Ask any child at one of our after-schools what they enjoy most, and chances are they will say Righting. This is where art, drama, and creative play come together to teach lessons you will not always find in a textbook. Life skills such as communication, […]
Mandela Day is celebrated on 18 July each year to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela and to encourage acts of service and community upliftment. This year, the Anna Foundation is marking the day with something special. The learners from our 22 rural after-schools […]
The Anna Foundation celebrates 20 years of community impact this year . . . what an honour and privilege that is! Over the years, as our reach has grown and our offerings have deepened, we have always retained our core vision of improving the lives […]
Winter has arrived, and while some of us are reaching for extra blankets and hot chocolate, many of the children we work with are facing the cold without the basics to stay warm. This winter, we are inviting you to clear out your cupboards and […]
We have worked for many years in rural communities where educational standards remain, in general, very poor. So many learners we work with every afternoon are functioning well below their required grade level. COVID only exacerbated an already dire reality for these children. We know […]
As we reflect on a wonderful year, we couldn’t be more grateful for the dedication and hard work of our facilitators across the Elgin, Boland and Langeberg regions. To show our appreciation, we came together for a fun and whimsical Mad Hatter’s Brunch—a perfect way […]
We’re thrilled to announce that the Anna Foundation will be part of the upcoming Rock Ultra Trail Run on 7 December 2024! This event promises to be a fantastic day of fitness, fun and community, and we’re excited to host the 5km “Klippies” Fun Run. […]
At the Anna Foundation, Mandela Day is more than just a date on the calendar – it’s a day that embodies the spirit of giving, unity and pride in our country. This year, we celebrated through an exciting and heart warming initiative: the 2024 Mandela […]
At the Anna Foundation, we are dedicated to creating an enriching educational environment that sparks curiosity and nurtures creativity. Our afterschool programmes aim to equip children with the tools they need to thrive academically. A key part of this initiative is our focus on hands-on […]
We believe in the power of reading to transform lives. We’re so happy to be partnered with Book Dash, who has provided our Grade R-3 learners with three wonderful books each to take home and enjoy. These books not only offer hours of joy and […]