Callys 89km Ride to Empower Maties
by Stellenbosch University SA Foundation UK
£708.50
raised by 28 donations
of £600.00 Target Goal
118%
The Story
I’m Cally, a proud Matie!
On Sunday, 14 September, I’ll be swapping my running shoes for pedals as I cycle 89km from London to Brighton alongside fellow Stellenbosch University alumni. We’re riding to raise funds for the Stellenbosch University SA Foundation UK, supporting students facing financial hardship.
In South Africa, where youth unemployment hovers around 45%, education is a game-changer. Stellenbosch University is one of Africa’s top institutions, yet more than 400 students each year graduate not with their degree in hand, but with an outstanding debt statement instead. These are students who have overcome immense challenges to get this far, only to have financial barriers hold them back from the future they’ve worked so hard to achieve.
My goal is to raise £300, and I’d love your support in surpassing it. Every pound or rand makes a real difference—it could be the push that helps a determined student step into their future with confidence. Whether you can donate, share this link with your network, or simply send some words of encouragement, I’d be deeply grateful!
(Update 1 May 2025 - thanks to the amazing generosity of friends, family and colleagues I surpassed my target - as this cause is important I am hoping that I can reach a new target of £500.)
(Update 31 July 2025 - my circle of friends, family and connections are so awesome in supporting this great cause - I ma hoping to reach my new target of £600.)
Together, we can make a tangible impact. Thank you for being part of this journey!
Stellenbosch University SA Foundation UK
"Education is the most powerful tool we can use to transform the world." – Nelson Mandela, who received an honorary doctorate from Stellenbosch University in 1996.
The Stellenbosch University SA Foundation UK, established in 2004 as a registered charity in the UK, provides a platform for alumni and friends of Stellenbosch University living outside South Africa. It offers an opportunity to support educational advancement and meaningful projects at the university.
As a charity registered with the Charities Commission, it operates under the guidance of a dedicated team of trustees.
The success of a university is shaped by the involvement of its alumni and supporters. By staying engaged and contributing, you can help drive positive change for future generations of Maties, South Africa, Africa, and beyond.
Join the journey – stay involved and make a lasting impact!
Anonymous donated £30.60 on 2025/9/22 at 11:30.