Who We Are

Where Rainbows Meet

Transforming Lives • Building Communities • Creating Hope

A registered non-profit organization based in Vrygrond, Cape Town, serving as a holistic community development center offering access to education, health support, food security, and empowerment opportunities.

Our Mission: Uplift and empower vulnerable individuals and families by addressing the root causes of poverty, crime, and unemployment through integrated programs and outreach services.

The Challenges We Face

Vrygrond - the oldest informal settlement in the Western Cape - faces significant challenges. But where others see problems, we see opportunities for transformation.

65%
Unemployment Rate
69.2%
Experience Crime
53.9%
Home Violence
25.3%
Alcohol Exposure

Our Strategic Focus

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Comprehensive Development

Programs for children, youth, women, and the unemployed across all life stages.

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Food Security

Ensuring food security with 7+ million meals served annually through our nutritional feeding program.

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Skills & Employment

Work readiness training, business support, income generation, and driver's license programs for disadvantaged youth.

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Community Services

Expanding awareness, legal, and social services through ECD, aftercare, and youth development.

Empowerment

Promoting dignity, security, and self-reliance through awareness and psychosocial support.

About Our Team

Passionate about driving change.

Behind the scenes, our dedicated team works year-round to ensure no one goes hungry and that our programmes run smoothly.

Team Member

Mymoena Scholtz

Director

Mymoena is the director, founder and strategic head of Where Rainbows Meet. As a passionate community advocate, she oversees the design and implementation of programs focused on skills training, socio-economic empowerment and holistic development to address community needs. Mymoena has been celebrated among prominent women Read more

Team Member

Kyle Luke Cupido

Project Manager

As Project Manager, Kyle oversees and coordinates community-development programs that promote skills training, education, youth empowerment and community engagement. His role blends leadership, program oversight, and hands-on facilitation to ensure these initiatives succeed. He represents the organisation’s mission to inspire and uplift the community by effectively managing its Read more

Team Member

Samantha Morris

ECD Principal/Youth coordinator

Samantha is the Principal of the Early Childhood Development Centre at WRM, where she oversees daily educational activities, supports teachers and caregivers and ensures a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment for young learners. Beyond early education, she designs and leads youth programs in dance and performing arts, Read more

Team Member

Fatiema Abrahams

Fundraiser

As a non-profit, WRM relies heavily on donations. As a fundraiser, Fatiema secures the financial support critical to keeping WRM’s services and programmes running. In her events role, she organises impactful fundraising activities, awareness campaigns, and community engagement Read more

Team Member

Taytin Johnson

Computer Facilitator

Taytin manages WRM's dynamic computer lab that teaches essential digital skills to 50 students daily through structured, hands-on programmes. In a community where access to technology and the internet is limited, his work provides vital opportunities for learning and growth. Beyond the classroom, he coaches the WRM soccer team, Read more

Our Recognition & Awards

Over the years, our dedication to community development has been recognized by various organizations. Explore our journey of achievements and the impact we've made.

2013

GrandSlots Award

Recognition for outstanding community service and dedication to social impact.

2016-2017

Len Breen Trophy

Best Community Service Project Award presented by Rotary Kromboom for exceptional community service.

2020

Amandla Ubuntu Foundation COVID-19 Award

Recognizing our vital community support and response during the global pandemic crisis.

2020

South Peninsula Football Association President's Award

Honored for our feeding scheme initiative during COVID-19, supporting community nutrition needs.

2021

Amazing Women Global Awards

Amazing Women Led Organization - celebrating exceptional women's leadership in community development.

2021

CMMI Excellence in Community Building Award

Recognition for outstanding community building initiatives and sustainable development programs.

2022

South Peninsula Football Association President's Award

Continued recognition for sustained community engagement and ongoing support programs.

2022

City of Cape Town SD&ECD Area South Award

Appreciation for contributions to Skills Development and Early Childhood Development programs.

2023

South Peninsula Football Association Appreciation Award

Recognition for ongoing dedication to community welfare and continuous positive impact.

2023

Good Hope FM Warrior Women Awards

Social Impact Award recognizing women leaders making significant positive change in their communities.

2024

Paul Harris Fellow Award

Prestigious recognition from The Rotary Foundation of The Rotary International for exceptional service.