Neftaly Charity
November 2009 Report
Neftaly – Free State Office of the Premier Partnership
Report by: Chief Development Officer
1. Introduction
This report outlines the activities, achievements, and key developments of Neftaly Charity in partnership with the Free State Office of the Premier during the month of November 2009. The collaboration reflects our shared vision to promote community development, empower vulnerable groups, and strengthen service delivery across the province.
2. Partnership Overview
The partnership between Neftaly and the Office of the Premier has been instrumental in:
- Supporting social upliftment initiatives in under-resourced communities.
- Providing capacity-building workshops for youth, women, and local community leaders.
- Mobilising resources for sustainable development projects.
- Promoting transparency, accountability, and effective community participation in provincial initiatives.
3. Key Activities in November 2009
3.1 Community Engagements
- Facilitated five community dialogues across Mangaung, Thabo Mofutsanyana, and Lejweleputswa districts.
- Gathered input from over 1,200 community members on service delivery challenges and opportunities.
3.2 Youth Development
- Hosted a Youth Leadership and Entrepreneurship Camp with 250 participants.
- Provided mentorship on business skills, ICT literacy, and civic responsibility.
3.3 Capacity Building for NGOs & CBOs
- Conducted training workshops for 30 local non-profits on project management, financial accountability, and proposal writing.
- Strengthened local organisations to better deliver services in partnership with government.
3.4 Social Relief Initiatives
- Distributed 1,000 food parcels and clothing donations to families in distressed communities in collaboration with local partners.
- Initiated a “Warm Winter” drive, despite being off-season, by collecting blankets in advance for distribution in 2010.
4. Achievements & Impact
- Strengthened trust between communities and government structures through dialogue.
- Empowered young people to become active citizens and potential entrepreneurs.
- Increased capacity of grassroots organisations to operate sustainably.
- Delivered direct relief to vulnerable households, easing immediate hardships.
5. Challenges Faced
- Limited funding streams restricted the scale of outreach activities.
- Transport and logistics in rural areas remain a key barrier.
- High unemployment and poverty rates continue to fuel dependency, requiring stronger long-term interventions.
6. Way Forward
- Expand community dialogues into all districts of the Free State in 2010.
- Establish structured internship and learnership programmes for unemployed youth.
- Strengthen fundraising and donor partnerships to sustain charity programmes.
- Continue fostering collaboration with the Office of the Premier for long-term development planning.
7. Conclusion
The November 2009 partnership activities between Neftaly and the Free State Office of the Premier have demonstrated the value of collective action in tackling socio-economic challenges. With stronger resource mobilisation and ongoing commitment, we believe the foundation laid this month will yield long-term benefits for communities across the province.
Prepared by:
Chief Development Officer
Neftaly Charity
November 2009

