Richard Lubner
Registered not for profit (NPC) • South Africa
A long-term catalyst for healing, reintegration, and wellbeing.
The Meeting Me Foundation supports the rehabilitation, reintegration, and emotional and spiritual wellbeing of individuals and organisations across South Africa and beyond — through scalable models of care, training, tools, and strategic support.
About the Foundation
This Charter outlines the purpose, guiding principles, and operating framework of the Meeting Me Foundation — established as a registered not for profit (NPC) in South Africa.
Preamble
The Foundation serves as a long-term catalyst for supporting rehabilitation, reintegration, and emotional and spiritual wellbeing of individuals and organisations across the country and beyond.
It operates independently, guided by an Advisory Committee of founding members and experienced individuals committed to the mission — designed to preserve and grow stable, sustainable impact.
Guiding intention
Born from lived experience — through anxiety, depression, and the dark night of the soul — the Foundation exists because meaningful support is often unavailable to those without access to resources.
Our work strengthens both individuals and the systems that serve them.
Mission & Strategic Purpose
The Meeting Me Foundation exists to serve those experiencing emotional crisis, psychological challenge, or spiritual transformation — and to strengthen the organisations and practitioners supporting them.
Our mission
To create and support scalable models of care, training, and capacity-building for individuals and organisations working on the frontlines of human healing.
Support the supporters. Train the trainers. Strengthen the systems that serve.
Key focus areas
- Empowering coaches, healers, and facilitators through training and certification programs
- Building capacity of rehabilitation-focused NGOs and community organisations
- Creating somatic, spiritual, and emotional wellness tools that are accessible and adaptable
- Offering strategic grants, project support, and resource development aligned with the mission
Applications
A clear, time-bound process for pilot-based funding aligned with our trauma-informed, people-first approach.
How Meeting Me funding works
Meeting Me Foundation provides time-bound, pilot-based funding to community organizations aligned with our trauma-informed and people-first approach.
All funding begins with a one-year pilot phase and is never open-ended. We do not fund 100% of any project and work alongside other donors to support long-term sustainability.
Our funding process (summary)
- Submit a funding proposal with required documents
- Eligibility, financial, and program review
- Funding decision
- One-year pilot phase
- Six-month review
- Twelve-month evaluation
Following the pilot year, funding may end or be extended for 1–3 additional years, subject to milestones, accountability, and impact.
View full funding criteria & application requirementsFunding application process
Beneficiaries
Primary beneficiaries include:
- Individuals experiencing emotional, spiritual, or psychological hardship
- NGOs and nonprofits working in rehabilitation, recovery, or reintegration
- Research, training, and development projects aligned with the Foundation’s mission
Program Areas & Activities
The Foundation’s core activities build capacity, strengthen organisations, and scale access to embodied support.
Practitioner Training & Certification
Training and certification in trauma-informed and somatic approaches, with practical pathways for coaches, facilitators, and healers.
NGO Capacity Building
Partnerships with rehabilitation, recovery, and reintegration organisations to embed healing models and strengthen systems.
Peer Support, Retreats & Interventions
Peer support programs, retreats, and direct interventions where appropriate — grounded in dignity and care.
Toolkits, Digital Resources & Curricula
Accessible toolkits and learning resources to support emotional resilience and integration across communities.
Strategic Grants & Project Support
Funding and resource support for aligned initiatives — including lived-experience-led projects.
Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing
Working with local and international partners to amplify systemic impact through coalition-building and shared learning.
Reporting, Transparency & Collaboration
Annual reports will be published detailing program outcomes, financial statements, partnerships, and overall impact. The Foundation holds itself accountable to beneficiaries, donors, and the broader public.
Partnerships & Collaboration
The Foundation actively collaborates with local and international partners to amplify systemic impact through coalition-building, knowledge sharing, and joint initiatives.
Amendments & Evolution
This Charter may evolve over time with the approval of the Advisory Committee. Revisions reflect ongoing learning and commitment to founding principles.
A living foundation
The Meeting Me Foundation stands as a beacon of possibility: a place where deep healing, embodied support, and lasting transformation are not just ideals — but living realities, shared generously with all who seek them.
Governance & Advisory Committee
The Foundation is guided by an Advisory Committee of founding members and selected individuals aligned with its values. The Committee provides strategic direction, reviews proposals, and recommends initiatives for support.
Founding Members
Katherine Appleton
Mimmie Buhrmann
Will Rezin
Additional members may be appointed by consensus.
Legal Structure
The Foundation is established as a South African not for profit (NPC), registered in accordance with relevant statutory requirements and governed under applicable nonprofit legislation. It operates with full legal separation from any other entity while remaining in collaborative alignment with like-minded initiatives.
Financial Stewardship
Financial assets are managed with a view to long-term sustainability. Funds are directed toward programmatic support, training, and strategic grants, with responsible stewardship, annual audits, and public transparency.
Get Involved
Partner with us, join a training program, apply for support, or refer organisations in need.
Ways to get involved
- Partner with us
- Join a training program
- Apply for support or funding
- Contribute resources or expertise
- Refer organisations in need