Winter has arrived, and while some of us are reaching for extra blankets and hot chocolate, many of the children we work with are facing the cold without the basics to stay warm.This winter, we are inviting you to clear out your cupboards and help our afterschool children stay warm this winter.We’ve officially launched our Winter Clothing Drive 2025, and we’re collecting gently worn jackets, scarves, beanies, gloves, shoes, and other warm clothing for children aged 5 – 18.If it’s...
Anna Foundation’s First Term Chronicles: Growth, Epic Adventures and 49 New BicyclesWe celebrate 20 years this year! It is hard to put into words, and equally hard to put into numbers, the impact we have made over the span of the past 20 years. Our presence in the communities we serve has impacted deeply on each community’s children, youth and the women we train and employ. They in turn strengthen their own community and extend the reach. We have watched children...
What an unforgettable experience! The Absa Cape Epic 2025 brought together cyclists from across the globe to conquer one of the toughest mountain bike races in the world, and we were there, supporting them every pedal of the way. From the race villages to the rugged trails, our team was right in the heart of the action, cheering on our riders and proudly highlighting the incredible work we’re doing with rural children in the Western Cape.This year marked the...
At the Anna Foundation, learning doesn’t stop when the school bell rings. It continues in our after-school programmes, on the sports field, and even in the way we celebrate special days. Through our 3Rs programme – Reading, Running, and Right-ing – we empower rural children with the tools they need to succeed, whether that’s through language, emotional well-being, or lifelong learning skills.Learning at the Anna Foundation is more than just academics – it’s about fostering curiosity, confidence, and a sense...