Support network

For ease of reference we have put together a list of a wide range of organisations – some partners, some allies – who share a commitment to supporting fatherhood and mentorship work across the country.

Fatherhood Foundation

www.ffsa.org.za

A foundation with the mission of promoting excellence in fathering.

Fatherhood Friday

www.fatherhoodfriday.com

Uses social media platforms to change the narrative of fatherhood. Through a WhatsApp group, connect with dads from all walks of life to discuss specific topics.

Fathers in Africa

www.fathers.co.za

A non-profit organisation that supports fathers to be actively and positively engaged in their children’s lives. Their aim is to improve the health and well-being of all children and families.

Kevin Rutter: kevin@fathers.co.za

Focus on the Family Africa

www.safamily.co.za

Serving families and providing care, advice, support and encouragement to families at every stage of life. Providing sound and practical family guidance based on Christian principles.

Graeme Schnell: graemes@fotf.co.za

Goodwork Foundation

www.goodworkfoundation.org

Good Work Foundation is reimagining education in South Africa, to use it as a tool for a future of abundance for all.

Grace Aid

graceaid.org

Grace Aid's vision is a world where everyone flourishes. By providing food, medical equipment, and training, we address immediate needs while fostering sustainable development and long-term change.

Silindile Dube: silindile@grace.org.za

Growing up Without a Father Foundation

www.growingupwithoutafather.org.za

Assists fatherless children and fosters unity among men across all races, through various programmes that create awareness around the impact of fatherlessness on families and the nation.

Charley Pietersen: pietersenc@gmail.com

Hope For Youth SA

www.hopeforyouthsouthafrica.co.za

They believe all youth can embrace who they are, can define their future, and can change the world.

Jonathan Mitchell: jajmitchell2@gmail.com

Human Sciences Research Council

hsrc.ac.za

The Human Sciences Research Council is Africa’s largest dedicated research institute focused on the social sciences and humanities.

Dr Tawanda Makusha: tmakusha@hsrc.ac.za

Inceba Trust

www.incebatrust.co.za

Inceba Trust prepares children in body, mind and soul for a future filled with hope, courage and confidence.

Innovation Edge

innovationedge.org.za

Innovation Edge is an impact-first investor focused on solving early childhood challenges in South Africa.

Inspired2Become

www.inspired2become.org

Aims to focus on specific groups of young people who many times get overlooked.

Chris Van Der Merwe: chris@inspired2become.org