WC social development launches fund to help social service organisations struggling with crippling budget cuts
The fund, created in partnership with The Health Foundation of South Africa, aims to raise funds to support the work of NGO's with a proven track record of quality service delivery in the province.
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CAPE TOWN - The Western Cape’s social development department has launched the Cape Care Fund to assist social service organisations struggling with crippling budget cuts.
The fund, created in partnership with The Health Foundation of South Africa, aims to raise funds to support the work of NGOs with a proven track record of quality service delivery in the province.
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Over the past three financial years, many social service organisations have been struggling with financing, resulting in some closing their doors.
Speaking on the fund, which was officially launched on Friday, Social Development MEC Jaco Londt said strengthening support to these organisations has always been a priority for him.
"Through the Cape Care Fund, we are hopeful to take NPOs and NGOs from surviving to thriving for the benefit of our most vulnerable residents. I encourage businesses and residents that want to help create positive change by uplifting communities and individuals to support this project.”