Brick-by-Brick: Securing a Forever-Home

by The South African Institute of Child and Adolescent Mental Health
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Brick-by-Brick: Securing a Forever-Home
Brick-by-Brick: Securing a Forever-Home
Brick-by-Brick: Securing a Forever-Home

Summary

Our Brick-by-Brick Initiative has a particular goal: to secure a dedicated base from which we can positively impact the lives of over 30,000 young learners in the wider Cape Town areas. This initiative aims to acquire a property that will serve as the central hub for at least 20 low-income schools. The envisioned base will not only provide essential services but also host a community of dedicated practitioners to provide a thriving ecosystem to our learners and schools.

$100,000
total goal
$99,799
remaining
6
donors
0
monthly donors
2
years

Challenge

The absence of dedicated property not only impedes our ability to offer comprehensive support to our schools and learners, but also results in higher operational costs associated with renting. Additionally, our current situation hinders the attraction of volunteers, interns and other professionals, limits the feasibility of in-house training and meetings, and prevents the potential for revenue generation through fee-based training sessions held at a dedicated premises.

Solution

Acquiring a central property will help streamline services for vulnerable youths in the wider Cape Town areas by reducing operational costs and fostering efficiency. The property will serve as a hub to attract volunteers and professionals, conduct in-house training, and host meetings and create a collaborative environment. Additionally, it will open avenues for revenue through fee-based training sessions, ensuring the foundation's sustainability and maximizing our impact.

Long-Term Impact

Acquiring a central property not only enhances immediate educational outcomes but also establishes a sustained environment for long-term community development and empowerment. As the property becomes a perpetual hub for collaboration, training, and meetings, the initiative ensures a lasting legacy of growth. Moreover, the initiative's focus on financial sustainability through revenue generation guarantees continuous effectiveness, allowing the foundation to evolve and extend its positive impact

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Organization Information

The South African Institute of Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape - South Africa
Website:
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Project Leader:
Alison Crosbie
Cape Town , Western Cape South Africa
$201 raised of $100,000 goal
 
6 donations
$99,799 to go
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