The #ThinkGood event in Cape Town brought together a vibrant community of non-profit organisations to share knowledge, insights, and resources.
Cape Town, South Africa (16 September 2024) – Whether they feed the hungry, are on a mission to preserve the environment, help empower young people or advocate for human rights – non-profit organisations are like the unsung heroes of society, supporting various people and groups in many different ways despite requiring resources to continue their good work.
Woodstock in Cape Town was abuzz of excitement and good vibes as dozens of nonprofit and civil society organisations (NPOs) for the recent #ThinkGood, annual event for the sector to share expertise, insights and contacts.
The gathering was coordinated by the NPO Service Providers Network, which brings together professionals who serve NPOs in South Africa and beyond.
Members work in a variety of fields including fundraising, financial services, human resources, communications, marketing, training, legal services, and more.
The free event has become a firm favourite on the Cape Town non-profit calendar.
Inyathelo, an NPO that enables the non-profit sector to build capacity and sustainability, hosted the event at its well-equipped Civil Society Hub.
Expert keynote speakers presented on topics such as technology and AI for NPOs, applying entrepreneurship and impact management frameworks, monitoring and evaluation, how to transition through a growth phase, and empowering NPOs through the art of storytelling.
Futurist Charlotte Kemp stressed the importance of organisation leaders challenging themselves and equipping themselves for the future.
“We need to flex our brains and come up with solutions. We have new problems and have to find new ways of thinking about them.”
Inyathelo acting executive director Feryal Domingo said she was delighted to have hosted this event, a reminder of the importance of ongoing learning.
“Our Civil Society Hub is open throughout the year for nonprofits to access resources. These include a wide range of publications, guides, and toolkits on key topics such as governance, fundraising, and advancement. Visitors can also access FundingFinder, a tool that helps NPOs identify potential funding opportunities tailored to their needs.”
Sources: Inyathelo
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