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South Africa stands on the brink of salvation—or catastrophe (Economist, June 2024)
As we read headlines like this, we have to acknowledge that we stand at a crossroads as South Africans, and we must make a choice.
The choice is to standby and do nothing, as our communities are ravaged by crime, our unemployment rates sky rocket beyond their current 32%, and 27% of our nation’s children under the age of five face deeper levels of food insecurity and malnutrition. But we know that’s not what South African’s do.
We roll up our sleeves and get involved – doing what we can, with what we have, to see our Mzansi dream become a reality. This may look different for every person, but the key is to get involved, and TOGETHER build a better future – one town at a time.
Let’s make the choice today to join the movement for positive change, and here’s how…
Become A Partner
Become a Collaborator
Become an Activist
Become an Investor
BECOME A PARTNER
Looking to startup a non-profit organisation that implements the Love Cities four-part approach to sustainable community development? Becoming a Love Cities Partner will give you the start-up support needed to implement tried-and-tested models for community development, embracing the full bouquet of support, training, resources and strategic partnerships offered by the network. These Partners provide the strategic platform for co-ordinated social impact efforts in a particular geographical region.
HOW TO BECOME A PARTNER
Complete the ‘Partner – Expression of Interest Form’
Attend a one-on-one online meeting to meet one of our Love Cities Team Members and gather vital information, get to know each other and establish next steps
Attend an Activation Training, pay required onboarding fees and complete onboarding process
Enjoy the benefits for being a partner and kickstart your community transformation journey.
FEE SCHEDULE
At Love Cities, transparency is at the heart of our partnerships.
You can review all applicable fees and inclusions in our detailed Partner Fee Structure PDF, designed to ensure fairness and clarity for every organization in our network.
BECOME A COLLABORATOR
We understand that there may be some individuals, government bodies, social enterprises, non-profit organisations, businesses, clubs, churches and faith organisations that are already doing great work to improve the quality of life within their communities, and don’t want to implement the Love Cities four step approach to community transformation nor make use of the full bouquet of resources and support offered by the network.
However, these organisations see the need to collaborate, be a part of a bigger story, access greater network opportunities, participate in valuable training opportunities, share resources and contribute to the collective social impact space. For this reason, we invite them to become a Collaborator, at a nominal annual fee.
Participate in joint initiatives, maximize efficiency, and enhance overall effectiveness, with access to additional resources—such as funding, knowledge, human capital, and network
Team and leadership development
Ongoing Training on relevant topics like social media marketing, building strategic partnerships, managing finances, creating sustainability etc, facilitated by Love Cities staff conduct training
Access to a one-hour, monthly online meeting, called ‘Love Cities Co-Lab’ where all Love Cities Partners share stories, seek guidance, inspire each other and facilitate the co-creation of new innovations
Access to a one-hour, monthly online meeting, called ‘Love Cities Leadership Circle’ where all Love Cities Partners receive valuable training from experts in their field, access mentorship opportunities and grow their capacity
Access to standardised policy documents, procedures, guidelines, checklists and various administrative templates
Invitation to Annual Conference and various events
Collaborators will be welcomed into a supportive community of like-minded forward-thinking changemakers and provide organising events to motivate, equip, and uplift them. This will help streamline efforts across pivotal sectors, ensuring optimised resource allocation and maximized impact.
Regular communication on funding opportunities, grant applications and strategic partnerships
Enhanced innovation as diverse perspectives foster creativity and encourage innovative approaches to addressing social issues.
Improved sustainability as network of collaborators can support longer-term initiatives by pooling resources, sharing risks, and building capacity within both the partnership and the community.
Get in touch
CONTACT & INVOLVEMENT INFO
Donation Details
HELP US KEEP IT GOING
VIA EFT
Account Number: 63099848302
Account Name: Love Cities NPC
Bank: First National Bank, Howick
Branch Code: 250655
TAX EXEMPTION
Apply for a Section 18 (a)
Tax Exemption Certificate
VIA ZAPPER
BECOME AN ACTIVIST (LOCAL OR GLOBAL)
Community activists play a crucial role in building a network of social impact partners. Their involvement is vital for fostering grassroots engagement, mobilizing resources, leveraging support, and advocating for change. If you are passionate about being a catalyst for launching a collaborative social impact project in your area or gathering people – then we need you!
Role of Community Activists in Building a Network of Social Impact Projects
BECOME AN INVESTOR
Our vast network of partners and collaborators across the country enable us to help Social Investors to make decisions about where, when, and how their investment can create maximum social impact.
Enable you to join a community of ethical giving, data driven processes, accountable and transparent reporting
Promote Socially Responsible Giving that intentionally consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria in the selection of beneficiaries
Prioritise projects that prove sustainability, demonstrating long-term viability and a commitment to creating lasting change
Provide you with vast media coverage to publish stories of change, promoting the effectiveness of investments in achieving desired outcome and increasing brand visibility
Develop metrics to measure that meaningful change has occurred.
Link you to other investors in a network of support, collaboration and friendship