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"Community is the heart of humanity"
The Nicarela Charity
At Nicarela Charity, we believe in the power of community and compassion. Since 2008, we've been on a mission to break the cycles of poverty, hopelessness and despair through targeted and meaningful contributions to those in need. Nicarela focuses on education, skills, and resources that create lasting positive change.
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What We Do: We support local charitable causes that uplift children and young adults, offering aid to sustainable solutions that change lives.
How We Do It: Our flagship events, including the vibrant Parkview Potjie Competition and the magical Parkview Christmas Market are not only fun but also powerful fundraisers that directly benefit those in need. Its through your support that we are able to help those in need!
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Our Impact: Every event, donation and volunteer effort helps us amplify our impact. We focus our efforts on donating all proceeds from our events to our beneficiaries in meaningful and tangible ways. Over the course of our operation Nicarela has donated over R8 Million!
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Get Involved: Join us as a volunteer, attend our events or become a member and help create the change the world needs. Together, we can transform lives and build a brighter, more hopeful future for all.
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Thank you for your support. Let's make a difference, one event at a time!







The Parkview Potjiekos Competition
26 July 2026
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The Parkview Potjiekos Competition returns to George Hay Park on 26 July 2026 for a day of flavour, fun, and community spirit. More than just a cooking competition, this much-loved event brings people together over one of South Africa’s favourite traditions, with every bite helping support Nicarela’s charitable causes. Expect delicious potjies, lively entertainment, great local atmosphere, and all the ingredients for a memorable family day out.
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The Parkview Charity Christmas Market
20-22 November 2026
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The Parkview Christmas Market returns to George Hay Park for a festive celebration filled with holiday cheer, community spirit and unforgettable moments. More than just a market, this much-loved community event brings people together to enjoy beautifully curated stalls, delicious food, live entertainment and magical family experiences, all while supporting Nicarela Charity and its beneficiaries. Expect twinkling lights, joyful music, the Family Movie Night and all the moments you would expect for a truly special Christmas outing.
