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The Child & Family Welfare Society of Pietermaritzburg

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A place where we invite everyone to join us in protecting and promoting the interest and well being of all children and families in our community. Abused
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Follow us: https://linktr.ee/admin/appearance OUR HISTORY:

The Child and Family Welfare Society of Pietermaritzburg was started in 1921 by a group of white volunteers to provide support to families in distress. The need arose for similar services to be rendered to other race groups and Child Welfare Societies Emerged. In 1990, the complex and sensitive process of amalgamation was started and by April 1994 the agency emerged as a unified, coherent, non racial agency with one staff, one headquarters and one board of management. AREAS OF OPERATION:

The Society deals with all children under the age of 14 years living in the magisterial district of pietermaritzburg which specifically includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Smero, Pata, Plessislaer
2. Edendale, Dambuza, Machibisa, Caluza, Nhlazatshe, Esigodini
3. Glenwood, Eastwood, Woodlands Panorama Gardens, Cinderella Park
4. Northdale, Copesville, Orient Heights
5. Allandale, Raisethorpe, Mountain Rise
6. Hilton & Cedara
7. Pelham, Grange, Bisley, France
8. Prestbury, Boughton, Peacevale 3, Hayfields

HOW WE OPERATE:

We are goverened by a board of management. We have a staff of 50 which includes 21 social workers, the director, 4 managers and 3 community development workers. Our focus is on children who are:

1. Neglected
3. Abandoned
4.

23/10/2026

📢 WE’RE HIRING!

The Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society is looking for a qualified, part-time Child and Youth Care Worker to join our team.

REQUIREMENTS:
❤️ Experience working with children from birth to 6 years.
❤️ Must be registered with SACSSP.
❤️ Proof of qualifications and relevant references.
❤️ Must live locally.

📩 HOW TO APPLY:
Email your CV and relevant documents to [email protected] or drop them off at 224 Hoosen Haffejee Street, Pietermaritzburg.

📅 Closing date: 6 November 2026.

Please note that no telephone calls will be accepted. If you do not hear back by 6 November 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Know someone who may be suitable? Please share this post to help us reach the right person! ❤️

21/10/2026

🐘 IT TAKES A HERD TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE! ❤️

Have you HERD? 👀

Our Back-a-Buddy campaign, THE HERD, is all about coming together to support children and strengthen the communities around them. Because when we stand together, we can do so much more.

Every donation, big or small, helps us continue the work we do and create safer, stronger support systems for children and families.

❤️CHECK OUT OUR BACK-A-BUDDY PAGE.
❤️MAKE A DONATION.
❤️BECOME A PART OF THE HERD.

You don’t have to do it alone, and neither do we. It takes a herd to help a child thrive. 🐘

🔗 Donate here: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/the-herd

JOIN THE HERD. BE PART OF THE CHANGE.

15/10/2026

🌸🏇 SPRING INTO SUMMER AT THE RACES! 🏇🌸

Get ready to dress to impress and enjoy an extravagant day of entertainment, laughter, delicious food and fabulous prizes!

The Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society invites you to join us for Spring into Summer at the Races, a fantastic fundraising event in support of our work with children and families in our community.

✨ Enjoy a delicious lunch
🎤 Be entertained by MC and comedian Nathan Adams
🎁 Stand a chance to win exciting giveaways and prizes
👗 Dress your best and soak up the race-day glamour!

📅 DATE: 22 November 2026
📍 VENUE: Rockafellas Function Room
🎟️ COST: R250 per person or R2,500 for a table of 10

BOOK YOUR TABLE TODAY!

📞 Anil: 083 440 2933
📱 WhatsApp Amy: 063 306 3023

Come dressed for the occasion, bring your friends, and help us make a difference in the lives of children and families who need our support. ❤️

A big thank you to our sponsors and supporters for helping make this event possible!

07/10/2026

LOOKING BACK. MOVING FORWARD. MAKING A DIFFERENCE.

Our Annual General Meeting report is now available to read online!

Take a look at the work, milestones, partnerships and moments that shaped another year at the Pietermaritzburg Child & Family Welfare Society.

From protecting children and strengthening families to supporting communities and creating safer futures, the report offers a glimpse into the people, programmes and partnerships behind the work we do every day.

📖 READ OUR AGM REPORT HERE:
https://www.pmbchildwelfare.co.za/annual-general-report/

Thank you to everyone who continues to walk alongside us. Together, we can keep building stronger families, safer communities and brighter futures for children.

01/10/2026

🐘 HAVE YOU HERD? SOMETHING BIG IS COMING…

One person can make a difference.
But a whole herd? Now that can make some noise.

We’re proud to announce that the Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society has partnered with Donors for Life to launch THE HERD — a campaign built on the power of people coming together to carry hope for children and families in our community.

The herd is gathering… and we want you in it.

🐘 JOIN THE HERD.
🐘 MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
🐘 HELP US CARRY HOPE.

DONATE. SHARE. BRING SOMEONE ELSE INTO THE HERD.

🔗 https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/the-herd

Together, we can make some noise. 🐘

24/09/2026

Celebrating our heritage. Celebrating our children. ❤️🇿🇦

Heritage Day is a reminder of the beautiful diversity that makes South Africa home.

Our languages, cultures, traditions, stories, food, music and family values are all part of the rich tapestry that shapes who we are.

At the Pietermaritzburg Child & Family Welfare Society, we believe that every child deserves to grow up knowing that their culture, identity and heritage matter.

Today, we celebrate the many different heritages that come together in our communities — and the connection, care and compassion that bring us together.

Happy Heritage Day from all of us at PMB Child & Family Welfare Society! 🇿🇦❤️

16/09/2026

📢 33RD ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING | NOTICE

The Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society invites our members to attend our 33rd Annual General Meeting, covering the period April 2025 – March 2026.

Join us as we reflect on another year of service, dedication and making a difference in the lives of children, families and communities across Pietermaritzburg.

📅 Wednesday, 23 September 2026
⏰ 5:00pm for 5:15pm
📍 The Society’s Offices
224 Hoosen Haffejee Street, Pietermaritzburg

To attend:
1️⃣ Sign up to become a member.
2️⃣ Confirm your attendance.
3️⃣ Arrive at our premises on the day.

📞 RSVP: 033 342 8971
📧 [email protected]

With over 100 years of service, we continue to work together to create a safer, stronger future for children and families.

Together, we can make a difference.

14/09/2026

IT TAKES A COMMUNITY ❤️

Every day, the Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society works alongside children, families, caregivers and communities to create safer, stronger and more hopeful futures.

From child protection and foster care to family support, social services and community programmes, our work is about being there when families need support the most.

But we cannot do it alone.

It takes social workers.
It takes caregivers.
It takes volunteers.
It takes donors.
It takes community partners.
And it takes people who believe that every child deserves to be safe, supported and given the opportunity to thrive.

Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Thank you to everyone who continues to stand alongside us and help us strengthen families and protect children. ❤️

11/09/2026

A huge thank you to Hope Trust ✝️ for visiting the Pietermaritzburg Child and Family Welfare Society and so generously dropping off these wonderful items! ❤️

Your donation of toys, cuddly toys, blankets, clothing and other essentials will make a meaningful difference to the children and families we support.

We are incredibly grateful for your kindness and generosity. Thank you, Hope Trust, for supporting our work and helping us care for those who need it most! ❤️

03/09/2026

WHAT A NIGHT!

The Pietermaritzburg Child & Family Welfare Society hosted our very first Bingo Night at RocoMamas Liberty Midlands Mall — and what an incredible success it was!

A HUGE thank you to every guest who joined us, played along, laughed with us and helped make the evening so special. Your support means so much to us and helps us continue the important work we do in our community.

And of course, we could not have done it without our amazing sponsors and supporters:

RocoMamas
Liberty Midlands Mall
The Mushroom Farm
Jimmy Ferguson
Charlet Penton
Justin from Brink

Thank you for believing in what we do and for helping us turn a night of fun into meaningful support for vulnerable children and families.

Here’s to many more Bingo Nights!

Address

224 Hoosen Haffejee Street
Pietermaritzburg
3201

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Telephone

033 342 8971

Website

http://www.pmbchildwelfare.co.za/

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