INTEGRATED REPORTBuilding a better tomorrowCONTACT DETAILSHillbrow: 011 720 7011 | Pretoria: 082 741 7306 | 081 533 7691 | Musina: 081 403 8329Email: [email protected] | Website: www.outreachfoundation.co.zaFacebook: www.facebook.com/OutreachFoundationMEET OUR TEAMFULL AUDITED ANNUAL RESULTSOrganisation name Outreach FoundationLegal name Lutheran Community Outreach FoundationEstablished 2004Type of organisation Non-Profit Company; Public Benefit OrganisationCity of Johannesburg vendor number 111811VAT number 4530253543Bank First National BankBranch Parktown 250455Account number 62082998364SWIFT number FIRNZAJJ950Telephone number 011 720 7011Web address www.outreachfoundation.co.zaPhysical address 30 Edith Cavell Street, HillbrowProvince GautengPostal address PO Box 17098, HillbrowPostal code 2038B-BBEE SED Status recognition 100%NPC number 2017/664022/08PBO number 930063735NPO number 230-521AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTSLutheran Community Outreach Foundation LCOF NPC(Registration number: 2017/664022/08)Annual Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2023STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2023Figures in Rand Note(s) 2023 2022AssetsNon-current assetsProperty, plant and equipment 2 4 854 820 4 760 634Current assetsTrade and other receivables 3 271 532 235 571Cash and cash equivalents 4 1 609 765 3 783 6381 881 297 4 019 209Total assets 6 736 117 8 779 843Reserves and liabilitiesReservesNon-distributable reserves 413 400 413 400Retained surplus 4 963 162 5 623 7205 376 562 6 037 120LiabilitiesCurrent liabilitiesTrade and other payables 5 191 578 129 698Deferred income 6 1 167 977 2 613 0251 359 555 2 742 723Total reserves and liabilities 6 736 117 8 779 843STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOMEFigures in Rand Note(s) 2023 2022RevenueCorporate 262 964 419 539Foreign sponsors 9 728 918 7 003 467Government funding 1 244 907 967 646Individuals - 20 0027 11 236 789 8 410 654Other incomeRental income 157 533 91 177Sales - coffee shop - 151 252Surplus on disposal of assets 30 693 -8 188 226 242 429Operating expensesAccounting and audit fees (89 500) (57 510)Advertising (25 355) (35 639)Bad debts (453) -Bank charges (16 970) (18 139)Cleaning (7 441) (10 173)Depreciation (363 869) (391 327)Equipment expenses (61 415) (197 637)Food purchases (68 532) (22 220)Functions, camps and workshops (134 691) (114 227)Insurance (105 364) (88 771)Legal and professional fees (197 204) (153 612)Maintenance and renovations (64 285) (160 439)Municipal expenses (214 213) (201 003)Personnel expenses (6 003 231) (5 119 138)Printing and stationery (93 699) (80 321)Project specific costs (3 719 669) (2 264 453)Raw material - (848)Rent and levies (527 649) (496 504)Security (146 527) (42 720)Small assets (6 406) -Telephone and fax (103 046) (110 938)Training (112 419) (61 092)Vehicle and transport cost (245 167) (173 046)(12 307 105) (9 799 757)Surplus/(deficit) (882 090) (1 146 674)Interest received 222 143 119 886Finance costs (615) -221 528 119 886Surplus/(deficit) (660 562) (10 267 788)DONATE
VISIONMISSIONThe Outreach Foundation is a critical partner in the lives of the marginalised Awho are eager to improve their sustainable livelihoods through essential programmes.Striving towards a sustainable AfricaOUR VALUESREAD MOREIt is my pleasure to present the 2023 Chairperson’s Report of the Outreach Foundation.2023 was marked by significant growth and impact for our organisation. We expanded our reach by extending our services across other areas of South Africa, deepened our partnerships, and continued to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. I would first like to express my sincere gratitude to our valued local and foreign sponsors and donors. Your ongoing support has been instrumental in allowing us to carry out our vital work. Whether through financial contributions, in-kind donations, or collaborative projects, your generosity has truly made this past year a success. We thank you on behalf of our entire Board and all those who benefit from our programmes.When operating in a Non-profit organisation in a tough economic environment with a reliance on funding, it is crucial to adopt a strategic approach to ensure sustainability and continued impact. As the board and executive team, we are pleased that our strategies have assisted us in being where we are.I would also like to extend my deep appreciation to the Outreach Foundation’s dedicated staff, who have worked tirelessly to bring our programmes to life and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Your commitment to empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and facilitating positive change is truly inspiring. This past year, we were able to:͵ Provide skills training to individuals, equipping them with the knowledge and abilities to secure meaningful employment or start their own businesses.͵ Assist migrants in navigating the complexities of the immigration system, accessing essential services, and integrating into their new communities.͵ Forge new partnerships with local organisations, government agencies, and international bodies to expand the reach and impact of our programmes.These accomplishments would not have been possible without the incredible team of people who make up the heart and soul of our organisation. I offer my sincerest gratitude and admiration to all of you.As we look ahead to 2024, we remain steadfast in our mission to create a more just, equitable, and prosperous future for all. We will continue to innovate, collaborate, and advocate, driven by the unwavering belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.Thank you all for your unwavering support and commitment to our shared vision. Together, we will continue to make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.Oupa MelatoChairman of the BoardA MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEESIn the life of any NGO, funding is the key foundation on which its service deliveries, projects and programmes are based. Other than in the highly romanticised ‘narrative of charity work’, a functional NGO not only requires dedication and a big heart amongst its staff to help others.Like any other private household, company, large or small, and even a government department, NGOs like the Outreach Foundation pay the same for water and electricity, rent, cars and petrol. Our staff have to look after their own families, often extended ones, and it goes without saying that our highly dedicated personnel cannot work for free. Like any other employer, we need to pay decent salaries and taxes and contribute towards our people’s healthcare and pension requirements. Only then can they deliver the very best to our ever-growing number of beneficiaries.Therefore, it is no wonder that I can report an increasing number of staffers with at least a bachelor’s degree. However, the Outreach Foundation’s further professionalisation will not stop here. We plan on hiring our first in-house human rights lawyer for our migration work in 2024.Our largest and trusted international donors once again stood by us, being it German-based Bread for the World, which renewed a 3-year funding cycle, or the ELM, also in Germany, that was open to supporting us with new and innovation projects; for example, from the beginning of 2024, we will be able to hire a French-speaking community development worker for our Pretoria office to better serve French-speaking Congolese refugees and undocumented migrants.Through the exceptional financial support of the ELM, we could officially launch our own office in Musina, which borders Zimbabwe, in the far north of South Africa. The MusinaBeitbridge border post is the busiest border on the entire African continent and the lifeblood for most of Southern Africa. In return, it attracts an ever-growing number of primarily economic migrants who cross here into South Africa legally and illegally. Therefore, the Outreach Foundation’s Musina office mainly works on migration issues.The Dachser Freight Forwarding Group, as a back-donor for ‘terre des hommes Germany’, also continued its valuable support for the Outreach Foundation, and we saw the chairperson of the international Dachser board visit the organisation for a second time towards the end of 2023.The Lutheran World Federation in Geneva supported our pilot proposal for a new community-based approach to skills training for rural youths. The International Organisation for Migration picked the Outreach Foundation as a subcontractor to deliver skills training for young South Africans and migrants in two districts of Mpumalanga, namely Bushbuckridge as well as the Nkomazi district on the border to Mozambique and Eswatini, in 2024.Our skills development courses seem to get better and better, with more and more interest shown by beneficiaries in Johannesburg, Pretoria and Musina. Whilst the very popular computer, English, and beauty courses were going from strength to strength, we also brought on courses such as solar geyser installation. This is the Outreach Foundation’s direct little contribution to a sustainable tomorrow. Our cooking and baking courses also proved in high demand, and graduates of the sous-chef courses now run our in-house staff canteen. By running the canteen, these graduates get a hands-on opportunity to further deepen and enhance their cooking and catering experience.GOVERNANCEBoardThe Board of Trustees members have been selected to contribute a wide range of skills and expertise to the Outreach Foundation. The Board is responsible for setting the macro-framework, providing foresight, oversight, and insight for the Foundation, and meets four times a year.The Board members are:1. Mr Oupa Melato is a representative of the finance sector. Appointed in November 2017 and reappointed in 2020. Chairperson of the Board.2. Pastor Remo Koehne is a representative of the Church of Peace congregation. Reappointed in 2020.3. Ms Tessa Mogashoa represents the Church of Peace congregation (Friedenskirche). Reappointed in 2020.4. Ms Tshinzyi Magoro from the Northrand Congregation. Appointed in 2023.5. Bishop Theo Jaeckel represents NELCSA.6. Robert Michel, Executive Director of Outreach Foundation. Appointed in 2023.7. Bishop Seane representing ELCSA.ORGANOGRAMA MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTORRobert MichelExecutive Directorand Evaluation ______________________ READ MOREThe LCOF monitoring and evaluation division (M&E) aims to monitor the progress of all the organisation’s programmes’ achievements against the targets set every year. The achievements are derived from various data collection and reporting tools the LCOF uses. Data was collected through Outreach Foundation’s three pillars: Skills Development, Social Services, and Community Outreach. M&E is used to assess the performance of the programmes set by the organisation to improve current and future management outputs, outcomes, and impacts so as to measure the effectiveness of the programme’s objectives.The organisation now has three offices: Hillbrow, Pretoria and Musina.Skills developmentand Incubation ______________________ READ MORE ABOUT FOCUS, IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES AND SKILLS TRAINING OverviewOur approach is centred on tailored programmes and initiatives designed to address the specific needs of disadvantaged and marginalised communities. We ensure our efforts have the desired impact by using well-planned methods, strategic resource utilisation, and strong partnerships. We believe and invest in the potential of every individual we work with. Our programmes give people practical skills and knowledge, boosting their job prospects and encouraging entrepreneurship. They also support personal growth, strengthen community bonds, and improve overall well-being. By valuing diversity, we aim to create a future where everyone can succeed. Together, we work towards a thriving and more inclusive society.After completing the course, our facilitator from Outreach Foundation invited me to assist with their cooking gigs, giving me valuable experience and employment. My big break came when I landed a 3-month contract as an assistant chef on a big TV show, Big Brother Mzansi! Today, I work as a chef at Outreach Foundation’s canteen, cooking delicious meals for staff and participants. I’m grateful for the skills and opportunities Outreach Foundation provided, which helped me turn my hobby into a fulfilling career.” Nothando Nkala, 34 years old“Community OutreachOverviewThe programme caters to learners aged 14 to 17, offering academic support. It provides tutoring, mentorship, and resources. Music and marimba activities complement school learning. The goal is to enhance learning experiences and outcomes. Collaborating with schools, it focuses on subjects, study skills, and personal growth. Facilitators are connected with partner schools through liaison teachers. Life skills supplement academic subjects. This helps with tailored support, which boosts confidence and helps overcome challenges. The programme fosters a supportive environment. Various methodologies, including Goldyouth’s research, are utilised. Ultimately, the programme aims to empower learners to excel academically and beyond.Being a peer educator has taught me a valuable lesson about parental love. Despite the attention my younger brother receives, I now understand that my parents love us both equally. Recognising the hurt my mother felt when I questioned their love for me, I decided to change my mindset. I no longer want to cause pain to my parents, so I’ve chosen to appreciate the love they give us as siblings.” Zinhle (14 years)- St Aquinas College.“The COMMUNITY OUTREACH programme covers essential life skills, read more about this:OUR DONORS READ MOREMonitoringSocial ServicesProject OverviewOver the past few years, the Outreach Foundation has established its social footprint as a key role player in the broader sustainable development strategy in Musina, Johannesburg, and Pretoria. In taking a step towards sustainable development, the Outreach Foundation has created pathways integrated into a human-centred and participatory-led process. This tool enables the first step in the continuum of care that gives development workers deeper insight into the social picture of concern.The core output of community development services is addressing human rights issues and promoting access to basic services, social justice, and equality for all in its geographical workspace. We advocate for the marginalised, strengthening mental capacity contributing towards poverty alleviation. READ MORE ABOUT PSYCHO-SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTAL TOOLS AND STAKEHOLDER WORKSHOPS