The Gauteng Department of Social Development, led by MEC Faith Mazibuko, has commenced the issuing of funding letters for the 2026/27 financial year to NPOs delivering critical social services across the province.
These funding allocations support organisations implementing key programmes within the Victim Empowerment Programme, services for persons with disabilities, homelessness interventions, and HIV and Aids programmes.
The initiative forms part of the department’s ongoing commitment to strengthening partnerships with the NPO sector to improve the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities.
Mazibuko congratulated the organisations and expressed appreciation for their continued dedication and resilience in delivering essential services under often challenging conditions.
“We commend the outstanding work done by our NPO partners, who remain at the forefront of community development, care and support for the most vulnerable.
“Your contribution is invaluable in helping us respond to the needs of the most vulnerable in our society. Together, we can drive meaningful change and restore dignity to those in need,” said Mazibuko.
The MEC emphasised the importance of collaboration between government and civil society, noting that sustainable social development can only be achieved through strong, coordinated partnerships.
The department reassured organisations that were not part of the current tranche that the process of issuing funding letters will continue throughout the week, targeting various sectors, covering additional programmes within the sector.
This phased approach ensures that all qualifying organisations receive the necessary support in line with the department’s mandate to provide comprehensive and inclusive social development services.
Following the issuing of funding letters, the next step will involve the formal signing of Service Level Agreements (SLAs), which will outline roles, responsibilities, amount allocated and breakdown thereof and compliance requirements to ensure effective service delivery.
The department has highlighted the importance of strict adherence to NPO compliance standards, urging organisations to maintain good governance and accountability in the execution of their programmes.
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It highlighted the critical requirement for all personnel involved in service delivery to be properly vetted against the National Register for Sex Offenders and Child Protection Register in order to safeguard beneficiaries, particularly children and other vulnerable groups.
Sam Moimane, chairperson for Tshomolo Care, a centre that renders services for the homeless in Tshwane, expressed jubilation and said: “As the forum, we welcome and appreciate the happy letters from the MEC.
“Congratulations to all successful NPOs in our region. Hard work starts from April 1 as we deliver services to our beneficiaries.
“We hope that there will be engagements with the unsuccessful NPOs, so that they can improve where there are shortcomings.
“The Gauteng Department of Social Development remains committed to working hand-in-hand with its partners to build safer, healthier, and more resilient communities.”
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