Initiatives

‘Tuning into our Universe’: Mini Picture Book to Inspire Starry-Eyed Kids!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyOctober 9, 2024February 26, 2026 699 0

A mini picture book called ‘Tuning into our Universe’ is being offered freely across South Africa to help starry-eyed kids (and even adults) enjoy a glimpse of life beyond our…

Bellville Welcomes New and Improved Trolleys for Waste Pickers!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyOctober 1, 2024October 1, 2024 1,497 0

Informal waste pickers in Bellville are to be kitted out with new and improved trolleys to do their jobs safely and more efficiently!   Bellville, South Africa (01 October 2024)…

FAST Heroes Equips 125 South African Schools to Become Lifesavers 

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguy September 27, 2024September 27, 2024 511 0

True to its name, the award-winning and educational FAST Heroes Initiative has successfully reached 125 schools in South Africa, empowering tens of thousands of youngsters to be prepared in the…

Granny Grommets Attempt World Record to Help Para Surfer!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 27, 2024September 27, 2024 988 0

The fabulous Nahoon Granny Grommets (AKA, the most iconic surfers in the Eastern Cape) are attempting to set a world record to help para surfer JP Veaudry attend the World…

Meet Mary, the Rhino and Upcycled Marvel

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguy September 26, 2024October 8, 2024 689 0

Students from St Mary DSG Kloof have created an upcycled rhino that’s pretty in plastic and are proud to be a part of an important initiative!   Kloof, South Africa…

Locals Team up to Make Plett Beach Accessible for Wheelchairs!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 17, 2024September 18, 2024 1,256 0

Two Plett locals are putting plans in place to make Central Beach in Plettenberg Bay accessible for people with wheelchairs so everyone can enjoy a beach day without worry!  …

Sean and Rocky’s Ride Across the Desert Raises R50,000 for the SPCA!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguy September 13, 2024September 13, 2024 669 0

A man, a dog, and a dream to tackle the Namib desert to support the SPCA have turned into a resounding success story! Sean and Rocky have raised a whopping…

At 78 Zonia Will Walk a Portugal-Spain Camino for Animals!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 3, 2024September 3, 2024 618 0

78 years young and ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime, Zonia Ackerman is set to walk a Portugal Spain camino spanning 240km—all to raise funds for the…

Psychology Student Raises Funds to Transform Old Age Home! 

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyAugust 30, 2024August 30, 2024 685 0

Psychology student Cassandra has successfully raised funds for Our Lady Of Fatima Old Age Home after she became inspired to transform the space with luscious greenery for the residents to…

September Marks the Start of #TheOceanStartsHere Month!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyAugust 29, 2024August 29, 2024 611 0

X marks the spot, and September marks the start of #TheOceanStartsHere Month by Captain Fanplastic—an initiative set to brim with eco-competitions, pirate costumes and a river cleanup fundraiser like no…