The Youth Centre is a registered Article 21 non-profit organization.

“Thinking back over the last 10 years we have so much to be thankful for. So many lives were touched. So many teens were influenced positively and is currently making a difference in the world. We would like to say thank you to the parents for trusting us with your pride and joy! And thank you to our sponsors for keeping our doors open,” exclaimed Steyn.

They provide a healthy social environment for youth between ages 14 and 21. There is no real good, clean, fun, entertainment for teens in Tzaneen and a lot of them grow up in social abusive environments hence Herofield. The house is governed by the Herofield committee, which consist of people representing the schools, community and churches.

The organization provides a place off the streets, out of the clubs and influences the teens with proper values. “We believe the youth must grow up in a secure environment that teaches them how to handle everyday distractions. We want to see a young generation grow to maturity in a healthy environment. We do this by establishing a house rigged for youth with proper supervision, activities, sports, media, counselling and influence. We aim to serve schools, community projects and churches wherever the need arises,” explained Hannes Steyn, manager at Herofield. This is an organization, which serves primarily the youth of Tzaneen and surrounding areas.

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Herofield is open weekdays after school for kids who need a place to stay. In the afternoons the kids can do their homework, play games, eat and make use of our internet facilities. Every Friday night they host a Youth Bash, which consist of drama, singing, dancing, preaching, games and food. They host the annual “Kruistog” where the different high school kids get the opportunity to plant a big cross at Herofield. They march from different directions to Herofield with pieces of a big cross.

The cross is then planted at Herofield. They do this as an outward testimony to the community that says “we believe in Jesus and follow His lead. If we don’t stand for something we fall for everything.” Herofield also takes teens on youth camps every year where they get inspired to be themselves and serve God on a daily basis. Herofield is also involved in the local schools.

They help with counseling where the need might arise and preach at Bible educational classes. Herofield also organizes an annual outreach to a neighboring country. “All year round we reach out in our own community and then it is time to expose the teens to something more. Something they have never experienced before. They usually come back from such a trip with a different view of things. They realize what the things are that is most important and some of them even get involved in some local uplifting work after an outreach trip,” explained Steyn.

Herofield is open during the week from after school until 17:00 and on Fridays it is are open until 22:00.

Herofield is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. The services Herofield provides are free except for the outreaches and camps that doesn’t cost too much to attend. Herofield’s sole income is its sponsors. Local individuals and companies that have opened their hearts and minds to the importance of a healthy youth environment.

Herofield appreciates its sponsors and their support is an immeasurable blessing.

If you would like to become a sponsor you are welcome to phone Hannes Steyn at 082 309 8335.