THE POWER OF KINDNESS

Eben’s story is a poignant reminder of the initiative’s impact and the kindness that thrives in South African hearts.

In a country where community spirit often makes the impossible possible, Eben’s journey is a testament to the strength found in unity and compassion.

Together, South Africans are lighting the way for this brave young boy and his family.

WHAT DO YOU THINK CAN BE DONE TO SUPPORT FAMILIES FACING MEDICAL CHALLENGES LIKE EBEN’S?

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