Welcome to the BackaBuddy Impact Village
A space where purpose meets progress. Here, we share practical insights from our team, proven crowdfunding guidance, and real stories of people whose lives are changing because ordinary donors chose to act
Funding Your Film or Theatre Project: A Step-by-Step Crowdfunding Guide
Discover how to fund your film or theatre project using crowdfunding on BackaBuddy, with practical tips to build support, raise funds, and bring your creative vision to life.
After an Unexpected Accident: This Little Boy’s Story Shows the Power of Collective Kindness
After a devastating accident left 5-year-old Roland with a fractured skull, hundreds of supporters helped his family access urgent medical care.
How South African Students Can Fund Their Dreams Online
From bursaries to books, discover how South African students are using online crowdfunding to close funding gaps and stay on track to graduate.
More Than R133 000 Raised to Help Caroline Heal and Return to the Music She Loves
After a colon cancer diagnosis, musician and teacher Caroline Blundell received overwhelming support from her community through BackaBuddy.
How Donors Helped Johan Access Life-Saving Cancer Treatment
After advanced colon cancer returned, donor support helped Johan access critical treatment and eased the burden on his family.
A Fire Couldn’t Wash Away What Dutchie Surf Means to the Surf Community
After a fire destroyed Dutchie Surf Designs, supporters rallied behind a small business crowdfunding campaign to help Josh rebuild.
School Fundraising Ideas to Help PTAs Crowdfund Big Projects
For many parents, school fundraising can sometimes feel like a second job. From bake sales to raffle tickets and all the civvies day in between, parents and teachers are left to juggle all of it. While traditional school fundraising ideas still work, when schools need…
How a Medical Crowdfunding Campaign Fueled Benjamin’s Journey Towards Walking
Born three months premature, Benjamin faces neurological challenges. Thanks to donor support, he is now one step closer to walking.
Saving Wildlife Together: How Crowdfunding Supports Animal Rehabilitation
Wildlife crowdfunding is becoming a powerful tool for animal rehabilitation and conservation organisations across South Africa.
After Devastating House Fire, Over R263 000 Raised to Help Port Alfred Family Rebuild
After a devastating house fire destroyed their Port Alfred home, the Coville-Reeves family received overwhelming support through BackaBuddy.
32 Donors Helped Sambulo Celebrate His Degree at Home
After studying in Hungary, first-generation graduate Sambulo Maphumulo raised over R21,000 through a BackaBuddy graduation fundraiser to return home for his graduation ceremony.
How Hundreds of Donors Helped Support Jan-Hendrik’s Cancer Fight
Hundreds of donors helped Jan-Hendrik Truter and his young family raise over R690,000 through a BackaBuddy cancer crowdfunding campaign.