Welcome to Building the Walls
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The organisation was originally founded by Elaine and Richard Paulse with the help of some community members. Their passion for helping the unfortunate and disadvantaged people within their community soon becomes a full-time responsibility and they were committed to seeing it through.
How it Started
Building the Walls NPO began as a small soup kitchen initiative at Gospel Park Church, aimed at providing meals to vulnerable members of the community, including the frail and elderly, persons living with disabilities, individuals affected by HIV/AIDS and TB, and neglected children.
Due to the rapid growth and increasing demand for support, the initiative was formally registered as a Non-Profit Organisation in 2006. From its inception, the organisation has remained committed to holistic community upliftment, with a strong focus on impacting New Horizons and surrounding communities in meaningful and sustainable ways.
Key Focus Areas
Over more than 20 years of operation, the organisation has remained dedicated to poverty alleviation and the promotion of sustainable livelihoods.
Since 2020, the organisation has refined its strategic focus to better respond to evolving community needs, with emphasis on targeted, high-impact programmes designed to empower vulnerable groups and strengthen long-term resilience
Sustainable Livelihood
Prevention of HIV, TB, STI's and Covid-19
Information and Communication Tech
Our Donors
We are proud to acknowledge and sincerely thank our current donors for their continued support and commitment to our mission. Their contributions make it possible for us to serve vulnerable communities effectively.
Join us in our mission to alleviate poverty and feed a hungry child
Satellites Food Support
Providing food security to over 43 Satellites within the Garden Route of Western Cape Province. Plettenberg Bay to the vulnerable and key population groups that include the following: Disabled, PLHIV/TB Foster and Safe Houses, ECD centres, Frail Care, Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation centre, Churches and Transgender groups extra.
Veggie Garden Project
The Veggie Garden Project is currently on hold until further notice. However, it should remain visible as part of our initiatives, as it remains a key component of our long-term sustainability plans.
Information and Communication Technology Services
We provide the following: Access to internet and email, Provide IT support, Drafting of CVs, Printing, Copying, Scanning and Emailing
Prevention of HIV,TB,STI's and Covid-19
Provide HIV Testing Services, TB and STI screening with existing client base who benefits from food security program HIV, TB and STI Awareness Condom Distribution IEC materiaal Distribution Implement Stigma& Discrimination Reduction Program Conduct Awareness and Education Program on Covid-19 to reduce the spread of the virus.
Feeding Schemes
Food Parcel Distribution
We support vulnerable and 10% of the key population with 500 monthly food parcels working closely with the Westen Cape Health Department and Department of Social Development.
Our Mission
TW will provide a comprehensive package of services that include Food Security, HIV Testing Services, Stigma & Discrimination Reduction and ICT Services in partnership with strategic stakeholders in the Bitou community and surrounds.
Our Vision
Building the Walls will provide a comprehensive package of services that include food security, HIV testing services, stigma and discrimination reduction, and ICT services, in partnership with strategic stakeholders within the Bitou community and surrounding areas
AREAS OF SERVICE
- New Horizons
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- Kwanokutula
- Qolweni
- Cold Stream
- Knysna
- Oudtshoorn
- George
- Covie
- Kranshoek
- Plett South