In the worst scenarios families and children may reach a crisis point where their existing coping mechanisms prove inappropriate or inadequate.
Home-Start SA
Support and Friendship for Families
Non-Profit Organisation no. 055-843-NPO. Public Benefit Organisation in terms of Section 18A of the Income Tax Act no. 930025948
What we stand for
We are focused on early intervention, starting by connecting families to resources and helping them reach their full potential.
Who we are
Currently based in Ekurhuleni, our services are tailor-made to meet the challenges facing families and children who may be struggling.
Our Vision
We wish to see a country where struggling and vulnerable families receive the support they need in order to thrive.
Our Mission
Home-Start South Africa is committed to offering families and children individualised support, friendship and practical guidance.
Current reality
Within our communities, families and children are struggling to cope with problems which include poverty; crime; ill-health; abuse; neglect; drugs and alcohol; domestic violence; unemployment; disabilities; depression and other mental health concerns.
Home-Start therefore provides a variety of services which meet the individual needs of families and children.
Volunteer
Time
Visit families, Work in the charity shop, Become a board member, Pro-bono support to help reduce our operating costs; for example legal, auditing, social media, marketing.
Fundraise
Talent
Use your talent to fundraise and support our work: Sports events, Get your school involved, Support Tekkie Tax at your company, Fill up a bucket of love and give us Coins for Christmas
Donate
Treasure
Donate monthly or once off to get up to 40% tax back, Make Home-Start your BEE partner (guaranteed points on your BBBEE scorecard), Link your MySchool card to Home-Start, Second-hand goods for our shop