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Charities, your Christmas story can start before the decorations go up. 🎄💛 An early BackaBuddy campaign gives people time to get to know your work and see what you’re planning, before the December rush. A little preparation now leaves more room for connection later. #BackaBuddy #ChristmasFundraising – at Merrivale, South Africa

John helped paint Aperitif’s walls and became its first employee. After his sudden stroke, the team pledged up to R67,000 in boost funding for his BackaBuddy campaign: R1 for every R1 raised, up to that amount. 🤍 A business showing up for a person who matters. Thank you, Aperitif. backabuddy.co.za/campaign/su… – at Merrivale, South Africa

197 donors have raised R407,103 for Hanelie’s medical journey. 🤍 In her 7 October update, daughter Nadine shared that medical aid had approved her mom’s return to Unitas Hospital’s ICU—news the family called a miracle. Her BackaBuddy campaign is addressing medical bills, an admission loan and costs outside medical aid. backabuddy.co.za/campaign/pl… – at Merrivale, South Africa

For two decades, Haden Searles answered the call through the Community Policing Forum. Now, his community is there for him. 💙 Following a stroke and acute heart failure, 41 donors have raised more than R26,000 through his BackaBuddy campaign. Haden says the response has brought his family hope and comfort. Years of care, remembered and returned. backabuddy.co.za/campaign/su… – at Merrivale, South Africa

“Sorry, I get emotional.” 🤍🐾 Diann says the Peke-Pack’s monthly givers have kept Pekingese Haven’s doors open and given her the strength to carry on. Each person becomes part of every rescue, recovery and happy ending. In Behind the Ask, she shares what that ongoing kindness means. Want to join their tribe? youtu.be/cJW0XssiVNo – at Merrivale, South Africa

178 donors. R229,135 raised for Chelsea and baby Felix in memory of Matt Betts. 🤍 In Behind the Ask, Nina and Gabriel share what the BackaBuddy campaign has meant. Beyond the donations, it’s the messages that still bring tears: people keeping Chelsea and Felix in their thoughts and surrounding them with love. Watch their story here: youtu.be/7PbySVMAuss

Friendly heads up for all our NPOs and charity leaders out there: Giving Season actually starts now, not in December 🇿🇦✨ If you wait until the year-end rush to tell your story, it’s so easy to get buried in the noise. Starting early gives your community time to actually connect with your mission and build momentum together. Drop your campaign link in the replies if you’re already getting live, or share what your NPO is working on for the end of the year! 👇 – at Hibberdene, South Africa

95 donors. R50,600 raised. Sindy’s BackaBuddy campaign has passed its R35,000 goal. 🤍 After the tragic loss of her four-year-old son, SAHETI school moms came together for the woman who watched over their children at the gates. The campaign is intended to ease her financial worries while she grieves. A meaningful gesture of care during a heartbreaking time. Read her story here: backabuddy.co.za/campaign/le… – at South Africa

13-year-old Zulfeeq collapsing before rugby practice and facing a severe brain injury is something no family should ever have to walk through alone 💔 His big dream was always to wear the green and gold as a Springbok. Today, his family has one wish: to bring their boy home safely. Read his story here: backabuddy.co.za/campaign/he… Drop a word of strength or a ❤️ for Zulfeeq in the comments, let’s wrap this family in Mzansi love!

Ayakha Godlwana running into a burning building to save his neighbour Doddy (and her dogs) is still the purest thing to happen to Mzansi this year 🇿🇦❤️ He says he just did it because someone needed help, but watching everyone step in to walk alongside him and back his journey has been incredible to see. Real Ubuntu in real time. What’s a small act of kindness someone’s done for you recently that stuck with you?

Oh my word, the team at The Lavender Project just finished their first counselling room at Milnerton SAPS and I’m actually emotional. They turned a cold police station room into a proper safe space for trauma and GBV survivors - fresh white walls, soft cushions, toys for kids, care packages, the works. It’s amazing what happens when community care shows up to restore basic human dignity on someone’s worst day. What’s one small thing a local initiative in your area did recently that made you super proud to live there? Drop it below, I need all the good news today 💜👇

Read the five stories behind this week’s Good News Drop:  🌊 Graham Howes’ lifesaving legacy thesouthafrican.com/lifestyl… 💛 A community of hope for Joshua mosselbayadvertiser.com/News… 🐾 Dani’s wild little comeback facebook.com/489798247792558… 💃 Morgan and Teo’s international dream instagram.com/reel/Dd0hhqLAD… 🏉 Vumani’s journey to Italy facebook.com/191016564337925… Which story brought you the most joy this week? 🇿🇦

A rescue vessel taking shape. A community standing beside Joshua. A rescued jackal pup growing stronger. South African dancers and a young rugby player reaching for the world stage. There’s still plenty of good happening here. 🇿🇦💛

Slade van der Walt was swept out to sea at Strand Beach on 2 Sept, and his family is refusing to give up the search. 💔 While official rescue efforts have ended, his family is doing everything to keep search drones, boats, and shoreline teams active so his daughter can get answers. 🌊 To read the full story and become part of the search to bring Slade home, the link is right here:  backabuddy.co.za/campaign/he…👇

You actually don’t need a massive life emergency to get your people together on BackaBuddy 🇿🇦 From helping a broke friend get an iPad to backing someone’s passion project, small campaigns for good vibes are so welcome here. Everything you need to know about funding that forgotten dream: news.backabuddy.co.za/2026/0…

One week, Bella was building brand campaigns and DJing. The next, doctors told her that her heart was functioning at just 25%. At 24, acute myocarditis and endobronchial TB changed everything. More than 300 people have helped raise R354,000+, giving Bella the care and time she needs to recover. Today, her heart function is up to 30%, a hopeful step forward. 💜 Walk alongside Bella: backabuddy.co.za/campaign/to…

Six weeks. That’s all Matt got with baby Felix before he passed away on 19 June. 💔 It’s been an utterly heartbreaking time for Chelsea, but seeing 178 people step up to raise over R228,000 to give her and the baby some breathing room proves how powerful a real community is.💜 view their story here: backabuddy.co.za/campaign/in…

Hey stranger, you are not alone. 💙 Behind every mental health statistic is a real person with a story, a family and a life that matters. Through 11 campaigns, supporters have raised more than R170,000 on BackaBuddy for SADAG-related causes, turning care into meaningful action. Whatever number you identify with, please remember: you matter, and support is available. Save this post or share it with someone who may need the reminder. SADAG Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0800 567 567 — available 24/7 #YouAreNotAlone #SADAG #MentalHealthMatters #BackaBuddy #MentalHealthSouthAfrica #PeopleHelpingPeople