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Because no child can learn on an empty stomach.

Founded in 2009 by award winning chef Margot Janse, Isabelo Charity provides daily, nutritious meals to underprivileged school children in Franschhoek, South Africa.

30/10/2026

A little kindness can make a life-changing difference. ❤️

Every child deserves the chance to grow, learn and thrive without the distraction of hunger. By donating to Isabelo, you can help put nutritious meals on the table and make a meaningful difference in a child's life.

Whether you choose to feed a child for a day, a month or an entire year, every contribution counts. Small acts of generosity, when brought together, create something extraordinary.

Not in a position to donate right now? Sharing this post is another powerful way to help. The more people who hear about Isabelo, the more children we can reach.

Be part of the change. Donate today, share this post and help us put more meals on more tables.

Together, we can make sure no child is left behind.

22/10/2026

The Child Behind The Number

200 children at Franschhoek High.
150 children at Kusasa.
30 little ones at Valley Kids.
800+ at Dalubuhle.

These numbers help us understand the scale of the work.

But whenever we visit, we're reminded:

There is a child behind every number.
A child who has a favourite subject.
A child who loves football.
A child who wants to become a doctor.
A child who dreams of being a teacher.
A child who just really likes lunch. ❤️

That's why we keep coming back to the same thing.

It's all about the kids.
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14/10/2026

8,500 people. Every week 🍲

That's the scale of Isabelo's current reach.
But here's something important:

When we say “8,500” we don't want you to imagine a number.

Imagine 8,500 people.
8,500 names.
8,500 stories.
8,500 families.
And countless children who need nourishing food to get through their day.

At Isabelo, children are always the focus.

Every donation and every food contribution is directed towards feeding children.
Because no child can learn on an empty stomach.

Help us keep reaching the children who need us. Donate or share our story.

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12/10/2026

Meet the wonderful Patricia and Cheryl. These ladies are responsible for feeding the growing bodies and minds at Kusasa.

No child can learn on an empty stomach.

Help us make a difference.

06/10/2026

A full tummy can change a whole day. ❤️

At Valley Kids Crèche, 22 little learners start each day with a nutritious breakfast, followed by a warm, protein-packed lunch.

It’s about more than food. It’s energy for play, focus for learning, and the comfort of knowing there will be something nourishing to eat.

Because when little tummies are full, there’s more room for big dreams, curious minds and brighter futures.

This is what your support makes possible.

02/10/2026

50kg of Stew 🍲 Every week.

That's how much stew goes to Franschhoek High through Isabelo.

And while 50kg sounds enormous to us, the reason behind it is simple:

200 children need lunch.
We believe children shouldn't have to choose between learning and hunger.

So we work with our partner schools to help make sure nutritious food reaches the children who need it.

Help us keep the pots full. Your donation helps provide nutritious meals to children.

Because behind every kilogram is a bowl.
And behind every bowl is a child.

02/10/2026

The Beanie ❤️

Sometimes a thank-you comes in the form of a handwritten card.
Sometimes it's a hug.
And sometimes…
it's a beanie. 🧢❤️

During our visit to Franschhoek High, the children gave Margot a beanie just like the ones they were wearing.

A small gesture.
But one that meant so much.

Because the relationship between Isabelo and the schools is about more than delivering food.
It's about people.

It's about community.

And it's about children knowing that there are people who care about them.
We certainly won't be forgetting this one.

Help us continue showing children that their community cares.

23/09/2026

Heritage is something we carry forward.

This Heritage Day, we’re celebrating the young minds of Dalubuhle Primary School in Franschhoek, where more than 800 children come together each day to learn, grow and build their futures.

But learning is harder when you’re hungry.

Through Isabelo, Dalubuhle receives breakfast, fruit and protein to complement the government-provided school lunch. Milk, eggs, fruit and other nutritious foods help fill an important nutritional gap, giving growing children the nourishment they need to concentrate, participate and thrive.

Because our heritage is not only about where we come from. It’s also about what we choose to invest in for the next generation.

800+ young minds. One community. A future worth nourishing.

Help us keep nourishing the children of Dalubuhle. Every donation makes a difference.

18/09/2026

MEET OUR FUTURE FASHION DESIGNER 👋

We recently visited Kusasa with Margot, and one of our favourite parts of the day was sitting down with the children and finding out a little more about the people behind the numbers.

We love asking these questions because every child deserves the chance to dream about their future, and the nutrition they receive today helps give them the energy to learn, grow and work towards that future.

At Isabelo, it’s never just about a meal.
It’s about the child sitting at the table.
What did you want to be when you were 10?
Tell us below 👇

10/09/2026

This Is What Your Donation Looks Like ❤️

You might wonder what happens when you donate to Isabelo.

It looks like this:
🥚 Eggs being boiled and packed.
🥛 Milk being delivered.
🍎 Fruit being prepared.
🍲 50kg of stew going to Franschhoek High.
👧🏽 Children sitting down to warm lunches.
🎒 A child having enough energy to concentrate in class.
💌 Handwritten cards saying, “Thank you for the food.”
😊 Tiny children playing and learning at Valley Kids.
🚀 Kusasa students dreaming about their futures.

And sometimes, it looks like 10,000 meals in one week.

But ultimately, it always looks like one thing:
A child being cared for.
That is Isabelo.
Sharing is caring.
And after 17 years, we're still just getting started. ❤️

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Franschhoek

Website

http://www.isabelocharity.com/

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