Young changemakers and volunteers actively engaged in community civic action
Volunteer & Get Involved

Join the Movement. Unlock Youth Potential.

Empowering South African township youth through entrepreneurship, mentorship, professional skills, and community action.

The Power of Collaboration

Why Volunteer with StreetBiz Foundation?

Transformation happens when skilled, passionate individuals collaborate to unlock the potential in South Africa’s township youth.

Whether you are an experienced executive, an entrepreneur, a student, or a creative specialist, your time and knowledge directly accelerate the work of our young community leaders ("Nelsons").

On The Ground

Grassroots Service & Community Building

Volunteers work shoulder-to-shoulder with Nelsons in community parks, cleanup initiatives, and school workshops.

Orange Farm Eco Park youth initiative led by Nelsons and volunteers
Township Greening

Orange Farm Eco Park Project

Transforming vacant township spaces into thriving community eco parks, vegetable gardens, and safe play areas for local children.

Volunteers and Nelsons collaborating in community cleanup and distribution
Civic Outreach

Community Field Days

Partnering on Mandela Day and International Day of Peace to support local waste pickers, clear illegal dumping spots, and paint school classrooms.

5 Ways to Contribute

Volunteer Pathways

Choose the pathway that best matches your professional skills, personal passions, and availability.

Pathway 1: Pro Bono Professional Services

Lend specialized expertise to build robust operational foundations for the movement and youth enterprises.

  • Legal & Governance: Entity structuring, contracts, IP protection, and compliance.
  • Accounting & Tax: Financial modeling, budgeting, and Section 18A systems.
  • Web & Tech Development: Full-stack development, UI/UX design, and database systems.
  • Media & Storytelling: Photography, documentary filmmaking, video editing, and copywriting.

Pathway 2: Workshop Facilitation & Masterclasses

Deliver high-impact 90-minute online or in-person clinics for active cohorts across South Africa.

  • Sales & Market Access: B2B sales pipelines, pricing models, and retail distribution.
  • Digital Literacy & AI Tools: Practical productivity tools and digital marketing.
  • Financial Literacy: Cash flow management and foundational bookkeeping.
  • Pitch Coaching: Public speaking, investor readiness, and storytelling.

Pathway 3: Governance Committees & Advisory Roles

Support organizational oversight and strategic growth by serving on specialized committees.

  • Finance & Compliance Committee: Fiscal monitoring and audit readiness.
  • Program & Volunteer Committee: Cohort milestone tracking and volunteer engagement.
  • Fundraising & Stakeholders: Grant application development and donor reporting.
  • Marketing & Social Media: Campaign design, brand visibility, and storytelling.

Pathway 4: Event & Expedition Logistics

Assist with on-the-ground coordination for flagship national gatherings and wilderness walks.

  • Annual Be a Nelson National Conference (Western Cape & Gauteng).
  • Regional youth pitch competitions, hackathons, and bootcamps.
  • The 10-day South Africa Adventure & Be a Nelson nature walks.

Pathway 5: Community Field Days & Mandela Day Action

Roll up your sleeves on community action days working shoulder-to-shoulder with Nelsons.

  • Establishing and cultivating community organic food gardens in townships.
  • Setting up digital learning spaces and resource hubs in township schools.
  • Participating in community youth sports and creative arts outreach.

Get Involved Today

Sign Up to Volunteer

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