Make 10 Cups of Playdough 1 Service Hour

Volunteer now has a variety of organisations that need playdough. Earn 1 service hour for 10 Cups of Play Dough, the recipe is available on our blog.

Make & Donate Playdough – Support Occupational Therapy!

Did you know that playdough is a powerful tool for fine motor skill development and hand therapy in both adults and children? Occupational Therapists at public hospitals and clinics in Johannesburg use playdough in their therapy sessions, but funding is limited.

You can help by making and donating homemade playdough!

How Playdough Helps:

🖐️ Improves hand strength and dexterity for recovery and development

🎨 Encourages creativity and sensory play for children

🏥 Supports therapy for both adults and children in need

Playdough Recipe

📌 Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup salt
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 2 cups lukewarm water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (coconut oil works too)
• Food coloring
• Small 250ml plastic container with lid (available at Westpack)

📌 Instructions:

Stir together the flour, salt, and cream of tartar in a large pot.

• Add the water and oil. (If making one color, add food coloring now.)
• Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the dough thickens and forms a ball.
• Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Knead until smooth.
• If adding color later, divide the dough into portions and knead in the color while inside a plastic bag to prevent staining.
• Store in airtight 250ml containers to keep it fresh.

Earn Verified Volunteer Service Hours!

🎉 1 Service Hour for every 10 tubs of playdough donated!

What to do next.

Once you’ve collected everything and it meets the donation requirements,

• Book your donation on the site.
• Download and fill in the delivery note so you can keep track. https://volunteernow.co.za/download-delivery-note/
• Snap a photo of your donation for your LO portfolio,
• Drop it off at the collection point with the delivery note, call before to arrange a convenient time, then
• Upload your proof of delivery and book your hours.

 Please note: Verified hours are awarded based on the value of goods or services donated, calculated at R250 per hour.

Collection Points

Sharon – 90 West Rd North, Morningside, Sandton, Tel: 083 604 0477

Nanine – 34 20^th Ave, Parkhurst, Johannesburg, Tel: 083 676 6188

Ezette – 3- 4th Avenue, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 084 656 3419

If you’re from outside Gauteng let us know and we’ll make a plan.

📅 Donation Deadline: All year

Your homemade playdough can make a big difference in someone’s recovery journey. Start mixing, kneading, and donating today!

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