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GivenGain, the global charity fundraising platform founded by two South Africans, has reaffirmed its ongoing partnership with two of Cape Town’s most gruelling endurance events – the Cape Town Cycle Tour and the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon. The goal – to encourage participants of both events to leverage their race participation as an …

GivenGain, a global fundraising platform for charity, founded by two South Africans, has once again joined forces with the Virgin Active 947 Ride Joburg as its official charity fundraising partner. Since the start of this partnership in 2013, the GivenGain platform has enabled more than 750 fundraising cyclists raise an …

GivenGain, the global fundraising platform founded by two South Africans, has partnered with Mindset Movement – a South African club focussed on transforming lives through endurance sport, to raise funds for local non-profit organisations while taking on the formidable ‘13 Peaks Endurance Challenge’ in Cape Town on the 10th of …

As the Rugby World Cup 2023 kicks off, South Africa is ablaze with excitement for this international sporting spectacle that transcends boundaries. Rugby, often hailed as one of the “Big Three” sports in the nation, is more than just a game here—it’s a source of national pride and a unifying …

As South Africa embraces the spirit of heritage during September, GivenGain, proudly the country’s leading online non-profit fundraising platform, invites all South Africans to join a new tradition that celebrates the essence of ubuntu and collective giving. Founded in 2001, GivenGain remains committed to its core belief that “it is better to give …

Door Of Hope Children’s Mission is a non-profit organisation that helps change the lives of abandoned children in South Africa. About Door Of Hope Door of Hope is a non-profit organization that is guided by their faith and the teachings of Jesus. Their mission is to provide care and support …

Mandela Day, held annually on July 18th, offers a unique opportunity for South Africans to come together and honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela by giving back to their communities. While many citizens volunteer for 67 minutes on this special day, some individuals aren’t always able to participate in person …

The Munga, known as the toughest race on earth, and GivenGain, a leading online fundraising platform, have joined forces to inspire participants to make a positive impact while taking on the ultimate endurance challenge. GivenGain, which has partnered with various international and local mountain bike events like the Epic Series, enables …

With just a few days to go before runners from around the globe gather to beat their personal bests at the world’s most beautiful marathon, the real race is on to raise much-needed funds for local causes. Open Call For Participants To #RunforCharity After a prolonged knock from Covid-19, mass participation …

In the lead-up to a bumper month of cycling events, South Africa’s premier online fundraising platform GivenGain has today challenged cyclists worldwide: can they beat their personal best for a worthy cause? As the official fundraising partner of the Cape Town Cycle Tour and ABSA Cape Epic events for several years, and platform for …

People traditionally look to their government in times of need because it has the capacity to bring about the most significant change. But even with the best of intentions, any government can fail its most vulnerable citizens by taking too long to do too little. Citizens are left to fend …

With the cost of living rising and charities still reeling after the COVID-19 pandemic, 2022 has been a tough year for many of South Africa’s most vulnerable people. At the same time, charities, fundraisers and companies have stepped up to help – with some incredible fundraising successes. Jannie Smith, Regional …

The festive season is a time for giving, and it is just around the corner. But while we’re all browsing Black Friday catalogues and planning our gifting surprises, why not also spare a thought for those less fortunate? Jannie Smith, Regional Manager at online fundraising platform GivenGain, says the need …

If the worst were to happen, how would you like to be remembered? Millions of South Africans want to keep making the world a better place for their children and grandchildren after they have passed on, and for charities, legacy bequests can be an important source of income. Even so, …

When you think of supporting a charity, what do you think of? A: Putting money in a collection bucket (real or virtual), B: Setting up a recurring monthly donation or C: Volunteering? They’re all great options, but according to Jannie Smith of global non-profit crowdfunding platform GivenGain, all three of …

On Monday 18 July, people across South Africa will take action and inspire others to do the same for Mandela Day 2022. Many choose to mark the occasion by volunteering for 67 minutes, one for each year of Nelson Mandela’s public service. But there’s no need to stand back if …

On 1 December 2020, South Africans from all quarters will come out to support #GivingTuesdaySA, a global day of giving and worldwide celebration of charitable causes. The global Giving Tuesday movement is a platform bringing people from around the world together, to donate money as well as their time and voice …