Donations come in many forms. While financial contributions are always deeply appreciated, gifts in kind are equally valuable in helping us deliver our programmes and services effectively.
Each year, we compile an annual wish list that highlights the equipment and resources needed to support our work on the ground. Every contribution, big or small, helps us make a meaningful difference. If you’re interested in supporting us, we invite you to take a moment to review the wish list below.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping us create lasting impact.
Maternal Health Initiative
The Pebbles Project Maternal Health Initiative was implemented in 2016 and operates from the Pebbles Clinic in Stellenbosch and the Pebbles Project Twinings Mobile Health Clinic in Clanwilliam. The initiative aims to provide pre-natal, post-natal and mental health support to pregnant women from farming communities to promote healthy pregnancies.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Sanitary pads
- Toweling nappies
- Baby blankets
- Wipes
- Newborn nappies
- Barrier cream
- Body wash
- Body cream
- Vaseline
- Bath towels
- Face cloths
- Cotton wool
- Cotton buds
- Nail clippers
- Surgical spirits
- Thermometer
- Breast pads
- Nipple cream
- Baby vests
- Socks
- Mittens
- Babygrows
- Beanies
- Soft toys
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Plastic 42L Crystal Clear Underbed Box - Available at Mambo’s
- Tulababy Fold-up Cot Mattress (77 x 40 cm) - Available at Baby City
- Exercise mat x 2
- Alcohol test (Alcohol Rapid Urine Tests) - The cost is R479.00 for a pack of 40 tests, and we would like to purchase 120 tests (3 packs)
- Electric breast pump x 6
First Thousand Days Programme (3 months - 2.5 years)
The Pebbles Project First Thousand Days (FTD) Programme aims to provide support to children aged 3 months to 2.5 years in terms of nutrition, healthcare, and education.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Playmats
- Bead mazes for babies
- Scoops and pourers
- Sensory-motor toys
- Small plastic balls
- Hoola hoops
- Beanbags
- Postbox toys
- Wooden threading toys
- Big Lego blocks
- Interlocking and block picture puzzles (3
- months – 3 years)
- Construction toys (Wrenches, bolts, screws)
- Stacking cups/rings
- Lacing activities (laces and beads)
- Busy boards
- Finger paints
- Funnels for babies
- Thick wax crayons
- Glue
- Stickers
- Paint brushes (Various sizes)
- Play dough
- Soft baby books
- Wet wipes and tissues
- Surgical gloves
- Scissors with patterned blade/safety scissors
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Large sensory tables
- Interlocking floor mat puzzles
- Sensory activity mats for babies
- Fidget toys
- Sensory books (0 - 3 years)
- Child mattresses
- Speaker with USB port
- Flash drive
- Slinkies for sensorial activities
- Black and white sensorial books
- Plastic see-through containers with lid
- Sensory hanging mirrors for babies
Early Childhood Development Programme (2.5 - 5 years)
The Pebbles Project Early Childhood Development (ECD) Programme aims to develop children aged 2.5 to 5 years holistically in order to create a solid foundation for lifelong learning and well-being.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Puzzles (15, 20, 24, 36 and 48 piece)
- Scoops and pourers
- White craft glue
- Colour paper
- Thick wax crayons
- Age-appropriate books (3–5 years)
- Puzzles (5, 10, 12, 24 and 36 pieces)
- Balls (Various sizes)
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Large sensory tables
- Wooden pallets for playgrounds
- Tyres for playgrounds
- Fidget toys
- Sensory books (3 - 5 years)
- Scooter bikes
- Flip and catch (Bean bag game)
- Child mattresses
- Speaker with USB port
- Flash drive
- Rocking chairs × 3
- Large soft mats × 3
School Enrichment Programme (6-18 years)
The Pebbles Project School Enrichment Programme provides homework and life skills support to school-going children between the ages of 6 and 18 years. The programme aims to provide a safe space for children to receive academic support when they return from school each day while their parents are still at work.
Consumable items (always needed)
- A4 hardcover books
- A4 softcover books
- Flash cards
- Stickers
- Puzzles (10 piece, 24 piece, 48 piece and up)
- Board games (Senior phase)
- Playing cards
- Dominos
- Flip file (20, 30, and 50 pockets)
- Copy paper
- Wet wipes
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Small tables and window blinds (For two
- After-School Clubs)
- Curtains x 12 (Small and short café-style)
- Tablecloths x 15 (Standard yellow/black
- plastic tablecloths)
- Carpet x 5 (For Grade R - Grade 3 learners to
- sit on during reading time)
- Hoola hoops
- Skipping ropes
- Balls
- Netball ring (with stand)
- Load shedding light/rechargeable light x 20
- Fan x 5
- Fold-up tables and chairs
- Heater x 5
- Multiplug x 10
- Extension cable x 10
- A3 display flip file x 42
- A4 hardcover book x 100
- A4/A5 journals for practitioners
- Free rental of venue in Stellenbosch – for an educational outing or talent show for SEP learners, towards the end of 2026, for approximately 250 participants.
Primary Education Programme at the Pebbles Academy (6 - 13 years)
The Primary Education Programme (PEP) provides quality education to children aged 6 - 13 who attend the Pebbles Academy school at the Pebbles Hemel-en-Aarde Education Project (HEAEP) in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley near Hermanus. Pebbles Academy offers education from Grade R to Grade 7 for children from approximately 40 farms across the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.
Consumable items (always needed)
- A4 paper
- A4 laminating pouches
- Pens (Blue and black)
- Pencils
- Pritt
- White wall paint (Interior and exterior)
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Learner desks
- School book bags
- White school socks
- Tekkies
- Winter school uniform
- Sportswear for athletics, soccer, netball, and rugby
- Gazebos
- Umbrellas
Once-off items (currently needed for the school kitchen)
- Serving spoons
- Steel forks, spoons, and teaspoons
- Industrial whisks
- Stick blender for blending baby food
- Large mixing bowls
- Brooms, mops, and bucket
- Plastic containers
- Packaging material for food
Youth Development Programme (15 - 25 years)
The Pebbles Project Youth Development Programme (YDP) supports young adults (aged 15–25 years) from farming communities by helping them enroll in further education or training opportunities. This empowers them to gain essential life and practical skills, enabling them to seek gainful employment and ultimately become self-sufficient, responsible members of society.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Hygiene items for males (Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap)
- Sanitary and hygiene items for females (Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, sanitary pads)
- Juice (Concentrated juice such as Oros, Splash, Fusion, etc.)
- Snacks (Rusks, cookies, breakfast bars)
- Arts & crafts supplies, specifically equipment for woodwork, decoupage, mosaic and beading
- PPEs for general maintenance programme
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Laptops x 10
- Laptop bags x 10
- Water cooler for the Stellenbosch Youth Development Centre x 1
- Sponsor to support young adults’ 3-day self discovery camp (Estimated cost R40,000 per camp; two camps per year; approximately R2,700 per student)
- Lockable steel cupboard
- Laminating machines x 2 (Currently shared with the programmes team)
- Paint for our Youth Development Centre in the Hemel-en-Aarde
- Gardening tools
- Toolboxes for general maintenance course
- Uniforms for hospitality and wine programme
- Cordless mouse x 10
Garcia Fashion Pod
The Pebbles Project Garcia Fashion Pod was generously sponsored by the Stichting Garcia Foundation. The pod is based at our head office at Villiera Wines in Stellenbosch and forms part of the Youth Development Programme. The pod serves as a creative hub for former Youth Development Programme beneficiary, Robin Piedt, as she pursues her career as a fashion designer. The pod also supports income generation for the organisation through the sale of pre-loved clothing.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Pre-loved clothing
- Fabric
- Cricut vinyl (Preferably yellow and black, but any colours welcome)
Once-off items (currently needed)
Clouds Hospitality Pod
The Pebbles Project Clouds Hospitality Pod was generously sponsored by the Stichting Garcia Foundation. Based at our head office at Villiera Wines in Stellenbosch, the pod forms part of the Youth Development Programme and provides beneficiaries with real-life experience in barista skills and shopkeeping. It also supports income generation for the organisation through the sale of food and drinks.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Coffee beans
- Tea (Assorted)
Sugar and sweeteners
- Honey
- Milk (Long-life)
- Cold drinks
- Bottled water
- Crisps
- Biscuits
- Muffins
- Instant noodles or cup soups
- Paper cups, serviettes and disposable cutlery
Once-off items (currently needed)
- 25l air fryer oven
- Mini freezer
- Ice machine
- Microwave
- Kettle
- Sandwich press
- Storage containers (Airtight, various sizes)
Nutrition Service and Pebbles Kitchen
The Pebbles Project Nutrition Service was initiated after identifying that the children attending our centres were not receiving a well-balanced, nutritious diet, which is essential for optimal growth and learning. To address this, the Nutrition Service ensures that all beneficiaries at our centres receive wholesome, nutritious meals daily. These meals are prepared in the Pebbles Kitchen and delivered to the centres, where practitioners heat and serve them to the children.
The Pebbles Kitchen is actively involved in food rescue efforts, welcoming donations to help combat food waste. By contributing surplus or short-dated food items, you play a key role in reducing waste. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerated vehicle, enabling us to arrange collection directly from you. Additionally, your generous donation may qualify for a tax deduction, ensuring that your generosity also yields rewards for you.
Food items (always needed)
Vegetables
- Carrots
- Potatoes
- Sweet potatoes
- Butternut
- Onions
- Cabbage
- Leeks
- Peppers
- Pumpkin
- Corn
- Peas
- Celery
Fruit
Proteins
- Eggs
- Peanut butter
- Chickpeas
- Kidney beans
- Lentils (Red and black)
Grains and legumes
- Rice
- Pasta
- Samp and beans
- Barley
Canned and preserved goods
- Tinned tomatoes
- Tomato puree
- Tinned pineapple
- Tinned coconut milk
Dairy
- Milk (Long-life)
- Yoghurt
- Margarine/butter
Breakfast items
Bread
Condiments and spices
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking oil/olive oil
- Vinegar
- Tomato sauce
- Soy sauce
- Mixed herbs
Health and wellness service: The Pebbles Clinic
The Pebbles Clinic is located on Villiera Wines in Stellenbosch and serves the neighbouring farming communities. It offers primary healthcare, wellness, and dental services to Pebbles beneficiaries, their families, and local community members. Services for children are provided free of charge, while adults pay a nominal fee. Transport is available, and the clinic operates on an appointment system to minimise waiting times, addressing the challenges often faced at local government clinics.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Hooded baby towels
- Sanitary pads
- Surgical gloves (Medium)
- Cotton wool balls
- Printing paper
- Toilet paper
- Plastic containers
- Batteries (Various sizes)
- Coffee, sugar, and milk
- Medicine spoons
- Plastic carrier bags
- Measuring tapes
- Drawer organisers
- Toothbrushes (Adult and children’s)
- Toothbrush holders/covers
- Toothpaste
- Dental floss
Social Work Service
The Pebbles Project Social Work Service consists of a team of qualified social workers providing therapeutic interventions to children, parents, and families from farming communities in need of emotional support. The social workers conduct home visits to beneficiaries on partner farms, offer parent training sessions to strengthen family relationships, and host workshops in collaboration with action committee members elected from within the farming communities.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Rain ponchos for all of our beneficiaries, especially during the rainy winter months
- Reflective vests for beneficiaries walking along the road (For high visibility)
- Stationery for learners in need
- School uniforms for learners in need
- Non-perishable food items
- Soup packs (For parent training sessions)
- Arts and crafts supplies (For use in therapy sessions)
- Board games
- Household cleaning products
- Notebooks for clients to journal in
- Sweets for group sessions and life skills sessions
- Care packs for girls and boys (Toiletries)
- Vouchers to purchase food, etc. for parent training, sex education and life skills sessions
- Printing paper
- Coffee, tea and milk
Once-off items (currently needed)
Special Educational Needs Service
The Pebbles Project Special Educational Needs Service aims to provide comprehensive occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and multidisciplinary support to beneficiaries facing developmental and learning challenges.
Consumable items (always needed)
- Dexterity/jumbo tweezers for fine motor skills
- Handy scoops/fine motor scissor scoops
- Happy senso gel
- Craft pom poms (,edium)
- Big beads for threading
- Ice cream/popsicle sticks (Various colours and plain)
- Shaving cream
- A4 laminating sheets
- Food colouring for water play
- Play dough
- Colour paper
- Chalk (Various colours)
- Velcro (Both sides)
- Magazines (For cutting, naming items, describing)
- Puzzles to send home for therapy (12, 24, 36, 48 piece)
- Tummy time water mats
- Ziplock bags
- Baby oil
- Paperclips
- Plastic straws
- Bubbles
- Balloons
- Masking tape
- Skewers/sosatie sticks
- Blocks
- Reading books
- Crayons
- Toy cars
- Prestik
- Rope (Thick and thin)
- Counter circles
- Hair gel
- Clear soap
- Buttons
- Cornstarch
Once-off items (currently needed)
- Language assessment (Pearson preschool language scales fifth edition)
- Therapy blocks
- Peanut ball
- Therapy parachute with handles (Large)
- Therapy wedge (Low)
- Therapy wedge (High)
- Hedgehog balance pods
- Balls (Small and soccer ball size)
- Baby doll set with bath
- Yoga balls (65cm)
- Laminating machine
- Beanbags
- Scooping cups for water play
- Ball pit / play pit balls
- Mr Potato Head toy
- Toy trolley with toy food
- Mouth model for speech therapy
- Doctor kit for pretend play
- Toy cell phone
Vehicles to enhance staff and beneficiary support
Double-cab pickup for Stellenbosch
- To access remote areas, as many of the farms we support are located in regions with poor, often impassable roads, which are particularly challenging during Cape Town's winter months (June to August).
- To transport large deliveries of educational resources and equipment to our educational centres on our partner farms.
- To transport staff: To enable our team to reach remote areas for training workshops and other essential activities.
Estimated cost: R800 000 - R1 100 000
16-seater minibus for Stellenbosch
- To transport young adult beneficiaries in our Youth Development Programme to and from the centre, as well as to activities such as work experience, job interviews, and internships, enabling them to fully engage in all aspects of the programme.
- Used by the social work team for SASSA and Home Affairs visits, as well as to transport beneficiaries to life skills sessions and sexuality workshops.
Estimated cost: R600 000
16-seater minibus for Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
- To transport young adult beneficiaries in our Youth Development Programme to and from the centre, as well as to activities such as work experience, job interviews, and internships, enabling them to fully engage in all aspects of the programme.
Estimated cost: R600 000
Thank you! We sincerely appreciate your time and consideration to support our organisation. If you'd like to contribute, please drop off your donations at our headquarters on Villiera Wines, Stellenbosch. Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@pebblesproject.co.za.