one nutritious meal at a time.
We fight to give every child in their early development phase a bioavailable, high protein meal at school.
During a child’s early development stages it is critical that they receive quality macro & micro nutrients in order to grow and develop towards their full potential. The INANI StartWell Foundation was established in 2018 to help mothers & teachers support children with affordable nutrient-dense ready to eat meals.
The story of us
We were founded by Org van der Wath, a certified teacher turned entrepreneur with 30+ years experience in the private business sector in South Africa. Alongside leaders in the nutrition industry our team developed a meal that is rich in bioavailable proteins and contains a diverse ingredient profile. The StartWell Grow meal was born and currently more than 10 000 children enjoy this as a breakfast daily all over South Africa.
What we do
Craft high-quality ready-to eat meals in-house
We operate a state-of-the-art, food-safe twin-screw extrusion facility, allowing us to proudly produce and manufacture all our meals in-house. This ensures complete control over ingredient quality, recipe consistency, and food safety throughout the entire process.
Combating stunting through education and nourishment
Beyond providing children with daily ready-to-eat meals, we actively address the root causes of malnutrition by raising awareness and educating caregivers on the importance of proper nutrition. Before each program launch, we invite teachers to attend workshops facilitated by qualified professionals. These workshops delve into the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for complementary feeding of infants and young children aged 6–23 months, empowering caregivers with the knowledge and skills to nurture healthy development.
Connecting donors with beneficiaries is a core part of our mission
We are proudly recognized as a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Level 1 or 2 contributor, demonstrating our commitment to economic transformation in South Africa. We can assist businesses in achieving their Economic Development (ED) and Socio-Economic Development (SED) goals through tailored scorecard support, and offer assistance in obtaining Section 18A tax exemption certificates.
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What makes us different
Craft high-quality ready-to eat meals in-house
The INANI StartWell Foundation owns the majority of the StartWell Foods (Pty) Ltd shares.
We focus on biologically available proteins
Although growing children need diverse diets, a lack of daily access to animal-sourced proteins is the missing piece of the puzzle we aim to address.
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