Projects
Ongoing Projects
Earthlings
Youth Development & Nature Conservation
Joslin, as a highly respected member of the community, is now a Director of the NPC. She does incredible work in youth development with ‘her’ Earthlings. Proudly, she is the current SANParks’ National Kudu Award’s Top Woman in Conservation Trophy holder.
Cleaning up
We have picked up 4,5 tons of litter in the community (3,5 tons in 2023 & 1 ton in 2024). As an on-going litter management initiative, we have built 1 x 6m & 2 x 3 m rubbish bin holders, with 6 or 7 to follow.
Thank you to our Sponsor: Glacier by Sanlam who donated R50 000 in both 2023 and 2024.
Partnerships
We have forged solid relationships on behalf of an all-inclusive Storms River Village of residents and businesses, with SAPS, the NPA (at an Eastern Cape Regional level), SANParks, SANParks Honorary Rangers, People and Parks, Natures Valley Trust, MTO, Dryland Event Management and Glacier by Sanlam.
Safer Schools
Awareness Campaigns with SAPS
Animal Rescue
STARS
STARS is driven by Estelle Hester. She continues to raise funds for the Storms River Animal Rescue Service. In 2023 she raised enough funds for the sterilization of 50 animals at a cost of R27 000.
Village Signage
Improving our Signage
Most of our street signs are also old, outdated, broken, made of wood, or not clearly legible anymore. We are in the process of updating, fixing, and adding new signage throughout the village. This includes street names, business names, a large information board, and a welcome sign.
Street lighting
Installing Solar Lights
We are adding some solar street lights to our village so that residents and visitors feel safer walking our streets after sundown and before sunrise.
Our plan is to install the lights as soon as we have the funding. The lights we want to install are motion sensor so that we can preserve our environment and limit our impact on wildlife. The lights operate at 30% brightness and go up to 100% when motion is detected.
Safety at home
There are several ongoing initiatives relating to safety at home. This includes numerous WhatsApp groups, awareness campaigns, and working towards grater cooperation between residents, SAPS, and security companies.
Music Sprouts Access Program
Music Outreach Initiative
Run by local musicians and music teachers Chanel & Mika, the Music Sprouts Access Program is an outreach initiative that aims to provide all local children with access to music lessons and instruments. This program relies entirely on donations and sponsorships.
If you would like to contribute or be a part of this project please get in touch with Chanel & Mika.
By-law infringements
We are working with SAPS regarding several By-law infringements: Stray animals, dogs not on leashes, businesses operating on Koukamma Municipality land etc.
Clearing Trails
Ongoing Maintenance
Thanks to generous donations and commitment from our community we are fixing our Plaatbos trails and clearing the northern fynbos belt.
Rebranding Trails
We plan to rebrand all the trails with updated signage. The first was completed in September 2024.
Tourism Safety & Standards
STORMS NPC now represents 99% of all businesses in the village, that is approximately 30 brands under one umbrella working together to improve the lives of everyone in our community.
Our Approved Members seal ensures that you can feel safe in a great place.
Future Projects
Safe House
A place to stay during emergencies.
We plan to improve the ‘Safe House’ at the back of SAPS. We want to create a safe place for children and parents who need a place for a short term stay during emergencies.
If you would like to contribute or be a part of this project please get in touch with us.
Economic Upliftment
Building a happier community together
One of the NPC’s primary objectives is social economic transformation for Storms River Village, for a better life for everyone, and equitable opportunities.
Our aim is to bring all the different segments of the village together through awareness, various projects, and initiatives. This includes residents, businesses, visitors, and all the different stakeholders in the area.
Branding & Marketing
Through the NPC we have established the Storms River Village brand and we will continue to build on this foundation through various marketing initiatives.
Improving our Trails
Ongoing Maintenance, Signage, Marketing etc.
There are several future initiatives planned.
Donate
We receive small monthly donations from the businesses in the village and rely on funding and volunteers.
Use the details below to make an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) straight into our account: STORMS NPC, Standard Bank, Account No: 10186030264, Plettenberg Bay, Branch Code: 050714. Please use your name as reference, and get in touch with us.
Volunteer
We have an ongoing requirement for volunteers and will be posting more details on the website soon. In the meantime please get in touch with us.
