At Thembalitsha Foundation, we work alongside communities in the Western Cape to create pathways to possibilities for children, young people, mothers and families facing socio-economic challenges.
Established in 1997, Thembalitsha is a registered Non-Profit Company (NPC) and Section 18A organisation. Today, we reach more than 3,500 beneficiaries each month through programmes focused on early childhood development, maternal and child health, education, skills development and youth development.
Our programmes include three Educare centres, the Mama Themba mother-to-baby programme, Themba Training, the Children’s Book Club and H Cubed youth development programme. Each programme is designed to respond to a specific need while creating practical opportunities for people to grow, learn and build more secure futures.
Our work is made possible through a dedicated team of staff, volunteers, community partners, funders, businesses, churches and individual supporters in South Africa and abroad. This includes our UK and US fundraising partners, as well as a growing network of organisations and individuals who share our commitment to creating meaningful and sustainable change.
We believe that lasting change happens when communities have access to the support, resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Through our programmes and partnerships, we work to strengthen individuals, families and communities and create pathways to possibilities for the future.