There were plenty of smiles and happy faces on Tuesday, 20 October, when the Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA), in partnership with KFC Add Hope and Grassroots Educare Trust, celebrated World Food Day with more than 170 children from its Early Childhood Development (ECD) Nutrition Support Programme on the West Coast. The children enjoyed a […]
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A nutritious meal, a little extra cheer and a shared commitment to nourishing young minds marked PSFA’s World Food Day celebration in Kraaifontein. In recognition of World Food Day 2026, the Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA) brought a special touch to lunchtime at Eagle’s Nest Christian Primary School in Wallacedene, Kraaifontein, on Friday, 16 October. […]
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For many South African families, putting food on the table is not always as simple as deciding what to cook for dinner. It can mean carefully stretching groceries until payday, choosing filling foods over more nutritious options, or making a meal smaller so that there is enough for everyone. Sometimes, there is food in the […]
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For a child who arrives at school hungry, concentrating on a maths problem or following a lesson can be a real challenge. Before learning can happen, basic needs need to be met, and having enough to eat is one of them. For many children across South Africa, a meal at school is an important part […]
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The first few years of a child’s life are incredibly important. It is a time of constant growth, discovery, and change. Children are learning to walk and talk, developing social skills, exploring their surroundings, and beginning to understand the world around them. Behind all of this development is something very basic, but essential: good nutrition. […]
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Every child deserves the chance to walk into a classroom ready to learn. But for some learners, the school day starts with a challenge that has nothing to do with homework, tests, or textbooks. It starts with hunger. When there is not enough food at home, concentrating in class can become difficult. A child may […]
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The Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA) is delighted to announce that it has received a remarkable donation of R698,500, raised through the popular television game show Deal or No Deal Celebrity. Sponsored by LottoStar and broadcast on SABC 1, PSFA was selected as a beneficiary charity, with celebrities playing to raise funds for the organisation’s […]
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The 58th Blisters for Bread, in association with Lucky Star, took place on Sunday, 16 August 2026, at the Green Point Common Sports Grounds, uniting 10,000 participants for a memorable day of community spirit, entertainment and fundraising in support of the Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA). Participants took part in 5km and 10km walks along […]
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PSFA was proud to be recognised by Oceana at the 4th Annual Oceana CEO-CSI Engagement, held at the Pepperclub Hotel in Cape Town on Friday, 20 August, celebrating an incredible 27-year partnership. Over nearly three decades, the partnership between PSFA and Oceana has made a meaningful difference in the lives of children attending schools affected […]
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Imagine trying to concentrate in class when all you can think about is your next meal. For many children, this isn’t just an occasional distraction; it’s part of everyday life. Hunger doesn’t simply make learning more difficult; it can affect a child’s confidence, attendance, and ability to reach their full potential. When we talk about […]
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