For nearly 11 years, Grade 11 students of the South African College High School have been making a tangible difference in the lives of their underprivileged peers across the Western Cape. This year, they’re hoping to raise R67,000 to equip at least 67 children with everything they need to start the school year.
Cape Town, South Africa (12 August 2025) – To support their fellow underprivileged peers facing significant challenges in their pursuit of education. This is the heartfelt mission of a compassionate group of Grade 11 changemakers from the South African College High School (SACS).
Together, these young do-gooders are working tirelessly to raise funds and awareness to support learners in need across the Western Cape as part of the school’s 67 Kids to School campaign.
Now in its 11th year, the campaign is calling on the public to donate and help the team reach their 2025 goal of supporting at least 67 underprivileged learners with school supplies.
This year’s fundraising run took place on Sunday, 10 August and forms the heart of a wider effort to raise the R67,000 needed to provide essential school kits to learners who cannot afford them.
Grade 11 learner and 67 Kids to School committee member, Marley Koch, explained that for each R1,000 raised, one learner will be equipped with vital necessities such as stationery, uniforms, books, and a school bag, giving them a confident start to their education.
The brainchild of four SACS learners brought to life over 10 years ago, 67 Kids to School was inspired by Nelson Mandela’s 67 years of service.
Over the past decade, the campaign has raised over R600,000 and helped more than 600 learners across the province. The initiative is completely student-run, with each year’s team planning, fundraising, and personally delivering the supplies to selected schools.
“The campaign is in full swing, and we’re asking the community to get behind us,” says Marley.
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“Every donation, no matter the size, takes us one step closer to changing a child’s future.”
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The campaign not only changes lives for learner recipients, it also helps shape the learners who run it, fostering leadership, empathy, and a deep commitment to social responsibility.
As the campaign hits its 11-year milestone, the team is more motivated than ever to make 2025 its most impactful year yet.
“Education is the foundation of opportunity,” says Brendan Grant, Headmaster at SACS High School.
“There’s an amazing connection between the children of our schools.”
Supporters can donate via EFT or SnapScan, with all details available at the campaign’s official link here.
Sources: Supplied
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