Issue: Aug - Oct 2026
Happenings Happenings Newsletter
We are thrilled to welcome you to the heartwarming pages of our quarterly newsletter. Here at Huis Andrew Murray Child and Youth Care Centre, every day is filled with challenges, but also filled with a lot of laughter, learning and endless love. We invite you to join us in celebrating the small joys and achievements that make every day special.
’n Plek aan die tafel. ’n Plek in jou hart. As jy terug dink aan jou kinderdae is dit dikwels die klein dingetjies wat jy onthou en die mense saam met jy tyd spandeer het, vir ons kinders by Huis Andrew Murray is dit nie altyd vanselfsprekend nie. Ons Vakansieouerprogram bied aan mense uit die gemeenskap die geleentheid om ’n betekenisvolle verhouding met ’n kind in ons sorg te bou. Die doel van die program is om hierdie kinders die geleentheid te gee om deel te wees van ’n gesinsomgewing. Vakansieouers verwelkom ’n kind vir naweke en gedurende skoolvakansies in hulle huis en gesinslewe. Dit gaan egter oor soveel meer as net ’n uitstappie of ’n paar dae weg van die kinderhuis. Dit gaan oor die wonderlike gevoel om te weet daar is nóg iemand wat vir jou omgee en belangstel in jou lewe. Enigiemand uit die gemeenskap is welkom om aansoek te doen om ’n vakansieouer te word. Die proses duur minstens drie maande en sluit die voltooiing van aansoekdokumente, polisieklaring en huisbesoeke in. Die kennismaking begin met kort besoeke en ontmoetingsgeleenthede sodat vertroue geleidelik kan groei voordat naweek en vakansiebesoeke oorweeg word. Ons maatskaplike werkers is deurgaans betrokke om seker te maak dat die proses in die beste belang van die kind verloop. Ons Vakansieouerprogram is ’n geleentheid om deel te word van ’n kind se ondersteuningsnetwerk. Jy hoef nie ’n perfekte gesin, ’n groot huis of al die antwoorde te hê om ’n betekenisvolle rol in ’n kind se lewe te speel nie. Wat ons wel vra, is opregte omgee, geduld en die bereidwilligheid om vir die lang pad betrokke te wees. “Dis so lekker om deel van sy hoogte punte en laagte punte te wees en hom deur sy tienerfase te neem” ‘n huidige vakansieouer. Kontak vir Janelle Destroo - mw2@andrewmurray.org.za vir meer inligting die aansoekproses en hoe jy betrokke kan raak.
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ONS KWARTAAL FUNKSIES IN 2026 A touch of Italy came to Franschhoek on Saturday, 6 June, as we hosted our 6th Annual Dr Andrew Murray Black Tie Dinner & Auction at the beautiful Franschhoek Cellar. It was a grand evening filled with elegance, delicious food and generous hearts. We are truely thankful for the funds raised in aid of Huis Andrew Murray's Mentorship & Bursary Fund. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us, contributed to the auction and helped make this special evening one to remember.
DRIVING DREAMS FORWARD AT THE 12th ANNUAL HAM/ISIPANI GOLFDAY & AUCTION On 11 September 2026 we hosted our biggest golfday of the year at Boschenmeer Golfclub, the 12th Annual HAM/Isipani Construction Golf Day & Auction! With an incredible 44 teams playing across all three courses at Boschenmeer Estate, the day brought together businesses, sponsors and golfers, all playing for a purpose far greater than the game itself. The funds that was raised go towards Huis Andrew Murray's Mentorship & Bursary Fund, which provides our children with additional educational support and help our young people pursue tertiary studies after leaving our care. For them access to education is a chance to build an independent future and break the cycle of disadvantage. Thanks to the continued generosity of our main sponsor, Isipani Construction, and the wonderful support of our sponsors, players and auction contributors, this annual event has become an important part of our fundraising calendar. Save the date to be part of the 2027 Isipani Construction Golfday 27 August 2027.
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'n Aand vol kleur & kreatiwiteit! Die 3de Sip & Paint Dames aand is op Donderdag 22 Oktober by Clay Café Paarl aangebied ten bate van HAM se Residential Care Program. Meer as ‘n honderd dames het saamgekuier, heerlike pizza en wyn geniet, en hulle kreatiwiteit behoorlik laat vloei terwyl hulle blompotte geverf het. Die hoogtepunt van die aand was beslis ons klein Sprokiesland maats wat die gaste met ’n spesiale konsert kom verras het. Baie dankie aan elke dame wat deel was van hierdie besondere aand en ’n verskil kom maak het in ons kinders se lewens!
MFP Group Golfday 2026
BMW Paarl Golfday 2026
We are grateful to have been chosen as a beneficiary for the MFP Golfday & Auction, held on Friday, 14 August 2026 at Paarl Golf Club at Boschenmeer Estate.
We were fortunate to be selected as a beneficiary of the BMW Paarl Golfday, held on Thursday, 1 October 2026 at Pearl Valley Golfclub.
Thanks to the generosity of MFP, the sponsors and players, for helping us raise much-needed funds for the Mentorship & Bursary Fund aimed at providing educational opportunities for the children in our care.
It was an amazing experience to be part of. We are truly thankful to everyone who turned their love for golf into an opportunity to give back.
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STATISTICS Everyday essentials such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant and other personal hygiene products plays a significant part in providing a confident smile on our childrens faces.
Toiletry statistics per month Shampoo & Conditioner (L) 432 Toiletpaper (rolls) 576
It is also a significant part of our monthly expenses. HAM spends approximately R20,000 per month on toiletries alone, amounting to R240,000 annually.
Soap (Kg) 30
Roll-on (each) 155
For most of us, these are everyday necessities we rarely think twice about, but these small everyday necessities make a big difference in helping our
Toothpaste (each) 48 Body Lotion (L) 576
children feel healthy, comfortable and confident.
Staff Wellness Day - Lavender Picking In August, we traded our office for the lavender fields of Canette Vallei in Stellenbosch. Every quarter we do a planned activity as part of our Staff Wellness programme to support the wellbeing of our team. The HAM staff spent the morning lavender picking, enjoying a coffee and each others company. The scent alone was enough to slow everyone down. We came back with lavender bunches and lighter moods. It turned out to be exactly the reset we needed to take on the last few months of the year.
Donor Appriciation Our donors keep showing up, year after year and that kind of generosity deserves to be celebrated. We recently took to the road to surprise some of our wonderful donors with a small token of appreciation. Every small donation, helps us create a place where 155 children can feel safe, and hopeful about their future.
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Meet *Monique, our Story of Hope. For a long time, *Monique struggled to feel that she truly belonged. At House Andrew Murray, she found more than a safe place, she found a family, meaningful relationships and the confidence to embrace who she is. Today, *Monique is a proud Grade 11 learner who is focused on her schoolwork, making positive choices and building a future filled with purpose. She dreams of pursuing a career in Human Resource Management or becoming a Social Auxiliary Worker, where she can use her own experiences to support and uplift others. *Monique’s journey reminds us of the difference that care, stability and a true sense of belonging can make in a young person’s life. *Name have been to changed to protect privacy
MEET *Nerine, our STORY OF HOPE *Nerine’s early years were shaped by difficult family circumstances, but those circumstances do not define her. She is a motivated and determined young girl who always tries her best. She enjoys learning, helping others and remains positive, even when her schoolwork feels challenging. Today, *Nerine is a proud Grade 7 learner and head girl. She believes in hard work, respect and perseverance, and her biggest dream is to become a teacher so that she can inspire young people and make a positive difference in their lives. Her story reminds us of what becomes possible when a child is surrounded by care, encouragement and people who believe in her potential. *Name have been to changed to protect privacy
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HAM VAKANSIE PROGRAM Help ons om ’n bietjie ekstra vreugde in ons kinders se vakansie te bring.
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Desember skoolvakansie bly ongeveer 60 van ons
BACK-TO-SCHOOL PROJEK A new school year brings new opportunities and big dreams! At HAM, we want to ensure that every child starts the year feeling confident, prepared and ready to learn.
kinders agter. Ons wil graag vir hulle ’n vakansie program vol pret en mooi herinneringe aanbied. Ons benodig egter u hulp! Ons nooi u graag uit om deel te wees van die program deur ‘n lekker dag saam met die kinders te kom spandeer of donasies. Enige bak of kuns benodigdhede, lekkers en ander bederfies sal ons help om hierdie vakansie onvergeetlik te maak.
Through our Back to School Campaign, we are collecting donations of stationery and essential school supplies for the 2027 school year. Your contribution, big or small, can give a child the tools they need to succeed!
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We are excited to share our latest campaigns and invite you to make a meaningful difference, whether through hands-on support or small everyday actions that add up.
Make a difference in one child’s life! We care for 155 orphaned and vulnerable children (1 - 18 years old) from all over the Western Cape, South Africa. The children in our care had been orphaned or placed into a place of safety by the Court. HAM relies on the kindness of our community to meet the daily needs (food, clothes, therapy & education) of the children in our care.
We have a shortfall of R 2 500 per child per month! We invite you to partner with us through a donation and help Huis Andrew Murray to continue providing consistent care, love, and dignity to our children.
Bank Details: ABSA Wellington Branch Code: 632005 Checque Acc: 430560107 Ref: Shortfall
One of the easiest ways to support us is through the Woolworths My Difference App. By simply adding House Andrew Murray CYCC as your beneficiary, every purchase you make at Woolworths helps us provide nutritious meals, essential care, and educational support at no additional cost to you.
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SONDAG, 31 Januarie 2027 Dankseggingsdiens Moedergemeente Kerk VRYDAG, 5 Maart 2027 HAM/MCC Golf Day & Auction at Boschenmeer Golf Club SATERDAG, 13 Maart 2027 Omgee Mamma/Pappa & Kiddies Morning SATERDAG, 1 MEI 2027 Rhodes Marathon VRYDAG, 28 MEI 2027 MFP Golf Day & Auction at Boschenmeer Golf Club
HAM Bank Details: Huis Andrew Murray Child & Youth Care Centre ABSA Wellington Branch code: 632005 Cheque account: 430560107 Swift code: ABSAZAJJ Ref: Project name + Your name
WAYS YOU CAN GET INVOLVED Join us in creating brighter futures for vulnerable and orphaned children. Your support can make a world of difference. Here are a few ways you can get involved: 1. Donations - new or pre-loved donations are welcome. 2. Support our monthly projects. 3. Join our upcoming events. 4. Monthly EFT contributions. 5. Select us as a beneficiary on your Woolworths MyDifference app. 6. Volunteer your time and skills. 7. Become a weekend/ holiday parent. 8. Share our projects and events with your friends and family.
Make a difference in ONE child’s LIFE