OUR AIM

 I  left South Africa in 1997, after qualifying as an attorney and working  in the field of Public Interest Law.  I then spent 5 years in London  where I requalified as a Solicitor.  I arrived in Sydney in 2003 and  completed a Masters in Environmental Law.

Throughout  this period I have remained connected to South Africa and to the people  I have left behind.  My conscience lies with the people of South Africa  and I welcome this opportunity to make a small contribution to the  amazing work that the South African Angels are doing. 

I  am privileged to have met, in the Sydney Angels, like minded people  with a similar history and conscience to me and together we hope to  establish a sustainable charity in Sydney to support the already  established TAN branches in South Africa.  

 I immigrated to Australia in 1996 and left my heart in Africa.
So many amazing memories overshadowed by never ending worries of what I’d left behind.
Thirteen years ago I started raising money for FeedSA and then recycling  and sending books, school/sports uniforms, shoes and general clothes to  SA, Zambia, Kenya, Congo and local Australian communities. 

I could never have done these projects without the beautiful network around me.
I'm now excited to join The Angel Network Sydney so that we continue  raising funds on a larger scale with greater accountability to our  donors.
The goal is to network, work collaboratively and help angels help others. 

I grew up in Cape Town, South Africa, and continue to have a deep love and connection to the country and people that shaped me and will always be my home.  I left for Australia in 2008, and have worked in consulting and financial services in both South Africa and Australia.   I feel privileged to be able to support the amazing work The Angel Network is doing to support and empower the disadvantaged and underprivileged. 

 I arrived in Sydney in 1998 excited about a sea change and setting up my own Playball Kids Sports business. In South Africa I enjoyed using Playball to help young children integrate and play together in a multicultural environment. I really miss that aspect of my work but endeavour to give back in the way of supporting the wonderful work of the Angel Network in Australia, in making the lives of the vulnerable and less fortunate children and adults better. Together, we can change people’s lives 🌻

My name is Louise Fisher. Originally from Johannesburg, I have lived in Melbourne for 36 years. A piece of my heart is still very connected to South Africa. I have been fortunate enough to be involved with The Angel Network South Africa almost from its inception, collaborating together on many projects, helping hundreds and thousands of needy people. I am passionate about making sure that those doing it so tough in South Africa are helped in every way possible. Whilst I am involved with many causes, The Angel Network is the most rewarding as I see the immediate and direct impact they make on improving conditions for those in need. We have a committed team of Australian Angels who are determined to make a difference with many exciting projects. 

I’m Martine Chait born and raised in beautiful Cape Town. My husband and I moved to Sydney 23 years ago and have recently returned after living in Switzerland for 4 years. I feel blessed to have “found” and now assisting the Angel Network who are genuinely a team of “real” Angels who really do make dreams come alive!! We’ve been fortunate enough to sponsor our very own kitchen in Cape Town in honour of our two children whom we lost over the years and by giving back and feeding hundreds of children we’re able to keep our angels from above spirits alive .. thank you 🙏  

 Despite having left South Africa over 20 years ago, my heart remains with the rich African community I grew up in and amongst. 

Desperate  to help, I approached some fully fledged  Sydney Angels and in a matter of months The Angel Network Australia  was born. 

As a busy  psychologist/organisational consultant and mum of two beautiful  teenagers, my hands are quite full so having such a committed group of  ladies (man Angels are welcome) in Sydney making this happen is a true  gift. 

My hope is that the expat  community in Sydney will stand behind the Angel Network and stop to  briefly reflect on the depth, hope and spirit imbedded in the beautiful  country we all grew up in. 

 Growing up in South Africa I got to see a lot of first hand poverty at a young age. My family would often give out food to families living on the streets and seeing the smiles and gratitude that came from people has driven me to continue helping those in need. 

Last year I created the Angel Delivery Circuit. It is a 100% volunteer based group that works with Our Big Kitchen. 

Our local volunteers deliver delicious, healthy, fresh meals and produce on a weekly basis to anyone, of any background for as long as they need. Our volunteers network has  grown from 12 volunteers to close to 100 volunteers.

Initially, we were delivering 72 meals per month, we now deliver over 400 meals per month and we are growing on a weekly basis.

We are also planning on expanding to provide household items and appliances to those in need. 

I am honoured and grateful to be part of such a great network of Angels!