GOVERNANCE & EXCELLENCE
UPHOLDING TRUST, TRANSPARENCY, AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
At Thembalitsha Foundation, we believe that good governance is the foundation of lasting impact. Since 1997, we have operated with integrity, transparency,
and accountability,ensuring that every donation and decision serves our mission to restore hope and build self-reliance in South Africa’s most vulnerable communities.
As a registered Non-Profit Company (NPC), Non-Profit Organisation (NPO), and Public Benefit Organisation (PBO), Thembalitsha adheres to the highest
standards of compliance, both locally and internationally.
TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, COMPASSION, STEWARDSHIP, PROFESSIONALISM, & LOYALTY
Our organisational values are more than words. They guide every action we take, from how we treat beneficiaries and staff, to how we report to funders and stakeholders.
We also abide by the International Principles of Fundraising of Honesty, Respect, Transparency, and Responsibility
Board of Directors
A diverse and committed Board oversees the Foundation’s strategic direction and financial health, with representation in South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Executive Leadership
Our leadership team is comprised of experienced professionals in finance, fundraising, human resources, and programme management.
Annual Audits
Independently audited by Deloitte & Touche. Audit reports are available on request and published on our website.
Internal Controls
Robust financial management systems and a zero-tolerance approach to fraud support ethical, effective operations.
TAX-DEDUCTIBLE GIVING
THEMBALITSHA FOUNDATION IS A REGISTERED NON-PROFIT.
All donations made via our USA, UK and South African platforms are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
If you need assistance with your giving or tax receipts, contact us and our team will ensure you have proper documentation of each year’s donations.
(Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment)
THEMBALITSHA FOUNDATION IS A LEVEL 1 B-BBEE CONTRIBUTOR
Affirming our commitment to transformation, inclusion, and equitable empowerment.
Our workforce, procurement practices, and leadership reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
CERTIFICATIONS & DUE DILIGENCE
The Western Cape Community Chest conducts an annual vetting process that assesses NGOs’ governance, financial health, and legal compliance, based on the NPO Act and King IV guidelines.
Becoming “Due Diligence compliant” grants access to funding, capacity-building support, and enhanced donor credibility.
iZinga Assist (UK Registered Charity No. 1198317) is a digital verification and compliance platform that bridges Sub Saharan NGOs with international donors.
They rate NGOs for transparency and effectiveness, supporting trust and funding readiness through ratings, training, and donor matching.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO OPERATIONAL
EXCELLENCE & ARE READY TO PROVIDE
LEGAL & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
- Registered Non-Profit Organisation (NPO): Reg. No. 007-490
- Non-Profit Company (NPC): Reg. No. 1997/003064/08
- Public Benefit Organisation (PBO): Reg. No. 130000462
- Section 18A Status: Tax-deductible certificates for qualifying donations.
- UK Registered Charity: Charity No. 112283
- US Registered 501(c)(3): EIN 20-8393140
DUE DILIGENCE AND PARTNERSHIP READINESS:
- Audited financial statements
- Organisational policies (including safeguarding, anti-fraud, procurement, etc.)
- Tax clearance certificates
- Board resolutions and registration documents
- Project-specific M&E frameworks and budgets
Thembalitsha Foundation is committed to transparency and accountability in line with the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), 2 of 2000. Please note that the PAIA Manual provided here is a general reference version downloaded from the official South African government website.This manual outlines the process for requesting access to information held by the organisation, in compliance with South African transparency and accountability requirements. For specific requests regarding Thembalitsha Foundation’s records, please contact our office directly.
