SEED of Hope recently invited role-players to a brunch, to celebrate 20 years of fulfilling the vision, ‘Restoring communities through restored individuals’.

The guests included representatives from the Bhekulwandle tribal authority, corporate partners, staff and volunteers of Seed of Hope, business owners, pastors, past and former board members, friends and potential new partners.

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Seed of Hope chairperson Heather Liebenberg said, “The brunch was well supported with about 70 people in attendance. Reconciliation Road Church donated their facility for the day as they are long-term partners.”

Former CEO Carl Waldron reflected on the journey from relief work, responding to the HIV/ Aids crisis, to community development while a representative of the local iNkosi gave a message of support.

They celebrated the musical talents of past volunteers, children from the after-school programme, as well as a past learner who is set to represent the country in ballroom dancing. They also shared stories of restoration from community members who are now seeing the fulfilment of their dreams.

Liebenberg shared a glimpse of their history and vision for the future. “Our vision is to restore communities through restored individuals. Our core pillars are servant leadership, sustainable livelihoods and healthy, stable families, which correspond to our three programme areas for children and youth, skills training and community care,” she said.

Seed of Hope is also looking to start income-generating projects to help its current shortfall and to provide future sustainability. “Our goal for the day was to share the vision and raise support from both capital investments in our various projects, as well as provide ongoing income via debit orders for operational costs. We are incredibly grateful for our overseas partners but feel that it’s time to become more self-sufficient as a South African NPO,” said Liebenberg.

She thanked everyone who attended and donated, as well as those who have supported the organisation over the past 20 years.

For more information, to make a donation or to find out how you can assist, contact Seed of Hope on 031 903 1125 or at office@theseedofhope.org. Alternatively, visit the website at www.theseedofhope.org

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