About ChildVision Academy
The name ChildVision encapsulates the very essence of our vision. We believe that every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment in which to grow and flourish. Unfortunately, countless children in South Africa are born into circumstances that deprive them of these fundamental needs.
That’s why we have established Khanyisani Trust, a nonprofit organization that runs the ChildVision Academy, which is dedicated to providing extremely vulnerable children with the core basic necessities they require to thrive. From education and nutrition to a loving community and stable income for their families, we strive to ensure that no child is left behind.
As Christians, we feel called to care for those in need, and we recognize that while we cannot care for everyone, we can equip others to join us in this important work. By working together, we can help build a brighter future for the most vulnerable members of our country.
ChildVision’s primary focus is on extremely vulnerable children. This includes orphans, which are defined as children who have lost one or both parents and vulnerable children facing material, emotional, and social problems. Vulnerability is measured based on observable factors such as access to basic needs and supportive environments. Rural community factors contribute to a child’s vulnerability, leading to a need for greater support. In rural communities, additional risks arise, such as developmental issues due to lack of nutritious food, social challenges due to lack of care and role models, and a higher risk of dropping out of school. By understanding the challenges faced by orphans and vulnerable children in different contexts, ChildVision can better tailor its programs to provide holistic support to those who need it most.
ChildVision is a project of Khanyisani Trust.
Who is Khanyisani?
A Christian not-for-profit / public benefit trust registered in South Africa with two decades of experience in addressing poverty alleviation amongst the poorest of the poor in South Africa.
The model
Poverty is a huge problem in South Africa, and through dedicated hands-on experience and research we have found a workable holistic and sustainable model which doesn’t rely on formal job creation or hand-outs.
Our methodology is based on leadership, entrepreneurship, trust, respect for all members of the community, and faith in Jesus Christ. We have proven results which continue to positively influence many thousands of lives.
Achievements
Khanyisani’s key objectives of sustainable Christian-based social transformation have resulted in sustainable projects in the Western Cape, Kwa-Zulu Natal, Mpumalanga, the Northern Cape, and Limpopo since 2007.
The project we consider our most successful so far, is the Sappi Beekeeping project in Kwambonambi, KwaZulu Natal, we managed R8.8 million over 5 years, impacted 1600 families (about 8000 people), of which 400 are beekeeping and produce and sell 15 – 25 tons of honey per year from the 2000 beehives that they made themselves.
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Mission
Khanyisani empowers communities and their children to break the cycle of poverty sustainably through self-help savings, asset-based development, ethical food production, and Gospel-centered evangelism, teaching and discipleship.
Structure
The Khanyisani Trust is an overarching umbrella for the programmes and projects under our stewardship. The Khanyisani Management Team administers projects, conducts monitoring and evaluation, fundraises, develops the projects, and plans together with Project Leaders and reports back to Stakeholders and Funders.
The Khanyisani Trust is run by a seasoned diverse group of trustees who have experience working in the NGO sector, they have financial, fundraising, entrepreneurship, leadership, and mentorship expertise at local and international levels. At an operational level Dr Guy Stubbs, the Executive Director, leads the diverse team, working hands-on in the programmes and with the management team to keep the Trust and the Programmes running smoothly.
Why Choose Khanyisani?
Why don’t you consider becoming our equity partner to accelerate holistic sustainable social transformation?
- Khanyisani is a Level 1 Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE), not-for-profit trust.
- We are a NPO (a not-for-profit organisation) and a PBO (public benefit organisation) registered in South Africa. We are able to issue section 18A certificates for donations.
- As a Level One BBBEE organisation, we can become your equity partner.
- We can provide Social Economic Development (SED) certificates to South African companies for purposes of compliance.
- We have a solid record, enabling you to be confident in your donations and investments. We continually focus on improving our executive and management governance.
- The Khanyisani Board, in its commitment to governance excellence and fiduciary accountability, has ratified, policies and strategic oversight of financial, risk and development impact.
- Our behaviour is governed by our Code of Conduct and policies aligned with South African legislation, including protection of children, employment equity and employment practices, and health and safety.
The Team
The Khanyisani leadership team has a genuine passion for social development matched by decades of experience in the NGO sector. They have financial, fundraising, entrepreneurship, leadership and mentorship expertise at local and international levels.
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