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About Us

Our primary objective is to respond to the needs of the wider community of Montagu in ways that will make a difference, however small. We aim to support, uplift, dignify, empower and enhance the lives of people in need through humanitarian and socially orientated development projects. These projects are aimed at poverty relief, skills and knowledge transfer, basic shelter and emergency intervention.

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No Child left behind

Montagu Cares aims to respond to the needs of the wider community of Montagu to make a difference, however small, to support, uplift, dignify, empower and enhance the lives of people in need through humanitarian and socially oriented projects

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School Based Drop in centre

Our goal is to prevent early dropouts, improve academic performance, increase school attendance and foster a love for earning among students in Montagu.

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Holiday programmes

A holiday programs crucial opportunity for children to engage in enriching activities during their break from school, ensuring they remain intellectually stimulated and socially connected.

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Choir and art

Following the March holiday program, volunteers Carolyn Grey ad Juanita Child engaged with Ashbury Sekonder students.

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE

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FOOD Kitchens

Montagu Cares currently support two food kitchens offering nutritious meals to those in need, ensuring access to essential sustenance and distribute meals regularly, providing a source of nourishment and support to vulnerable individuals and families.

Centre of Hope (Piet Retief str) approx. 80-120 pax

"Ellen Williams" in Skerpioenkop approx. 25 children

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victim empowerment project

Since its inception, Montagu Cares has collaborated with the South African Police Service (SAPS), providing support and resources to individuals experiencing trauma or crisis. This support includes a steady supply of blankets, clothes, and personal hygiene items for the SAPS trauma room.

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Flood and fire relief

In Natural disasters like floods, Montagu Cares mobilizes resources and volunteers to provide emergency relief, including food, water, shelter materials, and clean up assistance. They also help emergency workers find shelter and food for dispaced peo

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early education

in alignment with our belief in the significance of early childhood development, we have initiated two literacy programs aimed at younger children.

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wordworks - million words trust

Wordworks is a program that promotes early childhood literacy by engaging parents and caregivers

in educational activities with their children. Through interactive group sessions, caregivers learn how to become more confident in their abilities to create a supportive and engaging environment at home.

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reading with meaning

Reading with Meaning program follows the TaRL (Teach at the Right Level) program working with grade 4's. It is designed to assist learners with literacy, reading and reading with comprehension. this program, in collaboration with WA Rossouw, started in April 2024 with 10 volunteers who offer twice weekly classes.

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Fundraising

We utilize different revenue streams for funding of our programs that include business partners, sponsors, private donors as well as specific fundraising events. Our pre-loved item market remains our most significant income stream. 

The pre-loved market offers affordable clothing, household items and other essentials to individuals and families on a limited budget.

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