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
Every Step Matters: Baby Adam’s Battle with Bilateral Club Foot
Three-month-old Adam du Toit, from Cape Town, is a brave little warrior facing a challenge that no child should have to endure. Born with a severe form of bilateral club foot, Adam’s ability to walk, run, and play like other children has been hindered by pain and…
More Than a Marathon: Jaco Van Schalkwyk’s Journey to Mentor 33 Boys Through The Character Company
In the heart of Cape Town, a race unlike any other stretches across 56 kilometres of breathtaking landscapes, challenging athletes from around the world. The Two Oceans Ultra Marathon, scheduled for April 5, 2025, is more than a test of endurance, it’s a platform for…
Community Rallies Behind Attorney Cancer Warrior Battling Metastatic Disease for Her Sons
Tanya de Bruin, 34 from Alberton, Johannesburg—an attorney by day, devoted mother of two, and a relentless cancer warrior 24/7—is bravely fighting triple-negative breast cancer that has progressed to metastatic disease. With each treatment session costing R130,000—and…
Little Cody’s Fight: A 3-Year-Old’s Battle Against Burkitt’s Lymphoma
Cape Town, South Africa – For 3-year-old Cody Leigh and his family, what should be a time of playful exploration has become a daunting battle against Burkitt’s Lymphoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. Cody, who should be immersed in the magic of childhood, days…
Revolutionize Your Fundraising: Jill Ritchie & Erica Schofield’s New Book on Crowdfunding for Nonprofits
Crowdfunding is redefining nonprofit fundraising by offering powerful tools to engage supporters and secure critical funding. In Crowdfunding for Nonprofits, experts Jill Ritchie and Erica Schofield provide a practical guide to launching successful campaigns, building resilient communities, and navigating the evolving fundraising landscape.
Carried for Miles, Determined to Learn: Sikholelwe’s Pursuit for Education and Independence
In the remote village of Gazini, KwaZulu-Natal, 13-year-old Sikholelwe Zikhali, a bright and motivated Grade 7 student at Mankunzi Primary School, has spent years overcoming immense challenges in pursuit of attending school. But now, as she prepares to transition to…
140 Donors, R219,000 Raised: How Kindness is Changing Steve’s Future
Steve has always been full of life, a steadfast source of support for those around him. Now, as he faces the greatest challenge of his life, his community has rallied behind him in an extraordinary show of generosity and kindness. In early February, Steve suffered a…
International Wheelchair Day: Raising Awareness and Advocating for Accessible Communities
International Wheelchair Day, celebrated annually on March 1st, raises awareness about the challenges wheelchair users face, celebrates their achievements, and advocates for more accessible communities. It highlights the importance of inclusion, independence, and…
Rare Disease Day: A Global Call to Raise Awareness and Support for Rare Conditions
Every year on the last day of February, the world observes Rare Disease Day, a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about rare diseases and the challenges faced by those affected. In South Africa, this day serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of…
Ubuntu in Action: NMU Students Revamp Spaces for Children at Protea Child & Youth Care Centre
A group of second-year Interior Design students from Nelson Mandela University (NMU) is stepping up to make a meaningful difference in their community. Driven by a deep desire to impact lives positively, these students have taken on the challenge of transforming the…
Port Elizabeth’s 16-Month-Old Warrior Zeeya Fights Rare Disease with Community Support
Little Zeeya Moodley, 16 months from Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape has faced a battle that no child should ever have to endure. Born on September 18, 2023, Zeeya’s life was forever altered when a severe case of bacterial meningitis swiftly escalated into a rare and…
Joshua’s Angels: A Community’s Love Gives 7-Year-Old a Fighting Chance
One person’s ‘small donation’ is another’s fighting chance. For 7-year-old Joshua Louwrens, this truth has turned his battle with cancer into a story of hope, resilience, and overwhelming community support. Thanks to the generosity of Joshua’s Angels, his network of…