The Health Foundation

The Health Foundation Your trusted platform for partnerships to strengthen public healthcare in the Western Cape

The Health Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit company which mobilises resources and facilitates partnerships for priority projects that aim to improve the quality and patient experience of public health care in the Western Cape. Whether you are a family member grateful for lifesaving treatment given to somebody dear to you, who wants to show your gratitude by giving something back, or a large corporate requiring responsible reporting on the use of your corporate social responsibility funds, the Health Foundation will assist you to make your planned donation a reality. Whether you wish to help by painting a clinic, or by donating a multi-million rand operating theatre, the Health Foundation will enable to make your gift a reality. The process of establishing the Foundation started in 2011, when research identified that there was a great deal of interest among corporates in making donations via a channel which would ensure accountable use of those donations and also visible successes which would be publicly acknowledged. A Memorandum of Incorporation was drawn up, a Section 21 Company registered, and a Board appointed. The Health Foundation is committed to good governance and transparent reporting, as demonstrated by the calibre of its Board of Directors and auditors. Corporates and citizens are invited to support the mission of The Health Foundation and to partner with us in achieving it.

We were privileged to receive a generous donation of R100,000 from InuWell, at our AGM, handed over by Fractional Chief ...
18/09/2025

We were privileged to receive a generous donation of R100,000 from InuWell, at our AGM, handed over by Fractional Chief Operating Officer Janet Pillai to the DSD Minister Jaco Londt, in support of the

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to InuWell for leading by example.

If your organisation shares this vision and would like to partner with us in making lasting impact, we welcome you to join hands with us.

Together, every contribution strengthens Cape Care Fund for those who need it most.

To learn more about the Cape Care Fund and how you can donate, please visit https://capecarefund.org.za/

The THF AGM 2025 also presented a significant opportunity to honour the Knowledge Translation Foundation with a commemor...
04/09/2025

The THF AGM 2025 also presented a significant opportunity to honour the Knowledge Translation Foundation with a commemorative plaque to celebrate their impactful work and new journey as an independent organisation.

This celebration marked a true milestone in our shared commitment to sustainable health.

Knowledge Translation Unit

The 2025 AGM at The Health Foundation was a resounding success! Our speakers delivered thought-provoking presentations:💠...
02/09/2025

The 2025 AGM at The Health Foundation was a resounding success!

Our speakers delivered thought-provoking presentations:

💠 Dr Nelis Grobbelaar, Anova Health Institute programme manager, emphasised the power of collaboration between NGOs, government, and communities to strengthen HIV care and health systems.

💠 WC Dept of Social Development MEC Provincial Minister Jaco Londt addressed budget constraints and highlighted the importance of collective investment in NGOs and community-driven initiatives.

💠 Prof Yogan Pillay represented the Gates Foundationdelivering a compelling message on declining donor funding and called for domestic solutions, digitisation, and integrated systems to sustain hard-earned health gains.

💠 Mr Jonty Wright, savesevenlives co-founder, inspired us with innovative solutions in organ donor management, showing how collaboration and data-driven strategies save lives.

A special thanks to our MC, Ms Crystal Orderson whose energy and passion kept the day engaging and seamless.

Our valued partners, stakeholders, and guests who joined us on this memorable occasion reaffirmed our collective commitment to sustainable solutions.

On behalf of our Board of Directors, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who took the time to jo...
29/08/2025

On behalf of our Board of Directors, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who took the time to join us for our Annual General Meeting under the theme “Together Towards Sustainability.”

Your presence and participation made the event a true success!

Together, we reflected on the important strides we are making to strengthen partnerships, drive health innovation, and build sustainable impact in our communities, while faced with the current fiscal constraints climate.

As we look ahead, we remain guided by our vision with you, our valued partners, at the heart of this journey.

26/08/2025

📢 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with our supporters and stakeholders and be part of crucial discussions at our Annual General Meeting tomorrow, 27th August.

If you haven’t RSVP'd to attend in-person, you can still join us online: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWIzNWExNWUtOGY2OC00M2I4LWI4YTItZGFjYjQ3ZWMwZWJl%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22052ecce6-871e-436f-b527-651b41824d65%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225ebc9f47-2a08-45cf-b5ec-8731b21f1d99%22%7d

See you there!



We’re thrilled to announce that Crystal Orderson, one of South Africa’s most respected journalists and media voices, wil...
15/08/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that Crystal Orderson, one of South Africa’s most respected journalists and media voices, will be leading us through this year’s Annual General Meeting!

Her insight, energy, and commitment to positive change make her the perfect guide for a day focused on sustainable health and impactful collaboration.

Join us for an inspiring day and be part of the conversation that shapes the future of health in our communities.

📅27 August 2025 | Crystal Towers Hotel, Century City

Theme: Together Towards Sustainable Health

RSVP: https://lu.ma/7rp8ghte

Celebrating the Phenomenal Women at THF!This Women’s Day, we take a moment to recognise and celebrate the remarkable wom...
08/08/2025

Celebrating the Phenomenal Women at THF!

This Women’s Day, we take a moment to recognise and celebrate the remarkable women who are integral to THF.
The impact you create within our teams and in the communities we serve is both invaluable and deeply appreciated.

Today, and every day, we acknowledge the vital role you play in shaping a more inclusive, equitable, and empowered future.

If there is a phenomenal woman you would like to celebrate, drop her name in the comments so we can acknowledge and honour her together.

This National Organ Donor Awareness Month, we recognise that South Africa has one of the world’s lowest organ donation r...
06/08/2025

This National Organ Donor Awareness Month, we recognise that South Africa has one of the world’s lowest organ donation rates—just 0.6%.

In a country where over 4,000 patients wait anxiously for life-saving organ transplants, a group of Stellenbosch University medical students has sparked a movement that’s changing the narrative. Their non-profit initiative, Save7, named after the potential for one donor to save seven lives, has partnered with The Health Foundation of South Africa to launch a groundbreaking project: the LifePod, at Tygerberg Hospital, Cape Town.

Equipped with ventilators, monitors, infusion sets, and specialised beds, to preserve organ viability for 12–36 hours, the LifePod is expected to facilitate 1–2 donor cases per month, potentially saving 100+ lives annually, with the aim to replicate the model across South Africa.

The goal: a network of donor ICUs that can transform transplant care nationwide.

The Health Foundation proudly attended the Annual SAPRIN Conference held at Krystal Beach Hotel in Cape Town from 21 – 2...
01/08/2025

The Health Foundation proudly attended the Annual SAPRIN Conference held at Krystal Beach Hotel in Cape Town from 21 – 23 July.

The gathering brought together scientists, role players and stakeholders in the population science field to enhance research capacity, build capacity, promote collaborative networks, foster interdisciplinary approaches, showcase research and dynamic data utilisation under this year’s theme Advancing Health and Social Wellbeing through Population Science.

With delegates from all 7 SAPRIN nodes in attendance, the conference was also addressed by the Western Cape Department of Health Wellness head of department, Dr Keith Cloete and C-SHARP node director, Dr Hannah Hussey who both brought home the importance of science engagement on population issues, for greater health and social impact, highlighting the unique experiences and perspectives of the Western Cape node and communities.

SAPRIN acting director, Dr André Rose emphasized the need to go beyond data collection for the sake of science, but meaningfully ploughing back into communities that allow fieldworkers and community health workers into their homes, for benefit sharing.

The Health Foundation (THF) proudly joined the Knowledge Translation Unit's (KTU) milestone Gala Dinner, honouring the v...
23/05/2025

The Health Foundation (THF) proudly joined the Knowledge Translation Unit's (KTU) milestone Gala Dinner, honouring the vision of its extraordinary founder, Prof. Lara Fairall, who took KTU to global heights. Witnessing KTU’s growth and impact has been nothing short of inspiring, and THF is proud to be part of this journey.
Here’s to more years of innovation, development, and success!
As Madiba once said, "It always seems impossible until it’s done."

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