Three CapeNature reserves in the Western Cape are now accepting donations of gently used clothing, blankets and essential items to support local non-profit organisations and communities in need.
Western Cape, South Africa (06 October 2026) – Your donation at one of these three Western Cape nature reserves can now bring some good to the communities living around them!
CapeNature has launched a new donation scheme giving visitors the opportunity to support community organisations through donations.
From 5 October, guests visiting Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve near Heidelberg, Kogelberg Nature Reserve near Kleinmond and the Cederberg Wilderness Nature Reserve near Clanwilliam can bring along clean, gently used clothing, blankets and a selection of essential items to donate.
Each participating reserve has set up a designated collection point at reception, where staff will help visitors drop off their donations. Everything collected will be distributed to the communities surrounding those reserves.
At Grootvadersbosch, donations will go to Mosaic Training Service and Healing Centre, an organisation that works to prevent and respond to domestic and intimate-partner violence.
Visitors to Kogelberg can donate towards the Hermanus Night Shelter, which provides shelter and support to people experiencing homelessness.
Donations received at the Cederberg Wilderness Nature Reserve will support BADISA’s Clanwilliam branch and its child protection work.
“Our nature reserves are part of local communities, and this scheme gives visitors a practical way to support the people who live alongside them,” said Mr Sheraaz Ismail, CapeNature’s Executive Director: Eco-Tourism & Access.
“If you have a blanket or clothing in good condition that you no longer use, bring it along on your next visit. Our local partners will make sure it reaches people who need it.”
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The collected goods will then be handed over to the participating registered NPO’s, which will distribute them to individuals and families who need them most.
If you’re heading to one of the three reserves, have a quick look through your cupboards before you go. A jacket you haven’t worn in ages, a spare blanket or a few basic toiletries could end up being really useful to someone.
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