Encounter Hope

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Empowerment

Encounter Hope is the charity arm of Encounter Church, founded by
Leon & Este-lee du Preez.
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WHO IS ENCOUNTER HOPE

Who we are

Encounter Hope, in partnership with founders and senior pastors Leon and Este-Lee du Preez, is a registered Public Benefit Organisation (PBO 930071084 ) committed to community service.
 
Our mission is to carry the Spirit’s anointing, empowering us to bring the gospel to the impoverished, heal the brokenhearted, declare freedom to the imprisoned, restore sight to the blind, and liberate the oppressed. Luke 4:18
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Make a difference today

Become a volunteer

Dedicate your time and skills to make a direct impact. Our volunteers are the backbone of our operations, providing essential services and support to our beneficiaries.

Donate to support

Your financial support fuels our programs and reaches directly into the heart of our initiatives. Every amount counts towards creating a significant difference.

Become a Hope Champion

Your consistent support is more than a donation; it’s a lifeline that sustains our ongoing projects and paves the way for long-term initiatives to thrive.

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Upcoming Events

Christmas Love Box

The Christmas Love Box outreach spreads holiday cheer by providing gifts to underprivileged children. Each box is filled with toys, treats, and love, making sure every child experiences the magic of Christmas. Join us in bringing smiles to little faces this festive season!

RAISED FUND

$7,000

REMAINING

$10,000

EXPIRE DATE

27 Aug, 2021
Back 2 School Drive

Our Back 2 School Drive provides essential school supplies to underprivileged children, ensuring they are ready to learn and succeed. With your support, we can equip students with the tools they need for a brighter future. Join us in making a difference this school year!

RAISED FUND

$8,500

REMAINING

$10,000

EXPIRE DATE

27 Aug, 2021
How You Can Support Us

Payfast

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Bank Details

First National Bank
Acc: 63114628019
Branch: 253742
Swift code: FIRNZAJJ

CALL TO ACTION

Empower community change with Encounter Hope

Together, we have the power to change lives and build a future filled with hope. Take action today and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Your support is not just a donation; it’s an investment in a brighter, hopeful tomorrow.

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BUILDING A BETTER TOMORROW

Ongoing Initiatives

Birthday Joy brings happiness to underprivileged children by hosting birthday parties filled with cakes, gifts, and games. Help us ensure every child experiences the joy of celebrating their special day!

Faith Behind Bars is a prison ministry dedicated to offering spiritual support, guidance, and encouragement to incarcerated individuals. Through faith-based programs we aim to foster hope, redemption, and transformation.

Beyond the Badge is a ministry dedicated to offering encouragement and spiritual support to security guards and police officers. We aim to uplift and strengthen those who protect our communities.

We provide support, companionship, and services to ensure seniors live with dignity and joy. Join us in making a difference in their lives!

Bucket of Love is our ongoing ministry providing non-perishable food to individuals and families in need. Join us in spreading love, one meal at a time!

MEMBERS / VOLUNTEERS

Meet the team

Nadine Horton
Operations Manager
Oversees the daily operational activities of the organisation and coordination between departments.
Vanessa Wellsted
Outreach Program Strategist
Developes innovative outreach initiatives that align with the mission and goals, ensuring positive community impact.
Hettie Mills
Administrative
Oversees the administrative processes and implements organisational policies, and coordinates with internal teams to optimise efficiency.
Adre Joubert
Network Manager

Cultivating and managing relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and community members.

Hopelands Stephen Lamprecht

Thank you to Prophet Leon and Este-Lee du Preez and the incredible leaders and people at Encounter Church. We recently had a delightful visit from a team from Encounter Hope of Encounter Church. They bought gifts and did playtime time with the vulnerable and abandoned children in our rescue home. The children here at Hopelands had a wonderful time


Cop Watch Founder

Since Encounter Church started praying for our staff members there has not been any incidents where we have lost any of our members or even where someone got hurt.


EduPEN ECD Center Founder

We want to express our deepest gratitude for your involvement with Pennies ECD Center, now named EduPEN ECD Center. Your support has been instrumental in helping us provide a nurturing and educational environment for our young learners. Your contributions and your dedication to our center has not gone unnoticed.

PEN Founder

Dear Encounter Church At PEN we are so thankful for the involvement of Encounter Church. During their visits, they show genuine love for people and participate with serving hearts. Their openness to engage and to connect with people are precious. Thank you, Encounter Church, for all your hard work and effort to reach out to the community. May you experience God’s love and provision in abundance. ~ Susan van der Walt

Villa Gloria Founder

Villa Gloria residents are grateful towards Encounter for the difference you made and being part of our cause. The brand-new blankets were a huge blessing to our community. We appreciate your support more than words can express. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your generous contribution ~ Villa Gloria Community

Tshwane Place of Safety
 Jenny Smith

We at Tshwane Place of Safety would like to thank everyone who contributed once again towards Christmas gifts for our beautiful, less privileged children. Just know the smiles on their faces was priceless when receiving the presents


OUR TESTIMONIALS

What our happy benificiaries say !

Over the years, we have partnered with many organizations. Through your generous contributions and donations we have been able to bring real change to their communities. Here is what they say.

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