The Robin Hood Foundation

Connecting Generosity. Empowering Communities.

At The Robin Hood Foundation, our mission is simple yet powerful: to create sustainable change in disadvantaged communities. With the support of individuals, schools, and corporate partners, we deliver projects that restore dignity, bring relief, and open pathways to a brighter future.

Bridging the Gap Between Generosity and Need

We provide a trusted, transparent platform that connects donors directly to under-resourced communities. Through strategic partnerships, hands-on volunteers, and local community knowledge, we ensure every contribution makes a meaningful and measurable impact.

Our Values: Accountability and Compassion

• Accountability – donations are carefully managed and delivered directly to beneficiaries.
• Compassion – every project is rooted in care, dignity, and respect.
• Empowerment – not charity, but dignity, hope, and opportunity.

Our Story

Founded in 2005 by Cindy Norcott, what began as donating pre-loved baby items to mothers in need has grown into a network of projects impacting thousands of lives every year. From supporting Gogos raising orphaned grandchildren to building crèches and uplifting children and elders, The Robin Hood Foundation has become a symbol of hope, dignity, and community.

Our Projects

We run a range of targeted initiatives to meet urgent needs and create long-term impact:

• Love the Babies – hampers of baby essentials handed directly to new mothers in state hospitals.
• Gogo Bags – food and essentials for grandmothers raising orphaned children.
• Child-Headed Households & HOPE Breakfasts – relief, support, and dignity for orphaned children caring for siblings.
• Bless a Granny & Grandpa – personalised Christmas gifts and celebrations for over 2,500 elderly residents each year.
• Mahala Markets – free shopping experiences for 250+ gogos and umkhulus in need.
• Sarmie Army – volunteers making 1,600+ sandwiches every fortnight for hungry schoolchildren.
• Love of Maths – small-group tutoring to restore confidence and improve school results.
• Crèche Builds – four fully equipped crèches built in rural KZN, providing safe education and sustainable income for women.
• Celebration of Life Party – a joyful carnival day for children with disabilities.
• Animal Care & Anti-Cruelty – support for shelters, sterilisation drives, and animal welfare initiatives.

How You Can Get Involved

Donate – sponsor a project or contribute to a specific need. Volunteer – join us at a packing day, food drop, or event. Corporate Partnership – fulfill your CSI goals, gain BBBEE points, and showcase your commitment to community development. Why Partner with Us?

• Registered NPO with tax-deductible status.
• BBBEE benefits for corporate sponsors.
• Direct community access and measurable impact.
• A proven track record of sustainable, life-changing projects.

Together, We Can Do More Every bag packed, every sandwich made, every smile shared is made possible through generosity like yours. By partnering with The Robin Hood Foundation, you are helping us build a South Africa where dignity, compassion, and opportunity are shared abundantly.