Community Upliftment

WALK IN FAITH is a registered NPO (Reg 174-466 NPO) and a PBO (Public Benefit Organisation) dedicated to feeding and clothing the needy, with a focus on households with children, the elderly, the disabled, and other vulnerable community members.

We currently provide food parcels, sanitary items, stationery, clothing, medication, and other essentials to over 40 families in need. In partnership with Richards Bay Family Care, SAPS, local schools, churches, the Zululand Observer, and other support organisations, we work to address challenges that impact emotional and physical well-being — including unemployment, substance abuse, gambling, and domestic violence.

To identify families and children in need, we rely on guidance from community members and a dedicated team of volunteers. Cases are typically reported directly to our chairwoman and founder, Merinda Ackerman, and investigated with the family’s consent. Investigations include home visits, interviews, and background checks, ensuring each situation is carefully assessed. Serious cases, such as those requiring child protection, are referred to the appropriate authorities.

Recognising the strain on state-subsidised institutions and limited safe spaces, we strive to keep families together wherever possible, under the supervision of trained social workers, counsellors, and police. We also connect families with employment opportunities, aiming to restore independence and economic participation. Our ultimate goal is not to create dependence, but to empower families to regain stability, self-reliance, and hope for the future.

For More Info Contact:
Merinda Ackerman
(+27)815382331