Mandela Day
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Inspire
On 18th of July 2023 from 10am to 3pm, visit Botshabelo at 64 Maud Rd (R55), Crowthorne, Midrand. Bring your donations. Grab a coffee, make your mark, join us for some fun activities and celebrate with pictures while we take you on a tour of Botshabelo. BUT – Botshabelo has declared it to be Mandela Month – and you are welcome to contact us to have this unforgettable experience on any day!
Share with your contacts
Influence
Do you have an influential friend who is passionate about making a positive impact and works for a great company or even owns one?
We would love your partnership in reaching out to them and spreading the word about Botshabelo by becoming a Botshabelo Influencer, you can make a difference effortlessly.
We have already prepared the messages for you, so all you need to do is copy and paste.
Join the Skipathon
Move
Join our Skipathon - an opportunity for all of us to support a great cause while shedding a few grams from our weekend indulgence.
Date: July 16th
Time: 12pm
Location: Urban Kids
Entry Fee: R250 or Nappies/Formula
Bring your skipping rope, register, and let's make this Skipathon a memorable event for everyone involved.
Don't miss out on this chance to have fun, stay active, and make a positive impact.
Turn an opportunity into Action
Dream
Every human has a purpose. Every human has a dream. Mandela’s dream was for a united, free, equal South Africa.
Power is in your hands as you contemplate Mandela Day.
Botshabelo educates, values and empowers vulnerable babies and children.
Let's make a difference together
Take action, inspire, make a difference
“Do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are”
Mandela Day serves as a reminder for us to continually strive towards making the world a better place. At Botshabelo, we have decided to extend the Mandela experience beyond just one day. Starting from July, we invite you to join us every day, every month, all year round in our efforts to add value to our city.
What does this mean? We encourage both individuals and corporations to support Botshabelo throughout the year, becoming an integral part of our mission to make a difference. We have designed a unique experience for you, including our Drive Through donation drop off. If you have the time, we also invite you to join us inside and learn about our ongoing initiatives. Together, we believe we can achieve more.
As a non-profit organization, Mandela Day holds a special place in our hearts. It allows us to honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela while connecting with and celebrating our supporters and community.
This year, we are offering several partnership opportunities for you to get involved. Remember that BEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment) and Tax Benefits apply to all donations. Whether you are an individual or a company, we are more than happy to provide the necessary paperwork to kickstart the process and ensure you can avail of tax and BEE benefits.
Join us in creating lasting change and leaving a positive impact on our city. Together, let's make every day a "Mandela Day".
Get involved: Make a difference
Anyday - AnytimeWherever you areJoin us and be part of our transformative journey. We have created unique opportunities for your company to make a difference in our community. By partnering with us, you'll not only contribute to a great cause but also showcase your company's commitment to social responsibility.
Together, let's turn unused treasures into meaningful support. Your generosity can bring hope and brighter futures to those in need. Visit the Botshabelo Thrift Shop today and make your donation count. Learn More
Donate your pre-loved items
Formula (Lactogen 1 & 2, Nan 1 & 2)
Nappies (sizes 0, 1, 2)
Baby Wipes
Baby Cereal
•Creche Guard Multivitamin Syrup
Reuterina Drops
Vi-Daylin Drops
Epimax Junior Baby Cream
Dischem Vouchers
Baby Home Essentials
Peanut Butter & Jam
Long Life Milk
Cereals (Cornflakes, Weetbix, Oats)
Starch Staples (Samp, Pap, Pasta)
Sugar & Salt
Tea, Coffee
Canned Goods (Tomato & Onions, Mixed Veg, Baked Beans, Sweetcorn, Tuna, Pilchards)
Toilet Paper & Tissues
Cooking Oil
General Groceries
Adopt-A-Cot - R3 500 per month
Sponsor-A-Preschooler - R1000 per month
Train-A-Teacher - R1000 per month
From as little as R167, you can help us cover some of our most basic and necessary costs, as well as funding bigger projects. Every little bit helps, so whether a company or a family, we encourage you to donate what you can!
Rands are vital - together we can make a difference -
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R167 = a therapy session for a baby
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R670 = a week of bread & peanut butter for Urban Kids
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R1 670 = a week of our Babies Home medical bill
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R6 700 = train a preschool teacher in 2023/4
Donate Rands
Babies Home
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Therapy Room
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Windy Dryers
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Strong push toys for children that are learning to walk
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Double pram
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High chairs
Preschool
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School Benches
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Adjustable Basketball pole
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Adjustable Netball pole
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Child friendly class Heaters x10
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Boombox or big speaker
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Metal Storage cupboards
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Black plastic bikes!
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Plastic jungle gym
Uplifting Education
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Glass whiteboards in Training room
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TV Monitor for Training centre
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Water Dispenser
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A3 & A4 paper
Turn dreams into Realities
Option 1:
Hey [Friend's Name],
I came across an amazing opportunity that I think would resonate with your passion for making a positive impact. Botshabelo is looking for individuals like us to become Botshabelo Influencers. By joining, we can effortlessly help transform the lives of vulnerable children and families. Visit [website/link] to sign up and be part of this incredible movement.
Let's make a difference together!
[Your Name]
Option 2:
Hey [Friend's Name],
I am sharing an opportunity that aligns perfectly with your desire to make a positive impact. Botshabelo is seeking passionate individuals to join them as Botshabelo Influencers. By signing up, you can effortlessly improve the lives of children and families in need. Visit [website/link] to learn more and join this impactful movement.
Together, we can create lasting change!
[Your Name]
Option 3:
Hey [Friend's Name],
I hope you are doing well. I recently discovered Botshabelo, an organization dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and families. They are looking for passionate individuals like us to become Botshabelo Influencers. By joining, we can effortlessly make a difference. Interested? Sign up at [website/link] and let's be a force for positive change!
Join me in making a meaningful impact!
[Your Name]