A temporary place of safety for abandoned babies is a specialized short-term care facility that provides 24/7 support and care for newborns and young infants who have been abandoned, orphaned, or surrendered by their parents. We currently have 6 babies in our care, we are excited and expectant to see these little ones grow and see God's purpose for their lives unfold. We also have 8 loving staff ladies who work in 12 hour shifts day and night, we are thankful for a team of people loving and raising our babies together. Our house also consists of volunteers and visitors who spend their time with us, as it truly takes a village to raise children. “God’s heart beats for the vulnerable, and so should ours. The Bible commands us to care for the orphan, the widow, and the foreigner (Deuteronomy 10:19, Psalm 68:5-6, James 1:27). We are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus, to love and serve the least of these (Matthew 25:31-46). Let us open our arms, our hearts, and our homes to the orphan, the abandoned, and the marginalized. Let us be the safe haven, the loving embrace, and the hope-filled future they deserve. For in caring for the vulnerable, we are not only obeying God’s command but also reflecting the very character of our loving Father in Heaven.”
You make a difference by applying to become a place of safety as an individual or a family and make a difference one child at a time. If you would like to know how to get involved at our place of safety or how to become one yourself, please email us at info.havens@enpta.co.za
Visit:
Visitors are welcome to tour our premises, meet our staff and residents, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and operations. You are welcome to visit us per arrangement and at specific times and days. We can guarantee that you will enjoy your visit and therefore if you would like to come regularly and serve in a greater capacity, please refer to our volunteer post.
If you wish to visit, please send an email to info.havens@enpta.co.za
Volunteer:
Our volunteers are a vital part of our community, providing emotional support, playtime, and attention to our babies, helping them feel seen, heard, and loved. They may assist with feeding, cuddling, and soothing the babies, and often form special bonds with them. By volunteering with us, they are helping to create a nurturing environment that fosters the physical, emotional, and social development of our babies, and we are grateful for their presence and support.
We invite you to join our team of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about providing a safe and loving environment for our babies to thrive. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or a few days a month, your time and talent will make a real difference in the lives of our little ones.
Together, let’s create a haven of hope and love for our precious babies and toddlers. Contact us to learn more about serving at our place of safety: info.havens@enpta.co.za.
Donate:
Donors at our Place of Safety is someone who desires to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable babies and toddlers by providing financial support, buying, and gathering essential baby and house products and other necessities to our place of safety. Through donations, they are helping to provide essential care, resources, and love to these precious children, ensuring they receive the best possible start in life. Their contribution is a vital investment in the future of our young ones, and we are grateful for their kindness and commitment.
There are 3 types of donations:
| Continual Needs
Anything from milk, nappies, creams, bath soaps, and wet wipes
We also have a Dischem Account where you can donate financially to ensure that we cover our babies with medication and other specific needs.
If you are part of a school or organization that would like to partner with us as a fundraiser event of gathering of items, please don't hesitate to contact us at info.havens@enpta.co.ca.
| Once-off Donations
Anything like containers, toys, a play mat, feeding chairs, and a microwave.
| Financial Contributions and Company Investments
You can email us at info.havens@enpta.co.za for our banking details to make once-off or continual payments to our haven. We also have a Dischem Account where you can donate financially to ensure that we cover our babies with medication and other specific needs.
You can also apply for an 18A CERTIFICATE: Tswalo House African Havens is a Public Benefit Organization (PBO) approved in terms of section 18A of the Income Tax Act. Email us at finance.havens@enpta.co.za
Contact Person:
Susan du Toit 082 650 6367
info.havens@enpta.co.za