Substance abuse & mental health · Prevention & support

It’s okay to not be okay.

Mthimkhulu Welanga Organisation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping young people overcome substance abuse and build mentally healthy, productive lives.

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Established
2023
Registration
290-537 NPO
Programmes
8 skills
Mthimkhulu Welanga Organisation crest: a rising sun and a sapling above the words It's okay to not be okay.

Established 2023 · Bloemfontein, Free State

It’s okay to not be okay

“Long live the spirit of UBUNTU”

About us

A place to start again.

Bloemfontein, Free State · Established 2023

Mthimkhulu Welanga Organisation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing substance abuse and mental health prevention and support services to youth.

We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential. Through our skills development programmes, we empower youth to build a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

“Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive.”

Our approach

Skills that open doors.

We believe that skills development is a powerful tool for empowering youth and promoting positive change. Our after-care programmes give young people something to build, master and be proud of.

  • Agriculture

    Growing food, growing confidence.

  • Carpentry

    Working with wood and purpose.

  • Sewing

    Skill, patience and a finished piece.

  • Arts & Crafts

    Making things with your hands.

  • Leather-making

    Craft that lasts a lifetime.

  • STEM

    Science, tech, engineering, maths.

  • Jewellery

    Detail, design and pride.

  • Literature & Media

    Finding your voice and using it.

Vision

A society where every young person is equipped to rise.

Our vision is a society where all youth are equipped with the skills and support they need to overcome substance abuse and build healthy, productive lives.

Mthimkhulu Welanga Organisation, NPO · Established 2023

Join us

Every contribution makes a difference.

We invite you to join us in our mission to empower youth and promote positive change. Whether through volunteering, donating, or spreading the word about our organisation, you are part of the story.

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Volunteer

Share your time and a skill — from carpentry to admin. For volunteering opportunities, visit our office during office hours.

Talk to us about volunteering
02

Donate

Materials, tools, food or funding all help our after-care programmes keep running. Contact us to arrange a donation.

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Spread the word

Share this page with a young person, a parent, a teacher or a friend. One conversation can change a direction.

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Office hours

Monday – Thursday
8:30am – 4pm
Friday
8:30am – 2pm
Saturday & Sunday
Closed
Public holidays
Closed

Contact

Registration

MTHI(MKHULU) WELANGA ORGANISATION

610-1021

Reg. No.: 290-537 NPO

“Long live the spirit of UBUNTU”

Talk to us

Three ways to reach out.

Book a time to see us, leave a comment, or send a message without giving your name. Whatever you choose, you will be treated with respect.

  • Appointment Choose a day and time that suits you. We will confirm by phone or email.
  • Comment Feedback, a suggestion, or a word of encouragement for the team.
  • Anonymous message No name, no email, no phone number. Only what you choose to write.

Prefer to speak to a person?

WhatsApp 082 555 0282

Your details are used only to arrange this appointment. Office hours: Mon–Thu 8:30am–4pm, Fri 8:30am–2pm.

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