20 years of creating second chances for the most vulnerable children to become happy positive adults in society
Since 2005, Home from Home has been at the forefront of cluster foster care, ensuring that children without families have a safe and nurturing environment. Providing countless children to find stability, guidance, and the opportunity to thrive.
Help us expand our care to reach even more children
For 20 years, Home from Home has provided vulnerable children with a second chance at family through loving permanent family foster homes. Help us to continue supporting over 200 children and young people and extend our reach to even more in need.
In South Africa...
> 80% of children in grade four are unable to read for meaning
> Over 60% unemployment rate for those under 25 years looking for work
The Home from Home Difference
88% young adults who have left our care since 2019 are currently on a positive trajectory
employed, furthering their studies or actively engaged in developing a positive pathway.
Stories of Hope
The young people in the stories below have all been in Home from Home foster care, and we are so proud of their progress.
A Future Educator
Abongile, one of our dedicated interns 2024, used the resources provided to enhance his skills and broaden his horizons.
During this time Abongile became more certain about his passion for teaching and this led him to apply and be accepted to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Education through UNISA.Â
Thanks to the support from Home from Home, Abongile has registered for his first year. Although distance learning presents its challenges, Abongile is committed to this journey and prepared for the road ahead.
A Journey Toward Child & Youth Care
Throughout her internship, Sandisiwe received significant guidance and mentorship, which helped her envision her future. Despite not having completed Grade 12, she researched and found an institution where she could further her studies.
She has registered to become a Child and Youth Care Worker. Sandisiwe has grown into a confident and tech-savvy. Her journey at Home from Home has shaped her into a mature and grounded young adult, ready to help others grow.
During her internship, she honed her ability to present the mission of Home from Home, along with her personal journey/story to various supporters and donors—a skill she continues to apply effectively.
From Intern to Home from Home Employee
Mzimasi has been quite proactive within our organisation as a young person who has left foster care. He has been selected as a house leader in our Khayelitsha transition house, and has been doing well, by guiding and educating our young people.
He successfully completed his internship in our Operations Department in 2024, demonstrating such exceptional ability and professionalism that he has been offered a one-year contract to continue contributing to the team. Initially unfamiliar with basic computer functions, Mzimasi has grown immensely with confidence and belief in his self-worth, making him a valuable asset to our organization. He is capable of teaching our new intern recruits to navigate the computer and emails.
He is currently preparing to secure his driver’s license and is actively pursuing the development of additional skills to enhance his future employment opportunities.
How you can make a difference
There are 2.8 million orphans in South Africa, representing 14% of all children in the country. Expanding our support to reach more children is critically important.
We invite you to join us on our next chapter of growth, as we look ahead to the next 10 years.
The need has never been greater and to respond to this growing crisis, we must scale our impact—our goal is to increase our reach, requiring additional funding to make this vision a reality.
Here’s what your support can provide
Your contribution directly supports the children in our care, ensuring they receive the love, stability, and resources they need to thrive.
- Additional Education Support: R4,500/£200/$225 per child per year (includes tutoring, extra mural and homework support).
- Basic Education: R7,000/£300/$350 per child per year (includes school fees, transport, uniform, and stationery).
- Full Care for One Child: Covering all expenses, including housing, education, and healthcare, costs R60,000/£2,600/$3,000 per child per year.
- Sponsor A Child: R250/$25/£25 per month (you will receive biannual updates on the child/ren you are supporting)
Your generosity enables us to continue offering these essential services and expand our impact to even more children in need.
Other ways to give
Together, we can do more
Your support allows us to continue providing homes, care, and resources to children in need. There are many ways you can get involved:
Become A Challenge Warrior
Take on a personal or sporting challenge and raise funds to support the children at Home from Home in overcoming their challenges.
Fundraise
Start your own fundraising campaign to support our organisation.
Volunteer
Lend your time and skills to our mission
Legacy Giving
Leave a lasting impact by including Home from Home in your will. Complete the Legacy Giving form here.
Get in touch with us to find out more and get involved
20 Years of Second Chances
Two Decades of Transforming Lives
Since 2005, Home from Home has been at the forefront of cluster foster care, ensuring that children without families have a safe and nurturing environment. With over 20 years of experience, we’ve helped countless children find stability, guidance, and the opportunity to thrive.
- 20 Years of foster care excellence
- 200 Foster Children currently in our care
- Countless lives changed through love and support
Join us in celebrating this legacy and expanding our impact.
Join us in changing lives
Help Us Build a Better Future for Vulnerable Children
Every child deserves a loving home and a bright future. With your help, we can continue to make that possible for the next 20 years and beyond.