OUR INITIATIVES
From weekly outreach efforts to seasonal drives and long-term community support, each initiative reflects our commitment to bringing hope, dignity, and positive change to our community.
Weekly Feedings
Through a weekly feeding scheme, we try to provide hot meals and soft drinks to the homeless and underprivileged families in Cape Town. We receive a fortnightly donation of produce from our partner, the local supermarket PicknPay Observatory, and fundraise the rest. We manage to feed between 100 and 200 people at a time.
Feeding with the team and family 3 December 2024
Feeding our community goes beyond providing food - it is about addressing basic needs with compassion, striving to provide essential items such as clothing, shoes and hygiene products whenever and however possible.
Our Services
OUR Projects 2024/2025
In addition to our weekly feeding program, we have a range of initiatives planned for 2025 to support those in need across various areas. These initiatives aim to provide nourishment and care to diverse groups, including children, adults, and families that need it the most.
This year, we have partnered up with the local supermarket PicknPay Observatory to enhance our community outreach efforts.
28 January 2025
STATIONARY DrivE:
Empowering education
In South Africa, the new school year begins in January, and for many underprivileged and homeless children, starting school without the necessary supplies can be a significant barrier to their education. At Moving Forward, we believe that every child deserves the chance to learn with confidence and hope. Our Stationery Drive is dedicated to equipping these young learners with essential school supplies such as pens, pen cases, notebooks, rulers, and more. With the support of PicknPay Observatory, we are collecting and donating these items to distribute to two local schools in January 2025.
End December 2024
X-Mas Drive:
Giving back
This holiday season, join Moving Forward in bringing smiles and support to underprivileged individuals in our community through our Santa Shoe bag drive.
We are collecting goods at PicknPay Observatory to create thoughtful gifts filled with essential hygiene items and some treats together with a hot meal and soft drink. Each bag is carefully packed by hand with love by our dedicated team in South Africa. It’s a holiday gesture that not only brightens lives but also embodies the spirit of kindness and appreciation for those who need it most.
June/July 2025
Blanket Drive.
Keeping CApe Town warm
The last winter in Cape Town was especially brutal, with relentless cold winds and heavy rains that made life for the homeless and underprivileged even more difficult. To help ease the impact of this harsh weather, we are launching a blanket drive to provide warmth and comfort to those in the need most.
Through this initiative, we aim to distribute blankets to underprivileged and homeless individuals across Cape Town, offering them some protection from the cold. We are also working on a local collaboration that would help us provide self-knitted hats, gloves and socks to our community. Fingers crossed!
December 2025
SANTA SHOE BOXES
SHARING DIGNITY & LOVE
We want to repeat our X-Mas drive initiatives next year and additionally serve all the organizations and their employees that we work together. This initiative not only brightens lives but also embodies the true spirit of kindness and appreciation for those who need it most, including the lonely elderly, forgotten disabled children and adults, children at Dance Movement Therapy, and the uplifting efforts at GSCID, among many others.
"Together, we’re making a difference—one meal, one gesture, and one life at a time."
Joëlle Kistler
Our Partner Organizations
Our partners share our commitment to uplifting and supporting vulnerable communities. Each organization provides essential services—whether through healthcare, social development, or therapeutic programs—that align with our values of compassion and care. We support the organizations with feeding, distribution of basic hygiene products and whatever need we can help with. By working together, we aim to enhance the well-being of those in need and contribute to building a stronger, more resilient community.
GSCID
Groote Schuur Community Improvement District
The (GSCID) is dedicated to enhancing the public environment in Cape Town.
Their primary focus areas include:
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Security: Implementing measures to reduce crime and create a safer public environment for residents, businesses, and visitors.
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Social Development: Assisting homeless individuals through rehabilitation and job placement programs, contributing to social upliftment within the community.
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Urban Renewal and Regeneration: Improving the overall aesthetic appeal of the area through various urban development initiatives.
2025
Healing through dancing
District Six
Community Health Centre
The District Six Community Health Centre in Cape Town provides essential healthcare services to underprivileged communities in and around the city.
This facility offers a range of services:
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Primary Healthcare: Treating general health issues and managing chronic diseases.
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Women’s Health: Family planning, antenatal care, and reproductive health services.
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Mental Health Support: Addressing emotional and psychological well-being.
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Wound Care and Minor Procedures: Including treatments for injuries and minor surgical needs.
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Pharmacy Services: Supplying medications for ongoing care.
By addressing critical health needs, the centre plays a vital role in improving the well-being of individuals and families in Cape Town, ensuring accessible and compassionate care for everyone.
2025
Healing through dancing
Cape town
Aquarius Health Care in Cape Town provides transitional and palliative care for patients who need additional support while recovering. Located within Lentegeur Psychiatric Hospital, they help individuals move from hospital care to home by offering a safe and nurturing environment for recovery. By focusing on rehabilitation and quality of life, Aquarius Health Care plays a vital role in easing the burden on hospitals while ensuring patients receive the care they need during this critical phase of healing.
2025
Healing through dancing
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Dance Movement Therapy
Cape Town
We believe in the transformative power of creative and holistic approaches to health and well-being. Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) is a natural extension of our mission to foster healing and empowerment in the communities we serve.
DMT is a holistic practice that blends physical movement with therapeutic techniques to address emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being. It enables individuals to explore and express themselves through the language of movement, creating space for healing and personal growth.
2025
Healing through dancing