To create a holistic operational model of community development which embraces travellers' philanthropy.

With the help of many overseas friends and tourists Calabash Trust has grown significantly, and together with Calabash Tours has won International awards for responsible pro poor tourism. Calabash Trust to date assists many schools, pre-schools and youth projects in and around the Port Elizabeth area. Through donations of food, school furniture, skill development training, food gardens, sports fields etc. we really are making an impact on the townships of our city. We work closely with the communities and projects to identify the needs.

Nutritional programme
Pre-school support and advancement
Skills development
Micro-enterprise
Internal learning and growth