At Cathrina's Light Foundation, we drive transformative change in Hlabisa, KZN by empowering communities through educational support, creating opportunities for youth, and promoting health and dignity for all women. Our mission is to honor the legacy of Cathrina who was our grandmother that paved us a way to education and uplift those in need, ensuring a brighter future for all.
Objectives
1. Empower Women: Provide sanitary products and support to underprivileged women in our community to ensure their health, dignity, and well-being.
2. Support Education: Assist grade 12 students in exploring careers, applying for bursaries, and navigating college admissions to further their education.
3. Cultural Engagement: Organize the Miss Big 5 Hlabisa pageant to celebrate and empower women, promote cultural heritage, and raise funds for foundation activities.
4. Community Connections: Foster partnerships with local businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations to enhance program reach and sustainability.
Providing educational resources and support to communities.
Career Exploration and Bursary Support
Overview: Workshops designed to guide grade 12 students in exploring career options, writing effective applications, and preparing for college admissions.
Goals: Increase the number of students pursuing higher education and accessing funding opportunities.
Funding Needs: Resources for workshops, informational materials, and guest speakers.
Promoting health and dignity for all women in the community.
Sanitary Products Distribution
Overview: A program aimed at providing sanitary pads and hygiene products to underprivileged women and girls in the community.
Goals: Reduce stigma and improve access to menstrual health, ensuring that no woman is left behind due to financial constraints.
Funding Needs: Donations for products and funding for distribution logistics.
Miss Big 5 Hlabisa Pageant
Overview: An annual beauty pageant featuring contestants from various backgrounds, promoting talent, cultural heritage, and women's empowerment.
Goals: Raise funds to support other foundation programs while providing participants with personal development opportunities.
Year of Launch: 2022 (2024 will be the 3rd annual event) • Funding Needs: Sponsorship for venue, prizes, promotional activities, and operational costs.
