Christ’s Hope International SA supports orphans and vulnerable children
Christ’s Hope International SA is calling on community members to volunteer their time and skills to support orphaned and vulnerable children, helping them grow, learn and build a brighter future.
Christ’s Hope International SA, an international NGO located in Eden Park, is calling on the community to step forward and volunteer.
The organisation identifies children between the ages of five and nine and supports them throughout their school journey until Grade 12.
Children attend the centre after school, where they receive meals, homework assistance and guidance from caregivers. The focus is on caring for the whole child, including their mental, emotional, physical and social well-being.
The organisation cares for 126 children and hopes to increase that number to 150 as more funding becomes available.
Christ’s Hope International SA has already seen success through its programme, with several children graduating. One former beneficiary is studying towards a law degree, while others are also pursuing further studies.
Beyond education, the organisation provides critical support in challenging situations. In one case, three siblings who had lost their mother and had no official documentation were assisted through a complex three-year process to obtain birth certificates and legal documents.
The organisation helps with transport, hospital visits and coordination with various departments to ensure the children can access their rights.
The centre also offers a skills development programme for teenagers. Activities such as sewing and needlework are taught and there is a growing need for volunteers, especially men, who can mentor boys or share practical skills for those who are more hands-on and not academically inclined.
“We are not only helping with schoolwork, but we are shaping lives. We need volunteers, whether it is retired teachers, skilled workers or community members, to come alongside us.
“Parents and guardians still play a key role and should work together with caregivers to support the children,” said Marlene Adams from Christ’s Hope.
The organisation also faces ongoing challenges. These include a lack of funding, the need for building maintenance and repairs and limited parental involvement.
Christ’s Hope International SA is calling on the community, businesses, and individuals to assist through donations, volunteering, or by offering services such as maintenance support.
For more information or to donate, community members may contact Marlene Adams from Christ’s Hope International SA on 076 527 2199 or email marlene@christshope.org
