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Welcome to SWAT Community Foundation
The SWAT Community Foundation is a youth-founded nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting South Africa’s youth and communities through education, sustainable livelihoods, and poverty alleviation. Our mission is to empower individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to reach their full potential and contribute to the economic development of their communities.
Our Story
SWAT Community Foundation: Empowering South African Youth
Founded in 2020, SWAT Community Foundation was created to benefit communities in South Africa, particularly youth from historically disadvantaged backgrounds. Our work is deeply rooted in the principles of Ubuntu, aiming to create long-term positive impacts on education, economic development, and poverty alleviation.
Our Mission
To inspire and support the growth of young people so that they can reach their full potential as productive citizens, contributing to the economic development of their communities.
What We Do
We provide grants for programs aligned with our strategic areas and invest in social impact bonds to address social issues across South Africa. We are a thought leader and proactive facilitator in these focus areas:
- Early Childhood Development
- Post-Schooling Opportunities and Youth Employment
- Economic Empowerment and Entrepreneurship
Our Vision
A South Africa where the youth are inspired, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential, contributing to their communities' economic development.
Siyamanga Nceke
Resource Mobilization Officer
Siya, Founder of Light Bearing Pilgrims Ministry, is a dedicated missionary focused on empowering communities through spiritual guidance, education, and humanitarian support. Based in Sedibeng, Siya collaborates with SWAT to provide essential aid, promote health, and share the Gospel, fostering holistic well-being and hope in vulnerable communities.
With a background in pastoral work and community engagement, Siyamanga ensures the sustainability of SWAT's various programs, such as early childhood development and youth empowerment initiatives. His focus on creating a long-term impact aims to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives, providing holistic support and growth opportunities.
Make an impact.
Save lives.
Our Initiatives
Community Outreach Initiative
This initiative aims to improve the quality of home-based care for children and adults living with HIV, TB, and chronic illnesses in Sedibeng District. Activities include monthly wellness days, vaccination campaigns, and support for under-vaccinated children.
Beneficiaries Reached: 975
Early Childhood Development
This program supports the holistic development of children aged 0-5 by providing quality educational care in Sedibeng. It includes the creation of ECD centers, toy and resource making, and training for ECD practitioners.
Children Reached: 32
Sustainable Livelihoods
This initiative focuses on reducing food poverty and improving nutrition by empowering women and youth to create community gardens and support home-based food production. We’ve established 50 new gardens and distributed indigenous trees to local farmers.
Gardens Established: 50
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About SWAT Community Foundation
The SWAT Community Foundation offers a variety of volunteer opportunities to support our mission of empowering youth and improving communities in South Africa. Whether you’re interested in community outreach, sustainable livelihoods, youth development, or event planning, your contribution will help create lasting change. Volunteers are key to helping us achieve our goals.
Beneficiaries
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Phiwokuhle
General secretary
Contact Infomation
10 De Forest Street Central West 5, Vanderbijlpark, 1911, Gauteng, SOUTH AFRICA
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