Annual Conference at The Cullinan Hotel -
15 - 16 November 2025 (STEPping it Up)
The Cullinan Hotel
The conference has proven invaluable with members returning inspired and motivated to contribute to our collective mission.
Annual Conference 2025 Speakers
Mr. Edward Kieswetter, Mr Iain Williamson, Mr Zane Maes and Prof. Brian Figaji.
A special thank you to our Guest speakers. Your insights, expertise and thoughtful presentation not only enriched the experience but also inspired all of us in ways we will carry forward.
Organisations in attendance
Ithemba Educare, Belhar Comm & Nutritional Dev, Women of Prayer, Helping Hearts and Hands, Higher Faith Development, Hier Kom Ons Ontwikkeling, Belhar Youth Forum, Babies Treehouse Educare, Willing Hands. Catalyst4Care, Angels Day Care, Creative Funkies, JP Computers & Training, Zee’s Sportswear, Sebenza Nawe and All Saints Christmas Band.
Semi-debutante Ball - 06 September 2025.
On 6 September 2025, STEP and its affiliated organisations held the final fund raising for the year at the Elsies River Civic Centre.
S.T.E.P High Tea - 10 August 2025.
On 10 August 2025 STEP had its high tea and Robin McLaurie was the guest speaker at SHAWCO hall in Elsies River.
Karaoke Christmas in July - 06 July 2025.
Fundraising event with all STEP’s affiliated organisations.
Breakfast in Belhar - 03 May 2025.
STEP and Affiliated Organisations Host Successful Fundraising Breakfast in Belhar On 3 May 2025, STEP and its affiliated organisations hosted a vibrant and successful breakfast fundraising event in Belhar. The event brought together community members, supporters, and partners for a morning of connection, purpose, and celebration. Entertainment was provided by the dynamic Hier Kom Ons Ontwikkeling Band, whose performance added energy and inspiration to the gathering. STEP extends heartfelt thanks to all attendees, supporters, and contributors who made the morning a meaningful success.
Annual Conference at Lagoon Beach, Hotel and Spa -
30 November - 01 December 2024.
Lagoon Beach Hotel and Spa
The conference is the annual event that provides S.T.E.P with the opportunity to provide more in-depth training and exposure for the members. It also provides the members with a platform for networking, learning, and discussion. The fact that the conference is held at an hotel is a huge confidence booster for the leaders of the member organisations given their social circumstances. The conference also provides the opportunity to celebrate achievements and to motivate continued growth and development.
Annual Conference 2024 Speakers
Mr. Trevor Manual, Mr Jeremy Veary, Ms Karin Kortje and Prof Brian Figaji.
A special thank you to our Guest speakers. Your insights, expertise and thoughtful presentation not only enriched the experience but also inspired all of us in ways we will carry forward.
Organisations in attendance
Ithemba Educare, Belhar Comm & Nutritional Dev, Women of Prayer, Helping Hearts and Hands, Higher Faith Development, Hier Kom Ons Ontwikkeling, Belhar Youth Forum. Babies Treehouse Educare. Willing Hands. Catalyst4Care, Angels Day Care, Sunflower Educare, Creative Funkies, JP Computers & Training, Zee’s Sportswear, Sebenza Nawe, All Saints Christmas Band, Jabes Seniors.
Ballroom Dance at the Elsies River Civic Centre Main Hall (New Strings Dance Band) - 02 November 2024
Elsies River Civic Centre Main Hall
Fundraising in aid of the annual conference.
S.T.E.P. High Tea (A Spirit Of Generosity)- 01 September 2024
STEP's High Tea on 1 September in collaboration with Karin Kortje Makka- with the hand over of donations to the Haven Night Shelter in Kensington.
Mandela Day - 18 July 2024
Old Age Home, 30 Lotus Way, Matroosfontein
Old Mutual Corporate partnered with STEP to paint the communal lounge of the Old Age Home and handed out food parcels to the residence of the old age home.
Christmas in July - 06 July 2024
Christmas in July High Tea with STEP and its affiliated non-profit organisations on 6 July 2024 at the Minor Hall in Belhar.
Ms Euodia Samson, a Health and Wellness practitioner was the guest speaker. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the event.
Donations By Old Mutual - 08 June 2024
Thank you to Old Mutual Corporate for their generous donation of stationery to the non-profit organisations in the Delft and Belhar surroundings.
S.T.E.P. High Tea (Journey to Success) - 05 May 2024
The STEP High Tea, with its affiliated organisations took place on 05 May 2024 at the Huguenot Hall, Business Park, Belhar.
The theme was "the journey to success'
The speakers were Theolla Langehoven and Rabekka.
Meeting with Prof. Brian Figaji - 15 March 2024
The STEP Board met with Prof Brian Figaji on 15 March 2024 at the Lagoon Beach Hotel. A breakfast meeting that encouraged the board with suggestions to promote STEP in what we do as an organization, in order to make STEP more visible and marketable.
Meeting with Elizabeth den Braber - 03 March 2024
S.T.E.P. met up with Elizabeth van Braber on 03 March 2024 on her visit to Cape Town. The discussion was to collaborate with various individuals that Elizabeth mentioned and to action the business plan of S.T.E.P.
From left to right. Harriet, Joanna, Lynn, Debbie, Elizabeth
Conference - 25 - 26 November 2023
The annual conference for STEP took place on 25 to 26 November 2023 at the Protea Hotel Techno Park. The speakers for the conference were radio and TV personality Aden Thomas of Heart FM, Diana Ferrus, SA Story teller and writer, Mark Johnston of Cheshire Home for the disable. STEP is grateful that they took the time from their busy schedule to speak to the attendees about their story and journey from where they started to where they are now. Encouraging stories like theirs inspire us to continue what we do in the commnities, no matter how challenging it can be. STEP appreciates you.
Variety Show - 01 October 2023
The variey show took place on 1 October 2023. This is a platform where the organisations can raise funds for their organisations under the umbrella of STEP. STEP arranges the venue and the catering for the attendees of the event. it is great to see the talent in the communites.
S.T.E.P High Tea (Families in Crisis) - 03 September 2023
Majorie Saaiman and Ikhraam Botha (Ikie) were our guest speakers at the STEP high tea on 3 September 2023. Majorie spoke about her journey with her son and Ikie spoke about his journey of how he started until where he is now. Every person has a story and we must always be aware of how we speak to people because we will never know what their journey is about. STEP thanked them for their openness and honesty when addressing the guests at the event and wish them well on their journey going forward.
Thank you Gerrard & Candice for the shoes.
At the High Tea of the 07 May 2023, Mr Gerrard & Candice Henriques were speakers at the event. He saw the conditions of the shoes of the children of the band and donated them brand new school shoes from Woolworths. The organisation that received the donation is "Hier Kom Ons Ontwikkeling".
High Tea - 07 May 2023
The theme of the high tea was about unemployment and drug and substance abuse within our communities and was held at the Minor Hall in Belhar. Speakers were Mr & Mrs Henriques and spoke about the individual journeys to success from a difficult childhood.
Caledon Bus Trip - 29 April 2023
On the 29 April 2023 a Bus trip to Caledon was organised to be a fund raiser to assist in raising funds for the end of year conference and to provide the NGO's with knowledge of how to plan and organise a fund raising event.
To the people you who supported this event, Thank you.
Conference - 26 - 27 November 2022
The Conference was held at the Cape Sun, from the 26 - 27 November 2022. The theme was back to basics to assist in guiding the NGO's to assess their business to comply with Social Development criteria.
Speakers was Ms Anthea Jacobs & Ms Diane Ferrus.
Anthea Jacobs did a presentation on the importance of NGOs and how successfull they can become, while serving their communities.
Diane Ferrus did a workshop on how to start writing. the members attending were not very confident when they started but through her guidance, the words started flowing. Everyone had a chance to read a few lines of what they wrote and the confidence just grew.
Variety Show - 06 November 2022
A Variety Show was held at the Minor Hall in Belhar to raise funds for the end of year conference.
There were various acts and speakers that entertained the crowd.
High Tea - 04 September 2022
A Hight Tea was held at the De Waveren Primary School in Ruyterwacht to raise funds for the end of year conference.
There were various acts and speakers that entertain the crowd, including a Mr Ikhraam Boeta who spoke candidly of his life journey.
High Tea 29 May 2022
A High Tea was held at the Minor Hall in Belhar. The theme was sponsored by Old Mutual.
Old Mutal provided advice regarding, 'Saving for Tomorrow'.
There were various acts and speakers that entertained the crowd.
