Driving change through compassionate action
​IIWC’s charity initiatives are guided by a commitment to sustainable, impactful support. Our careful selection process evaluates each partnership against core criteria, ensuring accountability and continuous engagement. From assisting vulnerable groups to supporting community upliftment, your involvement drives meaningful impact.
Mdzananda Animal Clinic
Mdzananda Animal Clinic began in 1996 when Mr Jo, a Khayelitsha resident, started washing and feeding pets in his community with just a bucket and trolley. His compassion inspired volunteers, and with international funding, the project grew into a fully registered, non-profit animal clinic that now treats up to 1,000 pets each month. From a single shipping container to a permanent facility, Mdzananda remains a vital part of the community.
The Message Trust,
South Africa
The IIWC recently partnered with The Message Trust South Africa, an NPO that began with prison ministry in Cape Town and has grown into a dynamic support network for at-risk youth and ex-offenders. Through after-school programmes, life skills training, and faith-based mentorship, it offers young people a safe space to grow. The Trust also runs Gangstar Café, South Africa’s first coffee shop employing ex-offenders, helping them rebuild their lives through training and meaningful work.
Percy Bartley House
Percy Bartley House, founded in 1951 as Christopher House, has long provided a safe haven for young men seeking support with education and employment. Renamed in honour of its founder, Percy Foxwell Bartley, it became independent from City Mission in 2007 and now focuses on supporting boys aged 10 to 18 in line with the Children’s Act. Many former residents return to share how the home helped change their lives.
Saartjie Baartman Centre
The Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children (SBCWC) is a one-stop centre supporting women and children who are survivors of abuse. With a vision of a safe, just society, the centre empowers individuals to reclaim their rights and rebuild their lives in dignity and security.
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The Message Trust,
South Africa
The IIWC recently partnered with The Message Trust South Africa, an NPO that began with prison ministry in Cape Town and has grown into a dynamic support network for at-risk youth and ex-offenders. Through after-school programmes, life skills training, and faith-based mentorship, it offers young people a safe space to grow. The Trust also runs Gangstar Café, South Africa’s first coffee shop employing ex-offenders, helping them rebuild their lives through training and meaningful work.
Percy Bartley House
Percy Bartley House, founded in 1951 as Christopher House, has long provided a safe haven for young men seeking support with education and employment. Renamed in honour of its founder, Percy Foxwell Bartley, it became independent from City Mission in 2007 and now focuses on supporting boys aged 10 to 18 in line with the Children’s Act. Many former residents return to share how the home helped change their lives.