Who are you guys?
Why Rural Reach
Amidst the multitude of non-profit organizations, Rural Reach may initially appear as just another entity. However, what distinguishes us is our unwavering dedication to providing practical assistance to the rural poor across South Africa. Our team, though small, is deeply personal and adopts a hands-on approach, committed to aiding marginalized individuals in society. Our goal is to empower each of our beneficiaries to fulfill their full potential.
While we pride ourselves on our focused and effective project execution, we also prioritize transparency and reliability. Rural Reach is duly registered with the South African Department of Social Development as a non-profit organization and holds recognition as a public benefit organization by the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Additionally, our esteemed board of directors provides invaluable guidance and oversight. Read more about us here.
What’s the big issue?
The problem
While Rural Reach is actively making a difference across multiple communities in the Northern and Western Cape, our primary attention is directed towards the town of Villiersdorp. This community presents numerous challenges, with only 22% of its residents having completed grade 12 or higher, and a dependency ratio as high as 42%.
Our focal point revolves around addressing the needs of children and young mothers within Villiersdorp. A concerning trend is the number of girls who become pregnant during their schooling years, leading to premature dropout rates. This significantly impacts their future employment prospects and their ability to provide adequate care for their children. Moreover, many of these young mothers lack essential knowledge and support in childcare, often without the presence of the father. Similarly, numerous young children hail from broken households, residing with either grandparents or a single parent. With minimal to no household income, the basic needs of many children in these families often go unmet.
Welcome to Rural Reach!
We are very happy that you have come to our page and we hope you enjoy your time here.
What Are you doing about it?
Our Solution
We extend practical support to the communities we serve by meeting them at their point of need. This involves tailoring all our projects to address their specific requirements, ensuring the greatest possible impact. Moreover, we prioritize sustainability and proper fund utilization across all our initiatives.
Operating primarily from our Care Centre in Villiersdorp, the majority of our projects are centralized there. Our key initiatives include the distribution of food parcels to vulnerable families (Many Meals), providing personalized assistance to individuals seeking educational advancement (People with Promise), and offering support and educational resources to young mothers (Care Centre).
In addition to these ongoing projects, we also offer ad hoc assistance to various individuals as needed. This may involve supplying essential winter school uniforms to struggling students, aiding local schools with educational materials, facilitating transportation and accommodation for students, and much more.
Can i get involved?
How you can help
Rural Reach relies solely on the kindness and generous support of others to operate. We cannot adequately express our gratitude to those who have generously donated to our cause. However, there is still much more we aspire to achieve.
Your donation, regardless of its size, will significantly contribute to our ability to expand our reach. It will not only enable us to extend our assistance to more communities but also enhance the depth and breadth of support we provide within those communities. Embracing a holistic approach to aid our beneficiaries, we aspire to go beyond meeting basic needs. Continuously striving to enhance our services, we are committed to utilizing these funds in the most effective manner possible.
By opting for a recurring donation, you empower Rural Reach to plan ahead effectively, ensuring the sustainability of our projects. As a registered public benefit organization with the South African Revenue Service, we are authorized to issue tax-deductible receipts for all donations received (please note that this may not apply to all countries). Your support truly makes a difference in the lives of those we serve.
We are extremely thankful and appreciative for any donation received. Hellen Keller once said,
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
Will you join us in our mission? We cannot do it without you.
Welcome to Rural Reach
We’re thrilled to have you here and excited to share more about Rural Reach’s mission with you!
Who are you guys?
Why Rural Reach
Rural Reach stands out among non-profits for its unwavering dedication to empowering South Africa’s rural poor through practical, hands-on support. Our small but passionate team is deeply committed to helping marginalised individuals reach their full potential. Read more about us here.
WHAT’S THE BIG ISSUE
The Problem
Rural Reach is focused on Villiersdorp, a town in the Northern and Western Cape facing significant challenges. Only 22% of residents have completed grade 12, and the dependency ratio is 42%. Our main focus is on supporting children and young mothers. Many girls drop out of school due to early pregnancies, limiting their future opportunities. These young mothers often lack childcare knowledge and support, with many children coming from broken homes and living with single parents or grandparents. As a result, many children’s basic needs remain unmet.
What are you doing about it?
Our Solution
We provide practical support tailored to the specific needs of the communities we serve, ensuring maximum impact and sustainability. Based at our Care Centre in Villiersdorp, we run key initiatives such as food parcel distribution (Many Meals), educational support (People with Promise), and resources for young mothers (Care Centre). Additionally, we offer ad hoc assistance, including school uniforms, educational materials, and transportation for students in need.
Can i get involved?
How you can help
Rural Reach depends on the generous support of donors to operate and is deeply grateful for every contribution. Your donation, no matter the size, helps us expand our reach and enhance the support we provide to communities. We aim to go beyond basic needs, offering holistic assistance to those we serve. Recurring donations allow us to plan effectively and ensure project sustainability. As a registered public benefit organization, we can issue tax-deductible receipts (where applicable). Your support truly makes a difference.
We are extremely thankful and appreciative for any donation received. Hellen Keller once said,
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
Will you join us in our mission? We cannot do it without you.
Electronic Funds Transfer:
Name: Rural Reach
Bank: First National Bank (FNB)
Branch: Somerset Mall
Branch Code: 200912
Account Type: Cheque
Account Number: 62750575006
SWIFT Code: FIRNZAJJ
*Please email accounts@ruralreach.org in order that we may acknowledge your donation and send you a tax-deductible receipt accordingly.
PayPal:
Electronic Funds Transfer:
Name: Rural Reach
Bank: First National Bank (FNB)
Branch: Somerset Mall
Branch Code: 200912
Account Type: Cheque
Account Number: 62750575006
SWIFT Code: FIRNZAJJ
*Please email accounts@ruralreach.org in order that we may acknowledge your donation and send you a tax-deductible receipt accordingly.
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