{"id":3096,"date":"2025-07-08T13:23:49","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T13:23:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/outreachfoundation.co.za\/wpof\/?p=3096"},"modified":"2025-07-08T17:53:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T17:53:40","slug":"chairpersons-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/outreachfoundation.co.za\/wpof\/2025\/07\/08\/chairpersons-report\/","title":{"rendered":"Chairperson’s Report – 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It is with great pride and gratitude that I present the 2024 Chairperson\u2019s report, reflecting on our achievements, challenges, and the unwavering commitment of our team, board, and supporters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expanding Our Reach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the past year, we have taken significant strides in extending our services to underserved rural communities. Thanks to the dedication of our staff and partners, we successfully expanded our operations into Musina and Mpumalanga, bringing essential outreach programmes to those in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A key milestone was the establishment of a satellite office in Mpumalanga, enabling us to serve two critical rural regions: Nkomazi and Bushbuckridge. This expansion has allowed us to deepen our impact and provide sustainable support to vulnerable communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, we are grateful for the partnership with Anglo-American, whose generous support facilitated the setup of container offices in Musina. This infrastructure is a vital step in strengthening our rural outreach and ensuring long-term service delivery in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leadership Transition <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In December 2024, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Mr Robert Mitchel, who retired as our Executive Director after years of exceptional service. His leadership, vision, and dedication laid a strong foundation for our growth, and we will always be grateful for his contributions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the same time, we warmly welcome Mr Wiseman Ngobese as our new Executive Director. With his wealth of knowledge and passion for community development, we are confident that he will lead the Foundation to even greater heights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Board Commitment <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am pleased to highlight that our Board of Directors has maintained an outstanding attendance rate of 90% at meetings over the past year. This reflects the deep commitment of our board members to the Foundation\u2019s mission and their active engagement in guiding our strategic direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gratitude to Our Funders <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

None of our achievements would have been possible without the generous support of our funders and partners. Your belief in our mission and your financial contributions have directly translated into life-changing projects for the communities we serve. We extend our deepest appreciation and look forward to continuing these impactful collaborations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we move forward, we remain focused on sustainability, innovation, and expanding our reach to empower more communities. With the dedication of our team, the guidance of our board, and the support of our partners, we are confident that the coming year will bring even greater impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thank you for your trust, partnership, and commitment to the Lutheran Community Outreach Foundation. Together, we are making a lasting difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sincerely, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oupa Melato  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chairperson<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lutheran Community Outreach Foundation  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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