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Who we are | What we do | Why we do it

Our Name | Sparrow Society
Sparrows may be small, seemingly insignificant birds; but because of their strength in numbers strategy, they are able to survive famine, droughts and large predators. Sparrow Society is built on this principle of Ubuntu – that we are inextricably linked and when we work together, we can go from merely surviving, to THRIVING!

#BetterTogether
Our Mission | Aid to Empowerment

Moving away from the traditional relief and aid model and into a sustainable and holistic economic empowerment model, our focus is on creating dignifying and viable economic opportunities predominantly for women and youth in Cape Town, South Africa. Sparrow Society provides women a variety of industry job skills & entrepreneurship training and employment opportunities alongside education and social support for women & youth to improve their lives, family, and community. 
Why Women?

Research clearly shows that when women are able to financially sustain themselves,
they are less prone to abuse and exploitation.

Gender Based Violence is a reality that many women in South Africa face. By providing economic opportunities for women, we are restoring the power back into her hands to protect herself, provide for her family, and reach for a better future.

"We are not in the business of creating products. We are in the business of creating options - real options." - Kate Brim, Founder & Managing Director
Our Stories : Real Impact

Playlist

6 Videos
Who are we?
Sparrow Board of Directors

Micealah

Director
Secretary

Ziyanda

Director
HR Mgmt

Kate

Managing
Director

Ayanda

Director
DEI

Dipuo

Director
Risk Mgmt

Andrea

Director
Legal

Leadership team

Xolelwa

Seamstress
Team Leader

Kate

Founder
Managing Director

Teresa

Head of
Partnerships

Rozel

Sewing
Trainer

Micealah

Program
Head

Eva

Cutting Team
Leader

Precious

Quality Check
Team Leader

Charne

Financial
Assistant

Antoni

forever in our hearts
RIP 1990-2021

Mihlali

Youth
Engagement

Leroy

Jacqueline

Production
Supervisor

Nicolette

Power Pads
Team Leader

Shireen

Packing
Manager

Cathy

Training
Assistant

Candice

Social
Auxiliary Worker

Meet the Sparrow Squad

Quality Check Team

Packing Team

Field Team

Cutting Team

Partner with us!

Sparrow Society is a registered non-profit (NPO) and Section 18A approved Public Benefit Organisation (PBO).

Make a one-time donation or become a Monthly Partner

You can also give to a specific project, donate a sewing machine to a SewBoss, or even donate your time/expertise on developing a business lesson for our course.

Individuals and Corporate donations:

Donate Here

If you are a South African tax payer, your donations (of up to 10% of your taxable income) can be claimed back on your annual tax return.

Tax Receipts will be emailed immediately after payment processing if done through one of our forms below. For manual EFT donations, please email POP for certificate. Monthly partners will receive annual tax receipt.

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