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The Homeless Home Project

Funds Raised:
R 207 098
Fundraising Target:
R 720 115
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At make-good we create solutions through creative collaborations.

As winter approaches, and the nights get cold, the homeless men and women on our streets are much more vulnerable to the harsh weather.  

With this initiative, we have developed a unique item of bedding that doubles as a lightweight jacket; A Homeless Home.

In collaboration with Klipa Denim – the item has been designed to be easy to use, lightweight and weather proof – where the wearer can keep it as jacket for the day and zip themselves into it as a sleeping bag at night.

  • The design has pouches which can be stuffed with newspaper to help insulate the jacket when needed.
  • It also has some pockets allowing the wearer to carry their most important possessions with them.
  • The garment has been created with a durable and strong fabric that can withstand the elements – it is wind- and water-proof

We prototyped the item extensively, interviewing and collaborating too with the people who will benefit the most from it, and through this design thinking we were able to craft something much more functional and suited to the harsh elements than we could manufacture on our own.

In 2021, through your generosity and sponsorships we were humbled to get over 500 units out onto the streets of South Africa to help give some comfort and warmth to members of our homeless community and this was just the very top of the very tip of the iceberg. 

Our intention for 2022 is to get 1000 units out onto Souh Africa's streets - So let’s make-good again and help make the nights of those who sleep rough, just a little easier.

Unfortunately due to rising costs, we have had to increase the cost per item for 2022 but any amount you contribute will go toward providing a little reprieve over the winter months. 

Each Homeless Home is locally manufactured and distributed for R512 (cost for Johannesburg distribution) and can help provide some warmth and comfort and a practical “home” for the homeless -  manufactured by South Africans for those that call our streets and parks their homes.  

Please contact us directly if you would like to purchase directly from us to distribute in your own neighbourhoods or cities, or chat to us about branding for corporate or other NGO requirements.  Contact us at [email protected] 

Donations

  • Sep 29, 2022 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "You guys rock " - ML
  • Sep 09, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
  • "Helping and Giving to the less fortunate is a Blessing. " - Doug
  • Jul 28, 2021 - R 100.00 Fees covered
  • "Every little bit counts!" - Mieke Neethling
  • Jul 28, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "May God bless South Africa through every donation" - Mignon Ruhling
  • Jul 27, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Fantastic initiative!" - Sam
  • Jul 22, 2021 - R 500.00
  • "Great idea" - Anonymous
  • Jul 21, 2021 - R 450.00
  • "Fantastic idea " - GH
  • Jul 21, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "Thanks-Homeless really need your project." - Audrey Marshall
  • Jul 17, 2021 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
  • "In solidarity" - Jenny Hodgson
  • Jul 16, 2021 - USD $ 36.29 Fees covered
  • "Thank you for the work you do! " - Claire
  • Jul 15, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Brilliant idea and love the execution. Thank you for caring. " - Tracy S.
  • Jul 15, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "Thank you." - Leanne
  • Jul 14, 2021 - R 389.00
  • "Love this idea!" - Lara Breytenbach
  • Jul 13, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "May you be multiply blessed. " - K L
  • Jul 13, 2021 - USD $ 36.75 Fees covered
  • "Brilliant idea!" - Mic
  • Jul 13, 2021 - USD $ 55.86 Fees covered
  • "Great work!" - Ross Farley
  • Jun 21, 2021 - USD $ 27.89
  • "Another person enjoying your contribution" - Kim Berman
  • Jun 18, 2021 - R 389.00 Fees covered
  • "Well done, Carlo! Love it!" - Beryl Shuttleworth
  • Jun 14, 2021 - R 400.00
  • "Great initiative coming from good design" - Anonymous
  • Jun 13, 2021 - R 400.00
  • "Carlo, may you and your team be blessed for all the help you give to the needy." - F F Group
  • Jun 11, 2021 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
  • "Thank you for this amazing initiative - Proverbs 19:17 " - Lily De Wit
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 500.00
  • "Brilliant initiative! Your philanthropy is appreciated." - Natasha
  • Jun 10, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "Love your work!" - Henning Rasmuss
  • Jun 10, 2021 - USD $ 38.49 Fees covered
  • "Thank you for doing this" - Anonymous
  • Jun 09, 2021 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
  • "Carlo, the man with a heart of gold, wishing you and your team all the best with this wonderful project. " - Paul Jackson
  • Jun 09, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "Thank you so much for making a difference in this world Carlo, we're so proud of you." - John and Michelle
  • Jun 09, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "100% committed to helping the homeless. Thank you for making it possible" - Charity Fusion
  • Jun 08, 2021 - USD $ 39.07 Fees covered
  • "..." - Arian
  • Jun 08, 2021 - USD $ 78.14 Fees covered
  • "Amazing project. Thank you for all involved" - Thread Fashion Solutions
  • Jun 08, 2021 - R 500.00
  • "Thank you for the wonderful work you’re doing." - Tammy Demain
  • Jun 07, 2021 - USD $ 74.49
  • "Awesome initiative - well done to everyone involved!" - Kim & Brett
  • Jun 06, 2021 - R 3 900.00 Fees covered
  • "Thanks for making a difference" - Helen&Pierre
  • Jun 04, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "I hope that this helps someoneJust a little to get through the cold." - Susan winkler
  • Jun 04, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "An enabling project!" - Dusanka Stojakovic
  • Jun 02, 2021 - USD $ 76.89 Fees covered
  • "A most worthwhile cause!" - Stan & Denise
  • Jun 01, 2021 - USD $ 60.25 Fees covered
  • "Brilliantly innovative response to the perfect storm that has been COVID. Solving many problems in one go. Thinking about all those who have a Jacket and those still in need after last night's rain! " - Howard D
  • May 27, 2021 - USD $ 61.46 Fees covered
  • "Fantastic initiative " - Anonymous
  • May 25, 2021 - USD $ 136.68 Fees covered
  • "Excellant idea. Wishing you all the success" - Wynne and Barry Abkin
  • May 23, 2021 - USD $ 14.33
  • "God bless" - Anonymous
  • May 23, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "A worthwhile initiative" - Denise
  • May 21, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "." - Nikki Meier
  • May 18, 2021 - R 450.00 Fees covered
  • "This is such an amazing initiative!" - Anonymous
  • May 14, 2021 - R 300.00 Fees covered
  • "Thank you!! Amazing " - The Homeless Home Project team
  • May 14, 2021 - R 400.00 Fees covered
  • "Thank you Carlo and Team for all that you do <3 " - Lexi & Grant
  • May 14, 2021 - R 100.00 Fees covered
  • "Sending all my love and I hope they know they are seen." - Liseli
  • May 11, 2021 - R 200.00
  • "Fabulous initiative" - Kim Berman
  • May 11, 2021 - R 3 900.00
  • "This is just a start. There are many more ideas where this one came from!" - A Budyy
  • May 08, 2021 - R 200.00 Fees covered
  • "It take a village to raise a child" - Marieta
  • May 08, 2021 - R 500.00 Fees covered
  • "This is incredible! We need more people like you in this world ! " - Melissa Dunford
  • May 08, 2021 - R 200.00
  • "These poor people need our help and prayers!" - P Gibson
  • May 07, 2021 - R 180.00
  • "We need more projects and people like Carlo in this world. " - David
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Statistics

Fundraising target

R 720 115.00

Donations to date

R 207 097.75

Funds raised offline

R 170 998.00
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make-good is a nonprofit company built around identifying societal needs and through the skills, support, and know-how of artisans and makers, we use design thinking to develop and create innovative solutions to make people’s lives better whilst simultaneously supporting small South African businesses in the creative sector.

NPO number  : 262-748 

Contact as at [email protected] if you would like to collaborate or find out more.