What We Do

Programs & Events

Our work is built on three pillars of service, supported by year-round events and campaigns.

Food Hamper Distribution

Food Hamper Distribution

For 25 years, food hamper distribution has been the heart of our mission. Started with 100 hampers in 2000, we now aim for 6,000 hampers in 2025. 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.

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Deepavali Festival Giving

Deepavali Festival Giving

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.

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Community Partnerships & Collaboration

Community Partnerships & Collaboration

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.

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Working Together

Our Partnerships

We collaborate with organisations that share our commitment to seva, dignity, and feeding those in need.

Sai Food Kitchen — Monthly Feeding Seva

Community Partnership

Sai Food Kitchen

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

  • Monthly — Saturdays, 9:00 am
  • Umhlanga Hindu Society, 46 Hambridge Avenue, Somerset Park

Cooking Seva

  • Monthly — Sundays: 4:00 am Cooking · 7:30 am Chanting & Bhajans · 9:00 am Packing
  • 23 Sulzer Place, Phoenix Industrial Park

Love All • Serve All

2023 Diwali hamper packing preparation underway in the decorated distribution hall

Community Events

Recent Events

Highlights from our fundraising events and community gatherings.

Legends Live — One Night. One Stage.

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.

Packing and Distribution of Food Hampers 2025

August 13, 2025

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

Our ongoing flagship food hamper packing and distribution initiative, reaching families in need across the province.

Jyoti Jivanam 25 Year Silver Anniversary

August 12, 2025

Durban

Celebrating 25 years of service, seva, and sustained impact. Honoring our journey, our community, and our commitment to Zero Hunger.

Absolute 80's Barnyard Theatre Event

July 13, 2025

Durban

Fundraising event featuring entertainment and community engagement. Proceeds support our food hamper distribution programs.