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Resources, tips and stories designed to grow givers
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Whether you’re funding a dream or fueling a movement, The Giving Lab is your home for high-impact fundraising resources, inspiration, and heart.
Success Stories
32 Donors Helped Sambulo Celebrate His Degree at Home
R21 004 was raised
105% of the goal was reached
32 donors
32 Donors Helped Sambulo Celebrate His Degree at Home
R21 004 was raised
105% of the goal was reached
32 donors
32 Donors Helped Sambulo Celebrate His Degree at Home
R21 004 was raised
105% of the goal was reached
32 donors
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Press Release: Two South African Teen Innovators Selected for Prestigious Global Science Olympiad
After making history at a South African science fair, two Grade 8 learners have earned the opportunity to represent South Africa at the Genius Olympiad in New York.
Press Release: Barrydale Sprinter Selected to Represent South Africa in Europe
A talented young athlete from Barrydale has earned the opportunity to represent South Africa in Europe and is now raising funds to make the journey possible.
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…
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.
Before You Launch Your Campaign, Get Inspired with Success Stories and Tips
From emergency medical interventions to local community breakthroughs, explore the dreams that South Africans are making a reality right now. Every win is proof that when we activate the collective, the target is always within reach.
Growing Givers. One Story at a Time.
Every life-changing movement starts with a single, courageous spark. Whether you are gearing up to launch a brand-new campaign or looking to inject some fresh energy into an existing one, our curated guides are designed to help you take your fundraising idea to a fully funded reality.
The Launch Lab
We’ve got the frameworks to help you craft a compelling narrative, select powerful imagery, and set a realistic fundraising goal. From your first draft to your first donation, we’ll help you build the structure and confidence to share your story with the world and spark support from your community.
The Campaign Clinic
A strategic resource for overcoming plateaus and regaining momentum. Get the tools you need to diagnose engagement gaps, refresh your social messaging, and implement proven strategies. If your progress has slowed, let’s re-energize your campaign and get you to the finish line.
Over 7,000 Organisations Trust BackaBuddy with their Fundraising Goals
Are you ready to join this incredible community of schools, nonprofit organisations, social welfare groups, mental health champions, and more?
Multiply Your Organisation’s Impact
Scaling your mission requires more than just passion; it requires a reliable fundraising engine.
BackaBuddy partners with NGOs and Organisations to move beyond crisis fundraising and toward sustainable growth. We provide the purpose-built tools and secure payment infrastructure you need to turn your supporters into a powerful movement of givers.
Build sustainable income and grow recurring giving with
Nonprofits in South Africa are struggling under the pressure of shrinking international funding and unpredictable, one-off donations.
Donors for Life, a partnership between BackaBuddy and Paysoft Impact, offers a practical, guided solution to this challenge.
We help organisations secure a stable, predictable base of individual monthly donors, allowing teams to shift their focus from fundraising crises to continuous community impact.
50+ Organisations, 500+ Collective Recurring Donors
Here’s what organisations are saying about Donors for Life
Lorraine – Afrika Burns Creative Projects
The game changer was amount of attention and dedication by the team, having so many of you each week genuinely showing up to incubate, engage and cheerlead us on.
Glynne Wolman – The Angel Network
One of the best cohorts I’ve ever been part of. The team’s commitment was incredible, we were guided step by step, and it had a real impact on our organisation.
Events & Champion Fundraising with BackaBuddy
Turn Physical Momentum into Social Impact
Spark a friendly competition within your community.
Use our real-time leaderboards to highlight your top fundraisers and create a sense of healthy competition that drives higher donation volumes.
Empower your supporters to Run for a Cause.
Our platform makes it easy for individuals to create personal sub-campaigns linked to your main event. They do the running; we handle the tracking, so your organization can focus on the finish line.
The Newsroom
As the heartbeat of South African crowdfunding, our stories have been featured in the nation’s leading publications. Visit our Newsroom to read our latest press releases and see how BackaBuddy is growing givers and making headlines.
Featured in South Africa’s Favourite Publications
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Resource + Support Directory
Crowdfunding Tips
Boost your funding strategy with expert advice designed to maximize your total reach.
Platform Guides
Master BackaBuddy’s features with our simple step-by-step walk-through tutorials.
The Resource Hub
Access tools and resources for every stage of your crowdfunding journey.
Are you ready to change your life or help someone help someone change theirs?
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