Annual Report 2024

We have worked for many years in rural communities where educational standards remain, in general, very poor. So many learners we work with every afternoon are functioning well below their required grade level. COVID only exacerbated an already dire reality for these children. We know that in an ideal scenario, daily individual attention to each learner could significantly change this reality, however this is not a realistic nor sustainable solution. Our educational team has worked tirelessly this year to find...

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Celebrating Our Facilitators: A Mad Hatter’s Brunch to Remember!

As we reflect on a wonderful year, we couldn’t be more grateful for the dedication and hard work of our facilitators across the Elgin, Boland and Langeberg regions. To show our appreciation, we came together for a fun and whimsical Mad Hatter’s Brunch—a perfect way to celebrate the creativity and commitment of those who make a difference in the lives of our learners every day.A Fun-Filled Year-End CelebrationThe Mad Hatter’s Brunch was an opportunity for our facilitators to let their...

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The Rock Ultra Trail Run

We’re thrilled to announce that the Anna Foundation will be part of the upcoming Rock Ultra Trail Run on 7 December 2024! This event promises to be a fantastic day of fitness, fun and community, and we’re excited to host the 5km “Klippies” Fun Run.Join Us for the “Klippies” Fun Run!Whether you’re an avid runner or just looking for a fun way to enjoy the outdoors, the “Klippies” Fun Run is perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels....

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Holiday Highlights: Fun and Learning with Anna Foundation

The June/July school holidays were packed with excitement and memorable experiences for our learners! We believe that learning happens best when it’s engaging and enjoyable, so we filled the holidays with creative outings, workshops and activities that enriched their time outside of school.Outings that Sparked JoyThe holidays gave us the chance to take our learners on some wonderful outings, allowing them to explore new environments and take part in unique learning opportunities:Pasta-Making Workshop: Our learners at the Buffet Olives project...

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Half Year Report 2024

This has been a whirl wind year! We set ourselves the ambitious goal of incorporating 200 new children into our programmes in 2024 … I am pleased to report that we have exceeded that goal with a total of almost 300 new children already! These children have been benefitting from our programmes since the start of 2024 and continue to enjoy the benefits on a daily basis. We extended our reach into the Elgin valley at the start of the...

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A Fun Day in Rawsonville!

School holidays were anything but quiet in Rawsonville! Our learners from Merwida and Lorraine came together for an action-packed Sports Day! With excitement and laughter filling the air, this was a wonderful opportunity for children to stay active, have fun and enjoy their time off from school.A Day of Fun and GamesThe event was a hit from start to finish, with our dedicated facilitators setting up a range of engaging activities and games to keep the learners moving and entertained....

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First Term Newsletter 2024

Exciting News: The Anna Foundation’s Bold Expansion in 2024!Hold onto your hats because we’re thrilled to announce some exciting developments at the Anna Foundation! Our journey in 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary as we’ve embarked on a mission to spread our wings far and wide, touching the lives of more children than ever before.First, let’s talk about our latest additions – the Lorraine Project, situated in Rawsonville, and the Dennegeur Project, nestled in the Elgin valley. The Lorraine...

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Annual Report 2023

MESSAGE FROM ANNAIt’s a wrap! What a busy year we have had at the Anna Foundation in 2023.We welcomed 4 new projects this year, offering 160 new children access to all the benefits of our after school programmes. We provided 12 rural women with career opportunities and trained and upskilled them to perform the task of facilitator at the new after schools. It has been so rewarding to observe the growth in both the children and these women over this...

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Half Year Report 2023

MESSAGE FROM ANNAIt is safe to say the Cape winter has arrived. Many of our projects and families in the Langeberg region were impacted by the floods recently experienced. We are grateful for the support we could offer these children during this time, and for the many helping hands that donated blankets, warm clothing and food.We have had an incredibly full 6 months. We welcomed 2 new projects on board, offering 60 new children access to our programmes and support....

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First Term Newsletter

MESSAGE FROM ANNA“It feels almost strange to start by saying ‘Welcome to 2023’! This year has been so incredibly full, it is hard to believe we are already in March. I feel inspired reading through this newsletter and noting all the achievements accomplished: some seemingly small and others clearly large!For me personally, I love the story we share on Mariska and Hazel. These girls are both past learners of the Anna Foundation who matriculated through our programmes. I remember them...

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