A Rocha South Africa is a faith-based biodiversity conservation non-profit organisation and a member of the global ‘A Rocha’ family of organisations currently working in 23 countries. Locally founded in Pietermaritzburg over 15 years ago, we now have a presence in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, and both the Western and Eastern Cape.

As a conservation organisation we run various habitat rehabilitation programmes, which include more than a decade’s work in Pietermaritzburg’s own Ferncliffe Nature Reserve. As a sustainable development organisation we conduct community development and livelihood projects in harmony with nature. As a faith based organisation we speak to the heart, motivating faith communities to care for the environment. As a youth empowerment organisation we engage in environmental education.

Email: info@arocha.org.za
Address: African Enterprise Complex, 1 Nonsuch Rd, Townbush Valley, PMB
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Environment

The Association for the Physically Challenged is a non-profit welfare organization that aims to meet the needs of physically challenged persons through various services to individuals, groups and communities by means of education, self-help and job initiatives. 98% of end-beneficiaries of our services are black South African citizens (as defined in the B-BBEE Codes of good Practice). APC has 7 branches across Kwazulu-Natal and the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands branch not only offers sheltered employment but also manages a residential facility located in Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg.

Phone: 033 342 2768
Email: apcpmb1@telkomsa.net
Address: 11 New England Road, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg.
Registration: NPO
Category: Social Services

BESG works with vulnerable communities in combating poverty through accessing land, basic services, and housing, and self-help. We provide training, facilitation, and project management services largely in informal settlements and under-developed rural areas.

Opportunities to partner on CSI programmes:

Opportunities to partner on CSI programmes:
1. “FEW for All” is a low cost, high impact poverty alleviation programme that develops household resilience in Food, Energy and Water (FEW) security. It follows the old proverb that if you give a man a fish he will eat tonight, but if you teach him to fish he will never go hungry. The majority of participants are women headed households and community caregivers.
2. The Distress Fund assists destitute households to repair and strengthen their housing through donations (in cash and building materials). It is targeted at individual households whose living conditions may pose a risk to life, and who cannot access state assistance through the housing subsidy scheme.
3. Sponsor a JoJo tank: Support a community food garden and gain permanent advertising.

Phone: : 033 394 4980
Email: info@besg.co.za
Address: 331 Bulwer Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18 A
Category: Environment

Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa-CHOC (Children’s Haematology Oncology Clinics) was established in 1979 by a group of parents in Johannesburg, who recognised how far-reaching the impact of cancer is on families and the children undergoing treatment. Our mission is to contribute to the well-being of children with cancer and Life-threatening blood disorders as well as their families. As a countrywide organisation, we provide holistic support for children suffering from cancer and life-threatening blood disorders as well as their families.

Phone: 086 111 2072
Email: pmb@choc.org.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Health

CREATE is a non-government organisation based in Pietermaritzburg which focuses on community based rehabilitation in its broadest sense and advocacy for disability rights. They provide a variety of training courses on issues related to disability and community based rehabilitation. CREATE aims to make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities though supporting individuals and promoting inclusive society. They also train youth with disabilities to prepare for employment and HR practitioners and senior management in government and businesses on disability rights legislation and guidelines related to employment and disability.

Phone: 033 345 5088
Email: create3@telkomsa.net
Website: www.create-cbr.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Advocacy, Justice and Research, 
Economic Development, Health

Esther House is a response to the need in Pietermaritzburg and surrounding communities for Godly, temporary, safe and caring shelter for women in distress and their children. For those who qualify, there is a further indeterminate period of nurturing for these women and their children, including sustainable skills training. Esther House consists of 2 fully furnished and equipped homes with live-in house managers, who provide secure short-terms accommodation. Esther House is also only 1 of 2 shelters in Pietermaritzburg. Esther House is a registered NGO and they are registered with the Department of Social Development.

Phone: 033 345 5843
Email: ijestherhouse@futurenet.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO
Category: Social Services

Ethembeni in Zulu means place of hope. We have realised that when Jesus followers come together to serve Him, hope is created. Hope is a future worth having. Therefore, our vision is to see, through Jesus, hope-filled families free from the brokenness of HIV and TB.  The two vital shared behaviours required to bring about hope-filled and HIV free families: We honestly share our own story around HIV and TB within key family relationships in the Umngeni and Mpofana Municipalities which leads to crucial conversations. Resilience is demonstrated by participating in supportive relationships e.g. support groups and adherence clubs.

Phone: 083 647 3977
Email: ethembenihiv@gmail.com
Registration:  NPO, PBO, Section 18A, Level 1 B-BBEE scorecard
Category: Health

Families South Africa Pietermaritzburg (FAMSA-PMB) offers a wide variety of services including counseling in relations to domestic violence, pre-marital, marital, divorce, trauma debriefing and grief counseling. In addition FAMSA offers Therapeutic Services to rural communities of Elandskop, Esigodeni, Mkhambathini/Camperdown Court and Mafakathini. Therapeutic Group Work and Community Work Programmes are also provided. FAMSA hosts a number of presentations in the form of talks and workshops on various themes based on community calendar events on a monthly basis. FAMSA’s emphasis is on families and relationship building ensuring the family is the core and nucleus of society.

Phone: 033 342 4945
Email: famsapmb@sai.co.za
Address: 188A Victoria Road, Pietermaritzburg.
Registration: NPO, PBO
Category: Social Services

Funda Nenja works with children and their dogs in the Mpophomeni township near Howick. The initiative teaches children how to love and care for their dogs and to respect all other living creatures. The children are taught through a dog training programme which provides them with practical skills which could be used in future employment and also helps them to develop a bond with their dog. In addition, Funda Nenja works with an Auxiliary Social Worker to address the children’s psychosocial needs.

Contact: Lisa Button
Phone: 082 657 5201
Email: info@fundanenja.co.za
Registration: NPO
Category: Culture & Recreation, 
Education

The Uthingo Network is a registered non-profit organisation based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal. Uthingo Network has been operational since 2003 and aims to create a non-discriminatory, supportive and accepting society in which members of all communities are uplifted and developed. The Uthingo Network has two strategic programmes focusing on creating and enabling environment and piloting and outreach programme in the Greater Edendale area. We invite you to support the Network and ensuring optimum commitment and services for the upliftment and recognition of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex (LGBTI) communities.

Phone: 033 342 6165
Email:  info@uthingonetwork.org.za
Address: 19 Connaught Road, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg 3201
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Advocacy, Justice and Research, Development of Community Based Organisations, Health

Headway PMB is a not-for-profit organisation that assists victims of stroke and acquired brain injury and their caregivers. We meet on Wednesday mornings (during school term time) from 9.30-11.30am at the Scottsville Baptist church, 34 Jesmond Road, Scottsville. Activities include motivational speakers, arts and crafts and games. We are a branch of Headway, Westville 031 266 2709.

Contact: Bev Douglas – 072 389 5076
Email: Margaret A’Bear – marbear@vodamail.co.za
Registration: NPO
Category: Health, Social Services

Food relief in KZN and Gauteng is still critical in impoverished areas affected by unrest and Covid-19 job losses. South Africa has the one of the highest Unemployment rates at 32.6% and Higher unemployment equates to higher crime.  Feeding the poor and needy is our priority.

Hope SA continues to distribute food hampers to hardest hit areas in KZN.  Our drive to collect household essentials is far from over, as these vulnerable communities are still in dire need of assistance. We require on an ongoing basis: Cash Donations, Perishable foods items ( rice, oil, teabags, milk, Sugar, canned foods), Diapers, baby formula, Pet food, Packaging, Printing & Transport, Storage space, Blankets, Computers and Equipment to help small business and families rebuild their lives.

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Contact: Namritha Sivsanker
Phone:  0793871716
Email: actnow@hopesa.org; info@hopesa.org
Website: www.hopesa.org
Registration:  NPO

Howick Hospice ensures free access to Palliative care services for patients with a confirmed diagnosis of a life threatening illness and reduced life expectancy. Holistic care and support extends to patients and families through direct patient care, training, referral, and the development of Strategic partnerships within the Howick and its environs.

Contact: Chantelle Thorne – 033 330 5257
Email: gm@howickhospice.org.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18 A
Category: Health

The KZN Language Institute was registered as a NPO in December 2013. Prior to that it was housed at UKZN and was called The Language Centre. The KLI’s mission is to provide excellent language services and academic development to individuals and institutions. We offer intensive and part-time English courses, as well as a TEFL certificate course (quality assured by DUT) for those who would like to teach English. Short courses include Practical Zulu, Swahili, Sign Language and German. Prep workshops are also offered for those writing IELTS and NBT. Other services include academic and business editing and proofreading, translating and transcribing.

Phone: 033 345 6844
Email:  admin@kznlanguageinstitute.com
Address: 33 Alan Paton Avenue, Pietermaritzburg
Registration: NPO
Category: Culture & Recreation, Education, Advocacy, Justive & Research, Social Services

LifeLine PMB aims to be a leading provider of psychosocial support, skills and opportunities to enable individuals and communities to grow, develop and enhance emotional wellbeing. LifeLine’s mission is to promote emotional wellness for individuals and communities through counselling, community dialogue, skills development, training, networking and partnership within the private and public sectors of our designated areas.

Phone: 033 342 4447
Tel Counselling: 033 394 4444
Email Counselling: chris@lifeonline.co.za
Address: 14 Princess Street, Pietermaritzburg
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education, Health, Social Services

Lily of the Valley cares for and raises orphans and vulnerable children infected or affected by HIV/AIDs. Our children receive fulltime residential, multi-disciplinary care and development. Lily of the Valley Children’s Village – 120 vulnerable children in full time residential care within small family units. Lilyvale School – Onsite school for our children and community and special needs classes. Lily Medical Centre – Child and community consultations, HIV, TB, Psychological counselling and support. Lily of the Valley is raising vulnerable children to become servant leaders of healthy communities.

Phone: 074 947 7992
Email: giving@lov.org.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education, Health, Social Services

Mama Ntombi’s Community Projects (MNCP) is a registered Non-Profit and Public Benefit Organisation (with Section 18A status) working in Pietermaritzburg amongst the poorest of the poor. Our work is mostly with orphaned and neglected children and the elderly grandmothers, whilst at the same time providing support to the wider community. Our objective is to provide hope, practical support and encouragement to the many families facing severe hardships whilst at the same time teaching them skills to become self-reliant. Our main focus areas are Education, Health (including nutrition), Poverty Alleviation, Elderly Care and Community Development.

Phone: 033 342 6525
Contact: Sandra Pillay – Programme Manager/Fundraiser – 074 1200 337
Email: sandra@mncp.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Economic Development, Education, Health, Social Services

Midlands Community College is a vibrant non-profit educational centre situated in Nottingham Road in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. The College was established in 1981 in response to the need to provide quality education to all South Africans. We help very young children, youth and adults to realise their full potential through two Centres of Excellence: Early Childhood Development and Maths, Science and Technology.   Both centres are integral to supporting the goals of the National Development Plan (2030) through enriching early learning programmes and supporting young people becoming active, successful learners of maths and science.

Phone: 033 2666588/9
Email: projects@midlandscommunitycollege.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, Section 18A, Level 1 B-BBEE scorecard
Category: Education

Msunduzi Hospice Association seeks to provide and promote holistic quality care for all people living with a life threatening illness within the Msunduzi Health District. Msunduzi Hospice aims to create a Centre of Excellence which provides and promotes quality of life, dignity in death, and bereavement support for patients and families faced with a life threatening illness through: direct patient care, education, effective management systems, advocacy, training and empowerment of networking partners.

Contact: Warren Oxford-Huggett – CEO
Phone: 033 344 1560
Email: hospice@hospicekzn.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education, Health, Social Services

The mission of Music Voyage is to develop positive values and invest in the self-worth of individuals through the provision of music education. We work with children in rural Midlands areas. Our vision is to honour the love of music within the local community, offering structure to its enjoyment and practice, and providing a platform which further enables people the opportunity to express themselves. The Early Childhood Development programme has developed a music and movement curriculum that is contextual and teaches practitioners how to use music effectively in the classroom. The Music Literacy Programme teaches older children how to play instruments – flute, violin, alto-sax, guitar, recorder, bass guitar brass, keyboard – in these marginalised communities.

Phone: 082 828 8068
Email: helen@musicvoyage.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education, Social Services

One Life Foundation is a registered NGO in Pietermaritzburg that aims to help transform One Life at Time through various programmes and initiatives.  One Life Foundation is a registered NGO in Pietermaritzburg that began in 2016. Our sole focus is to help transform One Life at Time through various programmes and initiatives run throughout PMB and at our community centre in France. These programmes and initiatives focus on community outreach and development, economic development as well as project sustainability. We are registered with SARS as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) that issues Section 18(a) certificates to all donors; exempting them from tax. We also have a Level 4 BEE

Phone: 033 321 2050
Email: admin@onelifefoundation.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, Section 18(a)

PADCA (Pietermaritzburg & District Association for Care of the Aged), a registered NPO operating in the KZN Midlands, is a leader in Elder care and the resource of choice for Elders and their families. We support people through the aging process, offering a continuum of care for Elders across all income groups. We actively implement the Eden Alternative philosophy to create communities where life is worth living and Elders are valued. Our services include Advice to Elders, family and friends; At-home support (care givers and assistive devices); Independent living accommodation; Residential facilities; Respite; Frail care; Specialised psychogeriatric facilities.

Phone: 033 345 4711
Email – Pamela Ngubane: reception@padca.co.za
Email – Jean Jackson: adminsec@padca.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Development of Community Based Organisations, Health, Social Services

The Pietermaritzburg & District Community Chest is an NPO that inspires and facilitates community giving and action for community betterment.  Our vision is one of “enhanced communities – restored hope”.  100% of the resources we mobilise is 100% utilised on our Community Impact Partners (CIPs) and their beneficiaries in fulfilment of our vision.  Over the past 59 years, we raised R72 486 072 in cash, besides significant quantities of donations-in-kind, which through our CIPs have impacted the lives of approximately 3,3 million people across the Umgungundlovu District.

Phone: 033 394 1031
Email: director@communitychest.org.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Development of Community Based Organisations, Economic Development, Education, Health, Social Services

Pietermaritzburg Children’s Home is the oldest children’s home in the city, founded by Miss Mary Elizabeth Cook in 1886 for orphans post war. In 1991 we became P.C.H, the proud amalgamation of the Hilltops home, Mary Cook and Mildred Ward; based at 45 Teak Road, Woodlands.  We are a Non- Profit Organization (NPO), registered with SARS as a Public Benefit Organization (PBO)that issues section 18(A) receipts for Donors to gain tax benefits, and have a Level One Contributor status that allows your company to benefit from BEE points for your contributions.  We are currently celebrating 135 years of service to children in need of Alternate Care!

Phone: 033 387 4004
Email: manager@pch.org.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Social Services

Pietermaritzburg Mental Health is a non-government organisation in existence since 1945 which renders services to persons with mental disabilities. These include Social Work services, where assessments, placements, counselling and home visits are provided to individuals, families and communities. The Residential Programme provides 24 hour affordable accommodation and medical care in a safe homely environment, and the Employment Programme offers potential work opportunities through various work skills trainings which prepares individuals for possible employment.

Phone: 033 392 7230/40
Email: pmbmhs@xsinet.co.za
Facebook: Pietermaritzburg Mental Health Society
Address: 133 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg
Registration: NPO – 002 272
Category: Health, Social Services

Project Gateway is a church-based NGO whose aim is to equip and empower local people. Its mission is ‘To change people’s lives by helping them physically, emotionally and spiritually’. Project Gateway operates in three main areas: Empowerment – providing training in fashion and sewing, computer literacy, and business skills; Care – providing training and care in HIV/AIDS and TB, care for vulnerable women, feeding schemes throughout the city, and a safe haven for the homeless on a daily basis; and Education – Gateway Christian School provides quality education at affordable fees for many less privileged local children.

Email: enquiries@projectgateway.co.za

Address: The Old Prison, 4 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Economic Development

South Africans Against Drunk Driving are one of the leading Road Safety charities in Southern Africa. It was founded by the Alcohol and Drug Educator and Counsellor and Psychiatric Social Worker, Caro Smit, after her 23 year old son Chas, was killed in September 2005 by a driver who had been drinking. SADD supports the victims and families after drink driving crashes and offers advice for court. The main objective of SADD is to create awareness of the Drinking then Driving problem in South Africa and work with the authorities to increase enforcement and educate the public about the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving. In 2012 SADD received a Prince Michael of Kent International Road Safety Award for their University project.

Phone: 033 347 0103
Email: carosmit@sadd.org.za
Address: 59 Francis Staniland Drive, Montrose, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Advocacy, Justice and Research, Education

Siphakeme supports pre-school education and early childhood development through providing training and empowerment courses for teachers of children under 6 years of age. Our particular focus is teachers from lower socio-economic communities in uMgungundlovu District Municipality.

Two courses are offered:
• Further Education and Training, Early Childhood Development, Level 4 – registered with South African Qualifications Authority. Part-time course with weekly contact sessions with qualified, experienced facilitators over 2 years. Career orientated training for Grade RR and R teachers
• Educare – Part-time practical training on how to present lessons, rings and other activities relevant to the child’s developmental stage. Twice monthly contact sessions over 1 year.

Phone: 082 821 3675
Email: wendy.dugmore21@gmail.com
Registration: NPO, PBO, Section 18A
Category: Education

Scripture Union is a specialist youth organization that operates in KwaZulu Natal. Our aim is to shape the character of the current and future generations with various programmes we offer, namely: Social Youth Development: Lifeskills courses, Sport & Recreation, Youth development programmes, Leadership and Environmental camps. Leadership Training and workshops. Children and Youth Discipleship and Evangelism: SCG’S, Holiday Clubs, Resources. Scripture Union is a registered Non-Profit Organisation No: 008-036 and donations made are tax deductible.

Phone: 033 342 9191
Email: garland@su.org.za
Address:165 Peter Kerchhoff Street
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education, Health, Social Services

Singakwenza meaning “We can do it!” in isiZulu, aims to build sustainable Early Childhood Education programmes in economically disadvantaged communities. Our charity organization uses resources made solely from recycling to help caregivers provide fun, educational activities that enable young children to learn through play.  Click here to watch a brief overview of our programme in action. Singakwenza is a registered Non Profit Company, we are therefore able to issue Section 18A tax certificates, and a Public Benefit Organisation with >75% Black Beneficiaries, for companies needing SED and ED points for their B-BBEE scorecards. We are also an Empowering Supplier with a Level 1 B-BBEE rating.

Contact: 033 343 1650
Email: info@singakwenza.co.za
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education

“Siyabonga – Helping Hands for Africa (SHH) has been operating since 2003 and is a registered NPO (082 591 NPO) and PBO (930034217).  With educational centres in Esigodini (Edendale) and Imbali townships in Pietermaritzburg, Siyabonga supports over 600 vulnerable school-going children. In association with schools in the immediate area, we identify the children in need. Every child is matched with individual sponsors and enjoys individual attention. Funding goes towards school fees and uniforms, but most importantly the children come to our centre after school where they enjoy a nutritious, hot lunch after which they participate in the educational programme focussing on English and Maths. Our staff compliment consists of enthusiastic teaching staff and warm caregivers and social workers. We also run an outreach for pre-schoolers at each centre. Adult family members participate in our sewing projects and computer literacy training.

Phone: 033 342 6348
Email: annette.pfeiffer@siyabonga.org
Registration: NPO, PBO, 18A
Category: Education, Social Services, ECD

Founded in 1989, Thandanani Childrens’ foundation is a registered non-profit organisation that facilitates community based care and support for orphans and other vulnerable children in Kwa-Zulu Natal. We have a well-established system of community based care and support for orphans and their families that involves capacitating and supporting community based field worker teams to respond to the basic material, physical, cognitive and emotional needs of orphans and vulnerable children through our Family Strengthening Project.

Phone Jess McTaggart: 072 229 9406
Email: 4kids@thandanani.org.za
Registration: NPO, 18A
Category: Education, Health, Social Services

The Child & Family Welfare Society of Pietermaritzburg’s mission is to protect and promote the interest and well being of all children and families in our city. The Society was founded in 1994 following the amalgamation of the three local child welfare societies in the area. The Society renders statutory and non-statutory services with all children under the age 14 years living in the magisterial district of Pietermaritzburg. Our focus is on children who are: Abused, Neglected, Abandoned, and HIV +.

Phone: 033 342 8971
Email: director@pmbchildwelfare.co.za
Registration: NPO, 18A
Category: Education, Health, Social Services

Youth for Christ KwaZulu Natal (YFC/KZN) works with disadvantaged children and youth with the aim of giving hope and presenting opportunities for their holistic development, i.e. mental, social, physical and spiritual development. The communities served are mostly townships, informal settlements and peri-rural areas where there is high unemployment, poverty, HIV infection, sexual abuse, domestic violence etc. Some of the current issues addressed through the projects are: homeless children & youth, poverty stricken families, HIV and AIDS, Orphan and Vulnerable Children, personal development, gender empowerment, sexuality and reproductive health, unemployment, spirituality, leadership development and team building.

Phone: 033 345 5558
Address: 190 Pine Street, Pietermaritzburg
Registration: NPO, 18A
Category: Education, Social Services

Zimele is a community development organisation. It aims to empower people (particularly women) by building self-reliance, assisting them to take control of their lives, becoming conscious of their own situation and building their confidence so that they can eventually solve their own problems, within a Christian perspective. In Zulu “Zimele” means “to stand on one’s own two feet”. Zimele is about providing a “hand up” not a “handout” approach so the people of South Africa can sustain themselves. Since our founding in 2006, Zimele has empowered over 1 200 women with the skills, resources and support networks to build a brighter future for their families and communities.

Email: media@zimelecommunity.co.za
Registration: NPO
Category: Development of Community Based Organisations

Zimele Wethu Foundation was founded on 10th September 2015 as a registered non-profit company. It is committed to creating self-sustaining communities through empowering poor people with knowledge and skills so that they realize their abilities and engage with them for social and economic development. Zimele Wethu implements the Self Help Group (SHGs) concept by: mobilising poor people into SHGs which enable them to save and access loans for socio-economic activities; mobilising SHGs into Cluster Level Associations which formalises SHGs; and, mobilising Cluster Level Associations into Federations where poor people to participate in wider socio-economic activities.

Phone: 082 935 4262
Email: info@zimelewethu.org.za
Website: www.zimelewethu.org.za
Registration: NPO
Category: Economic Development, Education, Health & Social Services, Development of Community Based Organisation