Jyoti Jivanam Movement of South Africa
What We Do
Our work is built on three pillars of service, supported by year-round events and campaigns.
For 25 years, food hamper distribution has been the heart of our mission. Started with 100 hampers in 2000, we have now distributed over 118,500 hampers and aim to reach 10,000 families in 2026. This act of giving is more than a service—it is our identity. Each hamper brings dignity and hope to families across Durban and beyond.
Support This Program
During the festival of lights, we intensify our efforts to distribute food hampers to the most vulnerable families. This special initiative honors our cultural heritage while fulfilling our mission to ensure no one goes hungry. Festival giving strengthens community bonds and demonstrates the power of collective compassion.
Support This Program
We work with like-minded organizations, community-based groups, and government bodies to expand our reach and effectiveness. Our latest partnership with Sai Food Kitchen includes a monthly R2,000 contribution and ongoing volunteer seva in vegetable cleaning and cooking. Through partnerships, we build capacity, share resources, and create sustainable solutions that address root causes of poverty and hunger in our communities.
Support This ProgramWorking Together
We collaborate with organisations that share our commitment to seva, dignity, and feeding those in need.
Community Partnership
Monthly Feeding Seva
Through our partnership with Sai Food Kitchen, Jyoti Jivanam contributes R2,000 each month and volunteers our time every month to help prepare nourishing meals for communities in need. Our members assist with vegetable cleaning and cooking seva as part of this ongoing monthly feeding programme.
Monthly contribution
R2,000 monthly
to the Sai Organisation
Monthly volunteer seva
Vegetable Cleaning
Cooking Seva
Love All • Serve All
Community Events
Join our Deepavali hamper drive, and browse highlights from recent gatherings.
Upcoming Event
Join us for our 26th annual Deepavali hamper drive as we work toward 10,000 families in 2026. Volunteers are needed to receive, pack, and distribute food hampers at Briardale Primary Hall in Newlands and Umhlatuzana Civic Hall in Durban South.
27 June 2026
Barnyard Theatre, Suncoast, Durban
An unforgettable evening of world-class tribute performances at the Barnyard Theatre, Suncoast, Durban. A portion of ticket proceeds went directly toward assembling Jyoti Jivanam food hampers for vulnerable families across KwaZulu-Natal.
August 13, 2025
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Our ongoing flagship food hamper packing and distribution initiative, reaching families in need across the province.
August 12, 2025
Durban
Celebrating 25 years of service, seva, and sustained impact. Honoring our journey, our community, and our commitment to Zero Hunger.
July 13, 2025
Durban
Fundraising event featuring entertainment and community engagement. Proceeds support our food hamper distribution programs.
