A Lifetime of Memories Lost in Minutes

The Wilkes family, long-time residents of KwaZulu-Natal and well-known in the community for decades, have just suffered an unimaginable tragedy. Their family home — the heart of countless memories and gatherings — was destroyed by a sudden fire.

Sadly, they had no insurance coverage. In just a few hours, they lost not only their home but nearly everything inside it: furniture, clothing, keepsakes, and essentials.

John Wilkes and his family have always been part of the fabric of KZN life — generous neighbours, devoted parents, and active community members. Now they need us.

We are reaching out to friends, neighbours, and the wider KZN family to help them get back on their feet. Every contribution will go directly toward rebuilding their home, replacing essentials, and helping them recover some stability after this devastating loss. 

“We never imagined we’d be starting from zero at this age. We’re grateful for any help to rebuild what we lo...