Ways to get Involved
The Thandulwazi Trust Maths and Science Academy is a registered BBBEE NPO PBO providing educational growth opportunities to South African historically disadvantaged Learners and Teachers.
There are various ways that you can support the work of the Thandulwazi Trust Maths and Science Academy. All the programmes require time, funding, expertise and skills. For more information on how you can become a Thandulwazi supporter and partner, see below for options.
Volunteer your services
Please be in touch to find out how you can volunteer your time or expertise to one of the Thandulwazi Maths and Science Academy programmes, you are welcome to contact us at fundraising@thandulwazi.com.
Donations in-kind or of Professional Services
In-kind contributions and donations of professional services are always welcomed. These contributions could range from the donation of backpacks for the Saturday School Learners; the donation of notebooks and computer accessories for Thandulwazi Teachers, the donation of teaching and learning material, to the donation of your time to present a workshop to the Learners or Teachers in any of the programmes. If you or your company would like to get involved in this way, please contact us at fundraising@thadulwazi.com.
Leaving a Legacy or Bequest
Education is a gift for life. Through a simple bequest in your Last Will and Testament to the Thandulwazi Trust Maths and Science Academy, you too can leave a legacy that will continue for generations to come. It is best to consult with your financial advisor and/or attorney for advice if you plan to make a bequest or charitable gift to the Trust in your will. Here is a Codicil to download - available for your guidance and the provisions can be incorporated in any subsequent updating of your will. Please complete the Codicil and include it in your will. You are welcome to notify the Thandulwazi Maths and Science Academy of your intention by emailing Alistair Stewart astewart@stithian.com or Deirdre Lister dlister@stithian.com.
MySchool Supporter
Registered MySchool supporters can raise funds for the Thandulwazi Trust Maths and Science Academy with every swipe of their MySchool card. Joining the programme couldn’t be easier. Just go to www.myschool.co.za and sign up for your free card. Or download the free app. You can choose up to three different schools or charities to support – and you can change them whenever you want. If you have a Woolworths card, you can link it directly to your preferred school or charity.
Every swipe counts, so sign up today and support Thandulwazi while you shop at a host of stores.
For more information please contact the Thandulwazi Fundraising Office on +27 011 577 6108 or e-mail fundraising@thandulwazi.com
Tax Advantages of making a Donation/Bequest
Section 18A of the Income Tax Act provides for the tax deductibility of donations made to approved public benefit organisations. A taxpayer making a bona fide donation is entitled to a deduction from his taxable income if the donation:
· Is supported by the necessary receipt issued by the organisation
· Does not exceed 10% of the donor’s taxable income certain technical quantification issues in respect of individuals
A bona fide donation is a gratuitous donation or gift disposed of by the donor out of liberality or generosity. It is a voluntary gift that is freely given by the donor, with no quid pro quo, no reciprocal obligations and no personal benefit for the donor. The donor may not impose conditions that could enable him or any connected person in relation to himself to derive some direct or indirect benefit from the application of the donation. The donation may not be revocable by the donor. The donation must be paid or transferred during the year of assessment.
Donations to Thandulwazi qualify for income tax deduction subject to the 10% limit in terms of Section 18A, and a valid tax receipt will be provided to donors to evidence the donation.
Acknowledgements: Bowman Gilfillan BEE guide, SARS – Tax Exemption Guide for Public Benefit Organisations in South Africa
BEE Advantages of Donations to Thandulwazi
Owners of companies may wish to make a BBBEE scorecard-compliant donation to the Thandulwazi Trust Maths and Science Academy for Socio-Economic Development, Skills Development or consider Thandulwazi as a broad-based BEE partner.
For more information please contact the Thandulwazi Fundraising Office on +27 011 577 6108 or e-mail fundraising@thandulwazi.com
Banking Details
Financial contributions to the Thandulwazi Trust can be made online with a credit card via our donation portal or deposited directly into the following bank account:
The Thandulwazi Trust
Standard Bank
Bank account: 221043209
Branch code: 018005
Branch name: Sandton City
Reference: your name e.g. AB Smit and project supported e.g. Saturday School
Should you require more information, please do not hesitate to contact the Thandulwazi Fundraising Office on +27 011 577 6108, or email fundraising@thandulwazi.com
