Kids in Westlake
Children and youth in the Westlake community who need food, clothing, school-related assistance, mentorship and practical care.
Since 2009
Building Stronger Communities by Investing in People
For more than 15 years, Orphan Care Foundation has been working alongside children, families, schools and community partners to create practical, sustainable solutions that restore hope and strengthen communities, with over 7,000+ community interactions annually we believe we can do more with your help.
01 — Purpose
Born from one child’s need. Built to bring hope to many.
Orphan Care Foundation exists to help children and families move from vulnerability towards stability, opportunity and hope by strengthening the practical support and community relationships around them.
The foundation’s story began with one child walking long distances to school in the rain. What started as a response to one visible need grew into a wider mission of practical care, mentorship and community support.
02 — Mission
Our mission
We work alongside children, families, schools and community partners to provide food security, educational support, creative development, youth leadership and consistent care that improve wellbeing and open pathways to opportunity.
03 — Beneficiaries
Who we support
Kids in Creches
Young children in early learning environments who benefit from food, supplies, clothing and developmental support.
Creches + Daycare Centres
Community-based care centres that need practical resources to support children safely and consistently.
Safe Houses + Partner NGOs
Other nonprofit organisations and care homes that receive food, clothing, goods and practical support.
04 — How we reach our mission
Direct child and family support
Food, clothing, school support, mentorship and practical care for vulnerable children and families.
NGO and care-structure support
Food, clothing and supplies donated to other NGOs, safe houses, creches and community care centres.
Partnerships that multiply impact
Businesses, churches, individuals and volunteers helping to connect resources with real needs.
05 — Problems addressed
What problems we help address in the community
Hunger and food insecurity — practical food support for children, families and partner organisations.
Barriers to education — school-related needs, transport pressure, clothing, stationery and stability.
Lack of essentials — clothing, bedding, shoes, hygiene items and daily necessities.
Care-structure pressure — support for creches, daycare centres, safe houses and NGOs doing frontline work.
06 — Projects
Education
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Gogo Project
Child Minders (Gogo Project) Funding The Child Minders (Gogo Project) supports vulnerable child carers and grandparents by providing practical monthly care parcels that help them care for young children with dignity. Why does it exist? To strengthen caregivers who provide daily care despite limited resources. Why does it matter? Supporting caregivers improves nutrition, wellbeing and […]
Creative Development
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🎨 heART Creative Development Program
Orphan Care Foundation heART Project The heART Project provides free weekly after-school therapeutic art classes for children at Westlake Primary School, creating a safe, creative environment where children can build confidence, resilience, emotional wellbeing and a sense of belonging through art. Why does it exist? Many children in under-resourced communities have limited access to creative […]
Food Share
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Food Security Promgram
No child should have to learn on an empty stomach. For many families, putting enough nutritious food on the table is a daily challenge. When a household is struggling, children feel the impact — in their health, their ability to concentrate at school and their overall wellbeing. Our Food Security Programme helps relieve some of […]
07 — Get involved
Why you should get involved
Your support helps turn compassion into practical care: meals, clothing, school support, basic essentials, mentorship and resources for partner NGOs.
08 — Trust
Registration details
Orphan Care Foundation is a registered Non-Profit and Public Benefit Organisation in terms of SARS legislation and is authorised by SARS to issue Section 18A tax certificates for donations, sponsorships, financial contributions, goods, and services donated in kind:
PBO Number: 930031412
NPO Number: 075-214