Early childhood development
Stargazers ECD
A preschool in Retreat for children aged 0 to 5: a home away from home, open Monday to Friday.
One foundation · six community programmes
Transforming lives. Unleashing potential.
Salt and Light Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation that strengthens communities in Cape Town and creates opportunities for sustainable social development.
We organise and run programmes in early childhood development, youth development, sport, creative arts, sustainable livelihoods and food security, and work with donors, businesses and community partners to deliver practical, measurable impact.
- Registered NPO 280-397
- Based in Retreat, Cape Town
6community programmes under one foundation
280-397registered NPO number
100+ENS FC club members (2024)
9G-Squared dancers earned SA Colours (2024)
Who we are
The umbrella behind the programmes
Salt and Light Foundation is committed to bringing restoration, development and lasting hope to communities across Cape Town and beyond.
Each programme has its own leader and its own focus. The foundation provides what they share: governance, fundraising, donor relations and reporting, so that every rand given is managed and accounted for properly.
To inspire, empower and connect people to sustainable transformation.
About the foundation
Our programmes
The work we organise and run
From early learning to dance, football, livelihoods and food security: six programmes, each with its own page, goals and results.
Youth development & creative arts
G-Squared Performing Arts
A community dance school, founded in 2015, offering Ballet, Modern, Hip-Hop and Contemporary from age 3.
Sport & youth engagement
ENS FC
A community football club, established in 2017, using the power of sport to connect with and positively impact lives.
Impact & accountability
Measured, reported, accountable
We publish verified results for each programme and keep our registration, governance and reporting open to funders and donors.
Fundraising & partnerships
Ways to support the work
Companies, trusts, foundations and individuals can fund a programme, sponsor a project or give in kind.
Corporate CSI
Partner with a programme through your CSI budget, sponsorship or employee volunteering.
Partner with usTrusts & grants
Invite us to submit a proposal. We prepare budgets, programme information and impact evidence.
Grant enquiriesGive monthly
Regular gifts let programmes run all year and plan for the long term.
DonateGive in kind
Learning materials, food, sports equipment, computers, furniture and professional services.
What we needLet's talk
Questions about a programme, a partnership or a donation? Email the right team directly.