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Founded in 1987. Caring for 228 children who are placed in our care with an order.

24/08/2026

💙 Moment Monday 💙
🎾 Handjie Tennis

Throwback to when the courts came alive at both Jakaranda and Louis Botha! 🎾📸

Handjie Tennis gave our children a chance to get moving, learn the game and put their hand-eye coordination to the test — quite literally! 😂 — in tournaments held at both homes. The smiles, concentration and competitive spirit said it all! 🏆🎾

And because the adults can never resist joining in… even some of our staff gave it a turn! The competitive spirit was definitely not limited to the children. 😅

At one point, one of the kids shouted: “Tannie, beat hom vir die GIRLS!” 😂👏

Looking back at moments like these reminds us how special childhood memories can be — the excitement of trying something new, cheering each other on and, of course, seeing who can claim the win!

At our Children’s Homes, creativity is always the name of the game. From sports and fishing to rowing, art, games and everything in between, we’re always looking for ways to keep our children active, curious, entertained and making memories. 💙

To support moments like these, scan the QR code or visit our websites:
🌐 https://jacarandachildren.co.za
🌐 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/

24/08/2026

Volunteer, Mentor & Guest Parent Evening 💙✨

📅 31 August and 21 September 2026
🕔 17:00
📍 Jakaranda Kinderhuis

For many of our children, their lives have been uprooted and their sense of safety, stability, and belonging has been disrupted.

That’s where community matters. 💙

We invite you to join us and discover how you can become a positive, consistent presence in a child’s life.

• Learn about volunteer opportunities
• Explore mentorship opportunities
• Discover what it means to be a guest parent
• Find your place in our community 🌱

Sometimes, simply showing up, listening, encouraging, and being there can make all the difference in a child’s life. 💫

Come and discover how you can be part of their journey and help create moments of connection, stability, and belonging.

We would love to meet you! 💙

21/08/2026

💛 It might not be Monday… but it was definitely a Moment! 💛

We caught this beautiful little moment on camera — one of our children asked our Jakaranda receptionist to listen while she practised her poem, and the passion in that performance was EVERYTHING. 🎤😂

We’re so thankful for these little moments — the spontaneous, ordinary moments that remind us how privileged we are to be part of our children’s lives.

Our CEO often says that it is an honour when a child allows us into their world. And moments like this remind us just how true that is. 💛 To be trusted with their stories, their dreams, their big performances and even their tiny everyday moments is something we never take for granted.

Perception vs Reality 👀

Perception: “Our children grow up isolated.”

Reality: Our children are surrounded by people who care about them — from receptionists to gardeners and drivers, social workers, therapists, CYCWs and so many others who show up for them every day.

Sometimes the audience is small… but the applause is VERY real. 👏😂

We’re grateful for every moment we get to share, every little window into their worlds, and every opportunity to cheer them on. 💛

🌐 https://jacarandachildren.co.za
🌐 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/

21/08/2026

🎣 Feature Friday: Fishing 🎣

Fishing is one of the many activities our children get the opportunity to enjoy — getting outdoors, learning something new and, of course, seeing who can catch the biggest one! 😄🎣

We’re hooked! 🐟

A huge thank you to Andries Bruwer, Marethe Bruwer and Charles de Bie for making these fishing experiences possible and giving our children the opportunity to enjoy something a little different. 💙

We’re always looking for fishing equipment to help keep this activity going. If you would like to donate or sponsor fishing equipment, please contact us — every contribution helps us keep this opportunity available to our children.

🎣 Fishing rods
🪝 Hooks and tackle
🧵 Fishing line
🧰 Tackle boxes
🐟 Nets
🪑 Camping chairs
☀️ Fishing hats and sun protection
…and any other fishing equipment!

🌐 https://jacarandachildren.co.za
🌐 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/

📲 Scan the QR code to support us.

Want to get involved and actually join our children on fishing trips? 🎣

Come along to our Mentor, Volunteer & Guest Parent Information Evening:
📅 31 August 2026
⏰ 17:00
📍 Jakaranda Kinderhuis

20/08/2026

💛 Duisende Dankie Donderdag 💛

A very big thank you to Cozinha for sponsoring our brand-new gazebo! 🥳⛺

We can now officially market in style — whether we’re next to a golf course, at an event, or wherever else we find ourselves popping up! 😎

Our new gazebo is looking fresh, and it got us thinking… perhaps our other marketing materials deserve a little glow-up too. 😂 Some of them are looking a little more “well-loved” than brand new.

We’re giving our marketing a fresh new look, and sponsorships like this allow us to show up, stand proudly, and represent our organisation in a way that reflects the work we do. ✨

If you or your company would be willing to sponsor additional marketing materials, such as another gazebo, banners or other promotional items, we would be incredibly grateful. Please contact [email protected] if you can help.

To support us or learn more:
🌐 https://jacarandachildren.co.za
🌐 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/

📲 Scan the QR code to donate.

17/08/2026

Moment Monday 💙🚌 Our Buses

37 schools. Hundreds of school runs. A LOT of kilometres. And somehow, our buses are still being asked, “Can you just squeeze in one more trip?” 😅
Our buses do much more than get children to school. They get our kids to activities, excursions, appointments and all those important experiences that make childhood a little more special.

But here’s the thing: our buses don’t run on good intentions… they run on petrol, servicing, tyres and a little bit of TLC! ⛽️😂

And this is where you can help! 💙

🚌 Adopt a Bus 🚌
Businesses or individuals can help sponsor one of our buses towards its running costs — whether that’s fuel, servicing, tyres or other transport needs.
By helping us keep a bus on the road, you’re helping keep children moving — to school, activities, excursions and opportunities they might otherwise miss.
Want to help us keep the wheels turning? Get in touch with us about adopting a bus or contributing towards our transport costs. Every contribution helps us go a little further. 💙

To support us, scan the QR code or visit our websites: 🌐 https://jacarandachildren.co.za⁠� 🌐 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/⁠�

17/08/2026

🥶🛒 It’s giving… 6/7!

Cold weather = staying under the blankets.
But making a difference? That doesn’t have to wait. 😅

Our 6/7 Project, in collaboration with Checkers Sixty60, makes it possible to support our children without even leaving your home. 🤍

Simply add a few grocery essentials to your Checkers Sixty60 order and have them delivered directly to:

📍 Jakaranda Kinderhuis
1 Talitha Kumi Street, East Lynne

📍 Louis Botha Kinderhuis
5 Briscoe Ln, Queenswood

🛒 See the attached image for our current grocery needs and choose whatever you can add to your cart. Even one or two items might seem small, but it all adds up!

A huge thank you to Checkers for helping make giving this easy and accessible. 💙

Want to do more?

🌐 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/
🌐 https://jacarandachildren.co.za/

📲 Or scan the QR code to donate via SnapScan.

Because even when the weather is giving 6/7… kindness can still be 10/10. ❤️

14/08/2026

💙 Feature Friday 💙
Rowing

Our children are privileged enough to spend their weekends out on the water — and what an adventure it’s been! 🚣‍♀️

It all starts with a few cautious “testing the waters” moments in the smaller boats… a wobble here, a splash there 😄

But before long, confidence grows, balance improves, and suddenly they’re zooming across the water like pros!

Rowing has become so much more than just a sport — it’s about building confidence, resilience, and a sense of achievement (with a whole lot of fun along the way).

A heartfelt thank you to Academy for Canoe Development, Esti Olivier and Philip van Tonder. Your vision to develop the community through sport, life skills programmes and cross-cultural activities is truly making an impact in our children’s lives 💛

To learn more or get involved, visit our website or scan the QR code to donate:
👉 https://jacarandachildren.co.za
👉 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/

14/08/2026

🔥 Hulle was by KragDag hierdie afgelope naweek! 🔥

Die SASFA-span, saam met ons eie Jakaranda Kinderhuis personeel, het die ongelooflike Toyota Land Cruiser 79 en Conqueror trailer by KragDag gaan wys — en wat ’n reaksie! 🚙

As jy dit gemis het, is daar nog ’n kans… maar nie vir lank nie.

🎟️ Kaartjies is nog beskikbaar — maar tyd hardloop uit.
Moenie wag nie. Moenie uitmis nie.

👉 Kry jou kaartjie nou:
https://itickets.co.za/events/485305

⏳ Wanneer hulle uitverkoop is, is dit verby.
Dis jou kans — gryp dit nou!

13/08/2026

💛 Duisende Dankie Donderdag 💛
Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital

Our children are state patients, and time and time again, Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital has come to our rescue when we needed it most.

Hul ongelooflike personeel gee nie net hul tyd en kundigheid nie, maar ook hul hulpbronne — dikwels sonder koste en altyd met oop harte.

There are truly no words to express how deeply grateful we are for everything you do.

Daar is werklik nie woorde om ons dankbaarheid te beskryf nie — you bring hope, dignity, and compassion when it matters most. 💛

If you’d like to support the work we do, scan the QR code or visit:
👉 https://jacarandachildren.co.za
👉 https://louisbothachildren.co.za/

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Talitha Kumi Street
Pretoria
0035

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 - 15:00

Telephone

+27128004700

Website

http://www.jacarandachildren.co.za/

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