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    HCI Foundation
    HCI Foundation
    • info@hcifoundation.co.za
    • +27 21 424 6010
    • Suite 801, The Point, 76 Regent Road, Sea Point
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    We are working towards a South Africa where everyone thrives!

    We are working towards a South Africa where everyone thrives!
    About Us About Us

    Who we are

    HCI Foundation is the corporate social investment arm of HCI, a black empowerment investment company that has its origins in the Southern African Clothing and Textile Workers’ Union. Our primary concern is uplifting all people in South Africa so that all may share an improved quality of life. We aim to bring about change and make a sustainable impact in underdeveloped and underprivileged communities through interactive partnerships with other stakeholders.
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    What we do Areas of focus

    Main Focus Areas

    EDUCATION

    Our education funding encompasses initiatives across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels, ensuring comprehensive support throughout individuals' educational journeys.
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    EDUCATION

    YOUTH & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

    Our Youth Development Programme empowers young people with skills, creativity, and confidence for economic success.
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    YOUTH & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

    ENVIRONMENT

    Our Environmental Programme fosters community-driven sustainability through resource development and education initiatives.
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    ENVIRONMENT

    Other Focus Areas

    COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SUPPORT

    This programme is run in the Western Cape in partnership with Golden Arrow Bus Services, which provides transport support for various community programme participants.
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    COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SUPPORT

    INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES & HUMAN RIGHTS ADVOCACY

    Our Refugee Support Programme aims to encourage social cohesion, integrate refugees socially and economically by partnering South African communities with existing NPO programmes, maximizing impact.
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    INCLUSIVE COMMUNITIES & HUMAN RIGHTS ADVOCACY

    NON-PROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING ENGAGEMENT

    We invest in capability building of partner organisations, striving to unlock potential and provide life-changing opportunities regardless of socio-economic status
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    NON-PROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING ENGAGEMENT
    Investing in Potential

    Building a Brighter Future for South African Communities

    HCI Foundation partners with local organisations to address critical needs and empower communities across the nation.

    OUR VISION

    We envisage a South Africa where young people are inspired and empowered to create thriving and sustainable communities.

    OUR MISSION

    Beyond funding, we aim to spark human potential and capacitate organisations towards sustainable and ethical growth and development.

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    2023/4 Beneficiary
    1617 +
    Communities impacted
    165 +
    NPOs Partners 2023/4
    691 +
    People employed across our partners
    PROJECT SHOWCASE Our Projects

    OUR PROJECTS

    Education

    Western Cape Alumni Brunch 2024

    Education | Environment

    Community Empowerment and Sustainable Development: A Visit to Thanda and Ndunge Village

    Education

    Empowering Early Childhood Development: Ubunye Foundation’s Impact and Challenges

    Education | Environment | Youth Skills & Development

    Hluhluwe Access To Clean Water

    Bursary Applications

    HCI Foundation bursaries are primarily for our current bursary recipients who will be returning to university in 2024, and new applicants at Honours and Post-graduate Diploma level at the institutions listed below.
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    Community Engagement Applications

    HCI Foundation (HCIF) Grant Programme supports non-profit organisations (NPOs) that work with South African communities to become self-reliant and sustainable.
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