NPOs in Plettenberg Bay
Plett Tourism encourages interaction with NPOs in the Plettenberg Bay region.
To facilitate this we have listed a number of NPOs below. If you are part of an NPO or know of one that isn’t listed, please email somila@pletttourism.com to have it added to the list.
WELFARE NPOs IN PLETT

Masizame aims to empower vulnerable children and their families by providing quality intervention services with the goal that children reach their full potential and become responsible contributing members of their communities.
044 533 6640

The PlettAid Foundation aims to uplift the quality of life of the Bitou communities by promoting health literacy and wellbeing for all, and providing home-based palliative care and support for those living with life limiting illness.
044 533 5616

Born in Africa works to develop well rounded, independent, and successful young adults acting as role models in their communities by providing educational and social support to school going children and young adults from disadvantaged areas in Bitou, South Africa.
082 857 2345

Tebelo Lighthouse is thrilled to introduce its learner support programme. This after-school initiative focuses on improving literacy skills for students in a safe and nurturing environment. The programme is particularly beneficial for learners who require additional attention beyond regular school hours. Through these sessions, students can access academic support in reading and writing.
083 625 3755

Adopt a Swimmer teaches swimming and water safety to children from underprivileged backgrounds.
The programme’s goal is to save lives and build confidence in children through swimming.
082 452 2248

The Bitou Education Foundation provides resources to enrich teaching and learning, and,inspires learning and enhances opportunities for all learners in the Bitou community.
079 522 8204

New Beginnings – empowering abandoned and vulnerable children by providing quality education and a safe home environment with the goal that they reach their full potential and become responsible and contributing members of their communities.
044 533 6378
044 533 4430

The Sabrina Love Foundation aims to transform the lives of all children with disabilities by providing holistic care, world-class therapy and inclusive educational opportunities ensuring their optimal physical, cognitive and socio-emotional development.
078 803 8978
Empowering future change-makers through surfing and education. Our mission is to promote and encourage the inclusive growth of surfing across South Africa, breaking down barriers to entry and providing opportunities for all.
072 355 8387 / 060 793 8129
ENVIONMENTAL NPOs IN PLETT
Plettenberg Bay Environmental Forum
The mission of the PBEF is to promote the constitutional rights of our people through the promotion of conservation and sustainable development and the creation of environmental awareness and education initiatives, whilst uplifting the livelihoods of the community.
082 322 2209

Cape Nature manages and protects the natural environment in the Western Cape.
087 087 9262
The Strandloper Project conducts research on ocean pollution, fishing debris, and reef health.
082 213 5931
The foundation’s mission is to create diverse representation in the ocean, which can lead to more inclusive and healthy oceans for future generations
079 898 6646

Mission Blue – World Hope Spot: Plett
Mission Blue promotes public awareness and support for ocean conservation.
072 630 8906
The Orca Foundation’s mission is to raise awareness and interest in marine conservation issues facing Plettenberg Bay, to support applied research that informs management authorities with scientific advice when making decisions concerning the conservation of local marine species, and to expose volunteers to local marine research, conservation and community education projects.
083 625 3755

SANParks manages a network of national parks to preserve South Africa’s natural and cultural heritage, promoting conservation at the local, national, and international levels.
012 428 9111
Whale Heritage Area Plettenberg Bay
The Whale Heritage Area works to protect cetaceans and their habitats through global collaboration.
087 087 3937

Plett Stranding Network
Plett Stranding Network assists and rescues stranded marine animals, including cetaceans, seals, birds and turtles when reported on Plett beaches.
079 463 4837
Nature’s Vally Trust enables an integrated stakeholder effort that is proactively involved in issues that involve the environmental resilience of the community.
044 531 6820
Robberg Coastal Corridor Protected Environment
The Mission of RCCPE is to establish, maintain and sustain the critical eco-corridor linking the Garden Route National Park to the Robberg Nature Reserve, situated within the recently declared UNESCO Garden Route Biosphere Reserve.
076 231 5336
Plett Shark Spotters aim to reduce the risk of shark interactions at strategic beaches in Plett through the implementation of an effective early warning system that alerts water users to the presence of potentially dangerous shark species close to shore.
082 336 2979