Elaine C Smith
Hot on the heels of being awarded the freedom of her home city, Elaine C Smith is now backing SCIAF’s WEE BOX appeal and urging people get behind it.
The celebrated actress and comedy star helped launch the annual WEE BOX, BIG CHANGE appeal, which raises vital funds for its life-changing work in Africa, Asia and Latin America during Lent.
This year, SCIAF’s appeal focusses on emergency relief and peace-building projects in Colombia.
Elaine said: “We all want the best for our kids – and grandkids. But, sadly, in some parts of the world violence and poverty stop kids just being kids.
“SCIAF does an amazing job, helping some of the most vulnerable people in the world. In Colombia, they work with kids in Chocó, the poorest and most dangerous part of Colombia. These kids face really tough choices and, regardless of their age, are put under pressure to join drug cartels or militias. Just unimaginable stuff.
“SCIAF’s partners work in novel ways to transform the lives of young people and their families. They even run a Rugby for Peace programme – yes that funny shaped ball – which teaches kids about resilience, teamwork, commitment, leadership, playing fair, and having the courage to take on what life throws at them.”
Elaine has backed the campaign and is now appearing on billboards around Glasgow and on radio stations across the country in the run-up-to Easter.
Elaine added: “Sadly, the gap between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have nots’ in this world continues to grow. Across the globe, you can help SCIAF be there for those people who are in the greatest need.
“So, c’mon Scotland, show you care by using your WEE BOX to make a BIG CHANGE!”
For more details on how to donate, please visit www.sciaf.org.uk/weebox. To donate £5, please text SCIAF to 70480. Texts will cost £5 plus your standard network charge.