Akasia Avenue Foundation

Started 3 months ago

Open end-date

R 6 338
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of R 20 000 goal
R 1 000
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10
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About This Campaign

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Warren Volkwyn
Organiser
3 
BaB campaigns
Location
Cape Town
South Africa
Location
Started 3 months ago
Open end-date

A short history — Where it all began

For the past 20 years I’ve been involved in community service through Rotary International, Sara Fox, YMCA, Red Cross Children’s Hospital and other local projects. After my mother passed in late 2019, I wanted to honour her memory by turning grief into service. That’s how The Akasia Avenue Foundation was born — named for the street I was raised on — to continue her legacy by giving back to the community that shaped me.

What we do

We partner with local businesses, NGOs and volunteers to support underprivileged schools, youth organisations, children’s homes and old-age homes across Athlone and surrounding areas. 

We collect and distribute:

  • Food parcels
  • Sanitary products for girls
  • Toiletries for boys and girls in schools
  • Clothing and toys for children’s homes
  • Monetary donations to cover collection, distribution and program costs

Beyond donations, we aim to create lasting impact by partnering with NGOs to provide co...

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Campaign Updates

W. Volkwyn 1 Dec '25
🎁 It’s giving season! 🎁 Join the Akasia Avenue Foundation Christmas Drive 2025 and help us bring joy to children families in need. 🎄 Toys • 🥫 Food • 💰 Donations — all welcome! Let’s make mag...

W. Volkwyn 20 Aug '25
The Akasia Avenue Foundation ’s Pad Drive is up and running! If you’re able to make a donation (no matter how big or small you think it is), it’ll be highly appreciated! We’ll be collecting up u...

W. Volkwyn 22 Jun '25
Donations Q1 2025 It’s incredibly moving to look back on the journey we’ve been on and the meaningful work we’re doing with the Akasia Avenue Foundation. The way I’ve channeled my personal experienc...

W. Volkwyn 5 Mar '25
Hey Folks, happy Wednesday! We’re supporting 3 community projects over the next few months (we’re receiving collections/donations during March and April, with the handover on 01 May 2025) Childr...
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