Every Act of Kindness Changes a Life
Whether you give your time, your skills, your goods, or your financial support — every contribution goes directly to the children in our care. Here’s how you can make your mark.
OUR NEEDS
What Our Children Need Right Now
Our homes run on the generosity of people who care. Beyond financial donations, there are everyday items that make an enormous difference to the lives of the children in our care. Below is our current needs list for each home — if you can help with any of these items, please get in touch or drop them off directly.
Items can be dropped off at St. George’s Home in Kempton Park, St. Nicolas Home in Sophiatown, or our Head Office in Bedfordview.
St. George's Home (Kempton Park)
- Gas cylinder (9kg) x1
- Padlocks x5
- Brooms x10 & Mops x10
- Door mats x2
- Skipping ropes x23
- Office chairs x5
- Lockable steel cabinets x4
- Netball skirts x15
- Lounge suites x2
- Blender x1 & Deep fryer x1
- Projector and screen x1
- Pyjama sets x16
- Casual clothing (winter & summer) for 16 young people
- Door handles x5
- Board games
- Food items (non-perishable)
St. Nicolas Home (Sophiatown)
- Lounge suites x2
- Dining room suites x2
- Bedroom cupboards x15
- Bedroom and lounge curtains
- Bed sheets x15 & Bed covers x15
- School uniforms x15
- Casual clothing (winter & summer)
- Shoes (sneakers, sandals, slippers) x15 pairs
- Kettles x3 & Irons x3
- Food items (non-perishable)
VOLUNTEER
Volunteering at COACH is one of the most direct ways you can impact the lives of vulnerable children. You don’t need special qualifications — just a willingness to show up, engage, and care. Our children benefit enormously from positive interactions with adults who invest time in them.
Whether you spend a Saturday afternoon, arrange a group volunteer day with your colleagues, or commit to a regular weekly slot — every hour counts.
Ways You Can Volunteer
With the Children
- Tutoring for primary and high school students
- Computer lessons
- Cooking and baking lessons
- Teaching sports activities
- Storytelling sessions
- Arts and crafts
- Cook lunch for the children
- Donate a cake for a child’s birthday
Around the Homes
- Help with painting at the homes
- Maintain the food garden and general garden areas
- Assist with IT needs
LEAVE A BEQUEST
A Gift That Outlives You
For over 100 years, COACH has depended on the generosity of people who believed that every child deserves a chance. A bequest — a gift left through your Will — is one of the most profound ways you can extend that belief beyond your own lifetime. It costs nothing today, but makes an immeasurable difference to the children of tomorrow.
Under South African legislation, a bequest to a charitable organisation is exempt from Estate Duty, meaning it also offers a meaningful way to reduce the tax burden on your estate.
Types of Bequests
General Bequest
A specific amount, a particular asset, or a fixed percentage of your estate designated to COACH.
Specific Bequest
A particular item or property bequeathed for a designated purpose — for example, furniture donated directly to one of our homes.
Residuary Bequest
The residue of your assets after all other conditions of your Will have been satisfied.
Contingency Bequest
A portion of your estate left to COACH if your named beneficiary does not survive you.
What is a Bequest?
A bequest is a gift from your estate to a charitable organisation, made through your last Will and Testament. By naming COACH as a beneficiary, you ensure that your legacy continues to provide safety, healing, and opportunity to vulnerable children long after you are gone.
How to Include COACH in Your Will
If you already have a Will
You can add COACH as a beneficiary through a codicil — a simple legal addition to your existing Will that does not require rewriting the entire document. A codicil must be signed and witnessed by two people. We recommend discussing any changes with your attorney or financial advisor.
If you don’t yet have a Will
Now is a good time to start. Make an appointment with your attorney or financial advisor, who will guide you through the process and ensure your wishes are clearly and legally documented.