Homework and reading
Help children with reading, maths and homework after school.
Volunteer with us
Volunteers bring extra hands, skills and warmth to our work with children. Here is how you can help.
Why volunteers matter
Caring for children takes a lot of people. Volunteers help us do more than a small team could manage alone: an extra adult reading with a child, a meal cooked, a broken gate fixed, a fundraiser organised. Just as important, volunteers show children that the wider community cares about them.
Ways you can help
Kitchen and meals
Help prepare meals or organise food donations.
Maintenance and gardening
Painting, repairs, gardening and keeping the space safe and welcoming.
Fundraising and events
Plan and run events, collections and campaigns.
Admin and communications
Help with filing, social media, writing or photography (following our photo policy).
Professional skills
Social work, health, legal, finance, IT or training — offered on a pro bono basis.
Who can volunteer
- Adults aged 18 or older for any role involving contact with children.
- People who can commit to a regular time, or help with specific events.
- Groups from companies, schools or faith communities for one-off projects such as maintenance days.
- Professionals who want to offer their skills.
Expected commitment
Children need consistency, so for roles with regular contact we ask volunteers to commit to a regular weekly time over several months. Event and project volunteering can be shorter.
Safeguarding requirements
How to apply
Send your application
Fill in the form below. It takes about five minutes.
Have a conversation
We will contact you to talk about your interests, availability and the roles available.
Complete screening
Provide the documents and permissions needed for safeguarding checks and references.
Induction
Learn how we work, our code of conduct and how to raise a concern.
Start volunteering
Begin with a clear role and a named person to support you.
Help us keep children safe
Your support helps Khumbulani Children's Place of Safety care for and protect children in Khayelitsha.