Nokuthula Gumede
Durban, South Africa
NOKS KITCHEN AND CATERERS is a budding enterprise born out of a passion for serving the community, particularly focusing on supporting parents and children within the LGBTIQ community. Founded post-graduation from TDA, its primary objective is to achieve sustainable growth and profitability to continue aiding this marginalized demographic. Initially serving the homeless near Durban’s beaches and the communities.
“Like seeds planted with care, a community nourished by a project grows strong, its roots intertwined with hopes of parents and the promise of changing the world.” Nokuthula Gumede
The overarching goal is to generate profit while creating employment opportunities for LGBTIQ parents. Maintaining high customer satisfaction is key to unlocking further growth avenues.
Project activities will center on revenue generation, with a vision to commence parent training programs, empowering them with valuable skills. Additionally, future endeavors like “One Child One Sandwich” aim to address the issue of children attending school without proper meals.
The target audience encompasses the broader community, including nearby schools, with aspirations for future projects to further benefit vulnerable children. NOKS KITCHEN AND CATERERS envisions a future where its impact extends beyond mere sustenance, fostering empowerment and inclusivity within the LGBTIQ community and beyond.