Anybody can get involved with TPOSA. The abandonment of babies is a socio-economic phenomenon that affects all walks of life and impacts heavily on our country. Everyone CAN make a difference.
YOU CAN: Get involved by opening your home...
We always need more Place of Safety parents. If you are blessed with a loving heart, adequate resources to look after a child and a supportive network of friends and family, please contact us for more information.
YOU CAN: Get involved by contributing financially…it is as easy as 1, 2, 3
The Place of Safety or Foster Care family has to carry the emotional burden, but you can help to carry the financial burden by making a donation or signing a debit order.
ONE : Donate RIGHT NOW by sending an SMS
To make a donation sms HELP to 42137 (R30/SMS )
* Terms & Conditions: This service is available for all networks, Premium Rates Apply - Free SMSs do not apply. Network Operator fees and administration fees will be deducted from amounts paid. When you donate you allow us to send you updates / marketing material. Bill payers' permission required. Each SMS to 42137 is R30.00 All prices include VAT. Errors are billed.
TWO : Sign a monthly debit order from as little at R50
Please download, complete and sign a debit order and fax it to our offices: 012 - 343 8653. The less concern a family has about resources the more effectively they can focus on the emotional care of the children in their care.
THREE : Donate straight into our bank account:
Bank: Standard Bank
Account name: Tshwane Place of Safety Association
Account type: Current
Bank account no: 01278128 2
Branch code: 012345
Swift code: SBZAZAJJ (for use by international donors)
Bank address: Menlyn - P O Box 61614 Marshalltown 2107
FOUR : We have an extensive needs list from where you might also be able to pick items that you would like to donate or are able to offer us preferential, discounted rates through your company.
Needs List:
* Premature & Newborn baby clothes are always a desperate need
* Summer and winter / Boys and girls clothing needed
* Please donate shoes, blankets, curtains, bedding, carpets and food
Baby & Toddler Needs:
| * Baby bottles (small and large) * Dummies and teats (NUK, Avent, Nuby and/or other) * Baby mugs & cups * Porridge bowls and spoons * Baby bags * Wrapping / receiving blankets * Toys in working condition |
* Baby towels & face cloths * Toothbrushes * Nail scissors * Cotton nappies * Hair brushes * Children's Bibles & Books |
Equipment:
| * Snug & Safe baby chairs * Car & Booster seats * Cots (standard and camping) * Carrycots * Baby prams (also twin prams) * Bottle sterilizing units (any kind) * Nebulizers * Humidifiers |
* Baby baths * Baby gyms * Mobiles * Walking rings * Thermometers * Apneoa mattresses * Baby monitors * High Chairs |
Consumable Items:
| * Disposable nappies (all sizes needed) * Wet wipes * Formula Milk (Nestlé,Wyeth, Infacare) * Bottled baby food (Purity) * Baby cereal |
* Baby toiletries such as: Shampoo, Bubble |
Donations of any kind are very welcome. Food and toiletries are extremely welcome. We gladly accept second hand clothing, baby furniture and equipment, as well as toys - if these items are still in a good condition.
Kindly contact Almie to arrange for collection.
