About Us
Founded in 2017, the Wykes Foundation is a community-based non-profit organisation based in Hursthill, Johannesburg. Our mission is to serve as a sanctuary for vulnerable communities by providing accredited education, skills development, food security, and relief services.
We are driven by the belief that every person deserves dignity, opportunity, and access to resources that can improve their quality of life. Through sustainable programmes and strategic partnerships, we work to reduce poverty, unemployment, and inequality in South Africa.
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Why we do what we do?
South Africa is a country with complex problems. Too many people do not have access to formal tertiary education due to a variety of reasons, especially a lack of resources. A community centre with an accredited training facility is well-placed to reach and produce professionals and skilled artisans who are competitive and highly attractive to employers or equipped to establish their own businesses.
Where we are based?
The Wykes Foundation is based in the West of Johannesburg in Hursthill, next to Hursthill, next to Westdene, a community with a great heritage which has produced many leaders in politics, business, academia and civic organisations.
Our centre is however intent on providing a service to all community members
Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
- To empower vulnerable communities through accredited training, self-development, and relief services.
Vision
- A world where dignity, equality, and opportunity are protected for all.
Values
- Loyalty • Honesty • Trust • Accountability
- Respect • Diversity • Service Excellence