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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
Russian Invasion | Ukrainians Reflect on the war, as Gift of the Givers Campaigns Launch to Provide Humanitarian Relief
Ukrainians observed the solemn anniversary of the Russian invasion that disrupted their lives and threatened Europe’s security on February 24, 2022. One year on, the scars of war remain fresh as individuals remember the lives lost, the homes destroyed, and the…
Brett and David, who has Down Syndrome and Autism, gear up for their 9th cycle tour together on bike and buggy
David Klinkr adt (17), a yo ung man living with Down syndrome and autism from Brackenfell, Cape Town , is gearing up for his ninth Cape Town Cycle Tour alongside his partner, Brett Chilcott (46) . Though David cannot ride a bicycle independently, he takes on the…
Maximize Your Tax Savings and Make a Difference: Donate to These Section 18A Charities on BackaBuddy
As the financial year comes to a close, it’s an amazing opportunity to show your support for charities that are doing incredible work in your community. Not only will you be making a positive impact on people’s lives, but you can also benefit from a tax…
The battle to breathe: An overseas drug could save 19-year-old Mikaeel’s life
Greenside, Johannesburg, South Africa – The family of Mikaeel Poonan, a 19-year-old young man diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, has launched a crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy in hopes of raising R600,000 to cover his life-saving medication for the next year….
Deaf and partially blind, Kerneelz, ‘the frosty faced gentleman’, wags his tail thanks to generous donor support for physiotherapy
In the small community of Kirstenhof, South Africa, a heartwarming story is unfolding. Daryn Sutton, a 56-year-old resident, is taking action to help Kerneelz, his friend’s beloved old frosty-faced dog. Kerneelz, a Boxer in his 14th year, has recently been…
Loadshedding Adds to 11-Year-Old’s Struggle with Rare Disorder and Ventilator Dependence
Elizabeth Jordaan, an 11-year-old girl from Robertson, Cape Town, is a testament to the human spirit’s resilience and determination. Despite the odds stacked against her since birth, Elizabeth remains an energetic and positive child who is eager to learn and…
Gift of the Givers Launches Aid Efforts in Turkey and Syria After Devastating Earthquakes
The Gift of the Givers has launched aid efforts in Turkey and Syria after the devastating earthquakes that have claimed the lives of 4300 individuals, and have caused insurmountable damage.
Animals in Need: Cape Town Model Takes on 207 km Ultra Marathon in aid of Animal Clinic.
Ryan “Choppy” Pike, a 29-year-old model from Hout Bay, Cape Town, is on a mission to make a difference in the lives of animals in need. Through the launch of crowdfunding campaign on BackaBuddy, Ryan hopes to benefit the Mdzananda Animal Clinic in…
Fundraising for Medical Treatment in South Africa
When families face unexpected medical crises, crowdfunding on BackaBuddy offers hope. Read how South Africans are raising funds for urgent treatment, care, and rehabilitation.
One-year-old with uncontrollable epilepsy needs urgent help
Jasmijn Duvenhage, a little one-year-old girl from Die Wilgers, Pretoria, was diagnosed with temporal lobe epilepsy at only 4 months old, after several tests, including an EEG test that measures electrical activity in the brain. Jasmijn has a rare genetic condition…
3-year-old Elijah left paralyzed after polio-like diagnosis dreams of walking again
Pictured above: Elijah Cottle at a surprise visit at Waterfront Helicopter Tours. Elijah loves Cars, Planes, Trains, Helicopters, Boats, and basically all modes of transportation. Elijah Cottle, a 3-year-old boy from Hout Bay , Cape Town, South Africa, was diagnosed…
Former Teacher Steps Up to Help Bright and Talented Student Siya Succeed
Siyabonga Lusaseni (11) is a bright and lively Grade 6 student at Pinelands North Primary School in Pinelands, Cape Town, who comes from a loving family in the Khayelitsha community. In his 5 years at Pinelands North Primary School, Siya has touched many hearts with…