Door of Hope is a faith-based organization:


The Baby Saver Box
In 1999 a stainless steel box was built into the wall of Berea Baptist Mission Church in the inner-city of Johannesburg. The baby box was intended as a last resort for desperate mothers to relinquish their baby safely and anonymously, instead of abandoning the child on the streets. By God’s grace, the baby box started saving children, and it continues saving children to this day.
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OUR LOGO
Our Logo is a combination of three symbols, two African symbols for Hope and Love, and the creation of our own symbol for Faith, thus representing the core virtues of following Jesus.

Jesus is King.
We follow Jesus Christ, believing that His life, death and resurrection show him to be the King of all creation. And we believe that it is through faith in the King that children can be saved and find their purpose.

By God’s Grace All will be Well.
Too many babies are born without hope, people have given up on them, the world is a dark place for them, they appear to be hopeless. But God sees them, and God wants to give them a hope and a future.

Love Never Fails.
The greatest power in this world is love, because God is love. Jesus showed us this love by dying on the cross so that we may have life. We strive to love the children in our care with this same kind of sacrificial love.
GET INVOLVED
Together, we can change more lives.
For many years we have obeyed Jesus, answering His call to care for thousands of orphan and vulnerable children. The challenges are massive but we are encouraged by each precious child whose life has been changed for good. With the work of our committed team, and the support of generous supporters, we hope to impact many more lives, making our world a better place.
FOUNDER AND PATRON

Cheryl Allen
Founder and Patron
Cheryl Allen founded Door of Hope in 1999, coming up with the idea of the Baby Saver Box and having it installed into the Berea Baptist Mission Church wall. She is now retired, but remains a patron and advisor to the continuing work.
BOARD MEMBERS AND DIRECTORS

Vernon Mitchell
Chairman

Jean Pierre Nseke-Nzenga
Secretary

Kate Allen
Board Member

David John Allen
Chief Executive Officer
Ex-officio Board Member

Nadene Grabham
Operations Director

Kerryn Winckworth
Financial Director
MANAGEMENT TEAM AND OFFICE STAFF
(In alphabetical order)

Aletta Sparks
Finance/HR Administrator

Amanda Xatalaza
Social Worker

Angela Kizobo
Babycare Supervisor

Basani Maluleke
Childcare / Centre Manager

Celestine Kyangana
Home Manager

Claude Bonikay
Resources & Facility Manager

Dyna Salumu
Toddler Care Supervisor

Francinah Phago
Home Manager

Gavin Newland – Nell
Development & Facilities Manager

Hannah Thompson
Medical, Development, & Stimulation Manager

Jason Viljoen
Pastoral Care

Kathy Groome
Donor Engagement Manager

Natasha Bihlmaier
Social Worker

Shannon Matabula
Play & Learn Manager