About SAVE Foundation
SAVE Volunteering / SAVE Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO) founded in 2006 in Cape Town, South Africa. We run, manage, and fund our own Humanitarian and Wildlife projects. We are not a booking agent.
Our Mission
SAVE Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to wildlife conservation, community development, and volunteer engagement across Southern Africa. Our mission is to create meaningful and sustainable impact by supporting projects that protect natural ecosystems, uplift local communities, and provide volunteers with the opportunity to contribute to real change.
Operating across Southern Africa, we support over 35 humanitarian and wildlife projects, from early childhood education and youth development to wildlife conservation and rehabilitation. Through the dedication of volunteers, donors, and staff, we bridge the gap between need and opportunity, creating lasting impact for both people and wildlife across the continent.
What We Do
Our mission is to enhance, train, and empower communities across Africa while preserving conservation areas and rehabilitating wildlife. Operating across Southern Africa, we support over 35 humanitarian and wildlife projects — from early childhood education and youth development to wildlife conservation and rehabilitation. Through the dedication of volunteers, donors, and staff, we bridge the gap between need and opportunity, creating lasting impact for both people and wildlife across the continent.
Wildlife Conservation
We support conservation projects that protect wildlife, preserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable environmental practices. These initiatives play an essential role in safeguarding Southern Africa’s natural heritage for future generations.
Community Development
We work alongside local communities to support education, youth development, and access to essential services. Our projects are designed to create long-term impact by empowering individuals and strengthening communities.
Volunteer Engagement
We provide structured volunteer opportunities that allow individuals to contribute meaningfully while gaining a deeper understanding of conservation and community challenges. Volunteers work alongside experienced teams and play a valuable role in supporting ongoing projects.
Where We Work
SAVE Foundation operates across Southern Africa, with projects in South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia. Each location provides volunteers with the opportunity to support initiatives designed around the unique needs of the region.
Our Story
What do We Want to Achieve?
SAVE Foundation was established with a vision to create a platform where conservation, community development, and volunteerism come together to make a meaningful impact. Recognising the need for responsible and sustainable support in both environmental and social initiatives, the foundation was built to connect people with projects that truly matter.
Over time, SAVE Foundation has grown into a network of projects and partnerships that continue to support both wildlife and communities across Southern Africa.
Transparency And Accountability
SAVE Foundation is committed to transparency and responsible project management. We work closely with trusted local partners to ensure that all initiatives are implemented effectively and aligned with the needs of the communities and environments we support.
Support received is directed towards project implementation, including conservation efforts, community programmes, and the coordination required to run these initiatives responsibly.
– We aim to ensure that all projects are managed responsibly and contribute to measurable, long-term impact. –
Who Governs SAVE Foundation? Board of Trustees
Governance
Board of trustees
NPO 088-104
Saranne Hudson
Strategic leadership, operations oversight, volunteer coordination
Ndumiso Velem
Logistics, community connection, volunteer transport & support
Jorne De Haes
Board minutes, governance records, communications & digital strategy
Phumeza Ntsantsa
Financial oversight, ECD sector lead, Dunoon ECD Forum Chairperson
Yulia
Operations advisory, on-the-ground programme experience
Our Approach
Our approach is built on sustainability, collaboration, and responsibility. We work closely with local communities and conservation teams to ensure that every initiative is relevant, ethical, and designed for long-term impact. By focusing on practical, measurable outcomes, we aim to create meaningful change that benefits both people and the environment.
Sustainability
We focus on long-term solutions that create lasting impact for both communities and the environment.
Collaboration
We work closely with local communities and partners to ensure every project is relevant and effective.
Responsibility
All initiatives are managed ethically, ensuring they benefit both people and the environments we support.
Measurable Impact
Our projects are designed to deliver clear, practical outcomes that create meaningful change to contribute to a long-term impact.
Get Involved
There are many ways to be part of SAVE Foundation’s work. You can Volunteer and contribute to conservation and community projects or you can Support our initiatives and help expand our impact. Another way is to Partner with us to create meaningful change Together, we can protect wildlife, support communities, and create a better future.
