2025 Charity Voting

This is your opportunity to vote for the Charity the organisation will support for the next term. You need to be logged in to the site as we only allow a single vote per member, and only members may vote. The order of the nominees is also randomised per member, making it as fair as possible!

If you nominated a charity and they do not appear here, then they were not eligible. If you require more information in this regard, please email [email protected].

Voting will close 25 October 2024 so please make sure your successful submission is received before then.

Voting has now closed.

More Information about the charities:

This list is alphabetical

Hope House Baby Home

Baby Hope House

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Baby Hope House is a sanctuary for abandoned babies, providing them with exceptional care, which I’ve witnessed firsthand. Their dedicated team works tirelessly to meet the needs of the children through daily donations and community support. Many of these babies come from traumatic backgrounds, but Baby Hope House offers them a chance at a brighter future. The home ensures that the children receive physical and mental stimulation to meet their developmental milestones. Volunteers and caregivers contribute significantly to creating a nurturing environment until these little ones are placed in loving, adoptive families.

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Center for Rehabilitation of Wildlife

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CROW plays a vital role in the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife, helping to restore balance in our ecosystem. They also educate the public about animal welfare and conservation. Since COVID-19, the organization has faced financial difficulties, making their work even more challenging. With dwindling support, CROW is in danger of losing the resources needed to continue their essential work in treating wildlife. Their efforts to protect and rehabilitate animals, often overlooked by the public, deserve our support so they can continue their invaluable services.

Imvula Therapy Centre

Imvula Therapy Centre

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Imvula Therapy Centre provides specialized therapy for individuals with disabilities, aiming to enhance their quality of life. Through their 'Move, Play, and Care' approach, the centre focuses on long-term maintenance therapy while making it fun and engaging. Their commitment is to ensure that individuals with disabilities continue to develop and thrive, which often requires a combination of physical and emotional support. Imvula Therapy Centre not only supports the disabled community but also educates and assists families who care for them.

Loraines Rehab Centre

Loraines Rehab Centre

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This is a place that works with people suffering from addiction. The place has a great programme that's helps give these people a second chance at a better life.

ODCCC

Open Door Crisis Centre

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Open Door Crisis Centre provides critical support to survivors of abuse, human trafficking, and other vulnerable groups. They offer services such as counseling, legal assistance, and temporary shelter for those in need. This organization makes a difference in the lives of people who are often voiceless and forgotten. Their work is inspiring, and I believe they deserve more recognition and support for the profound impact they have in helping individuals rebuild their lives after trauma.

PACT

Phoenix Animal Care and Treatment (PACT)

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Phoenix Animal Care and Treatment (PACT) is dedicated to rescuing animals from abusive environments and providing them with much-needed medical care, sterilization, and rehabilitation. Their focus on neglected and mistreated animals in impoverished areas ensures that animals receive the help they desperately need. PACT’s efforts are vital in regions where animal cruelty is rampant, and their work requires ongoing support to continue offering medical care and promoting animal welfare.

Durban&CoastSPCA

SPCA - Durban & Coast Branch

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SPCA Durban has been at the forefront of animal welfare in the region, providing essential services such as rescue operations, sterilizations, and education on responsible pet ownership. Despite their longstanding presence, they missed out on significant support in 2020, limiting their capacity to care for the growing number of animals in need. By nominating SPCA Durban, we can ensure they receive the exposure and donations necessary to continue their lifesaving work and educational outreach in our community.

The Baby Home

The Baby Home

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The Baby Home is a registered Place of Safety that offers a loving, nurturing environment for abandoned or orphaned babies aged 0 to 4. The home provides individualized care for each child, ensuring they receive medical attention, emotional support, and developmental stimulation. They also cater to babies with special needs. As part of The Peace Agency, The Baby Home is a vital resource for vulnerable children in our community, offering them a second chance at a stable, loving family life.

ReStory

The ReStory Foundation

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The ReStory Foundation empowers vulnerable youth and orphans, helping them to become resilient and positive contributors to society. Through their programs, the foundation works to break cycles of trauma and poverty by building strong identities and encouraging personal growth. Their focus on trauma resilience and leadership development helps children and youth turn their stories into positive narratives, ultimately transforming lives and communities.

Rise Up Movement

The Rise Up Movement

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The Rise Up Movement is a local initiative committed to eradicating poverty and promoting sustainable wealth in the community through life coaching, skills development, and entrepreneurship. They provide practical training that empowers individuals to start income-generating projects and become self-sufficient. Beyond economic upliftment, the organization addresses pressing social issues such as gender-based violence, human trafficking, and child abuse. Their work, including powerful Silent Demonstrations, raises awareness and drives change on critical human rights issues.

Upper Highway Baby Home

The Upper Highways Baby Home

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The Upper Highway Baby Home provides a nurturing environment for abandoned babies, helping them transition into adoptive families. Their success stories include placing children with loving parents, often internationally. The home ensures that the babies receive high-quality care, including early childhood development, preparing them to thrive in their new homes. As baby items are consumable and easy to donate, this charity offers members a hands-on way to contribute, with visible monthly impact through the difference they make in the lives of the children.