Black Coffee Foundation

The Black Coffee Foundation, launched in 2010, is a South African non-profit organisation committed to uplifting destitute, disabled, and underprivileged individuals across the country. Rooted in a vision of sustainable social impact, the foundation focuses on initiatives that promote education, independence, and long-term community empowerment. Through strategic partnerships and fundraising efforts, it delivers programmes that respond to immediate needs while creating pathways for lasting change.

Mission and Vision

At the heart of the Black Coffee Foundation is a dedication to uplifting vulnerable communities and ensuring that support is offered in ways that promote dignity and self-reliance. Its mission emphasises:

• Community upliftment: Supporting destitute and disabled individuals across South Africa.

• Sustainable development: Implementing initiatives that encourage education, independence, and social integration.

• Empowerment: Equipping individuals and communities with the tools to overcome adversity and build brighter futures.

Projects and Initiatives

The foundation’s work spans a range of impactful initiatives, including:

• Skills Development: In partnership with the Hollywood Foundation, the organisation provides women—particularly mothers and sisters in communities such as DP Mataa—with skills that enable them to develop sustainable livelihoods.

• Back to School Campaign: A collaborative project with the Hollywood Foundation that provides essential school supplies to learners in disadvantaged areas, easing the burden on families and helping children to thrive academically.

• Fundraising Events: The foundation hosts gala dinners, benefit concerts, and other charity events to mobilise resources for its programmes.

• Food and Festive Giving: During the festive season, the organisation raises funds to supply food parcels to families in need, ensuring that vulnerable households experience care and support during critical times.

Through these efforts, the Black Coffee Foundation continues to extend its reach and deepen its social impact, embodying a long-term commitment to community development and empowerment in South Africa.