Our soup kitchens form an essential part of our commitment to supporting vulnerable members of the community. During the COVID-19 lockdown, the need for food relief in the Plettenberg Bay area grew dramatically. With the support of a large network of volunteers and generous donors, People of Love helped provide more than 1.2 million meals through soup kitchens, mobile soup kitchens, and food parcel distributions.

While the number of soup kitchens has reduced since then, the need for access to warm and nourishing meals remains significant. Today, we continue to support community feeding initiatives, including a soup kitchen that prepares around 400 meals each week for those in need.

Our feeding programs focus especially on children and the elderly, ensuring that the most vulnerable members of the community receive regular meals and care. Every Kids Club day is accompanied by a warm meal, creating a safe and nourishing environment where children can learn, play, and develop new skills. Meals are also provided during activities outside the community, such as swimming lessons and Nippers (lifesaving training), ensuring that children are supported and nourished while taking part in these important opportunities.

Wherever possible, we also encourage community members who receive support to become involved—whether by helping in the soup kitchen or assisting in our community food gardens—creating a spirit of shared responsibility and empowerment.

Through this work, we aim not only to provide immediate relief, but also to strengthen community connections and build pathways toward greater self-sufficiency.