I love serving alongside my sister-in-law Jackie knowing that, in some small way, we are helping these beautiful children at Ya Bana Village. It’s been amazing to see how God has worked over this time and to be part of this mission.

Jann Bridgers

Volunteer and shopper - Jann was touched by what she heard about the children of Ya Bana village. Jann has served in the children's room at the mission house for about 10 years.

Get involved!

Want to do more to help make a difference in the lives of our children in South Africa? Whether you are an individual, family, organization, church group, or a workplace you can find a way to make a difference.

Volunteer

Nothing is more rewarding than helping others in need. Giving of your time for just an hour, a day, or even more not only makes a difference in others' lives, but yours as well. Many blessings are received through volunteering.

Current Opportunities:

Not limited to the options below.

Sorting and Pricing Donations
Clothing Sorting and Pricing
Jewelry Room Assistant
PopUp Sales
Lamps/Small Appliance Cleaning and Repair

Assist with monthly Mission Pop-Up Sales

Our pop-up sales are none like you've ever seen before! The house is set up in sections for easy shopping. Each area showcases themed collections including high quality furniture, art, clothing, and jewelry. With exceptional steals, tucked in every corner, you are sure to find the treasure that is perfect for your home.

Pop-up sales are held the 2nd Saturday 10 AM to 1 PM (and Friday before7 AM to 12 PM) and last Saturday of each month 10 AM to 1 PM (and Friday before7 AM to 12 PM), except for December.

Post sale help

Extra hands are always needed the Monday after a sale.

Help with donations

Donation pick ups

Weekly sale preparation

Help is needed weekly for pricing items, sorting, displaying. and decorating.

100% of sale proceeds go to benefit the Ya Bana children.

Ways to help pay for Mission House expenses, bake a cake!

Home-baked sausage biscuits, coffee cake, muffins, bread, cookies, cakes, and pies are all donated. These items are not sold but will be obtained by making a donation to the mission during our sales.

These proceeds help pay for all overhead expenses for example: postage, electricity, computer paper, toilet paper and paper towels and so much more!

If you would like to “Bake” for Mabopane, please email bakers@mabopanekids.org. This enables us to send 100% of funding to benefit the Ya Bana children.

Call or email if you or your mission group would like to assist. For more volunteer opportunities, contact us at admin@mabopanekids.org or call Ashley Napier at 919-362-8974. Alternatively, simply complete the form linked below and we will be in touch.

The other volunteers are some of the most wonderful people I have ever met; and we care so much about each other and the children who benefit from our work. It’s truly a miracle what Mabopane Foundation has accomplished since 1998 when Becky visited South Africa for the first time and the first donations were received on behalf of the children. And I am proud to be a small part of it.

Jackie Seawell

Volunteer and shopper - Jackie has been volunteering for about five years. After retiring from teaching, she was introduced to the work of the foundation by her sister-in-law. Jackie works on decorating the kids' room at the mission house.