The persistence of poverty is one of the most important and urgent questions facing South Africa
It influences and forms children from a very early age, and when they grow older it may manifest in violent behavior.
Coming to grips with these dynamics...
requires going beyond the limitations of conventional "sustainable livelihoods", and understanding the core, so we can empower where it is most effective - THE NEXT GENERATION.
True change can only happen from within. Therefore we always take hands with other NPO’s or key role players within communities, because :
- When a community serves itself it empowers, motivates and strengthens a community.
- We at Y 4 L understand that many of our vulnerable communities are like family and through serving each other, communities heal from within.
We focus on youth development. We offer weekly classes, youth leadership training, agriculture programs and have a holistic approach while reaching many different sectors. We also use our “Beat the Bully” program to address serious issues like GBV (Gender Based Violence), Bully Behavior in schools and in the working environment, through training and program implementation.
- We at Y 4 L believe in “doing with VS doing for”. Relationships in a community is key. Direct charity increases disability, when we do for those in need what they have the capacity to do for themselves, we disempower them.
- We bring solutions to basic needs –
- Family (love)
- Lighthouse ladies + groups (belong)
- Feeding (worth)
- We empower with purpose training and support.
- Our program is sustainable because we only develop what can be sustained.
- Connection in community brings change.
Bridge Builders = Sustainability
- We facilitate the process of change towards stability and restoration.
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As we launch our first outreach program for 2026, I couldn't be more proud of our kids. Thank you Liezel Mc Lennan for creating opportunities for them to serve, care and love the elderly. We find our true purpose and value in life when we understand how much we can contribute to someone else's life. Liezel Mc Lennan
In February, our groups are open to new members, and we repeat our foundational teachings, including the wordless book, to ensure everyone understands Jesus' sacrifice for us and the requirements for growth in salvation. It is beautiful to see all our children back and also new children joining our groups.
Annual Outreach Plan: Join us to have impact and love and care, like Jesus did. *February – Love Outreach* A special tea, cake, makeover, and photoshoot experience for elderly ladies. *How to help:* Donate dresses and accessories. *March – Easter Preparation* Creating Easter evangelism cards for the April outreach. *How to help:* Join the team or sponsor materials. *28 March, #Imagine youth camp:* We take our high school kids on this camp, where they get to grow spiritually through workshops and counselling. *How to help:* You can sponsor a child @R750. You can help with transport. *3 April – Easter Outreach* Join us as we share the Good News in the community. *How to help:* Donate Easter eggs or volunteer. *9 May – Mother’s Day Celebration* A Mother’s Day event to honor moms in our community. *How to help:* Sponsor a table, prepare food, and help decorate. *June / July – Winter Outreach* Supporting our communities during winter. *How to help:* Donate beanies and blankets, join a community outreach, or visit an ECD center and donate warm socks. *9 August – Women’s Day* Honoring and serving community workers. *How to help:* Donate gifts and help us serve the women in our communities that serve non-stop. *5 September – Gospel Dancing Outreach* Sharing the Gospel through dance. *How to help:* Donate picnic bags with goodies for children, attend the event, and be inspired. *November* – *Noddy Show* A special outing for our little ones. *How to help:* Assist with transport or volunteer as a “mommy” for the evening. *21 November – Grade 7 Graduation* Celebrating Grade 7 learners. *How to help:* Donate gifts, decorate tables, or volunteer to make the day special. *28 November – Year-End Celebration* (Goedeverwachting) A memorable year-end outreach and celebration. *How to help:* Help find sponsors for food parcels and meals, volunteer, or serve as group or station leaders. *December Toy Drive:* We collect old and new toys to serve 4000 children in the Helderberg area. *How to help:* collect and donate toys, volunteer during the outreach program. *Other ways to get involved and serve:* 1. Become part of a youth group and help make meals and pack snacks for youth group meetings. 2. Serve every month with a group while doing street ministry 3. Sponsor a group or a youth leadership program financially. 4. Volunteer as an assistant teacher at one of the local pre-schools during our literacy classes. 5. Become a fundraiser and see how your efforts and inputs help thousands of kids every year.
Our expert team of Directors
Hettie Orffer
MADRI SCHUCH
ALMERO GREYBY
LIEZEL MCLENNAN
ASHWIN THEUNISSEN
MARIA
SIPHO
ENGILINE
