Mandela Day
Take action, inspire, make a difference
“Do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are”
Botshabelo was founded in 1999 during a time when South Africa was facing the devastating effects of the HIV/AIDS pandemic; a season when antiretroviral treatment was not widely available, and many babies were left orphaned and vulnerable. In response, our Babies Home was established to provide a place of safety, dignity, and round-the-clock care. Over the years, our work expanded into education and community upliftment. Urban Kids Educentre was launched to ensure children from our Babies Home, and the wider community; receive a strong, life-giving start to their educational journey, while also contributing financially to the sustainability of our broader mission.
We later developed UpliftED, a rural teacher training programme equipping preschool educators with tools, mentorship, and practical classroom support. Through our Donation Centre, pre-loved goods are given renewed purpose; serving families in need while preserving dignity and generating small-scale empowerment.
This year, we’ve created three meaningful ways for you or your company to get involved:
Let's make a difference together
We will gladly provide Section 18A tax certificates and tailored proposals upon request.
Banking Details
Bank: Standard Bank Branch: Centurion | Branch Code: 012645 Account Number: 20 245 2832 SWIFT Code: SBZAZAJJ Reference: YourName + MD25
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Let’s Sow into Big Futures - Together
When you partner with Botshabelo, you’re not just giving; you’re helping rewrite stories. You’re giving abandoned babies a safe place to grow, preschoolers the foundation to thrive, and rural classrooms the tools to unlock lasting potential.
Whether you're planning to book an onsite activity, arrange a donation drop-off, fund a project, or simply have questions; we’d love to connect.
Please email office@botshabelo.co.za with your area of interest, and our team will gladly assist with next steps, tailored proposals, and Section 18A certificates where applicable.
Let’s make every minute matter this Mandela Day!