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Spreading The Joy of Toys

Spreading The Joy of Toys

This week, we share an update from Cotlands’ newsletter, telling about the great success of their toy library programmes. Cotlands’ Toy Library programme has been whole-heartedly embraced by children, as well as our toy librarians. Olievenhoutbosch toy librarian Brutus says …

SimoneG | May 25, 2016 | Causes, Education, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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Q & A with Tales of Turning

Q & A with Tales of Turning

We like getting to know the people behind the non-profit organisations that we partner with. Today, Jenna-Lee Strugnell, who is involved with Tales of Turning which is run by the Narrative Foundation, tells us more about running a non-profit organisation. …

SimoneG | May 19, 2016 | Causes, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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A Little Story About How Far We’ve Come

We wanted to give you a quick summary of all the awesome things you’ve helped us and our partner NGOs do for others. Together, we’ve donated over R3 million to NGO beneficiaries!   Save

Lesa | May 19, 2016 | Causes, Education, Environment, Good News Story, Health Care, Job Development, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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Building Businesses & Bare Feet for Shoes

Building Businesses & Bare Feet for Shoes

Enterprise development is something we care about, so we’re looking forward to partnering with Trade-Mark, and NGO that trains, mentors and connects artisans with clients. Priya Pitamber tells us a little more about what they do. Funding Update: Eduplex & …

Lesa | May 17, 2016 | Causes, Education, Good News Story, Health Care, Job Development, Poverty Alleviation, Quiet Heros, Social Need |
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Social Enterprises Set Up To Change Lives

Social Enterprises Set Up To Change Lives

Enterprise development is something we care about, so we’re looking forward to partnering with Trade-Mark, an NGO that trains, mentors and connects artisans with clients. Priya Pitamber tells us a little more about what they do.   Two initiatives – …

SimoneG | May 12, 2016 | Causes, Education, Job Development, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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Q & A with iThemba Projects

Q & A with iThemba Projects

We like getting to know the people behind the non-profit organisations that we partner with. Today, Stu Walker, Director of iThemba Projects, tells us more about running a non-profit organisation.   In 10 words or fewer, what is the idea …

Lesa | May 4, 2016 | Causes, Education, Job Development, Profiles, Social Need |
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Some Facts About Food Insecurity

Some Facts About Food Insecurity

Few of us know what it’s like to truly be “starving” – it simply doesn’t feature as part of our reality. However, for many in our country, it’s an all too familiar feeling. According to research, 234 million people in …

SimoneG | May 4, 2016 | Causes, Health Care, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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Following the Crowd – Is It All That?

Following the Crowd – Is It All That?

The recent increase in crowdfunding platforms in South Africa has sparked interest from a number of sectors who see it as an alternative to more traditional ways of fundraising – be it in the for profit or non-profit sector. Is …

SimoneG | April 28, 2016 | Causes, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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School Fees: What Others Learnt From Their Mistakes

School Fees: What Others Learnt From Their Mistakes

We asked some experienced NGO leaders what they have learnt from their mistakes. Planning properly and in advance before committing to any timelines. Penny Mpanza, Director of the Let’s Build Our Country Fund NPC (LBOC) Never assume. Initially you might …

SimoneG | April 28, 2016 | Causes, Education, Environment, Health Care, Job Development, Poverty Alleviation, Profiles, Social Need |
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A Real Home – Legae La Nnete

A Real Home – Legae La Nnete

Self-sufficiency and independence are traits that our over-achieving generation seem to value. So when someone’s life is put on hold for them to deal with, and overcome, a drug addiction, it may not always evoke much understanding from onlookers. Thankfully …

SimoneG | April 20, 2016 | Causes, Health Care, Job Development, Poverty Alleviation, Social Need |
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