1-About Us

 

Objectives and Social Initiatives


The Amy Foundation aims to empower young people in underprivileged communities through sustainable programmes designed to uplift their education, skills, and personal development. Our social development objectives focus on:

  

 


Offering after-school programmes that foster academic improvement, sports engagement, and arts and culture education for children aged 5 – 18  years
    
Providing youth skills development programmes to unemployed NEET youth aged 18 to 35 years (NEET: Not in Employment, Education, or Training), with a particular emphasis on preparing them for careers in hospitality, sewing and design, technical and handyman skills and beauty and wellness.

    
Mission : To provide a safe environment in challenged and vulnerable communities where we develop emotionally well-rounded children and youth who make positive life choices and become contributing members of society.

    
Vision :  To provide the best children and youth programmes where all achieve and succeed in life.

 


BEE Status:  BBB EE Level 1
The Amy Foundation is committed to contributing towards broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE), with a focus on transformation and skills development for Black and Coloured youth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2-Projects

 

Projects / Programmes / Services


Youth Skills Development Programme (YSD):

This programme equips young people with vocational skills in fields like hospitality, beauty and wellness, and sewing and design, technical and handyman skills, aiming to reduce youth unemployment and foster entrepreneurship. The focus is on sustainable growth, with clear objectives for post-training employment and further education.

 


After-School Programmes:

These programmes serve young learners in the communities of Gugulethu, Nyanga, Philippi, and Bonteheuwel, helping them improve academically and socially through Academic Support, Performing Arts and sports.  These initiatives aim to keep children off the streets while providing valuable life skills.

 


Services:

We also offer educational support, sports training, and life skills workshops, all geared towards holistic youth development. Our services are structured to meet the needs of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring measurable and sustainable outcomes.

 


Case Studies:

We can provide case studies that demonstrate the success of our initiatives, including testimonials from programme beneficiaries and metrics around youth employment rates post-programme. Also, see our social media for our #SpotlightSunday stories

 

 

 

 

 

3-Support

 

Successes & Support Initiatives


Success Factors:

    
-  Over 1500 meals were prepared for disadvantaged youth in partnership with Delta Air Lines and Century City Conference Centre.

    
-  The Amy Foundation Choir performed internationally, demonstrating the impact of our arts programmes.

    
-  Our skills development graduates regularly secure employment in industries such as hospitality and beauty.


Support Requirements:

We are continuously seeking funding to sustain and expand our projects. Donations of any size go towards operational costs, materials, and equipment for youth skills development training, as well as further development of our after-school programmes.


How to Support:

Support can be provided through financial donations, in-kind contributions, or partnership opportunities. We are open to discussions with corporate sponsors to align our objectives with their CSI goals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4-Events

 

Upcoming Events:


Annual Gala Dinner:           A fundraising event held in November, featuring auctions, performances, and guest speakers.


Ubuntu Festival 2025:       A celebration of South African culture and heritage, focusing on youth empowerment through performing arts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5-Contact Us

 

For enquiries related to social development, please contact  :     Michelle Bagley

Communications and Fundraising Manager

 

Amy Foundation
Address:                          2 Dagbreek Street, Sybrand Park, Cape Town
Tel:                                  +27 21 4471690
Email:                              michelle@amyfoundation.co.za
Website:                          https://amyfoundation.co.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

News
A Night to “Light Up the World”: Amy Foundation Gala Dinner and Auction 2024

This past Saturday 23rd November, the Amy Foundation Gala Dinner and Auction radiated inspiration, talent, and generosity under the theme “Light Up the World.”

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Axxess Landmarks Half Marathon and Fun Run Raises R25 000 for the Amy Foundation

[Cape Town, South Africa – 5 November 2024] – The annual Axxess Landmarks Half Marathon and Fun Run took place on Sunday 3rd November 2024, drawing over 1 600 runners and supporters for a day dedicated to fitness, community spirit, and charity.

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Support the Amy Foundation with Blue Ribbon and Pick n Pay this August

For the month of August, every time you purchase a Blue Ribbon Classic White or Brown Loaf, you are making a difference.

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