Uplift Khayelitsha Through Community Center
Donation protected
SLE-Farming in cooperation with Moya We Khaya humbly presents this call for funding.
The Moya We Khaya farm is a community garden based in the township of Khayelitsha, Cape Town. The garden is a co-operative led by elderly women from different walks of life who came together for one common objective: the improvement of their community. The garden plants a variety of seasonal organic vegetables that are sold to local restaurants, community members, or through regularly held market days.
Moya We Khaya is more than just a farm. It’s more than just fresh organic vegetables. It’s dedicated, generous and community-oriented women who have worked their entire lives to better their community of Khayelitsha. They see the needs of their people, and work to provide solutions.
As the farm grew and more people from the community got involved in gardening, the need for a pack shed arose. A pack shed is a place where local farmers can properly clean and prepare their vegetables before selling them. However, the women stretched it further, birthing the idea of a community centre to benefit more of the community. They named it Hlumani, meaning “grow” in English, for a future of growth and prosperity. For this dream to become a reality, we need your help.
The centre will serve as a packing station and market for vegetables on the one hand, and as a cultural meeting place for Khayelitsha on the other. Other basic needs such as bathrooms and storage are also met.
Every part of Hlumani has been crafted with sustainability and community in mind, from the use of solar power and rainwater, to the multi-purpose rooms where the community can meet. Furthermore, it strengthens links between local farmers and vendors, creating a viable market for further growth. Therein, other persistent issues such as youth unemployment are alleviated.
Hlumani will be a place to gather for everyone. To eat, to speak, to connect.
Help us grow! Make Hlumani a reality.
Your contributions will be used for...
Tools and resources for the existing farm such as
・Hydroponic system
・Tunnels
・Compost
・A borehole for water
Begin preparations for the building of Hlumani in the form of
・Turn temporary lease of land into permanent ownership
・Building permits
・Materials
・Hiring of planners and construction companies
These are all vital resources that will allow the Khayelitsha community to prosper.
As a thank you for your donations we are happy to provide some perks:
For a donation of 8,000 rands (500 €) or more:
Get your name on the wall!
As a thank you for helping us build Hlumani, your name will be put on the building blocks of our designated donor wall. You can also inscribe something else, in honor of a loved one, a thinker that has inspired you, or an important message.
For a donation of 10,000 rands (600 €) or more:
Name a section of Hlumani!
As a thank you for your generous donation, you will be able to name a room or section of the Hlumani building. Put your own mark on the meeting room, the living quarters, or the soup kitchen. The possibilities are endless! The biggest donations will be rewarded with first selection.
Receive branding rights for future markets at Moya
At future garden markets held at Moya We Khaya, get branding rights! You can put up posters, have branded content... There are endless possibilities! Please contact us for more information.
Domestic perks (Cape Town area only)
For a donation of 2000 rands (120 €) or more:
Get a basket of fresh vegetables delivered to your door!
Enjoy the fruits of your contribution, with some seasonal organic vegetables and herbs right from the farm. We’ll send it to you at your convenience.
For a donation of 5000 rands (300 €) or more:
Get 3 baskets of fresh vegetables delivered to your door!
Enjoy the fruits of your contribution, with some seasonal organic vegetables and herbs right from the farm. We’ll send it to you at your convenience.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions on the implementation and planning of Hlumani, or specifics on the use of funds.
Check out Moya We Khaya's facebook page here for more information.
The Moya We Khaya farm is a community garden based in the township of Khayelitsha, Cape Town. The garden is a co-operative led by elderly women from different walks of life who came together for one common objective: the improvement of their community. The garden plants a variety of seasonal organic vegetables that are sold to local restaurants, community members, or through regularly held market days.
Moya We Khaya is more than just a farm. It’s more than just fresh organic vegetables. It’s dedicated, generous and community-oriented women who have worked their entire lives to better their community of Khayelitsha. They see the needs of their people, and work to provide solutions.
As the farm grew and more people from the community got involved in gardening, the need for a pack shed arose. A pack shed is a place where local farmers can properly clean and prepare their vegetables before selling them. However, the women stretched it further, birthing the idea of a community centre to benefit more of the community. They named it Hlumani, meaning “grow” in English, for a future of growth and prosperity. For this dream to become a reality, we need your help. The centre will serve as a packing station and market for vegetables on the one hand, and as a cultural meeting place for Khayelitsha on the other. Other basic needs such as bathrooms and storage are also met. Every part of Hlumani has been crafted with sustainability and community in mind, from the use of solar power and rainwater, to the multi-purpose rooms where the community can meet. Furthermore, it strengthens links between local farmers and vendors, creating a viable market for further growth. Therein, other persistent issues such as youth unemployment are alleviated. Hlumani will be a place to gather for everyone. To eat, to speak, to connect. Help us grow! Make Hlumani a reality.Your contributions will be used for...
Tools and resources for the existing farm such as
・Hydroponic system
・Tunnels
・Compost
・A borehole for water
Begin preparations for the building of Hlumani in the form of
・Turn temporary lease of land into permanent ownership
・Building permits
・Materials
・Hiring of planners and construction companies
These are all vital resources that will allow the Khayelitsha community to prosper.
As a thank you for your donations we are happy to provide some perks:
For a donation of 8,000 rands (500 €) or more:
Get your name on the wall!
As a thank you for helping us build Hlumani, your name will be put on the building blocks of our designated donor wall. You can also inscribe something else, in honor of a loved one, a thinker that has inspired you, or an important message.
For a donation of 10,000 rands (600 €) or more:
Name a section of Hlumani!
As a thank you for your generous donation, you will be able to name a room or section of the Hlumani building. Put your own mark on the meeting room, the living quarters, or the soup kitchen. The possibilities are endless! The biggest donations will be rewarded with first selection.
Receive branding rights for future markets at Moya
At future garden markets held at Moya We Khaya, get branding rights! You can put up posters, have branded content... There are endless possibilities! Please contact us for more information.
Domestic perks (Cape Town area only)
For a donation of 2000 rands (120 €) or more:
Get a basket of fresh vegetables delivered to your door!
Enjoy the fruits of your contribution, with some seasonal organic vegetables and herbs right from the farm. We’ll send it to you at your convenience.
For a donation of 5000 rands (300 €) or more:
Get 3 baskets of fresh vegetables delivered to your door!
Enjoy the fruits of your contribution, with some seasonal organic vegetables and herbs right from the farm. We’ll send it to you at your convenience.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any further questions on the implementation and planning of Hlumani, or specifics on the use of funds.
Check out Moya We Khaya's facebook page here for more information.
Fundraising team: SLE-Farming (2)
Norbert Kuntz
Organizer
Cape Town, South Africa
Rebecca Sunnerås Jonsson
Team member
