The Fathers Heart Community Development

Padel for a Purpose: A Heartfelt Thank You!

What a wonderful day of padel, connection and community spirit in support of The Father’s Heart Community Development.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Timothy Taylor, Padel Story, all the generous sponsors, players and everyone who supported the Summer Margarita Padel Tournament.

Your generosity and willingness to come together for a good cause mean so much to us. Every contribution helps us continue supporting vulnerable children, young people and families through programmes that nurture potential, strengthen families and create opportunities for brighter futures.

We are so grateful to everyone who helped make this event a success. Thank you

Young Heart, Big Impact: Thank You, Jayden!

A massive thank you to Jayden Bartman, Junior City Council member, who took the initiative to organise and coordinate an entire fundraising event in support of The Father’s Heart Community Development.

Jayden is in Grade 10 and has shown remarkable leadership, initiative and a genuine heart for making a difference. We are incredibly proud of what he has achieved and deeply humbled that he chose to support our mission in such a meaningful way.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to all the entertainers, supporters and everyone who gave their time and talents to make the event possible. Your generosity helps us continue our work with vulnerable children, young people and families.

Jayden, your willingness to step up, bring people together and use your talents to serve others is truly inspiring. Thank you for believing in our mission and being part of the work we do. We wish you every success as you pursue your dreams and future career. May this be just the beginning of a journey filled with purpose, opportunity and many more lives touched along the way!

Thank you for reminding us that you are never too young to make a difference. ❤️

#TheFathersHeart #YouthLeadership #CommunityWithHeart #MakingADifference

Long-Term Strategic Partner – Swiss Re visits Fisantekraal

We recently had the privilege of welcoming Swiss Re, one of our valued long-term strategic partners, to Fisantekraal for an on-site visit with The Father’s Heart.

Moments like these are deeply meaningful, as they create space for our partners to connect with the work on the ground—meeting the young people whose lives are being impacted and witnessing firsthand the long-term difference their investment is making in vulnerable communities.

A highlight of the visit was the opportunity to walk the land where we will soon break ground on the Fisantekraal Child & Youth Development Centre. This milestone represents a significant step forward in expanding access to support, resources, and opportunities for children and families in the area.

Swiss Re’s commitment to advancing access to high quality education and shaping brighter futures is creating meaningful, lasting change. We are incredibly grateful for your partnership and your continued investment in the lives of the children we serve.

Buy a Brick, Build a Future: Help Shape the Fisantekraal Child & Youth Development Centre

In 2020, The Father’s Heart launched the Buy a Brick, Build a Future campaign to help secure land for the Fisantekraal Child & Youth Development Centre?

Each brick purchased has carried far more than just a name—it represents belief, hope, and a shared commitment to the future of vulnerable children. Every sponsor will have their name written onto a brick, forming part of the very foundation of this life-changing Centre.

Today, that vision is becoming a reality.

As we prepare to break ground, we look forward to personally laying their bricks and standing on the very soil they helped secure and contributing to something that will serve generations to come. If you haven’t yet taken part, there is still time to become part of this lasting legacy.

For individuals and organisations purchasing 100 bricks or more, names will be engraved on a dedicated honour roll, proudly displayed in the future reception area of the Centre.

🧱 Buy a Brick.
🏗 Build a Future.
🌱 Leave a Legacy.

How to get involved:

Purchase your brick online: https://pos.snapscan.io/qr/qNFlvOsi
Or via EFT using your name & “LTF” as a reference

Banking Details:
The Fathers Heart Community Development NPC
First National Bank
Account Number: 62832273073
Branch Code: 210835
Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ

Together, we are building hope and creating a legacy—one brick at a time.

Timothy Taylor Padel Invitational Cup raising funds for vulnerable children

It was an incredible day of sport, generosity, and community impact at the Timothy Taylor Padel Invitational Cup, hosted at Padel Story.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Timothy Taylor for nominating The Father’s Heart as the beneficiary of this meaningful event. Through the collective generosity of the padel community, a phenomenal amount of funds was raised via the event auction—directly supporting the care and development of orphaned and vulnerable children.

We are deeply grateful to every sponsor who contributed prizes, helping make the auction such a success, and to all the players who donated clothing, toys and fresh produce towards our Currency & Nutritional Program. These contributions go far beyond the day itself—they provide dignity, opportunity, and practical support to the children and families we serve.

Events like the Timothy Taylor Padel Invitational Cup highlight the power of partnership and purpose-driven collaboration. Your belief in our work and your investment in long-term impact make a tangible difference in building stronger, more resilient communities.

Thank you for helping to change lives —one opportunity at a time. ❤️

Enter our competition and win big

To enter the competition for a chance to win with The Fathers Heart, complete your payment below and your contact details to secure your ticket entry.

Rules of the Competition:

This Competition is open to anyone 18 years and over, except for paid staff members of The Fathers Heart Community Development, and Governance Board Members
One prize will be awarded and will be drawn by a member of the Board.
All Prize draws will be officiated by a senior representative of The Fathers Heart Community Development.
The draw will take place no later than 20th December 2025 for paid ticket entries received by the closing date of 14th December at midnight.
All winners will be announced and awarded by 20^th December 2025
There is no limit to the number of tickets an individual can enter to increase their chances of winning
Each ticket will be entered into the draw.
The Prize Draw outcome will be published in the newsletter and website
All prizes are tax-free and a tax certificate may not be issued for competition entries
If prize winner does not come forward to collect within one week of being notified, a new prize winner will be drawn and notified.
To be eligible for entry in the competition each ticket attracts a minimum donation of R20
Unidentified donations will not be allocated ticket numbers or entered into the Draw
Participation in the competition and acceptance of any prize (if you are the winner) is subject to acceptance of the terms & conditions set out
Society Lottery Scheme is registered with National Lotteries Commission (Reg No. 00472/02)

Driving Change: The Father’s Heart Benefits from Just Property Prosper Charity Golf Day

In May, The Father’s Heart Community Development had the honour of being the official beneficiary of the Just Property Prosper Annual Charity Golf Day—an event where every swing carried both heart and purpose.

The day brought together an inspiring mix of golf enthusiasts, renewable energy leaders, local businesses, and community champions, all united by a shared mission to make a difference. The fairways were filled with camaraderie, laughter, and meaningful connections, creating an atmosphere as uplifting as it was competitive.

Thanks to the generosity of attendees and sponsors, the event raised essential funds to support our ongoing work in transforming the lives of orphan and vulnerable families in our care in Fisantekraal.

We extend our deepest gratitude to:

Just Property Prosper – our main event sponsor, for making the day possible.
Wet hole sponsors – Impower Pty Ltd, Solar MD, and Heyns and Partners Inc & Dynamic Property Rentals– whose support added energy, fun, and generosity to the occasion.

A special shoutout also goes to our MC, PG Engelbrecht, for keeping spirits high and the laughs coming during the prize-giving ceremony.

Thank you to everyone who participated, sponsored, donated, and cheered us on. Every rand raised is helping to provide education, care and psychosocial support to the most vulnerable. Thank you for giving us a mulligan, so we can help shape better futures for the children of Fisantekraal.

Brights Hardware: Building a Brighter Future with The Father’s Heart

Our journey with Brights Hardware has been one of vision, commitment, and community transformation. As one of our longest-standing partners, Brights has supported The Father’s Heart from the very beginning—and their impact continues to grow.

Recently, we had the honour of welcoming a few groups of Brights Hardware staff members to our centre in Fisantekraal. This visit was more than just a tour—it was a powerful opportunity for hands-on involvement and connection.

The team joined us in:

Sitting in on a mentorship class with the incredible moms in our program,
Engaging with our online school students,
Assisting one of our Consumer Studies students with a practical component of her curriculum.

Their final stop was a visit to the future site of the Fisantekraal Child & Youth Development Centre, where we shared our bold vision for the next phase of community upliftment. It was a moment of inspiration—showing how long-term partnerships like this one are sowing into the lives of vulnerable children for generations to come.

A Simple Way to Make a Lasting Impact

Brights is making it easy for everyday South Africans to join the mission. Through their R2 for Change Campaign, customers can add just R2 to their total at checkout—a small amount with big potential to transform lives.

To put it into perspective: for the cost of just two grande cappuccinos, you could help change the future of a vulnerable child in our community.

💳 Want to go even further?
Click the link to sign up for a R100 monthly debit order or find your nearest Brights Store to support the campaign in person.

We’re incredibly thankful to Brights Hardware—not just for their financial contributions, but for their willingness to step in, get involved, and walk this journey of transformation with us.

Together, we’re building more than just structures—we’re building futures.

Join our 100’s Club

Thank you for your commitment of just R100 (or more) via monthly giving to restore hope and transform futures of the most vulnerable of children. You can complete your membership in the following ways below:

Click to download form below, complete, sign and email back to:partner@thefathersheart.org.za

Option 1: Make a donation via Payfast below:

Option 2: Sign up with a Monthly Debit Order

Download Debit Order Form

100% of the recurring gift will go towards the children we serve. Please complete form, sign and email back to partner@thefathersheart.org.za

Option 3: For International Donors

Make a monthly donation via PayPal

Thank you for joining the club and making a difference!

Impact a life this tax season

To make a contribution to The Father's Heart, you can do so via the following ways below:

Make a donation via Payfast below:

Make a donation via PayPal I Make a donation via Snapscan

To make a direct deposit:

Account Holder: The Fathers Heart Community Development NPC
Bank: First National Bank
Account Number: 62832273073
Branch Code: 210835
Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ
Reference: Your Name & Contact Number

Please send your payment confirmation, physical address, contact details and request for your Section 18A certificate to partner@thefathersheart.org.za following your donation.

Thank you for making a difference and changing lives!

Category: Fundraising