The Health Foundation

01/05/2026

On this Workers' Day, we acknowledge the incredible contributions of our dedicated staff and project teams in furthering the mission of The Health Foundation. We value your commitment immensely!

24/04/2026

The Health Foundation had the privilege of being part of a meaningful handover of specialised wheelchairs and walkers to beneficiaries with physical impairments at the Adams Family Farm, made possible through the Cape Care Fund initiative.

This was more than a handover. It was a reminder that accessibility is not a privilege but a fundamental human right strongly linked to dignity and that the adequate support can unlock independence, opportunity, and hope.

We are immensely grateful to the Mayor’s Fund for making this initiative possible and to the WC Department of Social Development for their shared commitment to building more inclusive communities.

A special thank you to the Adams Family Farm for the incredible work you continue to do in uplifting and supporting your community.

Cape Care Fund

15/04/2026

Yesterday, our CEO Harry Grainger proudly attended the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement between the Western Cape Department of Social Development and the , marking the start of a remarkable partnership to support the Cape Care Fund and strengthen social sector NPOs across the Western Cape.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Department of Infrastructure MEC and his team for making this partnership possible.

Partner with us to help grow the Cape Care Fund: https://lnkd.in/dRwgbGW

17/03/2026

Join us and be part of the impact!

Support the Cape Care Fund.



Here's how: https://capecarefund.org.za/support-cape-care-fund/

03/03/2026

The Health Foundation had the privilege of attending the savesevenlives AGM yesterday, where the newly appointed Executive Committee was formally announced, an important milestone in Save7’s continued growth and development.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to President and former CEO, , as well as and , whose vision played a pivotal role in building this much‑needed cause focused on saving lives by raising awareness about organ donation. Their leadership also contributed to the creation of the first‑ever LifePod at Tygerberg Hospital.

We also wish the newly elected leadership team: , , , and every success as they take forward the organisation’s mission. In addition, Save7 welcomed David Thomson, Prof. Elmin Steyn, and to its Advisory Board, strengthening governance and strategic oversight. Jonty will now serve as Chairperson of this newly established Advisory Board, with Sachen and Naazim continuing their valuable contributions on the board as well.

It has been an honour for The Health Foundation to be involved in Save7’s conceptualisation, and we look forward to walking the journey ahead as the organisation continues to grow, evolve, and expand its impact.

20/02/2026

On Friday, 13th February, we joined Western Cape on Wellness (WOW!) in celebrating their 10-year milestone.

A huge congratulations to all the WOW! clubs for your unwavering commitment to healthier living and sustained wellness practices in communities across the province.

The Health Foundation looks forward to walking the next decade with you as we continue strengthening wellness and inspiring healthier communities together.

18/02/2026

On the occasion of the Opening of Parliament, The Health Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the Ambassador of the , Mrs Sandra Kramer; the Ambassador of , Mr Andreas Peschke; the Ambassador of , Mr David Martinon; and the Ambassador of , Mr Alberto Vecchi, for the kind invitation to our CEO Mr Harry Grainger to attend the reception celebrating partnerships and collaboration.

We value the opportunity to engage with leaders committed to strengthening development, advancing health equity, supporting the wellbeing of communities across South Africa and enhancing international relationships.

Together, we can continue to build impactful partnerships that drive meaningful and sustainable change.

05/02/2026

Through the Cape Care Fund, we’re working with the Western Cape Department of Social Development to strengthen NPOs initiatives across the province.

Be part of the change. Donate to the Cape Care Fund by visiting this link: https://lnkd.in/dRwgbGWi

The Cape Care Fund is a partnership with the Western Cape Department of Social Development and The Health Foundation (THF). But who are THF?

THF is a non-profit company that believes that good health and overall wellbeing are the foundation of strong, resilient communities. That’s why they work to strengthen sustainable and inclusive health systems that respond to real community needs.

By bringing together government, funders, businesses, organisations, and communities, THF delivers people-centred, results-driven initiatives that improve access to care and support better health outcomes across the Western Cape.

Learn more about The Health Foundation via their website: https://www.thehealthfoundation.org.za/

30/01/2026

We have moved office!

We are excited to share that The Health Foundation is now working from a new (and bigger!) office, still within the same complex, just a different building.

All contact details remain the same. We look forward to welcoming our partners and stakeholders to our new space.

New Address: The Forum, Carrick Building North Bank Lane, Century City, 7441

10/12/2025

One organ Donor. More than Ten Lives transformed! 💚🎉

We are immensely proud to be a part of this remarkable milestone achieved through the savesevenlives Lifepod collaborative initiative.

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The Life Pod at Tygerberg Hospital has enabled its first successful organ donation, marking the first posthumous multi-organ donation at the hospital in more than two years. This milestone reflects 18 months of dedicated work by savesevenlives medical students and clinical teams to create a dignified, specialised space for donors and their families. While this achievement brings hope to many waiting for transplants, more awareness is urgently needed to improve South Africa’s low organ donation rates.
Read the full story: https://www.su.ac.za/en/faculties/medicine/news/groundbreaking-life-pod-achieves-first-successful-organ-donation

20/11/2025

The Health Foundation is honoured to be attending the this week.

This powerful gathering is the flagship platform for integrating civil society voices into the G20 decision-making process with a commitment to advancing inclusive development.

Thank you to the National Development Agency for the opportunity to showcase our commitment in driving collaboration and supporting sustainability. We are proud to be among and committed to building an equitable society.

14/11/2025

This World Diabetes Day, in recognition of the importance of a healthy diet in diabetes prevention and management, we reflect on the invaluable strides achieved by WoW! a healthy lifestyles-promoting programme of the Western Cape Government.

The Health Foundation was privileged to be the sub-grant manager of the Humane Society International (HSI) funding towards the development of the first WoW! Plant-based Cooking Course in South Africa. This nutrition-packed course, developed within a proudly South African context, is SETA-accredited and available to the public.

The overarching purpose of WoW! is to promote health, reduce health inequalities and strengthen social inclusiveness/connectedness by co-creating enabling environments for sustained healthy lifestyle choices throughout our life course.

THF is the sub-grant manager of the grant towards developing the first WoW! Health Living, Plant-based Cooking Course in South Africa.