Tag: outreach foundation

  • ELIZABETH NGAMISWA’S JOURNEY TO CULINARY SUCCESS

    With a passion for cooking that ignited in her mother’s kitchen, 19-year-old Elizabeth Ngamiswa from Yeoville embarked on a journey that would test her determination and resilience. The aroma of freshly baked bread and the sound of sizzling vegetables had always fascinated her, and she knew that becoming a chef was her true calling. After…

  • Community Development Services – 2024

    Community Development Services  Introduction: The Community Development Services of the Outreach Foundation continue to fill a critical gap in supporting and strengthening mental wellbeing in both urban and remote areas where we operate. The Outreach Foundation has continued to establish itself in depth as a friend of the marginalised, victims of statelessness, and migrants, and…

  • Skills Development and Incubation – 2024

    Overview Our approach is centred on tailor-made programmes and initiatives designed to address the specific needs of disadvantaged and marginalised communities. We ensure our efforts have the desired impact by using well-planned methods, strategic resource utilisation, and local partnerships. We believe and invest in the potential of every individual we work with. Our programmes provide…

  • Academic Support and Youth Empowerment – 2024

    Overview Our academic and youth empowerment programme supports high school learners aged 14 to 17, focusing on improving academic outcomes and holistic development. The initiative is implemented in partnership with six inner-city schools and multiple stakeholders. It combines tutoring, mentoring, life skills, and extracurricular activities—including music and the arts—to create a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The…

  • The Year 2024 in Review – Robert Michel, Executive Director

    With plans to retire in 2024, it was of utmost importance to find a successor who would bring both an institutional fit and extensive NGO knowledge to the table. In many informal conversations the director had with the more senior staff, the “angst” of unpredictability and change for the sake of change was mentioned repeatedly.…

  • Chairperson’s Report – 2024

    It is with great pride and gratitude that I present the 2024 Chairperson’s report, reflecting on our achievements, challenges, and the unwavering commitment of our team, board, and supporters. Expanding Our Reach Over the past year, we have taken significant strides in extending our services to underserved rural communities. Thanks to the dedication of our…

  • Outreach Foundation Audited Financials 2024

  • Outreach Foundation blessed by church

    A Sunday to Remember Today’s service at St Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was truly special, as it was dedicated to the incredible work of the Outreach Foundation. We also had the privilege of receiving a blessing over our Pretoria office and all the meaningful work happening there. A heartfelt thank you to the church, its…

  • Graduation in Mpumalanga

    We recently celebrated the graduation of young individuals from the following training programmes that took place in Mpumalanga: Beautician (Makeup, Nails, Hair, and Wig Making) and Electrical Repair and Installation. This milestone has been successfully achieved through the dedicated support and collaborative efforts of our esteemed local partners in Nkomazi, namely Thembalethu, and Calakabosha. Their…

  • Youth day event held in Hillbrow

    On Friday, 13th June, we took a moment to honour the remarkable courage displayed by those who came before us, while also recognising the immense potential of our youth. We hosted an event for the youth, featuring various individuals and organisations, including representatives from SAPS, who engaged with them and provided information, all as part…