Home

Give to Homeless People! Give Responsibly!

Tips:

• Know what is available; be aware of what is offered by local organisations (e.g. food, shelter or counseling)
• Show respect for human dignity: If in a secure environment make eye contact, introduce yourself, smile and have a gentle approach
• Gather information by asking the following questions: The person`s name and surname, where do they live, do they have children and their age.
• Be aware of the possiblility of manipulation. Be firm and appear confident; do not show any uncertainty.
• Identify the needs of the person, confirm them if possible
• If you are unsure how to proceed, call Straatlig on 084 547 1143
• The person can also be refered to other organisations, the names and contact numbers of which have been provided under Contact Us.
• If you want to help, please do not donate any money to the person, rather buy food.
• Refer to the guidlines on HOW YOU CAN HELP

Children can eat and sleep at the Youth Outreach Shelter. Giving street children money and food encourages them to stay on the streets, where they continue to beg and get involved in drug use. From Mondays to Fridays, Feeding in Action provides lunch for homeless people. All adults who spend the night at the Stellenbosch/Municipal Night Shelter also receive breakfast and dinner.