Hollywood Foundation 2023 E-Book

GROWING TOGETHER

Future is Bright

Total Recipients - 308

LIVES TOUCHED BY THE

in 2022 - 2023

Back to School

Total Schools - 287

Total Recipients - 53 986

Enterprise Development

Total SMMES - 81

CSI (Social Economic Development)

Total Organisations - 538

Total Recipients - 401 162

Sports Development

Total Organisations - 176

Cricket Recipients - 1 851

Rugby Recipients - 963

Soccer Recipients - 4 585

Supplier Development

Total SMMES - 37

Mandela Day

Total Organisations - 24

Total Recipients - 1 943

Barrows of Power

Total Organisations - 9

#HandsofHope Phase 2

Total Organisations - 31

Total Recipients - 19 318

Total Recipients - 820

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CEO LETTER

GROWING TOGETHER

2022 was a massive year for our Hollywood Foundation. We made remarkable strides in fostering unity, driving passion, and nurturing the well-being of our communities. As we reflect on these efforts and the profound impact they have made, we are committed to empowering our communities even more. Together, we have created an everlasting Purple imprint that will transform lives for years to come.

As title sponsor for the Hollywoodbets Durban July, we were presented with a fantastic opportunity to offer our young designers R100 000 funding, towards bursaries at the annual Young Designer Award. We also invested R250 000 in the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars, assisting start-up fashion businesses. We were also proud to contribute R50 000 to the South African Riding for the Disabled Association. A highlight of the year was the inaugural Bambelela

Business Awards held in Mpumalanga, where we pledged R750 000 to boost small businesses in the province. It was great to recognise and invest in these businesses that are critical in job creation. Our #BarrowsOfPower initiative to commemorate Nelson Mandela Day ensured that many communities across South Africa were now able to collect and store clean water.

The R1 million campaign assisted 820 beneficiaries and complemented our existing sustainable development goals, focussing on access to water and sanitation.

Education was, as always, a huge focus area. For our Back to School campaign, we pledged R4 million, assisting 287 schools and 51 700 beneficiaries. This campaign provides support to parents and children at the start of the new academic year. In addition to this, we launched the Future is Bright bursary programme, with a contribution of R12.7 million.

This gave 308 students a life-changing opportunity to fund their tertiary education and realise their dreams.

Throughout 1 065 charitable organisations, 118 small and mediumsized enterprises and 176 sports development clubs, our efforts have touched the lives of 485 054 recipients over the past year.

Thank you to our dedicated Purple Family of 6 227 Team Members, our partners and communities, for all the support this year. Your commitment, passion, and enthusiasm have been the driving force in making a positive impact on many lives. As we move forward, a quote from Archbishop Desmond Tutu, “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”

With heartfelt gratitude,

The Hollywood Foundation

First Birthday

With only a year in existence, the Hollywood Foundation has proven that communities are at the heart of everything that they do. After assisting an array of organisations, sports teams, schools and businesses throughout South Africa, and positively impacting the lives of thousands of people, the Purple Team has a lot to celebrate.

The occasion was relaxed and attendees, including partners, stakeholders and beneficiaries seized the opportunity to network and discuss how the Hollywood Foundation has assisted them within their respective sectors. Some of the prominent speakers at the brunch included Siyanda Ntenga, the Founder of Ntenga Foundation, and Yashveer Singh, the Cricket Services Manager at the Hollywoodbets Dolphins.

Siyanda Shabane, the CEO of SG Bakery, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their support towards his small business, adding that he has now been able to employ 15 people and give them a sense of job security.

In October, festivities were held, including a First Birthday brunch at Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium on 21 October 2022.

The brunch was a day of reflection, as the Team marveled at the impact that they had made on communities in just 12 months.

Pupils from Nkosibomvu Secondary School delivered a soulful rendition of the National Anthem, while popular South African duo, AfroSoul, entertained guests with some of their popular hits. Guests were also left teary-eyed after Hollywoodbets employee and Future is Bright bursary recipient, Samkelisiwe Manqele, explained how the Hollywood Foundation helped her to continue her studies.

Siyanda Ntenga wished the Hollywood Foundation all of the best, and said, “This 1-year-old organisation has positively impacted so many communities, assisted so many SMMEs across the country, and they’ve been doing this with passion and love. Happy Birthday, Hollywood Foundation.”

Magic Spaces

Early childhood development is a crucial phase in life, as it lays the foundation for learning and practical skills.

This period, known as the informative years, provides children with an opportunity to acquire skills through various play activities. To celebrate its first anniversary, the Hollywood Foundation’s CSI Teams in KwaZuluNatal (KZN), Gauteng and the Western Cape, launched the Magic Spaces initiative.

This involved the contribution of jungle gyms and play equipment to three crèches in each region to help improve the learning and play environment for young children.

The First Love Christian Educare Centre in KwaMashu warmly welcomed the KZN Team, parents and teachers. Operating since 1994, the centre not only provides classroom activities but also nutritious meals and encourages play activities to promote children’s growth and development.

The Hollywood Foundation, accompanied by its beloved mascot,Nkanyezi, proudly handed over a jungle gym and play equipment to the crèche, and the children entertained the Team with songs and invited them to play with the new educational equipment.

The Rhulani Mabasa Children’s Foundation in Gauteng also received a jungle gym, and the Team enjoyed a customised cake with the children while engaging in song and dance items.

This centre offers resources, opportunities and information to underprivileged children from within the community, through education, sports activities and environmental awareness campaigns.

Smiles were the order of the day in the Western Cape at Raindrops Day Care. The centre prioritises the

needs of young children and opened its doors in 2003.

The children, accompanied by teachers and some of our Purple Hearts, enjoyed playtime with the newlycontributed jungle gym and play items and the celebrations ended with a Purple cake, and lots of fun and laughter.

“We are celebrating a year of impacting communities and restoring hope to citizens in the country. Uplifting people’s lives through our many initiatives are what drives the Team in the execution of our tasks.

This is an exciting time, as we look back on the year’s highlights and plan for the upcoming year,” said Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

#HANDSOFHOPEPHASE TWO

#HandsofHope Phase Two

The Hollywood Foundation launched the #HandsofHope campaign after various communities in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) were in severe distress due to the floods that impacted their lives and livelihoods in April 2022.

Responding to the devastation, the Hollywood Foundation launched the campaign and provided R1 million worth of fresh drinking water, food parcels and blankets to support affected communities with urgent relief.

During this stage of the campaign, the Team collaborated with Ntenga Foundation to distribute water.

After conducting a thorough assessment of the immense devastation experienced by the broader KZN communities and witnessing the increasing

number of those affected, the Hollywood Foundation raised their commitment to R5 million.

This pledge was designed to concentrate on projects with a longerlasting impact, such as the rehabilitation of schools destroyed in the floods which were earmarked as Phase Two of the campaign.

The Purple Team teamed up with partners and KZN-based radio stations to carry out handovers of completed projects from Phase Two of the #HandsofHope campaign. The focus was on restoring and

reconstructing schools in KZN that were impacted by the floods.

Undertaking a monumental task, the Hollywood Foundation invested in 31 schools stretching from the North Coast, to the South Coast of KZN.

Through this campaign, the Purple Team restored the dignity of learners and created a conducive learning environment.

Teachers were able to teach again in better facilities, and schools could begin to envision a brighter future for their learners.

MY COMMUNITY

EASTERN CAPE

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In the Eastern Cape, the Hollywood Foundation was honoured to venture into a nonprofit organisation that prioritises the health and well-being of the youth.

The Purple Team has assisted many organisations this year, that have proven to be a beacon of light to individuals who come from disadvantaged and vulnerable communities.

Based in Bizana, Kukhanya Academy BZN, which is inclusive of all sporting codes aims to empower the youth through physical activity.

The source of inspiration for the formation of the Academy was to identify the hidden talents of the youth and cultivate them. The organisation’s dedicated staff members share the same vision and goal, to produce elite athletes and to boost their economic background.

On 12 April 2023, the Team from Bizana journeyed to the organisation, to give the athletes a reason to run towards their dreams.

As part of a meaningful initiative, the Team was humbled to hand over boxes of new running shoes for the athletes to wear during their practice sessions and competitive games.

the Director of Kukhanya Academy BZN, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Purple Team for choosing to support the organisation and said that the running shoes would help to boost the morale of the athletes.

Bizana – Kukhanya Academy BZN

Nkosinathi Mbodla,

Hollywoodbets Govan Mbeki – Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo Community Projects

Through various handovers and projects, the Hollywood Foundation has been prioritising the health and well-being of many disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals within societies.

The Purple Team understands the importance of a helping hand and ensuring that children and the youth are given the best possible chance of success.

In November 2022, it was an honour for the Team from Govan Mbeki to support a sustainable non-profit organisation, that continuously reaches and touches many lives in the Eastern Cape.

Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo Community Projects

was established in 2017.

The organisation offers many services to the community, such as a soup kitchen, gardening activities, and homebased care.

Many children also consider the organisation to be a ‘safe haven’, and they regularly engage in stimulating educational lessons. The primary reason for the creation of the organisation was due to the prevalence of inequality and low standards of living that many individuals have to endure.

The organisation comprises of hardworking staff, who share the same vision to fight crime, poverty, substance abuse

and illnesses that are rampant within the community. Previously, the workers at the organisation prepared meals outside, and they relied on dishes from nearby businesses. On 29 November 2022, the Purple Team paid a special visit to Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo Community Projects, to make a meaningful contribution. The Hollywood Foundation was proud to present the organisation with new items, such as educational toys, mattresses, dishes, pots and a microwave.

Ayanda Xalabile, the Manager of Ekuphumleni Joe Slovo Community Projects, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and said that the items will have a positive impact on the toddlers that are within her care.

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Grahamstown –Healing Minds Community Services

Tending to the needs of vulnerable and marginalised members of society is a focus for Healing Minds Community Services.

Situated at the Nelson Mandela Metro Municipality, Healing Minds Community Services, a non-profit organisation offers an array of services to empower the community.

Seeing that community upliftment is a goal at the Hollywood Foundation, it was an honour for the Purple Team to assist further at the start of the year.

The organisation first opened its doors in 2005. There are many focus areas within the organisation, such as HIV support groups, victim support groups, home-based care, feeding programmes for vulnerable individuals and schooling programmes for children.

The organisation’s vision is to work towards ensuring that children and adults are free from

poverty, by creating jobs and building self-esteem.

After seeing the sterling work being done by this organisation, the Team from Grahamstown chose to do their part for the community by lending a helping hand and contributing some much-needed items. These items included books, pots, a stove and a gas cylinder.

the Chairperson of Healing Minds Community Services, was overjoyed after receiving these items from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that it would help the organisation to continue empowering and feeding many individuals.

Elizabeth Mangaliso,

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Through various handovers, the Purple Team has rallied together, and extended a helping hand to many establishments that focus on empowering vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals in many communities across the country.

At the start of 2023, the Team from Jeffreys Bay was honoured to pay a special visit to a nonprofit organisation that prioritises the well-being of elderly and vulnerable individuals in society.

Jongilanga Service Centre, based in Mjekula

Street, opened its doors in 1999, after witnessing the need for elderly individuals to receive proper treatment and care. Many individuals who are based at the organisation are over the age of 60, and they are very appreciative of the support and care that they obtain from patient and hardworking staff members daily.

The organisation has many goals that it wishes to accomplish, such as building old age homes, employing more home-based care workers and reducing the unemployment rate in the country. Like many other non-profit organisations, JSC also

faces several challenges and hardships, which includes borrowing utensils from other individuals and businesses.

After witnessing the great work being done at Jongilanga Service Centre, the Purple Team chose to hand over some essential items, such as tables, chairs, mugs, plates and pots.

Bongisa Meko, the Project Manager at Jongilanga Service Centre, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the organisation, and said that the items would ensure that the elderly enjoy a warm-cooked meal before they go to bed.

Jeffreys Bay –Jongilanga Service Centre

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Korsten - Miracle Kids

Stimulation

Children with special needs are often marginalised in society, and they sometimes have to endure several challenges as they grow older.

These individuals are very reliant on adults for support, care and nurturing. Miracle Kids Stimulation, a nonprofit organisation based in Port Elizabeth, aims to rehabilitate,

stimulate, and integrate disabled children into mainstream schools.

The staff at this organisation were grateful to hear the good news that the Hollywood Foundation would be assisting the children placed in their care.

epileptic seizures, while he was in the care of his grandparents.

Genevieve Hendricks, the Director of the organisation, stated that these types of situations made it apparent that an environment needed to be created that was conducive for disabled children.

After witnessing the efforts made by the staff to allow these children an opportunity to reach their full potential, the Team from Korsten contributed stimulatory equipment for the children to use, as well as electrical appliances.

Genevieve added:

“

Miracle Kids Stimulation was formed after an 8-year-old boy was sadly found in a paint tin. He suffered from cerebral palsy, and he was falling due to his uncontrollable

The Hollywood Foundation was an answered prayer. A month ago, our stove gave in, and with load shedding, we also lost our second-hand fridge. I was preparing food at my house, and I had to take it to the Centre, daily. I am overjoyed with this valuable contribution and this selfless act of kindness shown to my special miracle kiddies.”

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Mandarin Inn –Siyaphambili Disabled Community Project

In December, the Hollywood Foundation paid a special visit to Siyaphambili Disabled Community Project, a non-profit organisation based in Walmer in the Eastern Cape.

Many disabled individuals have sought refuge at the establishment and have gained a new sense of hope for life due to the support and assistance that they have received from the dedicated staff.

Siyaphambili Disabled Community Project places a special focus on many disabled individuals, and many programmes have been implemented to

help them engage in physical activities, such as beadwork, nutritional programmes and recycling efforts. The organisation has a goal to expand their services and reach more individuals in the future.

Like many non-profit organisations, they are faced with difficulties and challenges.

To be able to receive money and offer the best possible service to individuals that rely on their care, the organisation would sell their products or ask for donations.

On 9 December 2022, the Team from Mandarin Inn chose to assist Siyaphambili

Disabled Community Project further and contributed an array of items to improve the organisation’s overall functioning and assist with meal preparations. These items included a deep freezer, spoons, a gas stove and pots.

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Onele Jakavula, the Administrator at Siyaphambili Disabled Community Project, said that the contribution would have a positive impact on disabled individuals, who are reliant on chronic medication.

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Mthatha – Health is Wealth

The Hollywood Foundation has made a positive impact on many non-profit organisations in South Africa in the past year.

Tying back to their goal of spreading the message of Ubuntu, the Team has prioritised the welfare of many disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals in the country. In April, the Team in the Eastern Cape travelled to a small but dynamic

organisation, that is doing their bit to educate and empower the community.

Based in Southernwood, Health is Wealth is an organisation that began its mission of uplifting the community in 2018. The organisation seeks to groom children to be the best version of themselves in society, and it was ultimately formed to take as many children off the streets as possible.

The dedicated staff at the organisation share

the same goal, to witness the youth developing themselves in sport, both mentally and physically.

The organisation opened up about the struggles that it faced with their printing needs, adding that their printing services were outsourced. On 24 April 2023, the Team from Mthatha was humbled to contribute a new printer to Health is Wealth, to assist with the overall functioning of the organisation.

Tsepiso, the Secretary at Health is Wealth, said that the muchneeded printer would help to ensure that the organisation’s printing services remain inhouse, and reduce their previous costs of visiting internet cafes to conduct work.

“The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change their future by merely changing their attitude.”

- Oprah Winfrey

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Park - Masibambisane

Home-Base Care and Development

Throughout this year, the Hollywood Foundation Team has been working hard to impact the lives of many people in South Africa.

Numerous non-profit organisations that address various needs were grateful to receive aid from the Purple Team, through CSI projects.

Masibambisane Home-Base Care and Development, an organisation based in the Eastern Cape, was established in 2010, and it aims to make a significant impact in the community through its educational and nutritional programmes. The organisation was formed as a response to HIV/AIDS, and its crippling effect within numerous households.

Masibambisane Home-Base Care and Development has many goals that it wishes to accomplish in the future, including ensuring quality education for children, nutrition

for disadvantaged individuals, as well as skills development.

On 10 November 2022, the Team from Newton Park paid a special visit to the organisation, to contribute a fridge, a kettle and baby chairs.

This came after the Purple Team witnessed the great efforts being done by this

establishment to improve livelihoods.

Mirriam Mbekela, the Project Manager for Masibambisane Home-Base Care and Development, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the much-needed support, and said that the contribution would allow the staff to store food for their nutritional programme.

Hollywoodbets Ngcobo - Engcobo Men as Partners

Engcobo Men as Partners is a non-profit organisation that was established in 2014 in the town of Engcobo, located in the Eastern Cape.

The organisation’s primary goal is to provide HIV/AIDS-related programmes and a secure platform for men to discuss issues that affect their health and well-being.

The organisation noticed a gap in the provision of services for men’s health, where many men were unable to voice their issues and concerns in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.

Therefore, the association was established to create a platform where men can come together to discuss issues and find solutions that work for them.

Engcobo Men as Partners has conducted several programmes related to HIV/AIDS that aim to increase awareness, provide testing and counselling services, and promote safe sexual practices.

The organisation works closely with local healthcare facilities to ensure that men receive the care and support they require.

Furthermore, Engcobo Men as Partners manages a poultry project that provides a sustainable income source for both staff and members of the community while empowering them with valuable skills in poultry farming and a source of nutritious, protein-rich food.

On 20 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation visited Engcobo Men as Partners and generously contributed to their cause. The Team from Ngcobo was impressed by the

establishment’s work and provided chicken feeder equipment and immunisations, which will aid the organisation in continuing its poultry project and ensuring the health of their chickens.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution is a testament to the importance of the work that the organisation is doing, and it will significantly support their efforts.

Masivelane Sweleka, the Director at Engcobo Men as Partners, said that before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, they had no funding. He said, “We are grateful for the support, this will help us in sustaining the organisation.”

Hollywoodbets Parliament Street –Dabane Foundation

People living with disabilities are often overlooked in society, however, they are individuals that require the most help and support.

The Hollywood Foundation recognises this, and through many of their handovers, the Team aims to empower disabled people, to give them hope for a better future.

In December, the Team in Parliament Street made it their mission to spread some extra festive cheer at Dabane Foundation, that prioritises the health and well-being of many disabled individuals.

Founded by Lubabalo Jack, Dabane Foundation has been in existence since 2018. This nonprofit organisation is embarking on a national campaign to raise funds

to set up a toll-free help centre to counsel individuals living with disabilities and their relatives that are affected by their challenges and to build a grant that covers the expenses that are associated with prosthetics.

The organisation primarily seeks to provide resources, as well as offering programmes that would equip them with skills and training to enable them to live a fit and active lifestyle.

On 2 December 2022,

the Team paid a special visit to Dabane Foundation, to contribute wheelchairs and equipment that enables the organisation to continue with their good efforts of motivating the individuals in their care.

Lubabalo extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution and said that it would assist with their goal of bettering lives, on a daily basis.

“Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”

- Malcolm X

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Queenstown –Liyabona Old Age Home and Multipurpose

Prioritising the needs of the elderly is an aspect that is very near and dear to the Hollywood Foundation.

The Team is aware that senior citizens require a helping hand, as many of them are frail and depend on the love and support from others.

In April, the Team from the Eastern Cape identified a non-profit organisation that focusses on the needs of the elderly, and through a CSI initiative, the Team

humbly presented them with a new washing machine and a tumble dryer.

Liyabona Old Age Home and Multipurpose was formed in 2019, and it consists of specialised workers who tend to the needs and well-being of the elderly. The source of inspiration for the creation of the organisation was witnessing the number of elderly citizens who were neglected in the region. Day by day, the organisation works towards many goals, such as extending its centre and services to accommodate more individuals.

The staff explained that the washing load had become too much, due to the number of elderly people within the organisation’s care.

On 19 April 2023, the Team from Queenstown chose to ease their struggles to ensure that the staff continue to offer quality care and services to the elderly.

Mihlali Ntliziyombi, a representative from Liyabona Old Age Home and Multipurpose, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution and said that the elderly would now have fresh, clean clothes to wear.

Hollywoodbets Quigney - Teelo Foundation

In 2016, the Teelo Foundation was formed with a mission to support learners from vulnerable backgrounds in the Eastern Cape. The Foundation focusses on providing school uniforms to learners, who may not have the means to purchase them on their own.

The need for the Teelo Foundation arose from the realisation that many learners in the area were attending school without proper uniforms, which could be a significant barrier to learning. Without a uniform, learners may feel out of place or selfconscious, leading to low self-esteem and poor academic performance. In addition, some schools require uniforms, and learners who cannot afford them may face disciplinary action or even expulsion.

sponsorships from companies and organisations.

Teelo Foundation is a prime example of how a small organisation can make a big impact. By focussing on a specific need (school uniforms) and working closely with schools and learners, the Foundation has been able to create positive change in the community. The Foundation sent a request to the Hollywood Foundation for assistance regarding office equipment that they need to be able to continue with their job of helping underprivileged learners. The Team from Quigney visited the

organisation on 17 April, 2023, with a variety of items including a printer, a projector, a keyboard, and a mouse as well as cartridges.

Thabisa Loliwe, a representative at Teelo Foundation, said that she knew first-hand how hard it was to go to school without a proper uniform. She said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation would benefit learners from vulnerable backgrounds. Thabisa further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for its generous contribution to the future of Eastern Cape leaders.

The Foundation operates by partnering with schools in the Eastern Cape to identify learners who require assistance and seek assistance with donations and

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and basic needs to struggling families.

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Phuthaditjhaba - Team Spirit Care Centre

QwaQwa-based Team Spirit Care Centre is a non-profit organisation that provides a safe, warm and loving home to orphans and vulnerable children in the Free State. Their mission aligns with the Hollywood Foundation as an organisation that cares for the most vulnerable in society. When Team Spirit Care Centre was founded in 2010, there was an increase of neglected children in the area due to teenage pregnancy, substance abuse and other social ills.

The organisation has been a safe haven for these

vulnerable members of society by providing mental awareness support to families affected by HIV/AIDS and providing a better-quality education through early childhood development programmes and afterschool programmes, including a drop-in centre for struggling families.

The organisation’s goal is to provide a safe and secure place for both orphans and vulnerable children.

Team Spirit Care Centre strives to provide emotional support, trauma counselling, debriefing, cognitive behaviour and narrative therapy, as well as providing food

Tshepang Mohale, the Liaison Officer at Team Spirit Care Centre, said that they have been struggling with resources and relied on contributions to achieve some of their objectives.

Seeing the sterling work this organisation does in the community, the Team from Phuthaditjhaba visited the centre on 16 February 2023, with a contribution of a variety of items including beds, chairs, tables and learning materials.

Tshepang said, “The learning materials will ensure that our mission to provide a better-quality education for all is achieved as we also cater for the after-school programmes.”

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vulnerable children and offer them necessary care and support.

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Alberton - Dzulane Place of Safety Care Centre

The Hollywood Foundation has been making a positive impact in the lives of many people, who seek refuge at various non-profit organisations across the country.

Through various CSI projects, the Purple Team have touched the hearts of many people, including the elderly and vulnerable women and children.

Dzulane Place of Safety Care Centre is based in Vosloorus, and it was established in 2012. This organisation places

the needs of orphaned children as a priority.

Nelly, the Founder of this organisation, had a vision to create an environment where children feel safe and protected, after her own son went missing.

She works hand-in-hand with the community, to identify and assist

Previously, the organisation was struggling to meet their laundry needs. On 2 December 2022, the Team from Alberton paid a visit to the organisation to contribute some vital items, including a fridge, a washing machine, a stove, tables and chairs.

Nelly thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the much-needed support and said that the items will make a positive impact on the many children who seek refuge at the centre.

Hollywoodbets Boksburg - Almond Tree

Children are the future and Almond Tree, a non-profit organisation in Cloverdene, is ensuring that the future of orphaned and vulnerable individuals in the area is secured.

The organisation offers a place where children can feel safe and loved. It also provides a supportive environment where children can develop their selfesteem, social skills, and a sense of belonging.

This is achieved through activities such as arts and crafts, sports, and music, which help to build confidence and promote social interaction.

Established in 2014, Almond Tree’s impact in the community it serves is immeasurable.

The organisation was formed with the aim of protecting vulnerable children and their goals are to rescue children in need and put them in safe homes where they will be provided with proper education.

to countless children who would otherwise be living in poverty and neglect. By providing essential services such as education, healthcare, and nutrition, the organisation is helping to break the cycle of poverty and give these children a chance to thrive.

At the Hollywood Foundation, the needs of the children are on top of the Team Members list, and the Team from Boksburg paid a special visit to the organisation on 28 February 2023, with a variety of items

including stationery, a washing machine and mattress covers.

Zina Rotherham, the Development Manager at Almond Tree, expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation, and said, “Thank you for your generous contribution of a new washing machine, waterproof mattress protectors and school stationery gifted to our children. We are truly grateful to have your support.”

This organisation has helped to provide a lifeline

Hollywoodbets Daxina – Mohloding Support Centre

The Purple Team in Gauteng rallied together to put smiles on the faces of individuals at Mohloding Support Centre.

This non-profit organisation shares the same vision as the Hollywood Foundation, which is to bind communities together, and ensure that individuals from marginalised and vulnerable backgrounds are given the necessary support to work towards a promising future.

Mohloding Support Centre opened its doors in 2020, and it consists

of compassionate and dedicated staff members, who work towards ensuring that children are in a safe space after school.

The primary reason for the creation of this organisation was witnessing numerous children on the streets, left alone and exposed to many dangers.

The children also consider this organisation to be a safe haven, where they regularly receive warm-cooked meals to sustain them throughout the day.

However, the staff at Mohloding Support Centre explained that

they found it difficult to prepare and cook meals for the children, with the little resources that were left to their disposal.

On 20 December 2022, the Team from Daxina sought to add some festive cheer and visited the organisation to hand over their share of new equipment, including pots, a vacuum cleaner, and an urn.

Patience, the Manager of Mohloding Support Centre, expressed gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation, and said that it will enable them to care and support more children in the future.

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Germiston - Silkworth Recovery Centre

Silkworth Recovery Centre was established in 2017 with a clear mission to offer substance abuse prevention programmes to the community.

The organisation’s ultimate goal is to open a rehabilitation centre, but they have faced significant challenges along the way.

Despite these obstacles, the team at Silkworth Recovery Centre is passionate about helping people and creating a

sense of positivity in the lives of those they serve. One of the most significant challenges that Silkworth Recovery Centre has faced is creating a conducive working environment that has the necessary resources to support their programmes. Fortunately, in November 2022, they received a significant contribution from the Hollywood Foundation. The Team from Germiston visited the centre on 24 November 2022, to deliver the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation.

It was a joyous occasion, and everyone at the centre was grateful for the generosity.

According to

Andiswa

Hlaphayi, the Centre Manager, the contribution of chairs and tables will provide a more comfortable and efficient workspace for staff, while the printer will enable them to print important documents and materials for their programmes. Andiswa expressed her appreciation, stating that the contribution would go a long way in supporting the centre’s programmes and achieving its goals.

Hollywoodbets Kempton ParkMalatsi Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation is proud to implement various CSI projects, that address many needs in South Africa.

From teaching, sewing and gardening, the Purple Team have supported an array of non-profit organisations, through meaningful contributions.

In November, the Hollywood Foundation was honoured to lend a helping hand to Malatsi Foundation, which is based in Gauteng.

This organisation was established in 2021 and it focusses on gardening activities.

The workers at this establishment saw a vision to create a clean and sustainable environment that is conducive for growth, and they put in lots of hours to ensure that the soil, seedlings and plants are healthy. Malatsi Foundation has a goal to clean the community, and the Team from Kempton Park saw an opportunity to make this goal a reality through a contribution of gardening equipment.

The handover took place on 17 November 2022 and formed part of a project that aims to nurture and support the environment.

Thabiso, the Director of Malatsi Foundation, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generous items, and said that the workers will now be able to make a good impact within the community.

Hollywoodbets Lenz Station – Ebenezer Home

The Hollywood Foundation Team prides itself on the ability to identify many non-profit organisations in South Africa, that offer quality care and support to individuals who come from vulnerable and disadvantaged backgrounds.

In November, the Team from Gauteng chose to support a local organisation, that prioritises the needs of adults who suffer from mental illnesses.

Ebenezer Home was formed in 2005, and it is based in Roodepoort.

The organisation is an adult psychiatric home, and it was formed after witnessing the shortage of these establishments in the region, to cater to the needs of these individuals.

The staff at the organisation are extremely passionate and dedicated, and they have a goal to ensure sustainability for the residents. Previously, the organisation relied heavily on subsidies from the Department of Health, as well as corporate funding through fundraising events. After witnessing the quality care that the organisation offers to their patients, the Team from Lenz Station was honoured to contribute much-needed items to

assist with the overall functioning of the establishment.

On 23 November 2022, the Team paid a special visit to Ebenezer Home, to hand over an array of equipment, including paint, paintbrushes and a tape.

Kerry von Buddenbrock, the Fundraising Assistant at Ebenezer Home, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for its gracious support, and said, “Now, we won’t need to spend money on painting our home.”

“To give your best is to receive the best.”

- Raymond Holliwell

Hollywoodbets Newtown Mall - Boys and Girls Club of SA

The Purple Team rallied together this year to extend a helping hand to a non-profit organisation, that has proven to have a remarkable impact on many children in Gauteng.

Through various handovers, the Hollywood Foundation has sought to make a positive difference in the lives of many individuals, and uplift communities.

Boys and Girls Club of SA was established in 2011, after seeing a great need to inspire and empower school-going children. This organisation, which is based in Newtown, Gauteng, provides after school programmes to learners from Grade 1 to 12, and helps to keep them off the streets through sports.

The Team from Newtown Mall identified the organisation, and in August, they contributed sporting equipment to

assist the learners with their physical activities.

Bonolo Masigo, the Fundraising Manager at Boys and Girls Club of SA, said that they had opened more clubs in Gauteng to reach more children, however, they lacked sporting equipment. He added, “The equipment will contribute greatly to the sporting programmes, helping children participate better in sports, and make the lives of coaches so much easier.”

Hollywoodbets Pretoria - Peer Positive Culture

Peer Positive Culture, a non-profit organisation in Soshanguve, Gauteng, has been positively impacting many lives in the community through a variety of programmes.

Peer Positive Culture is comprised of hardworking staff, who share the same vision of ending the scourge of poverty in the area.

The organisation is invested in upskilling the youth to gain basic knowledge and skills to be able to feed their families.

The organisation was established in 2022, and its main focus is on farming, soccer and life skills.

With community development, empowerment and

sports development from grassroots level being some of the programmes the Hollywood Foundation invests in, the Purple Team from Pretoria was honoured to help the organisation with a contribution of gardening equipment on 4 November 2022. This has an aim to help the organisation to continue making a sustainable impact in the lives of many individuals

in the community. Boingotlo Maleswena, the Health Promoter at Peer Positive Culture, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist them this year, and said that the contributed items will be used to help to uplift the community.

“Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose.”

- G.K. Nelson.

Hollywoodbets Soweto

– Kasi Hero Foundation

Having seen how many children go to bed hungry every day, the youth from Pimville in Gauteng decided to do something to bring about change. They started an organisation called Kasi Hero Foundation in 2020 with the aim to feed over 300 children from the area. In October, the organisation received major support for its soup kitchen from the Hollywood Foundation, as part of a CSI initiative.

The Purple Team from Soweto contributed a Wendy house and kitchen equipment to the organisation to help them in their quest to curb the scourge of hunger in the community.

The youth run a daily soup kitchen and

collected sanitary pads, school shoes, wheelchairs, and toiletries to contribute to the less fortunate.

Tankiso Joseph Moremi, the Co-Founder of the organisation, said that this initiative will help to make sure that over 300 children receive meals everyday. He said that they also wish to build a

multipurpose center for the community as they also work with the youth and senior citizens.

He added, “We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Hollywood Foundation for their support in making sure that no child goes to bed on an empty stomach.”

“Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment.”

- Oprah Winfrey

Mobile TeamAmogelang Day Care Centre

It was an honour for the Hollywood Foundation to make a meaningful contribution to Amogelang Day Care Centre in Gauteng at the start of the year.

The Early Childhood Development Centre has prioritised the needs and well-being of children from Zandspruit and surrounding communities.

Education and Training is one of the main pillars at the Hollywood Foundation and the Purple Team constantly works hard to identify these organisations across the country. On 11 January 2023, the Mobile Team from Gauteng visited Amogelang Day Care Centre to present them with a contribution of a

variety of items including educational toys, water containers to ensure that the children are provided with safe clean water and to also stimulate their minds and prepare them for big school.

Fredah Malope, the Founder of Amogelang Day Care Centre, expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood

Foundation for the contribution and said that the educational material will help them to provide high-quality education to the children at the day care.

“Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.”

- Nelson Mandela

Mobile TeamBethany Home

Bethany Home offers a safe environment for children to grow and develop.

The organisation’s goals are to better the community by extending a helping hand to many individuals who are in need, especially children.

The Mthatha-based Bethany Home was established in the year 2000 with the aim to provide child care services to children aged four to six, who are abandoned, orphaned and abused. The organisation is comprised of hardworking staff, who are passionate about children and tackling societal challenges that are putting children at risk.

Their goal is to continue providing services to these children.

As an organisation that works within communities and has a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others, the Hollywood Foundation saw the need to lend a helping hand to the organisation with a meaningful contribution. On 3 February 2023, the Mobile Team in Gauteng visited the organisation

to present them with educational toys, chairs, learning material and kitchen equipment to help them deliver quality services to the vulnerable children.

Rose Kasambi, the Director at Bethany Home, expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, and said that it will help them to provide better services to the community.

“Success is not final, and failure is not fatal, it is the courage to continue that counts.”

- Winston S Churchill

Mobile Team- Boikanyo and Tshwaraganang

Caring for children requires patience, love and care which is what the Boikanyo and Tshwaraganang organisations do best. The two organisations were established in 2004

and 2005 respectively and were formed with the aim to cater for children living with disabilities from different backgrounds.

The need for the development of the centres arose after seeing that most children are

being discriminated and neglected.

The organisations aim to provide a safe environment for the little ones and also provide them with services that cater to their needs. With the needs of

children being the main focus at the Hollywood Foundation, the Team has been spreading cheer and changing lives throughout the country with a variety of contributions.

In line with this, the Mobile Team in Gauteng paid a special visit to Boikanyo

and Tshwaraganang to present them with contributions that included basic necessities like wheelchairs, tables, chairs and garden equipment, to help with the smooth running of the organisations. Representatives of Boikanyo and Tshwaraganang thanked

the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contributions and said that it will make their lives easier in providing services to the vulnerable children in their communities.

Mobile Team – Dinaso Dinaso is a soup kitchen that is based in Gauteng. As part of a handover, the Purple Team was delighted to select this organisation to receive assistance. Many people across the country lack one basic need – food.

The Hollywood Foundation recognises this and implements an array of projects that aim to promote the health and wellness of vulnerable individuals in society.

Dinaso was established in 2019, and it was formed to combat the widespread hunger in areas based in Gauteng.

The Founders of this non-profit organisation began to witness the impact of hunger on the youth and strived to develop a safe haven where these individuals could receive a warm meal.

Previously, representatives from the organisation went door-to-door to ask

for contributions or used money from their own pockets to sustain the overall functioning of the soup kitchen.

After witnessing the organisation’s good efforts, the Mobile Team from Gauteng was proud to contribute equipment towards the soup kitchen, such as gas stoves, knives and pots.

The items will help to ensure that Dinaso continues to touch the lives of hungry people, daily.

An Administrator at Dinaso was overjoyed after receiving the items and said that the contribution will help them to target victims of substance abuse in the region.

“Do a little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits put together that overwhelm the world.”

- Desmond Tutu

Mobile TeamEmthonjeni Satellite

Emthonjeni Satellite is a community-based organisation located in Sebokeng, that provides psycho-social care and support to members of the community, especially orphans and those living with HIV/AIDS.

The centre was established in 2005 and has since been a vital resource for the community that it serves. The centre offers other services including counselling, health education, and support groups for these individuals, as well as providing educational programmes on life skills, entrepreneurship, and job readiness, empowering individuals to become self-sufficient.

As an organisation that cares for the community, the Hollywood Foundation made a contribution of roof paint and paint brushes to the organisation, and the Mobile Team visited the centre on 8 March 2023 to deliver the items.

The contribution of roof paint and paint brushes may seem like a small gesture, but it can make a significant impact on the overall functioning of the community. By improving the physical appearance of the centre, it can create a more welcoming environment for those seeking support and assistance.

The simple act of painting the building can also

help to uplift the spirits of those who visit the centre and create a sense of pride and ownership within the community.

Zanele Tshabalala, the Manager at the centre, expressed her gratitude for the contribution, saying that the centre would look cleaner and more inviting for the community.

Mobile Team – Itireleng Association for the Physically Disabled

The Hollywood Foundation contributed chairs and tables to Itireleng Association for the Physically Disabled, to help make their services to the community easier.

Itireleng Association for the Physically Disabled was established in 2006, and it is a centre that caters for nearly 100 people who are living with disabilities.

The organisation was formed due to the growing stigma against disabled people in the community with the aim to help put the disabled people in a friendly

and in a comfortable environment. The centre helps to lobby for their rights and also assists to afford them with equal opportunities such as education and jobs.

The centre runs a variety of programmes every day of the week. The programmes include sports, arts and culture, reading and writing, gardening, skills training and board games.

They also offer nutritious meals, including breakfast and lunch to their beneficiaries from areas as far as Zenzele, Toekomsrus, Krugersdorp and the surrounding areas of Rand West City. The team at Itireleng Association for the

Physically Disabled reached out to the Hollywood Foundation for assistance following many challenges that they are faced with.

The Purple Team has been lending a helping hand throughout the country through various CSI initiatives and the Mobile Team from Gauteng was happy to come to their aid.

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Rabotsho, the Chairperson of Itireleng Association for the Physically Disabled, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the meaningful contribution.

Mobile Team – Mafulo Primary School

Studies have shown that children who go to school on empty stomachs fail to concentrate on their studies which impacts their education negatively.

To change the narrative and make a difference, the Mafulo Ga Sisulu organisation, based at Mafulo Primary School, provides daily meals to orphans and vulnerable children in the school.

In November, the Hollywood Foundation was privileged to assist the organisation.

Mafulo Ga Sisulu was established in 2010 in Olieven, Gauteng, with the aim to provide care and daily meals to orphans and vulnerable children in the school.

The organisation wishes to achieve sustainability and expand to providing this service to other schools in the area.

Like many organisations, there are hurdles along the way. For this organisation, it was the fridge and the stove that broke down which made it difficult for them to provide daily meals for their beneficiaries.

On 22 November 2022, the Mobile Team from Gauteng visited the organisation to hand

over kitchen and garden equipment.

Sara Molea, the Manager at Mafulo Ga Sisulu, said that she is very grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution which will go a long way in helping them on their mission of feeding the children. She said, “We will now be able to store, prepare and serve meals on time to our beneficiaries.”

“An individual hasn’t started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of humanity.”

- Martin Luther King Jr.

Mobile TeamMasikhathalelane

Masikhathalelane is making a difference in the lives of many by offering warm meals to those in need.

The organisation is a beacon of hope for many who struggle to make ends meet and provides a meal to those who might otherwise go hungry.

Masikhathalelane is a non-profit organisation that was established in 2006 with the aim of providing support to vulnerable groups in the community.

The centre is located in Petrusville in the Northern Cape and has been providing services to the community for over a decade.

One of the primary services offered by the organisation is its

soup kitchen. The soup kitchen operates on a daily basis, and anyone in the community is welcome to come and have a meal.

The soup kitchen serves a nutritious meal that includes soup, bread, and a piece of fruit. The meal is prepared by a team of dedicated volunteers who give up their time to help those in need.

The soup kitchen has become a lifeline for many in the community who struggle to put food on the table.

The centre’s staff and volunteers provide a friendly and welcoming environment, and they are always on-hand to offer a helping hand to those in need.

In addition to the soup kitchen, the Masikhathalelane

organisation also offers a range of other services to the community.

The organisation’s work is supported by contributions from individuals and organisations who share its vision and values.

One of those organisations is the Hollywood Foundation which shares the same vision as Masikhathalelane.

On 16 August 2023, the Mobile Team from Gauteng visited the organisation with a variety of items including pots, tables, chairs and a gas stove, to ensure that they can continue to make a difference in the lives of many.

Elmaria Ben, the Manager at Masikhathalelane, said that the organisation is a reminder that even the smallest gesture of kindness can make a big difference in the lives of others. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generous gesture and said that it will make a huge difference to the organisation.

Mobile TeamMorester Primary School

Education is truly the stepping stone towards a brighter future.

Every child deserves an opportunity to succeed in their academic career.

The Hollywood Foundation uses its CSI programme to implement an array of educational initiatives and touch the lives of many learners across the country.

Morester Primary School was established in 1983. Based in Gauteng, teachers at the school have been prioritising the needs of learners, by ensuring that they are fully equipped with knowledge, skills and abilities that will enable them to go far in life.

On 22 November 2022, the Mobile Team from Gauteng paid a visit to the school, to hand over tins of paint. The contribution aims to revamp the school and

instill values of pride amongst the learners.

Mr L.H. Lesia, the Deputy Principal of Morester Primary School, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, and said that it will give the school a muchneeded refurbishment.

Mobile Team - Refihlile Disability Care

People living with disabilities are among the most vulnerable groups and they may need help with basic activities of daily living, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and mobility.

To give them the support they need, the Hollywood Foundation was privileged to have made a contribution to Refihlile Disability Care, as part of a meaningful initiative.

Refihile Disability Care, based in Zandspruit, Gauteng, is a homebased care organisation that was established in 2021 with the aim of caring for people with disabilities.

The establishment offers expert support and care for people including

adults and children with disabilities in the community.

In October, the Mobile Team in Gauteng made a contribution of wheelchairs and educational toys as part of a CSI project, which places a special focus on disadvantaged communities across the country.

Rosina Ngoepe, the Founder at Refihlile Disability Care, said that it is a struggle to be able to take care of their beneficiaries with limited resources.

She added that she was very grateful for the contribution as it will make a great impact in the community.

“My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together.”

- Desmond Tutu

Mobile TeamRustenburg Hospice

Rustenburg Hospice was established with the aim of providing home-based palliative care to patients with life-limiting illnesses in the Rustenburg community of South Africa. The hospice operates with a team of trained professionals who are dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to patients and their families during difficult times.

Palliative care is a specialised form of medical care that is focussed on improving the quality of life for patients with life-limiting illnesses. It aims to alleviate symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and emotional distress, while also providing emotional, social, and spiritual support to patients and

their families. Rustenburg Hospice, established in 1997, provides a range of services to patients and their families, including nursing care, pain and symptom management, emotional support, and spiritual counselling.

The hospice also provides practical support to families, such as help with transportation and meal preparation. One of the key services provided by the Rustenburg Hospice is home-based care.

This allows patients to receive care in the comfort of their own homes, surrounded by their loved ones.

Home-based care also helps to reduce the financial burden on families, as it is often less expensive than hospital-

based care. In order to help the hospice sustain itself, the Mobile Team from Gauteng visited the organisation on 24 November 2022, with garden equipment. The equipment included wheelbarrows, rakes, forks and many other items to help the organisation with its garden project.

Antoinette, a Human Resource representative from the Rustenburg Hospice, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will not only help the hospice but the whole community, as they will benefit from the garden. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for taking steps to assist them in their time of need.

Mobile Team - Thandi

Albertina Golden Welfare is an important focus for the Hollywood Foundation. In this day and age, there are many socio-economic challenges that affect our community, such as drugs, alcohol, and crime. As a caring non-profit organisation, the Purple Team has an aim to extend its reach to assist other organisations that share the same vision to uplift our community.

With this in mind, the Team was humbled to extend a helping hand to Thandi Albertina Golden in Gauteng in December. Thandi Albertina Golden opened its doors in 2016, and it is comprised of dedicated staff who assist people who want to combat substance abuse.

The organisation was inspired by Patrick Lee Golden, the CEO, who

drew on his own personal experiences and a need to help other community members turn their lives around.

The organisation is working hard towards a goal of developing an onsite training hub.

Patrick has opened up about the many financial struggles that he has had to face, including a reliance on fees to cover costs. On 30 December 2022, the Mobile Team from Gauteng embarked on a handover, and visited the organisation to contribute paint and equipment.

This contribution will assist the organisation to continue offering services to the community and support those who need help to overcome their struggles.

Patrick thanked the Purple Team for their assistance, and said, “This will take the pressure off us in terms of coming up with initiatives to revamp, enhance and improve our dorms.”

“Each of us must work for his own improvement, and at the same time share a general responsibility for all humanity.”

- Marie Curie

Mobile Team – T-SHAD

People living with disabilities face significant barriers and are often excluded from accessing and receiving everyday services, let alone being empowered.

To help Tembisa Self Association for the Disabled (T-SHAD) bridge this gap, the Hollywood Foundation contributed gardening equipment and a gas stove to the organisation. This organisation, which runs protective workshops for people with disabilities, was established in 1990.

It aims to ensure that people with disabilities, play a role in the economy. T-SHAD was identified by Malatjie Mashegoane,

a Hollywoodbets Area Manager for East Rand.

The Mobile Team from Gauteng contributed these items to help the organisation to be able to fully operate in planting the crops and to look after them properly. Ziggy Maqabe, a representative from

T-SHAD, said that she is thankful to the Hollywood Foundation as they will now be able to continue their work of helping people living with disabilities without any challenges. She added, “The equipment will help a lot in the garden.”

“All of our humanity is dependent upon recognising the humanity in others.”

- Desmond Tutu

Mobile TeamVukuzenzele Old Age Home

The Vukuzenzele Old Age Home is a communitybased organisation that was established in 2002, with the aim of providing a home for elderly people who have been neglected, abandoned, or are in need of care. The home is located in the heart of Sebokeng in southern Gauteng and provides a safe and secure environment for its residents.

The home is staffed by a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care to the elderly. The staff

members include caregivers who work tirelessly to ensure that the residents are comfortable and wellcared for. The home provides a range of services to its residents, including accommodation, meals, and medical care.

The home also offers recreational activities such as arts and crafts, games, and social events to keep its residents engaged and active. On 25 January 2023, Vukuzenzele Old Age Home received a contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, and the Mobile Team from Gauteng visited the organisation with

a contribution of a gas cooker, washing machine and gas cylinder which will enable the home to expand its services and improve the quality of care provided to its residents.

Vuyelwa Selebalo, the Manager at Vukuzenzele

Old Age Home, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation has assisted them to provide better services to their residents.

She said, “With this contribution, we will now be able to provide warm cooked meals for the elderly and frail residents in our care. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation.”

Mobile TeamZimeleni School

In November, the Hollywood Foundation embarked on a mission to impact lives at Zimeleni School in Katlehong, Gauteng.

The school caters for learners with special needs and the Mobile Team from Gauteng was privileged to make a meaningful contribution of gardening equipment,

including wheelbarrows, rakes and forks, to the school.

Zimeleni School was established in 1983 to cater for learners who need special care. With lack of resources, the Purple Team, through its CSI initiative, saw the need to make a contribution to the school where learners have become responsible caretakers.

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said that they want to ensure that learners with special needs are educated and equipped with functional learning and basic life skills.

The school was appreciative of the assistance and thanked the Hollywood Foundation for its generosity.

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to have new toys to play with. Although the school was doing well before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the items have enhanced the service they are able to provide to the community and assists towards long-term sustainability.

Hollywoodbets Argyle

- Shalom Outreach Nursery School

Shalom Outreach Nursery School, established in 2007, is a special place in the community of Newlands East, Durban.

The nursery school was created with the goal of providing subsidised learning to the underprivileged children in the community.

The team behind the school understands that education is a vital tool for children to break the cycle of poverty and reach their full potential in life.

The school’s long-term goal is to ensure the sustainability of learning and to continue to grow and serve more children as the need for quality education in the community continues to grow. On 21 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation was honoured to make an impactful contribution to the school.

The Team from Argyle contributed chairs and educational toys for the children at the school.

This contribution was a significant boost to the school’s resources, and the children were thrilled

The Principal of the school, Beryl Fayers, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution.

She said that at Shalom Outreach Nursery School, they believe that every child deserves access to quality education regardless of their background.

The school’s mission is to ensure that every child who attends the school receives a solid foundation for their future education and life.

Hollywoodbets Bluff - Merewent Cheshire Home

Helping communities to thrive is what the Hollywood Foundation aspires to do.

In November, the Purple Team tended to the needs of a vulnerable group of individuals in Durban at Merewent Cheshire Home.

The organisation which is based in Merewent, was established in 1994 with the aim to render residential care and rehabilitation to adults with physical disabilities. Merewent Cheshire Home’s goal is to empower and provide equal opportunities to develop people living with disabilities.

The organisation currently houses 35 youth and adults with physical disabilities, who are provided with comfortable accommodation, 24-hour care and nutritious meals.

Residents are also provided with laundry and cleaning services, access to a nurse and social worker, psychosocial support, specialised transport, social activities, sports and other forms of development and entertainment.

One of their challenges was that they had no curtains as residents were using their clothes and towels to cover the windows which caused

the rooms to become dull and very dark.

After hearing about their need for curtains, the Team from the Bluff stepped in to assist with brand-new curtains and rails for all the resident’s bedrooms, the lounge, the dining hall and the reception area.

Tholakele Mkhize, the Manager at the Merewent Cheshire Home, said that they are thankful for the generous gesture, and said, “This contribution has boosted morale, self-esteem, attitude and social well-being of the residents.”

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Brackenham –

Gracious Givers

This year, the Hollywood Foundation Team in KwaZulu-Natal was humbled to make a positive impact on a non-profit organisation that continues to upskill and educate the community.

Through various projects and handovers, the Purple Team has made it their mission to leave their imprint across various organisations that seek to assist the vulnerable and disadvantaged.

Gracious Givers, which is based in Brackenham, has been in existence

since 2022, and it is actively involved in community development. The organisation was formed due to witnessing the many struggles and hardships that the community has to face daily. Gracious Givers seeks to uplift the community through various programmes and services, such as flea markets, where individuals have the opportunity to sell products for their own income.

The staff at the organisation has opened up about the many struggles that it has had to face daily, such as borrowing equipment. On 20 April 2023, the

Team from Brackenham visited the organisation, to contribute some much-needed equipment to the organisation, such as a gazebo, chairs and an invertor generator.

Mandy Michael, the Chairperson of Gracious Givers warmly welcomed the assistance from the Hollywood Foundation and said that the items will greatly assist the individuals within their care, and it will ensure that they will have their own equipment to use at flea markets.

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Chatsworth - Golden Generation Youth Club

Recent statistics show that the country is in a decline with an unemployment rate of 32.7%, as many people, especially the youth, are struggling to make ends meet.

To address this issue and many other social ills plaguing our nation, a dedicated team of youth from Welbedacht in Chatsworth, north of Durban, saw the need to start an organisation to empower the youth of the area.

Golden Generation Youth Club was established in 2015 with the aim to address social ills in the community of

Chatsworth, particularly in Ward 72 and surrounding areas by upskilling the youth with basic training in agriculture and many other aspects, so they can be able to create employment and fend for themselves.

The organisation was founded as a training centre and an agricultural income project. Like any other non-profit organisation, they have their fair share of challenges including limited resources.

Nkosinathi Ndlovu, Director at Golden Generation Youth Club, said that they were barely functioning before they received a generous contribution from the

Hollywood Foundation. The organisation reached out to the Hollywood Foundation after seeing how the Foundation has been able to impact lives with sustainable contributions throughout the country. The Team from Chatsworth visited this organisation with a contribution of a blender, a fryer and chafing dishes among other things, on 20 February 2023.

Nkosinathi was at a loss for words after seeing what the Purple Team had brought for them and expressed his heartfelt gratitude. He said, “We are extremely grateful for the generous gesture. This contribution will help us immensely as an organisation. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation.”

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Dukwahs -

Pietermaritzburg

Mental Health P Pillay

Lending a helping hand in a time of need is what the Hollywood Foundation does best and in November 2022, the Team was honoured to assist the Pietermaritzburg Mental Health P Pillay Home with finances to cement an area that had been giving them problem for years.

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Mental Health is a nongovernment organisation that has been in existence since 1945. The organisation renders services to persons with mental and intellectual disabilities.

The services include social work which entails

providing counselling and assistance to over 1 000 clients as well as assistance in managing 250 disability grants.

They also provide residential care with accommodation and 24-hour care, recreational therapy to 185 residents in four different homes and protective employment by providing skills training in a protected workshop environment and assisting with obtaining permanent employment in the open labour market.

The organisation also renders indirect services to individuals and communities that focus on mental health awareness, community development and education.

Before the contribution from Hollywood Foundation, the organisation was battling to maintain the building and pay reasonable salaries because of the economic climate.

The financial contribution from the Dukwahs Team has helped with the area that needed concreting.

Philippa Manning, the Executive Director at Pietermaritzburg Mental Health P Pillay, said that they used the funds to cement the recreational area which used to get extremely muddy when it rains and dusty when it was hot. She added, “We are extremely grateful and appreciate that you chose Pietermaritzburg Mental Health as a beneficiary.”

Hollywoodbets EmpangeniuMhlathuze Crèche

Childhood development is a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation, which is why the Purple Team contributed various items to uMhlathuze Crèche to help them with their vision of grooming and nurturing young minds.

uMhlathuze Crèche was established in 2003 with the aim to offer an early childhood development service. The inspiration for the formation of this crèche was due to seeing the

need to assist parents by looking after the children while they go to work. The organisation’s goal is to accommodate as many children as possible and offer them quality and affordable education. ECD centres focus on educating and mentally developing children from an early age while offering them a sense of belonging and preparing them for big school.

Like many other organisations, uMhlathuze Crèche has had its fair share of challenges, especially with resources.

After witnessing some of the challenges and how it was hindering operations at the Crèche, the Team from Empangeni decided to step in with a contribution of a laptop, a fridge, a TV and printer to help make teaching and learning easier.

Sibongile Mngomezulu, the Supervisor at uMhlathuze Crèche, said that they are overjoyed with the generous contribution, and added, “The fridge will help in storing formula and breastmilk and the TV will help keep the young ones entertained with educational programmes.”

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Estcourt - Helpinghand Isandl’esihle

Helpinghand Isandl’esihle, located in Escourt, KwaZulu-Natal, is a beacon of hope for many vulnerable children and youth who don’t have homes.

The organisation’s commitment to providing a safe and peaceful environment is a testament to its dedication to improving the lives of those in their care.

Helpinghand Isandl’esihle was established due to the poverty and instability in the community, with young people being moved from one home

to another or left alone without a proper structure put into place. The organisation provides a range of services to those in need, including shelter, food, clothing, and education.

The organisation’s focus on education is particularly important as it provides children with the tools they need to succeed in life.

On 9 February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed building material to the organisation.

The contribution was handed over to the organisation by the Team from Estcourt, and it has brought much-needed relief and support to

the organisation and its residents. The Managing Director at Helpinghand Isandl’esihle, Mthobisi Khumalo, is passionate about ensuring that vulnerable children and youth receive the care and support that they need. His commitment to building a safe and secure environment for those in his care is evident in the organisation’s work and the positive impact it has on the community.

He thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support that they have received and said that it will make a lasting difference in people’s lives.

Hollywoodbets Isipingo – F.A.I.R NPO

In continuing with their goal to assist individuals from vulnerable and disadvantaged communities, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to visit a non-profit organisation in Umlazi, which has a strong focus on community upliftment through sport.

Both welfare and sports development form part of the core pillars at the Hollywood Foundation, which made the Purple Team eager and excited to support F.A.I.R NPO in January this year.

Established in 2017, F.A.I.R NPO is a nonprofit organisation that consists of passionate

staff members, who always go the extra mile to ensure that the youth are given every opportunity to succeed in life. Sport has proven to have a tremendous impact on the growth and development of the youth, as it offers great life learning lessons to equip them for the future.

The primary source of inspiration for the formation of the organisation was to make a positive difference in the surrounding communities. The organisation works hard on a daily basis to accomplish their goal of fighting against racism and discrimination, as well as GenderBased Violence.

Like many other nonprofit organisations, there are many challenges to overcome, and one of many struggles at this establishment included conducting activities without the necessary equipment. On 10 January 2023, the Team from Isipingo was proud to contribute an array of much-needed items, such as soccer balls, a gazebo and cones.

Nhlanhla, the Chairperson of F.A.I.R NPO, was overjoyed after receiving the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that it will help the organisation to implement their programmes swiftly.

Hollywoodbets Ixopo – Masikhule Day Care and Crèche

Non-profit organisations are driving forces in many communities across the country.

Many of their programmes and initiatives are firmly based on ensuring that vulnerable and disadvantaged members of society are given a lifeline, and an opportunity to work towards a promising future. In January, the Hollywood Foundation reached out to support Masikhule Day Care and Crèche, an organisation based in KwaZulu-Natal, that has worked hard to prioritise the needs and well-being of children.

Masikhule Day Care and Crèche opened its doors to care for children in 2021. The organisation was formed after witnessing many children from rural areas within the community, who needed stimulation and care from an early age. There are passionate and hardworking staff members, who work hard daily to ensure that the needs of these children are met.

The organisation has many goals that it hopes to accomplish, such as building a huge school for the young children, as well as a boarding house for children to be placed within a safe environment while their parents or guardians are at work. Zithobile Mchunu, the Director for Masikhule Day Care and Crèche, explained that a challenge for the organisation included purchasing paraffin to prepare warm-cooked meals, especially during the harsh and cold winter months. After witnessing the good efforts being done at this organisation,

the Hollywood Foundation chose to assist them and ensure that they nurture and care for more children in the years to come.

On 26 January 2023, the Team from Ixopo was proud to contribute an array of items to the organisation, including a fridge and a microwave. Zithobile extended her support for the muchneeded assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that the equipment will make it easier for them to purchase and store food in bulk.

Hollywoodbets KwaDukuzaMasibathande Care Centre

Through a CSI project, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to assist Masibathande Care Centre in November.

The Team is aware of many vulnerable individuals in various communities, who are in need of muchneeded assistance.

Providing hope to many households and individuals is very near and dear to the Team, and they understand the impact that a helping hand can have on the lives of many people.

Masibathande Care Centre was established in 2012, and it caters for children with special needs.

The organisation has many goals for the future, including conducting assessments on children to provide them with the adequate support that they need.

Sanelisiwe Nzungane, the Chairperson of the organisation, opened up about the many challenges that it has faced without proper resources to assist the children. The Team from KwaDukuza chose to pay a friendly visit

to this organisation, to contribute an air conditioner and mattresses. The contribution was made with the children in mind and has the aim to make life easier for them in the future.

Sanelisiwe added, “Most of the children here are epileptic, so the air conditioner will help them to feel cool. There will also be no sharing of beds. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation.

Hollywoodbets Ladysmith –Olwethu CC Health Organisation

Many vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals in society usually have very little hope, and sometimes, a helping hand goes a long way in ensuring that these individuals have the necessary motivation to make their lives a success.

At the Hollywood Foundation, welfare continues to be a core aspect, and many handovers and projects are firmly aligned with the Purple Team’s goal of uplifting communities. In April, it was an honour and a privilege for the Team in KwaZulu-Natal to touch the lives of

many people who seek refuge at Olwethu CC Health Organisation.

Established in 2009, Olwethu CC Health Organisation focusses on orphans and vulnerable children, as well as individuals who are victims of Gender-Based Violence and HIV/AIDS, by offering an array of services, including a soup kitchen and key vulnerable population awareness campaigns.

The organisation was primarily formed to make a change in communities and remove stigma and discrimination within society. The hardworking and committed staff at the organisation work towards the organisation’s goal of

assisting individuals to become aware of their HIV/AIDS status.

After witnessing the sterling work being done at Olwethu CC Health Organisation, the Team from Ladysmith chose to contribute some much-needed equipment to the organisation, including brooms, mops and gardening equipment.

Nozibusiso Sikhakhane, the Director of Olwethu CC Health Organisation, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to make a difference, and said that the items will greatly assist with the overall operations of the establishment.

Hollywoodbets Malvern – Ikusasa Lentsha

The Hollywood Foundation Team from KwaZulu-Natal has been continuing with their goal to empower many non-profit organisations across the province, through meaningful contributions. This is in line with the Purple Team’s commitment to ensure that individuals from disadvantaged and vulnerable communities are given the best possible chance to succeed in life. At the beginning of the year, it was an honour and a privilege for the Team from Malvern to visit Ikusasa Lentsha, an

organisation that seeks to prioritise the youth from within the community.

Ikusasa Lentsha was formed in 2022, and it consists of many hardworking and dedicated staff, who implement programmes to assist the youth with tutoring and homework. The source of inspiration for the formation of the organisation was the increasing youth drop-out rate at schools.

The organisation has many goals, including becoming a well-recognised establishment that produces great learners, with great results. Welfare and education and training continue to be a major focus for the

Hollywood Foundation, and as such, it was a natural decision for the Team to reach out and assist this organisation, so that they may have more resources to support more youth in the future. On 21 January 2023, the Team visited Ikusasa Lentsha, to hand over their share of much-needed equipment and items, such as boxes of paper, stationery supplies, chairs and gazebos.

Kabelo Dean Liphaka, the Founder of the organisation, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to reach out to them, and said, “We will now be able to reach out to more young people, and assist them more efficiently.”

Hollywoodbets

NewcastleCapernaum Miracle Centre

With the high rate of unemployment in the country, many people are struggling to make ends meet. Capernaum Miracle Centre, situated in Osizweni, Newcastle, in KwaZulu-Natal, aims to change that by teaching sewing skills and creating employment for the youth in the area.

To help the organisation, with its mission of developing skills and unearthing talents, the Team from Newcastle contributed sewing equipment in October.

Capernaum Miracle Centre was established in 2019 with the aim to help the youth overcome social challenges.

Due to the high crime rate in the area, the organisation created a place where the youth get the opportunity to learn new skills and also combat the scourge of crime and unemployment by manufacturing products that can be supplied to the tourism market.

Before this contribution, the organisation was struggling to produce more products and to meet their target of

customers because of lack of resources. The workers were making products using their hands instead of industrial sewing machines. The organisation’s goal is to acquire skills and exposure to business opportunities.

Bongiwe, the Chairperson at Capernaum Miracle Centre, said that the industrial sewing machine will help to make products quickly and get more customers. She said, “It will help to grow the organisation and we will eventually enter the textile market industry.”

Hollywoodbets Osizweni – Fakazani Arts Unit

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to impact the lives of many vulnerable individuals across the country. Many of their initiatives seek to spread a message of hope and give these individuals the necessary encouragement and support to move forward towards a promising future.

In January, the Purple Team was proud to spread some cheer at Fakazani Arts Unit, a non-profit organisation that gladly welcomed the assistance after the festive season. Based in Madadeni, Fakazani Arts Unit is comprised of passionate workers, who work hard to create and develop recreational activities that drive the

community towards social cohesion and a sustainable environment. The organisation opened its doors in 2014, and there are currently 24 individuals who have sought refuge at the centre.

Developing an outlet to promote sporting activities for the youth to keep them away from a life of crime and substance abuse was the driving force and source of inspiration for the organisation.

There are many goals that the organisation wishes to accomplish, such as creating a sustainable environment that will benefit the youth. Previously, the organisation received donations from food stores in town, however, workers have stated that they used money

from their own pockets to assist with the overall functioning of the centre. Given their commitment to community development, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to make a generous contribution to Fakazani Arts Unit. The Team from Osizweni visited the organisation on 31 January 2023, to present them with an array of equipment, such as gardening equipment and professional barber supplies.

Simphiwe Ngema, the CEO of Fakazani Arts Unit, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their assistance and generosity, and said, “The lawnmower and barber hair machines will help the beneficiaries to earn money for a living. The earnings will also help us with our soup kitchen programmes.”

Hollywoodbets ParkStranraer Charitable Trust

Established in 1985, Stranraer Charitable Trust is a non-profit organisation based in Sydenham, Durban.

The organisation provides independent living accommodation to the underprivileged and older-aged ladies who require assistance with their daily needs.

The organisation’s goals are to uplift the facility to be fully self-sustainable, to be free of debt, and to provide safe, peaceful, and stressfree accommodation to people in need.

Stranraer Charitable Trust is committed to providing a home-like environment

for its residents, and its staff strives to make the facility as comfortable and pleasant as possible, with activities and services that cater to the needs of their residents. However, like many non-profit organisations, the Stranraer Charitable Trust faces challenges in meeting its financial obligations. Recently, the organisation was struggling to pay their overdue utility bill and relied solely on donors for their daily meals.

The Hollywood Foundation stepped in to help by providing a grant. This grant has brought much-needed relief to the organisation and its residents. The Team from Park handed over the grant to the organisation on 10 November 2022.

This gesture of kindness and support has brought renewed hope to the residents of Stranraer Charitable Trust. The organisation’s staff and residents are grateful for the Hollywood Foundation’s support and kindness.

Joyce Mbeje, Manager at the facility, expressed her gratitude for the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution. She said that with the grant, they would be able to buy much-needed cleaning products and some food products to accommodate their weekly meals. The grant will also enable them to maintain their facilities better, ensuring a clean and healthy environment for their residents.

Hollywoodbets Pelican - New Wave Ministries

The Hollywood Foundation has been implementing an array of CSI initiatives across the country, and many of these projects have a specific focus on welfare. Through many handovers, the Purple Team has touched the lives of many vulnerable children, women and men. In February, the Team from KwaZulu-Natal was proud to lend a helping hand to a nonprofit organisation, that has prioritised the needs and well-being of orphaned children and women in the community of Crossmoor.

New Wave Ministries opened its doors in 1997, after witnessing orphaned children walking the streets and rummaging through

bins to find something to eat. The organisation has also offered support to abused women and children, by ensuring that these individuals are given a place to sleep and warm-cooked meals to enjoy. The dedicated staff at the organisation also ensure that the children are equipped with basic school supplies, so that they have the ambition to excel in their school work and work hard towards improving their lives.

New Wave Ministries has a goal to educate those who seek shelter at their establishment and contributing towards improving the overall community. The staff have opened up about the many struggles that they face on a daily basis, such as a lack of equipment and

items. The Hollywood Foundation has been on a firm mission to help communities, ensuring that individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds are given the best possible chance of improving their circumstances and look towards a promising future. On 15 February 2023, the Team from Pelican was humbled to pay a special visit to the organisation, to present them with some muchneeded equipment, such as a new refrigerator and some paint.

Janet Kisten, a representative for New Wave Ministries, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for coming to their aid, and said, “The refrigerator will help to keep the food items cool, and the paint will help to keep the centre neat and tidy.”

Hollywoodbets

Pietermaritz StreetKZN Blind and Deaf Society PMB

The KZN Blind and Deaf Society has been providing services to people living with disabilities from 1936. The organisation provides monthly services to improve the quality of life of blind and partiallysighted people from underprivileged areas, who are unemployed and living in rural areas.

Beneficiaries can access services at the society offices which is in a central location, however, social workers and orientation and mobility practitioners and assistants travel daily to various communities.

On 15 February 2023, the Purple Team from Pietermaritzburg was privileged to assist the organisation with the much-needed support for the overall functioning of the institution.

According to the organisation, the inspiration behind its formation was because blind persons were not receiving a structured social service programme and were

dependent on the sympathy of the public for their social and economic well-being.

The organisation is largely reliant on sponsorships for the daily running of the centre.

The management, staff and clients of the society are involved in fundraising activities and they also sell fresh produce from the Hydroponic tunnels to the community which assists them with petty cash requirements.

As the organisation runs various workshops, they usually need assistance with food and other needs to take care of their clients. With the support from the Hollywood Foundation, blind and deaf persons

who attend the workshop are able to receive sandwiches and tea daily and benefit by being able to use clean facilities.

The staff was also provided with stationery to perform their duties efficiently.

Serika Govender, the Centre Manager at KZN Blind and Deaf Society in Pietermaritzburg, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will assist the society a great deal for a prolonged period of time. She added, “We provide our clients at the workshop with jam or peanut butter sandwiches and tea on a daily basis. Our cleaning needs are great as we offer two venues to the community for hire and aspire to keep these presentable.”

Hollywoodbets

PietermaritzburgInkosinomusa ECD and Development Centre

Inkosinomusa ECD and Development Centre in Mpophomeni, KwaZuluNatal, was established in 2015 and has been providing exceptional child care services to the local community since.

The centre was set up to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children while their parents or caregivers are at work. This was after seeing the increase in child birth in the area and the lack of nutrition. Their goals are to expand the building as they have a need for a bigger space for the feeding programme and the soup kitchen. On 3 March 2023, the Hollywood Foundation supported the organisation with

a contribution of educational toys, tables, chairs, and other items that will help to enhance the learning experience of the children at the centre. This contribution was done by the Team from Pietermaritzburg, who were honoured to support an organisation that does sterling work in the community.

The support that the Hollywood Foundation has provided to Inkosinomusa ECD and Development Centre is a testament to their commitment of improving the lives of children in South Africa. Inkosinomusa ECD Centre is staffed by highly trained and dedicated caregivers who are passionate about providing the best possible care for the children in their care. In addition to providing

child care services, Inkosinomusa ECD and Development Centre also plays an important role in the local community, it is an exceptional institution that is making a real difference in the lives of children and families in Mpophomeni.

Sandiah Luthuli,the Supervisor at Inkosinomusa ECD and Development centre, said that the children were so excited to receive the toys and it was heart-warming to see.

She said that with the support of the Hollywood Foundation and other community partners, the centre is well-positioned to continue providing high-quality child care services and promoting the well-being of children in the community for years to come.

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Pinetown - Duduza

Day Care

The Hollywood Foundation was honoured to bring cheer to Duduza Day Care in Pinetown, Durban. The centre is passionate about early childhood development which aligns with the Hollywood Foundation’s pillars.

In March, the Purple Team from Pinetown was honoured to visit the centre to make a meaningful contribution

of educational toys, tables and chairs for the little ones to make teaching and learning easier.

Duduza Day Care was founded in 1996 with the aim to develop children according to educational structures and to ensure that children are cared for in a safe and protected environment. The day care also strives to protect and upskill children with knowledge they will use in their adult lives. Before this

contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the day care was struggling due to lack of resources, like educational toys, to stimulate children’s young brains.

Bonginkosi Caleb Shange, the Chairperson at Duduza Day Care, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution which he said will make a huge difference to the day care.

Hollywoodbets RaisethorpeThandanani Children’s Foundation

It was an honour and a privilege for the Hollywood Foundation to extend a helping hand to Thandanani Children’s Foundation in KwaZuluNatal in March.

The Purple Team has been reaching out to many nonprofit organisations and supporting individuals who come from disadvantaged backgrounds. This is in line with their mission to transform communities across South Africa, and work towards creating a brighter future for every citizen.

Thandanani Children’s Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation that facilitates communitybased care and support for orphans and other vulnerable children.

the needs of orphaned and vulnerable children and their families.

The primary reason for the formation of the organisation was the social ills in the country such as poverty, illiteracy and HIV/AIDS, which continues to plague households and affect children on a constant basis.

The organisation has aims to help these children through a comprehensive, holistic and time-limited package of interventions.

Like many other organisations, there are difficult roads and hurdles along the way.

The Hollywood Foundation understands this, and through various campaigns, the Team

looks to make meaningful contributions that will have a long-lasting impact on the welfare of many individuals. On 8 December 2022, the Team from Raisethorpe paid a special and friendly visit to the centre, and staff from Thandanani Children’s Foundation warmly welcomed the Team, and the contribution that included blankets, a stove, pots, bowls and cups.

Celani Cwera, the Programme Coordinator for the organisation, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution, and said, “This contribution has afforded us additional capacity to support our beneficiaries and respond to their basic material well-being.”

The organisation opened its doors in 1989 and is currently located in Pietermaritzburg.

One of their projects includes the Family Strengthening Project, which seeks to prioritise

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Richards Bay- Nawe Zifunze Disabled Association

The Hollywood Foundation continues to reiterate its unwavering support for the vulnerable groups of society, including people living with disabilities. In January 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a laptop and printer to an organisation that works with people with disabilities with the aim to assist them in their overall functioning of caring for the vulnerable in the society.

Nawe Zifunze Disabled Association, based in Richards Bay in KwaZuluNatal, was established in 2014 and it caters

for the needs of people with disabilities through skills development, job creation through projects, social issues and charity. The organisation also acts as a place of safety to other members with disabilities. This organisation was founded after seeing the need to empower persons with disabilities in every aspect of life. Their goals include creating job opportunities for people with disabilities through projects that the organisation establishes.

Nawe Zifunze Disabled Association reached out to the Hollywood Foundation for assistance following many challenges that they are faced with and the Team

from Richards Bay was more than happy to come to their aid.

Bongani Gonya, the Chairperson at Nawe Zifunze Disabled Association, said that they were struggling to function without necessary resources. He said that the contribution of a laptop and printer will assist them with the day-today running of the organisation.

He expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation and added that the beneficiaries of the contribution are people living with disabilities and that they will now be able to use the laptop to write and submit proposals to relevant organisations.

Hollywoodbets Shelly Beach - Khulani

Mtengwane Crèche

Every child deserves a safe environment when their parents are at work, and Khulani Mtengwane Crèche in Murchison in Port Shepstone, offers just that. This crèche was established in 2013 with the aim to care and offer high-quality education to the children in the area.

The inspiration behind the formation of the non-profit organisation was due to the struggle of many parents to find a safe environment for their children when they go to work. The organisation

also offers proper care for sick children, adequate toilet facilities, adequate space and ventilation, and safe drinking water among other things.

Their goal is to uplift the standard of teaching and learning in a way that it grows to be more than a crèche but a junior primary. Nomakhaladi Gcaba, the Supervisor at Khulani Mtengwane Crèche, highlighted some of the challenges they face, including limited resources to enable them to expand and attract more children. She said that the crèche had not been functioning well

due to these challenges. When the Hollywood Foundation heard about their many struggles, the Purple Team from Shelly Beach offered a hand of assistance with a contribution of pots, TVs, mattresses and other items to help them continue looking after the children.

Nomakhaladi said that she was eternally grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for coming to their rescue. She added that they would now be able to offer excellent services and possibly attract more children to the crèche.

Hollywoodbets Stanger - Siyathuthuka Crèche

The Hollywood Foundation is passionate about making a positive impact in communities that it serves. With Education and Training as a focus, the Purple Team continues to spread the message of hope through various CSI projects throughout the country.

In November, the Team from Stanger visited Siyathuthuka Crèche where they contributed educational material and financial support. This organisation was established in 2021 with the aim to provide a safe day care for the kids in the community. With more children joining, they wish to expand and have a bigger space, as well as classes for Grade R.

The Hollywood Foundation was humbled to assist Siyathuthuka Crèche, in order to make a long-lasting impact on the children.

Nomfundo Masinga, an Educator at Siyathuthuka Crèche, expressed her deepest gratitude to the Purple Team for the generous contribution. She said that financial support has enabled them to offer breakfast

and lunch to learners daily. Nomfundo said that they now have enough chairs, stationery, and additional tools needed for teaching and learning to take place. She said, “Donations from generous people like you help us in continuing our mission to help, support and teach children from our community who attend at Siyathuthuka Crèche to develop a sense of belonging and love.

“Differences are not intended to separate, to alienate. We are different precisely in order to realise our need of one another.”

- Desmond Tutu

Hollywoodbets Stonebridge- Phoenix Child Welfare Society

The Phoenix Child Welfare was established in 1981 with the aim to provide services that include child protection programmes, family preservation and reunification.

The Phoenix-based organisation also provides services like HIV/AIDS awareness, child abuse and neglect, youth and women empowerment as well as adoption and foster care among others. The organisation also has other programmes which include poverty alleviation and material relief, parenting, leadership and mentorship which are done through the Phoenix Children’s Foundation.

This organisation was founded after community volunteers saw the fledgling community

beset with numerous socio-economic problems, underlined by undeveloped infrastructure and limited facilities.

The volunteers and activists identified the need to establish a welfare organisation in order to serve the indigent families.

The founding members, who were members of the civic organisations, became members of local committees of the Verulam Child & Family Welfare Society. Since then, the Phoenix Child Welfare has grown to become one of the 10 largest welfare organisations in the country.

The society is affiliated to Child Welfare South Africa and is a member of Ubuntu Community

Chest. During COVID-19, the organisation was faced with a challenge as their social workers and admin staff could not function from home as they did not have laptops.

The Hollywood Foundation heard of the organisation’s plight and decided to assist. In January 2023, the Purple Team from Stonebridge visited the organisation to hand over a contribution of laptops.

Aroona Chetty, the Director at the Phoenix Child Welfare Society, was ecstatic about the contribution and said that the laptops will enable them to offer their clients a better quality of service especially during load shedding.

Hollywoodbets

Verulam- Hlengimpilo

Old Age Home

Ndwedwe-based Hlengimpilo Old Age Home is a safe haven for the elderly in the community.

The organisation was established in 2022 and it caters for the backbone of society. Hlengimpilo Old Age Home was founded with the aim to create employment opportunities for locals and since its inception, the organisation has been able to empower and provide knowledge and experience to the many people in the community. Their services are available to everyone and it is their policy to do the greatest possible good

for the greatest possible number of people, with no thought of who deserves help, but only of who needs help.

The organisation provides a range of services aimed at enabling the elderly to continue living as independent members of the community.

Nonhlanhla Ntuli, the Director at Hlengimpilo Old Age Home, said that at the organisation, they promote values of trust, accountability, transparency, care, respect, integrity, purpose, service and compassion. Like many other organisations, they have had their fair share of challenges including the lack of essentials. Upon hearing of their

challenges, the Hollywood Foundation, an organisation that prides itself on giving back, decided to lend a helping hand to help them continue providing services to the senior citizens. The Purple Team from Verulam visited Hlengimpilo Old Age Home in February 2023 with a contribution of essential items.

Nonhlanhla thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generous support. She said the contribution will make it easy for them to offer their visitors refreshments and make their job easier in caring for the elderly.

Hollywoodbets Yusuf Dadoo - Natal Women Resource Centre

Women empowerment is a cause that is very close to the Team at Hollywood Foundation, which is why the organisation saw the need to assist the Natal Women Resource Centre in Durban.

The centre was established in 1993 with a vision to see a knowledgeable and responsible society free from the practices of gender discrimination affecting women and children.

The organisation advocates for democracy education, gender equality, vocational training, women’s civic participation and women empowerment among other things. Their gender education and empowerment activities are targeting previously disadvantaged women in the province, mainly those in informal settlements, peri-urban and rural areas. Natal Women Resource Centre addresses Gender Based Violence while empowering girl-children with different skills.

Through various women empowerment programmes, the organisation has established bakers in Ilembe, Umgungudlovu and Ugu Districts, developed and supported early childhood centres and also established and skilled co-operatives in KwaZulu-Natal.

The organisation strives to ensure the protection, representation, participation, promotion and advancement of the status and lives of women, through the performance of education and awareness workshops, hosting conferences, training, campaigning

and election, lobby and advocacy.

On 22 March 2023, the Purple Team from Yusuf Dadoo visited the centre with a contribution of a laptop and printer to help the organisation to continue with their mission of empowering women in different communities.

Mandisa Dlamini, the Manager at Natal Women Resource Centre, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution.

LIMPOPO

Hollywoodbets BelaBela - Rata Ngwana Rata Ngwana, a nonprofit organisation, is based in Bela-Bela in Limpopo, and it has been enriching the lives of learners since 2017.

Through various CSIbased projects, the Hollywood Foundation has been focussing on implementing various initiatives across the country that touch the hearts of many children and improve their education and well-being.

The organisation seeks to offer educational lessons to young learners from the community.

The Purple Team is aware of the challenges that many disadvantaged families have to face, and the importance of ensuring that children are nurtured and given basic love, care and attention.

On 5 October 2022, the Team from BelaBela embarked on a meaningful handover and contributed an array of educational

items to Rata Ngwana, such as educational charts, puzzles, and a trampoline.

Tehidi Sekhu, the Principal of Rata Ngwana, was delighted to receive the much-needed assistance from the Hollywood Foundation and said that these items will assist teachers during classroom activities and help to stimulate the learners’ cognitive functioning.

Hollywoodbets

Burgersfort - Rejoice

Crèche

Early Childhood Development is a focus that is very close to the Hollywood Foundation.

The Purple Team takes an active interest in the development of children and enhancing their skills and abilities from a young age.

Many of the Team’s CSI projects place a special focus on crèches and schools, particularly in disadvantaged

communities across various regions.

For this reason, the Team was proud to assist Rejoice Crèche in October.

Based in Limpopo, this crèche has been making a positive impact on many children since 1997. Its main aim is to offer quality education to young children from the local community.

The Team in Burgersfort saw that the school lacked educational toys for the children, and on

20 October 2022, they happily contributed educational toys for the children. These items included chairs, tables, puzzles and storybooks.

Matjie Meisie, the Principal of Rejoice

Crèche, welcomed the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation with open arms and said that the items will make a great impact on children from the local community.

Hollywoodbets GiyaniTwananani Bode ELC

Education remains a key focus of the Hollywood Foundation, which is why in October, the Purple Team contributed educational tools towards educational development at Twananani Bode ELC, as part of a CSI project.

The organisation which was established in 2010, approached the Hollywood Foundation for a contribution. Twananani

Bode ELC’s main focus is education and training, community upliftment projects, early childhood development and orphaned children.

As part of the Hollywood Foundation’s aim of bettering communities and improving livelihoods, it was a natural decision for the Team to make a positive change at this organisation. The Team from Giyani in Limpopo contributed chairs,

drums, laptops, tables, charts and a piano as a way of giving back to the community.

TV Mashimbiyi, a representative from the organisation, said that this contribution will make teaching and learning so much easier than before.

Hollywoodbets Makhado - Elim Care Group

The Hollywood Foundation was proud to touch the lives of community members in Limpopo in November.

The Team has been assisting an array of non-profit organisations, through CSI initiatives that aim to leave a longlasting impact on many individuals.

Elim Care Group was formed in 1976, and its legacy is embedded

in the many people that it has supported throughout the years. Currently, this organisation cares for school children, and its workers assist with homework and afterschool activities.

Elim Care Group has a dream – to start a laundry business to generate income.

Through a meaningful CSI project, the Team from Makhado was happy to make this dream a reality, through

a contribution of washing machines, washing powders, ironing boards, irons and blankets.

Ravuluvulu Jane, a representative from Elim Care Group, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the items, and added that it will make a great difference within the organisation and the laundry business in the future.

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Malamuele - Ntlaveni Multi-purpose Centre

Limpopo-based Ntlaveni Multi-purpose Centre is committed to helping children with school work.

It provides a supportive environment where children can develop their self-esteem, social skills, and a sense of belonging. This is achieved through activities such as arts and crafts, sports, and music, which help to build confidence and promote social interaction.

Ntlaveni Multi-purpose Centre was established in 2001, and the staff at this organisation understand that children need to

participate in different activities to ensure that they keep healthy. They also help to provide a lifeline to countless children who would otherwise be living in poverty and neglect. By providing essential services such as education, healthcare, and nutrition, the organisation is helping to break the cycle of poverty and give these children a chance to thrive in their academics.

This aligns with one of the Hollywood Foundation’s pillars which is Education and Training. On 24 January 2023, the Team from Malamulele visited the centre with an array

of items for the little ones, including chairs, tables, educational toys, a trampoline, netball posts, a gazebo and books among others.

Ntlaveni Multi-purpose Centre is truly a beacon of hope for the community and it is a testament to the power of community and compassion. Rose Cahuke, the Principal at Ntlaveni Multi-purpose Centre, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will benefit the children from the community and it will also enhance the capacity of learning.

Hollywoodbets Mokopane - Thobela Centre

The Team from Mokopane in Limpopo rolled up their sleeves for a good cause in July.

The Team paid a visit to Thobela Centre, where they handed over a greenhouse to the organisation which assists physically disabled children. Thobela Centre was established in 2002.

The Purple Team chose to contribute a greenhouse because the organisation was already invested in nature, through a gardening project.

The Team was thrilled to come to the aid of the organisation, as they saw the need for the greenhouse which will help with their aim to reach out to the community.

Therisa Kekana, the Manager at Thobela Centre, said they would like their garden project to grow so they can reach other communities.

She said the greenhouse will be used to grow more vegetables for the children and the whole community.

Hollywoodbets Musina – Disability Forum

Disability Forum is based in Musina, and the organisation opened its doors in 2012.

The organisation, which is a protective workshop, was established with one goal in mind: to make a positive change in the

lives of many people who live with disabilities. Having extended its reach, the Hollywood Foundation has been prioritising sustainable development across the country.

The Team was also aware that Disability Forum is home to many

people who find it difficult to conduct their day-today activities due to their physical impairment.

On 12 August 2022, the Team from Musina was excited to contribute a greenhouse to Disability Forum in an effort to assist their vegetable garden.

Mbowe Yunsa, the Founder of Disability Forum, was extremely grateful for the support and the assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that the contribution will allow the organisation to assist more people in the future.

“Remember that hope is a powerful weapon even when all else is lost.”

- Nelson Mandela

Hollywoodbets Phalaborwa - Maseke Drop-In Centre

The Hollywood Foundation was on-hand to assist another nonprofit organisation in South Africa. The Purple Team has been touching the lives of many vulnerable individuals in society, with muchneeded help. Based in Giyani, Maseke Drop-In Centre was overjoyed to receive assistance and support in September.

This non-profit organisation opened its doors in 2005, and

it prioritises the needs of children. The staff at this Centre prepare home-cooked meals for children, and they assist learners with their homework. A unique feature about this centre is the home visits and door-to-door feature that it offers children from across the region.

By doing this, it is evident that Maseke Drop-In Centre strives to ensure that the youth in the community are nurtured and provided with basic life skills that they will use when they are older.

On 29 September 2022, the Team from Phalaborwa embarked on a CSI project, and contributed an array of items to the centre, such as tables, chairs, books and laptops.

Sinah Magomane, the Manager of Maseke Drop-In Centre, was grateful for the support from the Hollywood Foundation, and said, “This contribution will ensure that the children have toys and extra books to enhance their knowledge.”

Hollywoodbets Polokwane – Konoto Pre-School

With a key focus on education, the Hollywood Foundation continues to impact lives in different ways through various projects in the regions they serve.

On 24 November 2022, the Purple Team from Polokwane was humbled to positively impact the lives of the little ones at Konoto Pre-School by

providing protection through a fence and gates.

The Limpopo-based Konoto Pre-School was established in 2014 with the aim to care and nurture young minds through education and fun activities.

The children come from different areas within the community.

Pre-School, said that they are grateful for the generous contribution which form part of Hollywood Foundation’s CSI initiative.

She said, “The children will now feel safe when they are playing in the yard and the school property is also protected from vandalism and theft. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation.”

Mapula Ramodipa, the Principal at Konoto

“The purpose of human life is to serve and to show compassion and the will to help others.”

- Albert Schweitzer

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Thohoyandou –Makwarela Society for the Aged

Elderly citizens are the backbone of society.

They have lots of knowledge and experience to pass on to the next generation, and quite often, they are overlooked and are not given adequate care and support.

Through various projects, the Hollywood Foundation aims to shine a spotlight on non-profit organisations that are

prioritising the well-being of elderly and vulnerable members in communities across South Africa.

Makwarela Society for the Aged was established in 2005 and is based in Thohoyandou in Limpopo.

The organisation focusses on the elderly and helps to restore their dignity.

The staff at this organisation work hard to ensure that the elderly are upskilled and engage in activities that keep

them occupied during the day. On 28 September 2022, the Team from Thohoyandou visited the organisation to contribute sewing machines, cloths and needles, for the elderly to use.

N. Mudau, the Manager of Makwarela Society for the Aged, was grateful for the support from the Hollywood Foundation and said that the items will allow the elderly to start learning to sew and sell clothes to make an income.

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Tzaneen - Hope Givers Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation has been prioritising the needs of the community this year. Firmly aligned to the Purple Team’s goal of uplifting vulnerable men, women and children, many meaningful contributions have been made to an array of non-profit organisations that are based in South Africa.

Hope Givers Foundation, which is based in Limpopo, was humbled to hear the news that they will be receiving much-needed support this year as they share the same vision as the Hollywood Foundation, which is ploughing back into the community.

Established in 2009, Hope Givers Foundation is an organisation

that implements community intervention programmes. The organisation was founded by Tsakani Muhlarhi, who has a passion for community upliftment initiatives. Hope Givers Foundation has a goal to roll out many of their community initiatives across the country and beyond. Previously, they were reliant on funding to progress and achieve many of their aims. On 25 June 2022, the Team from Tzaneen paid a visit to the organisation, to hand over their share of

trophies and medals.

The contribution was made during an awards ceremony that celebrated legends within the community.

Tsakani expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the support and assistance, and said, “This contribution will enable us to reach out to those who are less fortunate, as well as drive GBV messages across our community.”

Mobile Team - Bodwe Drop-In Centre

The Hollywood Foundation Team was on-hand to assist Bodwe Drop-In Centre in November.

The Team prides itself on the ability to identify and support an array of non-profit organisations that prioritise the needs of the community.

Early Childhood Development and Welfare are major focus areas for the Purple Team, and after witnessing the good efforts being done by this

centre, the Mobile Team from Limpopo chose to spend a day with them and hand over essential items.

Bodwe Drop-In Centre was established in 2012, and it offers support services to vulnerable individuals within the community. This centre was established due to the high rate of substance abuse that was prevalent within Bodwe. The passionate and hardworking staff at the centre have a common goal, which is to ensure

the safety and security of children. Previously, the centre was struggling to cook enough meals to feed individuals, who consider the organisation to be a safe haven.

Through a CSI project, the Team contributed items, such as tables, gas stoves, pots, cups and plates. P. Thaphathi, the Manager at Bodwe Drop-In Centre, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the items, and said, “Now, we will be able to cook enough food for the children, and ensure their safety.”

Mobile TeamMogalakwena Hospice and Rehabilitation Centre

The elderly are vulnerable and are often considered the backbone of society due to their years of experience. As they grow older, they require more love, care and support, and are often dependent on other individuals and facilities.

With welfare being a focus area for the Hollywood Foundation, the Mobile Team from Limpopo was proud to extend a helping hand to Mogalakwena Hospice and Rehabilitation Centre in November.

Mogalakwena Hospice and Rehabilitation Centre was formed in 2016, and it is a residential facility that cares for the elderly. The centre was established due to the love that the community has for the elderly.

Like many other non-profit organisations, the staff at this centre face struggles on a daily basis, such as a lack of essential equipment.

The founders of the centre have a goal that is very close to their hearts, which is a bigger building that will be able to accommodate more people in the future.

On 2 November 2022, the Team embarked on a handover and paid a friendly visit to the centre, to contribute mattresses and wheelchairs for the elderly to use.

A representative from Mogalakwena Hospice and Rehabilitation Centre thanked the Purple Team for their assistance and said that the items will have a great impact on the many people who seek refuge at the establishment.

Mobile Team - Mphego Child Resource Centre

Mphego Child Resource Centre recognises that many children in South Africa face significant challenges, including poverty, abuse, and neglect.

These challenges can have a devastating impact on a child’s wellbeing, mental health, and future prospects.

The centre provides a much-needed lifeline for these children, helping to improve their quality of life and giving them hope for a brighter future.

Established in 2005, Mphego Child Resource Centre aims to provide care and support to orphaned and vulnerable children in Limpopo. The centre operates as a drop-in facility, offering a safe and nurturing

environment where children can receive essential services such as food, shelter, education, and healthcare.

The centre is staffed by trained professionals who are dedicated to the welfare of the children in their care.

These professionals provide a holistic approach to care, addressing the physical, emotional, and educational needs of each child while also fighting the scourge of poverty and teenage pregnancy.

One of the key services provided by the Mphego Child Resource Centre is education.

Upon seeing the sterling work the centre does, the Hollywood Foundation

Team paid a special visit to the centre with gardening equipment on 28 February 2023.

The Mobile Team from Limpopo brought wheelbarrows, rakes, hosepipes and many other items for the organisation to continue with its garden projectand be able to sell produce to the community to sustain itself.

Gidi Ntuwiseni, the Manager at Mphego Child Resource Centre, said that the garden equipment will help them to be able to maintain their garden and plant their own produce which they can use to make an income. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the wonderful gesture.

Mobile TeamPfariso Yashu

The end of the year is usually a stressful and challenging time for many non-profit organisations across South Africa.

Many of them start their plans for the new year and continue with their efforts to assist and uplift vulnerable individuals in society.

Throughout the year, the Hollywood Foundation has been on a mission to touch many lives, through various CSI projects. In December, the Mobile Team in Limpopo was honoured to pay a special visit to an organisation that prioritises the needs of disadvantaged children

within the community. Pfariso Yashu was established in 2012, and the organisation is comprised of hardworking staff who look after children daily.

The organisation was formed due to the high rate of poverty in the community.

Children consider this organisation to be a haven, where they can learn, grow and enjoy a warm-cooked meal.

The staff regularly tend to the children and, together, they engage in homework activities and educational lessons, such as the steps to take to avoid teenage pregnancy. The organisation has

opened up about the many challenges that it faces, including lack of mattresses and tables for the children to use. On 15 December 2022, the Team visited the organisation, to contribute much-needed equipment, such as JoJo tanks, a gas stove, mattresses and bowls. This contribution has the goal to help Pfariso Yashu continue with their good efforts of supporting the future generation.

Moses Shayhani, a representative from Pfariso Yashu, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their assistance, and said, “Our children will be able to do their homework properly on the tables, and they will also have clean water to sustain them.”

Mobile TeamThabang Drop-in Centre

Caring for the needs of orphaned and vulnerable children is what Thabang Drop-in Centre in Limpopo does best. To support their sterling work, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a gas stove, a generator and two white boards to the organisation.

Thabang Drop-in Centre was established in 2010 in Smash Block.

The centre provides daily cooked meals, academic support with homework, extra-mural activities such as painting and sporting activities, and

working in the vegetable garden for the children. It also looks after children within the community by conducting home visits to the orphaned and vulnerable households to monitor their living conditions and provide monthly food parcels.

Before this contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, they were using wood fire to cook for the children daily.

The Mobile Team in Limpopo visited the centre this October to give them the support they need after seeing their struggles, especially since they don’t have electricity.

Glory Vilakazi, the Centre Manager at Thabang Drop-in Centre, said that the gas stove will make their lives so much easier as they were struggling with wood. She said that the organisation was established after witnessing the high rate of poverty, and the number of affected and infected people in the community.

She added that their goal is to empower the children they serve as well as their families, and to restore their dignity and independence.

Mobile Team - WZR Skills Development and Training

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to make a sustainable impact across the country, through their various CSI initiatives.

The Mobile Team from Limpopo was on-hand to make a difference in the overall functioning of WZR Skills Development and Training, on 20 September 2022.

The organisation opened its doors in 2018, and it

focusses on providing skills to unemployed youth. The Purple Team aims to address socioeconomic challenges in our communities, and eradicating poverty is one of them. The organisation has many goals, including to be an accredited institution that trains a large number of people.

One of the challenges that the organisation has been facing is training people without proper training equipment. In an effort to extend a helping

hand, the Team visited the organisation to hand over a grass roll, décor and black lining. This CSI contribution will help the organisation to assist more people, and the equipment will be used during training sessions.

Dinah R Baloyi, the Director of WZR Skills Development and Training, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their support, and added that the contribution will be used to uplift the youth within the community.

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Acornhoek - Corner House Youth Centre

Corner House Youth Centre in Mpumalanga has become a hub of activities to uplift the youth and the community at large.

Established in 2021, the organisation teaches the youth traditional dances with the aim to curb the scourge of teenage pregnancy and crime. The organisation also seeks to keep the children off the streets. For the youth, the centre is a safe and secure environment where they are taught about life skills, with the aim of producing young leaders who will play an important role in society.

Like any organisation, the centre lacks resources, however, the Team from

Acornhoek came to their aid with a contribution of cultural and traditional clothing, drums and takkies. According to Catherine Nziyane, a Co-ordinator at the organisation, their wish is to one day see these kids being educated and improving their lives in the community.

She said that the contribution from the Purple Team will help the organisation when the youth have to perform.

“They had nothing to wear when performing. Since they perform as a group, it doesn’t look good without a uniform,” she added.

“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.”

- Desmond Tutu

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Emalahleni - Sqalo Esihle Pre-School

The Hollywood Foundation believes in early childhood development as it has a positive impact in the life of a child going forward. With this in mind, the Purple Team from Emalahleni, decided to invest in the development of children at Sqalo Esihle Pre-School, with a contribution of tables, chairs and educational toys among other things.

According to research, educational toys can be very significant for developing a child’s intelligence from many

different aspects. They can improve coordination, as well as increase memory and motor skills. Through toys, children can also learn how to concentrate and pay more attention. Sqalo Esihle Pre-School was established in 2015 because of the need for children to have basic education from the early stages of their lives.

The dedicated and passionate staff at the school work hard every day, to ensure that the children are well looked after and that their needs are taken care of despite the many challenges they face. One of their major

challenges was the lack of resources, which is why the Hollywood Foundation decided to step in and assist. The school has many goals that it hopes to accomplish, such as expansion to accommodate more children.

Meise Skosana, the Founder and Manager at Sqalo Esihle Pre-School, said that their dream is to provide a safe place for children while also giving them quality education. She also expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their amazing support.

Hollywoodbets Ermelo - Siphesihle Day Care

Mpumalanga-based Siphesihle Day Care, is passionate about child development.

This aligns with the Hollywood Foundation, as the organisation continues to make a difference in different areas throughout the country through its education and training programme.

Child education is the process of helping children develop their skills, knowledge, and personality from birth to eight-years-old.

The Purple Team from

Ermelo contributed various items to Siphesihle Day Care Centre, including educational toys, building material, paint, doors and frames. Siphesihle Day Care Centre was established in 2013, with the aim to look after the children and give them basic education while their parents are at work.

The day care also serves as a safe environment, keeping the children away from the streets and from danger.

The organisation’s goal is to grow the day care to accommodate more children. Before this

contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the organisation was struggling due to lack of resources, like educational toys, to stimulate children’s young brains.

Nonkululeko Radebe, the Administrator at Siphesihle Day Care, said the building material will help them with the expansion of new classes. She expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution, which she said will make a huge difference to the day care.

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Hendrina –Kwazamokuhle Protective

In March this year, the Team from Hendrina chose to make a meaningful contribution to a non-profit organisation in Mpumalanga.

Through various projects and handovers, the Purple Team has been on a mission to uplift many local organisations that continue to impact the lives of individuals who come from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds.

Kwazamokuhle Protective opened its doors in 2013, and the organisation offers quality teaching and care to disabled children.

The organisation was formed after witnessing the growing need within the community to extend a helping hand to these children and give them hope for a promising future. The organisation is comprised of hardworking staff, who share the same vision for disabled children to gain basic knowledge and skills. Previously, the organisation had to endure many hardships, and they often relied on donations from parents to improve their services.

On 23 March 2023, the Team paid a friendly visit to Kwazamokuhle Protective, to hand over an array of essential items, such as doors, shirts, a gas stove, a microwave and pots.

Protective, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist them this year, and said that the items will be used to ensure that the children receive proper care and support, as well as healthy meals.

Maureen Thomo, the Chairperson of Kwazamokuhle

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Mashishing - Ikageng Day Centre

Ikageng Day Centre is based in Mashishing, Mpumalanga, and the non-profit organisation has been making a meaningful difference in the lives of children since 2002. As part of the Hollywood Foundation’s CSI contribution, the day centre was overjoyed to learn that their children will be receiving assistance this year.

Ikageng Day Centre was established to support many children in the region and give parents peace of mind, by knowing that their children are safe during working hours.

The Purple Team takes an active interest in the lives of children with various projects, and prioritises their well-being and education.

On 22 September 2022, the Team from Mashishing visited the day centre to contribute an array of items, such as cooking pots, gas stoves, cups and bowls.

Anna Leshaba, the Principal of Ikageng Day Centre, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and added that the items will allow them to ensure that the children are provided with warm-cooked meals and their own utensils.

“Your ordinary acts of hope and love point to the extraordinary promise that every human life is of inestimable value.”

- Desmond Tutu

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Middelburg - Amazing Day Care

Education and Training is a core focus at the Hollywood Foundation, as the Purple Team aims to equip the next generation of leaders with vital knowledge, skills and abilities.

As part of a meaningful CSI handover, the Team was humbled to touch the lives of teachers and children who are based at Amazing Day Care in Mpumalanga. This Day Care was established

in 2016, and it aims to ensure that many of the children from the surrounding communities are protected from abuse. As a result, many children consider the day care to be a safe haven, where they are able to receive much-needed care on a daily basis.

Amazing Day Care has opened up about the many challenges that it faces, including a dependence on parents for assistance. On 23 September 2022, the Team from Middelburg

was excited to visit the organisation, to contribute items such as tables, chairs, bowls and educational toys, for the children to use during the day.

Dudu Machinini, the Principal of Amazing Day Care, was grateful for the support from the Hollywood Foundation, and added that it will allow the children to feel more comfortable during lessons and playtime activities.

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Mkhondo – Nkonjaneni Day Care

When children are nurtured and receive an education that will equip them with basic knowledge and skills, they are bound to grow up to be respectable adults that will leave their mark in their community.

The Hollywood Foundation understands this, and through various initiatives, the Purple Team are slowly impacting many children across the country. On 21 September 2022,

the Team from Mkhondo visited Nkonjaneni daycare, and they were greeted with plenty of smiles from children.

The day care opened its doors to the community in 2002, and it was established to combat the neglect and abuse of children. The day care has many goals, including to grow and expand in the region to accommodate more children, and to receive assistance from the community and local companies. As part of a CSI contribution, the

Team handed over an array of items that will assist Nkonjaneni Day Care with teaching activities during the day, including tables, chairs, educational toys and buckets.

The Principal of Nkonjaneni Day Care, Thoko Nkonjane, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their support and assistance, and said that the contribution will help to make the children feel comfortable during lesson times.

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Secunda – Siyanqoba

Old Age Centre

The Hollywood Foundation believes that the elderly continue to make meaningful contributions to society despite their old age.

The Hollywood Foundation went all out for the senior citizens at Siyanqoba Old Age Centre, in Mpumalanga, a few days after the International Day of Older Persons, which is celebrated on 1 October. The theme for this year’s celebration was: “Resilience of Older Persons in a Changing World.”

Siyanqoba Old Age Centre was established in 2015 and is based in Embalenhle, in Mpumalanga.

The organisation looks after old people and gives them love and care. The seniors are also taught and encouraged to participate in different activities, including music to keep them occupied during the day.

On 5 October 2022, the Team from Secunda visited the organisation to contribute a sound system, a keyboard, speakers, stands and a mixer.

George Tsosane, the Chairperson at Siyanqoba Old Age Centre, was thankful for the support from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that the musical instruments will allow the senior citizens an opportunity to participate more in activities while learning new skills.

He said that they want to see the organisation grow and also see more senior citizens joining in the future.

Mobile Team - APD Mpumalanga

A non-profit organisation based in Mbombela, in the Mpumalanga region, has been catering to the needs of people living with disabilities for over a decade. The inspiration behind the formation of this organisation was due to seeing the need of the most vulnerable group of people in society struggling to fit in and get the best services they deserve.

APD Mpumalanga, which was established in 1994, serves as a provincial structure that caters for people living with disabilities by providing them with services that they don’t normally get. The organisation also

offers this group of individuals a safe space where they can participate in activities, be empowered and also be supported in their independent living. APD Mpumalanga believes that people with disabilities have been excluded from mainstream of society and their goal is to offer them excellent service. There has been a number of challenges that the organisation has been facing including buying assistive devices.

Thulakahle Khumali, the Manager at APD Mpumalanga, said that they were struggling with fundraising and finding donors to buy everything that they need for the

individuals that they cater for. Upon hearing of their struggles, the Hollywood Foundation came to the rescue with a contribution of wheelchairs, cushions and canes. The Mobile Team from Mpumalanga visited the centre with the aim to bring hope to the organisation and to affirm the Foundation’s commitment to community upliftment. Thulakahle said that 50 people living with disabilities will benefit from the contribution. He added that it will also improve their lives substantially as they will now be able to participate in any community activities as they will have the freedom to go wherever they want.

Mobile Team – Basadi Arethusaneng

Basadi Arethusaneng is an organisation in Mpumalanga, that was established in 2020, with the aim of helping school-going children in the area with their homework after school.

The organisation also cooks for the children, enabling them to have something to eat while they are doing their homework.

Due to the shortage of kitchen equipment, the organisation approached the Hollywood Foundation for assistance. In August, the Mobile Team in Mpumalanga came to their rescue and purchased chairs, tables, plates, mugs, spoons and pots for the organisation.

Khomotso Makanatieng, a Partner at Basadi Arethusaneng, said that

they saw a great need to cook for underprivileged children who don’t have food to eat after school.

She said they also want the organisation to have a good structure, and added, “We are thankful to the Hollywood Foundation as we no longer have to borrow equipment from the community to cook for the children like we used to before the contribution.”

Mobile TeamBoitshepo Day Care

Crèches, day cares, schools and universities are important institutions in our country that prioritise the welfare of children and the youth. Education is a key focus for the CSI Team at the Hollywood Foundation, and many of their projects are firmly aligned to the upliftment of learners.

The Mobile Team in Mpumalanga was proud to lend a helping hand to Boitshepo Day Care, which has been in existence since 1997.

The founders of the organisation understood the need for the creation of a day care, following the prevalence of abuse within the community.

The organisation was under tremendous pressure to care for the growing number of children that depend on care and support from staff members.

On 3 November 2022, the Team was proud to contribute many educational toys and equipment for the children to use, such as chairs, tables, beds and toys.

This handover was very near and dear to the Purple Team, as it gave them a sense of joy to know that they touched the lives of children who are in need.

Suzan Mashego, a representative from Boitshepo Day Care, extended her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, and said that this will have a profound impact on many children in the future.

Mobile TeamCelulwazi Pre-School

Early childhood development is the most important part of a child’s life, as it lays the foundation for how a child will learn and progress in school in the later years. The Hollywood Foundation also prioritises education and training to ensure that children are afforded the opportunity to grow physically, mentally and educationally.

In line with this, the Mobile Team from Mpumalanga was honoured to lend

a helping hand to Celulwazi Pre-School in Mpumalanga with a contribution of chairs, tables, floor mats and office boxes, to assist the teachers with their educational activities and to also make learners comfortable during their lessons. Celulwazi PreSchool was established in 1995 with the aim to provide a safe haven for young children.

The school also serves as a space where children can freely express themselves through educational activities. Their wish is to extend

the school by adding Grade 1 and 2 classes as they currently have 162 children. The Hollywood Foundation Team saw the need to contribute to the school after seeing the many challenges they faced with limited resources and the number of children they have.

Maria Phillias, the Manager at Celulwazi Pre-School, said that she was grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for putting the needs of the children first and for coming to their rescue in their time of need.

Mobile TeamEkulindeni Day Care Centre

The Hollywood Foundation has always put the needs of the community first, which is why in November, the Purple Team travelled to Boksburg, in Mpumalanga, to affirm its commitment to community empowerment.

The Mobile Team from Mpumalanga contributed various items, including a fridge, chairs, pans, school stationery, and kids’ toys, to Ekulindeni Day Care Centre. This organisation was established in 1987,

with the aim to offer basic care services to the vulnerable children in the area. Some of the services include safety and nutrition which benefits 78 children and the community at large.

Their wish is to expand their programmes to reach more disadvantaged children in the community.

Before this contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the organisation was struggling due to lack of resources. The Team

lent a helping hand to help ease their burden so that the organisation can continue to serve the community.

Ellah Mncina, a representative from Ekulindeni Day Care Centre, said that most of the children they serve come from disadvantaged communities.

She expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution which she said will make a huge difference to the organisation.

Mobile Team –Ithubalethu Old Age Home Centre

Many of the Hollywood Foundation’s programmes and handovers have a firm focus on welfare and uplifting many individuals from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds.

In November, the Purple Team from Mpumalanga reached out to assist a non-profit organisation that has been making a difference in the lives of the elderly. Ithubalethu Old Age Home Centre was established in 2011, and the organisation caters

for the elderly, who require extra love, care and support.

The primary reason for the formation of the centre was due to witnessing the various challenges and hardships that the elderly have to endure on a daily basis.

The organisation has many goals, such as teaching basic life skills to the elderly, and introducing them to many programmes, including farming. On 15 November 2022, the Mobile Team from Mpumalanga

received a warm welcome from the residents at Ithubalethu Old Age Home Centre, as they present them with their share of equipment, such as a sewing machine and scissors.

Dorries Nyambi, a representative from Ithubalethu Old Age Home Centre, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support, and said, “We will be able to sell everything that we make to receive money.” She added that the items will also be used to teach new skills to the elderly.

Mobile Team - Khanani Drop-in Centre

Children are considered to be the future of society, and they all deserve the right to have a good quality education, and the necessary support and care. Homeless children are often overlooked in society, and there are many organisations across the country that seek to prioritise their wellbeing.

Through many CSI initiatives, the Hollywood Foundation aims to make a meaningful difference and spread the message of hope to many

vulnerable children within our community.

Khanani Drop-in Centre was established in 2019, and it cares for orphaned children by providing them with warm meals. Based in Mpumalanga, this organisation was formed due to the high number of homeless children that wander the streets.

The organisation has many goals, including to ensure that these children have access to an education. Through a heart-warming project, the Mobile Team from Mpumalanga paid a special visit to the

and empower many communities this year.

organisation, to hand over an array of items, such as a deep freezer, an urn, a gas stove and plates.

Rifumuni Mabiza, the Founder of Khanani Dropin Centre, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for coming to their aid, and said that the items will help the staff to cook more food to feed more children in the future.

Mobile TeamKhomelela Community Centre

In November, the Hollywood Foundation was humbled to assist Khomelela Community Centre in Mpumalanga.

Through CSI initiatives, the Purple Team has been spreading hope throughout the country, through contributions that have proven to uplift

Khomelela Community Centre opened its doors in 2009, and it primarily cares for frail and elderly people from within the region. The non-profit organisation was formed to address poverty and starvation that these individuals had to endure.

As part of its efforts, the organisation offers a feeding scheme, five days a week. Workers explained that they had to use gas to boil water for the elderly, whenever they ran out of firewood.

On 2 November 2022,

the Mobile Team in Mpumalanga visited the organisation, to hand over items such as a gas stove and table knives, to assist with their feeding scheme. This initiative enabled the Team to make daily living easier for these elderly individuals.

Malefu Ngwenya, the Coordinator at Khomelela Community Centre, was thankful to the Hollywood Foundation for coming to their rescue and said that the contribution will help to ensure that the organisation prepares more meals in the future.

Mobile TeamMatengteng HomeBase Care

Senior citizens, women and children, form part of the vulnerable people of the society and they need to be taken care of.

As a way of giving back to the community it serves, the Hollywood Foundation, through its various CSI projects, lent a helping hand to Matengteng Home-Based Care in Bushbuckridge to help them on their mission of caring for the disadvantaged in the community.

Matengteng Home-Based Care was established

in 2009 with the aim to create awareness and to also ensure that the elderly, women, youth and children, are well taken care of by providing at least one meal a day to eradicate poverty.

The organisation also helps to distribute clothing and help with Social Development services to the people who are in need. To give them the assistance that they need, the Mobile Team from Mpumalanga visited the organisation on 25 November 2022, to contribute various items including chairs, tables,

a printer, storage boxes, crockery and toys. Millet Mashua, the Chairperson at the organisation, said that they are grateful for the assistance. She said that people used to sit on the floor when they ate as they didn’t have enough chairs and tables. “Our beneficiaries will now be enjoying the meals while sitting comfortably and we are so happy that we won’t be struggling to boil water anymore,” she added.

Mobile TeamNhlengelo HomeBased Care

The Hollywood Foundation has been assisting various nonprofit organisations throughout the country this year. Through various CSI programmes, the Team has been making a positive impact in many communities, through meaningful initiatives.

In November, the Mobile Team in Mpumalanga identified Nhlengelo Home-Based Care as an organisation that required help, and the Purple Team was happy to step up to assist.

Nhlengelo Home-Based Care opened its doors in 2002, and it primarily cares for orphans and vulnerable children. The founders of this organisation formed it due to the increase of HIV/AIDS within the community.

As part of its many functions, the organisation offers a feeding scheme, five days a week. The organisation has a goal to educate these individuals to hopefully become future leaders of South Africa. As part of a meaningful handover, the Hollywood Foundation

was proud to contribute much-needed items to assist with the feeding scheme, such as a gas stove, a deep freezer and a fridge.

MN Muvela, the Manager of Nhlengelo HomeBased Care, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and added that the items will allow the organisation to expand their services to reach more children in the future.

Mobile Team - Petra Home-Base Care

After witnessing the struggle chronic patients have when collecting their medication, Petra Home-Base Care established a drop-in centre to care for the needs of these patients.

This organisation, established in 2004 in Mpumalanga, also runs a feeding scheme. To give them the support they need, the Hollywood

Foundation contributed various items to the centre including chairs and a board table, stationery, a printer and toys for the children.

At Petra Home-Base Care, workers provide daily meals and also help chronic patients including those who are infected with HIV/AIDS. In October, the Mobile Team from Mpumalanga visited the organisation to hand over the contribution.

He said, “We are very thrilled to be recognised by you, your generosity and support will go a long way in ensuring that the organisation continues to serve its purpose and bringing about change in our community.”

Bheki, the Chairperson at the organisation, said that they are grateful for the contribution.

Mobile TeamSesifikile Youth Development Centre

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to highlight the importance of education and learning.

Through their CSI projects, the Team has been making a positive impact on many organisations across the country, by contributing towards the upskilling of youth. In February 2023, the Mobile Team in Mpumalanga was honoured to make a meaningful contribution to Sesifikile Youth Development Centre.

Sesifikile Youth Development Centre is a non-profit organisation that was established in 2010, with the aim to provide free access to the internet and basic computer skills to individuals within the community.

The organisation was founded to address social ills with a goal to operate as a hub or a centre that provides information at no cost. The staff at this facility said that they were facing many challenges, including lack of resources as they were operating with only three computers.

On 24 February 2023, the Purple Team paid a friendly visit to the organisation, to contribute much-needed office equipment to help them continue upskilling the youth in the community. The contributed items included chairs, desks with drawers, computers and laptops.

Mxolisi Motha, the Centre Manager at Sesifikile Youth Development Centre, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their support and said that the equipment would help to upskill more youth in the community.

Mobile TeamTsogang Basadi

Many orphaned children remain vulnerable to poverty and sickness and also lack proper shelter which results in them ending up on the streets.

To curb the scourge, Tsogang Basadi, an organisation based in Bushbuckridge, helps to cater for orphaned children who are often found on the streets. In November, the Hollywood Foundation Team brought relief to the organisation with a contribution of pots, chairs, mops, brooms and plates to help them with their mission to provide support to vulnerable children.

Tsogang Basadi was established in 2006 with the aim of helping orphaned children who are at great risk of being exploited by criminals. Most of these children have no access to education or selfsustaining skills which results in insecurity and instability. The organisation provides meals for the children however, it faced many challenges when it came to cooking as they lacked resources and support.

With the assistance from the Purple Team, they are now able to prepare meals for more children, which is one of their goals.

The organisation is also aiming to create a platform where children can participate in sports like soccer and netball which will keep them off the streets.

Mashile, the Founder of Tsogang Basadi, said that she was grateful for the contribution. She added that they will now be able to attend to the children’s needs and provide necessary support.

NORTH WEST

Mobile Team - Lapa La Bothle Aged Care Centre

The elderly usually have the most experience and life lessons to offer the youth. In this day and age, their needs are often overlooked in society, and they lack the necessary support to conduct their day-today activities.

The Hollywood Foundation has been a lifeline for the elderly across the country, through various CSI projects.

Many non-profit organisations have gladly accepted assistance from the Purple Team, and their contributions have helped to spread a message of hope to senior citizens. In March, the Mobile Team from the North West rallied together to make a positive impact on an old age home, that has proven to uplift and transform communities.

Lapa La Bothle Aged Care Centre opened its doors in 2001, and the non-profit organisation is comprised of hardworking staff who regularly tend to the needs of the elderly who are based in their care. Based in Mahikeng, the organisation has been assisting elderly individuals who have had to endure living in harsh conditions, such as being neglected, abused and abandoned.

The organisation has many goals to accomplish in the future, such as working towards family reunification and nursing care. There are many activities that have been put into place at the establishment, to ensure that these individuals remain fit and active. The staff at these organisations have opened up about the many

challenges that they face, such as a lack of gardening equipment. In an effort to make a positive change at the centre, the Hollywood Foundation embarked on a meaningful handover, and chose to contribute an array of gardening equipment to Lapa La Bothle Aged Care Centre. The handover took place on 9 March 2023, and included items such as watering cans, wheelbarrows, and gardening forks.

Tumelo Kyosienewang, the Manager of the organisation, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the assistance, and said that the contribution will help to promote the importance of exercise at the centre.

NORTHERN CAPE

Mobile TeamKamiesberg Resource Youth Hub

Skills development continues to be a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation. Through many of its projects, the Team aims to extend its reach to organisations and institutions that are actively making a difference to upskill and empower communities.

Kamiesberg Resource Youth Hub was established in 208, and it offers skills development programmes to upskill

the youth within the community.

This organisation has a goal to equip over 1 200 young people with relevant skills and abilities, that will make them successful in the future. Previously, the staff struggled to implement computer programmes, due to lack of equipment.

On 17 November 2022, the Mobile Team from the Northern Cape paid a visit to the organisation, to contribute an array of

items, such as a laptop, a desk and a printer. This formed part of a meaningful initiative, that aims to motivate the youth to overcome various challenges.

Reagam Beukes, the CEO of Kamiesberg Resource Youth Hub, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for supporting their initiatives, and said that the equipment will ensure that students get the opportunity to complete computer literacy programmes.

WESTERN CAPE

Hollywoodbets

Beacon ValleySolomon’s Haven

Solomon’s Haven is a safe haven for abused victims located in New Woodlands in the Western Cape.

The organisation was founded by a group of individuals who have a passion for helping those who have suffered from abuse.

The haven provides a safe and secure environment for children who have experienced physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. It offers a range of services and the staff at Solomon’s Haven is made up of trained professionals who are passionate about helping people heal from the trauma of abuse.

One of the organisation’s main goal is to help children regain control of their lives. Many victims of abuse feel helpless and powerless, but the staff work tirelessly to

empower them and help them regain their sense of self-worth.

They provide a safe space where people can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment or retribution. Established in 2001, the organisation has been providing a safe and supportive environment for people to heal from the trauma of abuse and regain their independence. Like many organisations they have their fair share of challenges. The staff have opened up about their financial struggles to keep operating especially during load shedding. Upon hearing of their misfortune, the Team

from Beacon Valley visited the organisation on 20 September 2022, with a contribution of a generator and washing machine to help them continue with their mission of helping children feel safe and at home.

Maria Solomons, the Chairperson at Solomon’s Haven, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generosity. She said, “We want you to know that your contribution of a washing machine and generator will be of great use for the children of Solomon’s Haven. We want to thank you and know that your generosity to our children is greatly appreciated.”

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Bellville - Tygerberg Association for Street People

In August 2022, the Team from Bellville in the Western Cape chose to make a meaningful contribution to a nonprofit organisation called Tygerberg Association for Street People.

This was one of the many contributions that the Hollywood Foundation embarks on throughout the country with the aim of empowering and uplifting the community.

Tygerberg Association for Street People opened its doors in 2005, and

the organisation offers services to the people living on the streets.

The organisation was formed after witnessing the growing need within the community, to help people living on the streets and to give them hope for a better future.

The organisation has been struggling to meet the demand due to limited resources as they mostly relied on donations.

Debbie Derby, the Administrator at Tygerberg Association for Street People, said that they want to offer

better and more efficient services to the people they cater for, and now they are able to do that after the meaningful contribution from the Hollywood Foundation.

The Team visited the organisation on 9 August 2022 with a contribution of a stove, a crockery set, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle and a cutlery set.

Debbie said that the items will be used to ensure that the people they cater for receive proper care and support, as well as healthy meals.

Hollywoodbets Dunoon - Boost Africa Foundation

Children form part of society and the Hollywood Foundation ensures that the needs of the little ones are always put first.

In March, the Purple Team embarked on a mission to bring hope to children at an organisation called Boost Africa Foundation.

Boost Africa Foundation is an organisation that was established in 2015 in Dunoon, a township on the outskirts of Cape Town, in the Western Cape.

The organisation was formed to assist individuals to be able to reach their full potential, for children to continue to progress academically, for children to overcome their challenges and show personal growth and for families to eradicate poverty.

They believe strongly that in order to create a long-term impact that sees people reach their full potential, partnerships need to be formed, rather than supplying or imposing solutions.

This means that the team works alongside community members and while there is access to resources, initiatives are designed to encourage members of the community to take control of their own lives, by inspiring learning that empowers them to overcome their own personal challenges.

The organisation believes that no individual exists in isolation, and taking this into account, the organisation seeks to work with individuals, as well as with the systems around them. This has resulted in the projects being interconnected and, where possible, linked to the family

unit. To help assist the organisation on their mission, the Purple Team from Dunoon visited Boost Africa Foundation to lend a helping hand by contributing story books for the children at the organisation.

Elbsie Postma Botha, the Director at Boost Africa Foundation, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation, and said, “This contribution will enable us to buy the books and resources for crafts we needed to run our AftaCool programme for this year according to our specific curriculum.”

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Durbanville –Equivalence

When a disabled individual smiles, it melts one’s heart, and the Western Cape-based organisation Equivalence in Durbanville put smiles on children’s faces every day. This also aligns with the Hollywood Foundation’s values of Ubuntu which can be seen through various CSI projects that make an impact in the community.

Equivalence was established in 2016 with the aim of making a difference and reaching people who do not normally have access to horses.

The organisation wants to create a space where a

variety of therapeutic and academic support can be offered to the community. They use horses as partners in facilitating learning and development in different fields such as physical, social and emotional. This organisation serves various children from the surrounding community with special support that comes from therapeutic horse riding.

They also serve the farm community with children suffering from Foetal Alcohol Syndrome which impairs physical, emotional and cognitive development. In October, the Purple Team from Durbanville contributed horse massage pads, horse balls, bareback

pads, safety toes cage and girth, target through games, bean bags, books, a Wendy house, stencils and gymnastic balls to the organisation. The Hollywood Foundation was humbled to assist Equivalence to achieve their goals where they will be able to start new projects and support their current projects, taking them to a new level.

Anneke van Deijl-Gouws, a representative from Equivalence, said that they will now be able to achieve therapeutic goals with the physically disabled children. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution.

Hollywoodbets George - Indigo Community Development

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to highlight the importance of education and learning.

Through their CSI projects, the Team has been making a positive impact on many organisations across the country, by contributing towards the development of many children.

This time, the Purple Team went further and granted this opportunity to adults as well, in an effort to encourage learning opportunities.

Indigo Community Development is a nonprofit organisation that was established in 2021, with the aim to provide educational programmes to individuals within the community. Their goal is to open more centres and assist more children, youth and adults.

The workers have opened up about the many challenges that they have had to face, including the discontinuation of classes this year, due to the lack of resources.

On 17 November 2022, the Team from George paid a friendly visit to the

organisation, to contribute much-needed office equipment to assist with classes.

Vuyokazi Meleni, the Centre Manager at Indigo Community Development, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for its support and dedication towards education in the country, and said that equipment will help to accommodate more students in the future.

Hollywoodbets Knysna – Happy Kids Day

Care

It was an honour for the Hollywood Foundation to make a meaningful contribution to a non-profit organisation in the Western Cape, that has prioritised the needs and well-being of disadvantaged and vulnerable children from the surrounding community. The Purple Team constantly works hard to identify these organisations across the country, due to their goal of bettering the community, and extending a helping hand to many individuals who are in need.

Happy Kids Day Care was established in 2019, and it is based in Knysna,

Western Cape. The organisation is comprised of hardworking staff, who are passionate about ensuring that children are provided with a safe environment to grow and develop.

Happy Kids Day Care has many goals that it hopes to accomplish, such as building a “big school” for more children in the future and building more classrooms to support more children.

The organisation has been struggling in the past, and some of their challenges included lack of basic water. The staff expressed their painful experience of having to travel far out on a daily basis, in order to

fetch clean water for the children. On 28 February 2023, the Team from Knysna was proud to take the pressure off the staff at the organisation, through a handover that consisted of two water tanks, a stove and a gate.

Nolindo, the Principal of Happy Kids Day Care, expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, and said that the water tanks will help the organisation to store water, while the four-plate stove will help the organisation to save money on gas.

Hollywoodbets Lansdowne - Sisters Incorporated

Through a CSI initiative, the Hollywood Foundation was able to assist a non-profit organisation that is doing great work to empower and uplift women. Gender-Based Violence is a reality in South Africa, and a common occurrence for many women and children on a daily basis.

Sisters Incorporated, which is based in Kenilworth, is comprised of hardworking staff members who go above and beyond to assist women and children who are in need.

The organisation was happy to hear that they will be receiving support from the Purple Team in November.

Since 1959, Sisters Incorporated has evolved from being a refuge for single mothers, into a safe haven.

The organisation now cares for survivors of domestic violence and interpersonal abuse, and one of their major goals is to offer ethically sound services to women and their children.

The Manager of Sisters Incorporated, Delene Roberts, explained that

her laptop broke which made it difficult for her to work. As part of a meaningful project, the Team from Lansdowne was humbled to hand over a laptop and office chairs to the organisation.

Delene extended her heartful gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for making a much-needed difference within the organisation and said that the contribution will allow the staff to become more productive and efficient, which will enable more women and children to receive help.

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Maitland - Includid Group Homes

The Hollywood Foundation brought relief to Includid Group Homes in August 2022 as part of the many contributions the organisation has been making, with the aim to empower and uplift the community.

In line with this, the Purple Team in Maitland paid a special visit to the organisation on 29 August 2022, with a contribution of microwaves, dinner sets, kettles, a printer and Bluetooth speakers to help with the smooth running of the organisation.

Established in 1997 in the heart of Maitland in the

Western Cape, Includid Group Homes aims to provide services to people with intellectual disability.

The organisation’s goal is to enable the people they support, an opportunity to live normal lives and understand their rights in the community, and also empower them to reach their full potential, and be able to support their families.

As part of the Hollywood Foundation’s mandate of giving back to the community, the Team visited the centre to hand over the contribution.

Through various projects and handovers, the

Purple Team has been on a mission to uplift many local organisations that continue to impact the lives of individuals who come from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds, including people living with disabilities.

Susan, the Manager at Includid Group Homes, said that they greatly appreciate the assistance, and the contribution will help them tremendously in the upliftment of the community.

She said, “Once again, thank you so much Hollywood Foundation.”

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Malmesbury - Elkana Childcare

In February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation embarked on a mission of changing lives through a meaningful contribution to Elkana Childcare in Malmesbury in the Western Cape.

Elkana Childcare was established in 2000 as a small project to address the needs of street children in Malmesbury. Over the years, Elkana has rapidly grown and has turned its attention to more solid interventions with a focus on prevention, early intervention and protection strategies for vulnerable and at-risk children.

The organisation addresses the physical, emotional and

developmental needs of vulnerable and at-risk children aged between 4 and 17 years, primarily in the Swartland and West Coast regions in the Western Cape. With over 100 beneficiaries, Elkana Childcare was founded by a few community members, who saw the need to invest in street children and to keep them safe.

Their goals are to ensure that all the children they serve are safe, heard and that their rights are respected. They aim to keep all the children in school, through various additional developmental programmes and their vision is to be a safe haven for all the children using the facility, and to support each child and enhance their identity so that they develop into well-functioning

adults. Like any other organisation, they have their fair share of challenges, and the Purple Team was honoured to assist the organisation to modify their residential bedrooms with muchneeded cupboards.

They also contributed an extra big sink for the reading room so that the children can continue with their arts and crafts activities.

Roche Afrikaner, a representative from Elkana Childcare, said that the contribution will allow them to make the residential girls living quarters more conducive. She also said that the cupboards were much-needed as COVID-19 took a toll on their bedrooms and living areas.

Hollywoodbets

Montague GardensSiyazama Aftercare Center

Grooming and nurturing children from an early age is something that is close to the heart of the Hollywood Foundation, which is why the Purple Team contributed various items to Siyazama Aftercare Center to help them with their vision.

The Western Cape-based Siyazama Aftercare Center was established in 2004 with the aim to help keep children away from the streets by educating them and mentally developing

them from an early age. The organisation also offers children a sense of belonging and prepares them for schooling with the right attitude and habits.

Before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the organisation lacked resources, which forced teachers to share study material and ultimately slowed productivity.

As part of the Hollywood Foundation’s CSI initiative, the Team from Montague Gardens visited the organisation to hand over scooters, activity books, an

office book shelf, Disney books and children’s chairs to help make teaching and learning easier.

Zelpha Gaba, the Project Manager at Siyazama Aftercare Center, expressed great appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation Team for the assistance. She said that the contribution will help reduce administration costs, and that the teachers will be able to have their own teaching material.

Hollywoodbets Paarl

- Huis Andrew Murray

Child and Youth Care Centre

Through various CSI projects, the Hollywood Foundation has been able to bring relief to many organisations in different regions.

On 7 November 2022, the Purple Team from Paarl visited the Huis Andrew Murray Child and Youth Care Centre in the Western Cape to hand over a dough mixer.

This organisation, based in Wellington, was established in 1898 with the aim to give

a future to vulnerable and orphaned children.

Huis Andrew Murray Child and Youth Care Centre is responsible for the care, support, protection and development of the children in its custody through various therapeutic and developmental programmes. The organisation also hopes to offer programmes that address the holistic development of children,to develop and implement culturally appropriate programmes which celebrate, respect and validate diversity

and continuous health monitoring of children.

Karen Petersen, the Marketing and Funding Manager at the Huis Andrew Murray Child and Youth Care Centre, said that they have been struggling as they had to make food by hand but now after the Hollywood Foundation contributed the dough mixer, things will be much easier.

She said that they care for 155 children from ages one to 18, and the dough mixer will assist to increase productivity.

Hollywoodbets ParowRavensmead Crèche

With education being one of the Hollywood Foundation pillars, the Team from Parow chose to assist Ravensmead Crèche with educational materials.

This crèche, which was established in 2012, is located in the Cape Flats with 90% of the children coming from broken and disadvantaged homes. The crèche is a haven to children from six in the morning to six in the evening. It provides two nutritional meals and

two snack breaks for the children, from Monday to Friday.

The facility which accommodates 125 children between the ages of six months to six years, has staff that is sufficiently trained and experienced in the field.

The organisation also has an aftercare where they accommodate about 20 primary school children. The Purple Team visited the crèche in October with a contribution of scooters, activity books, an office shelf, chairs and tables.

This was after the crèche management requested assistance with their wish list.

Sarah Strauss, the Principal at Ravensmead Crèche, said that they realised that to remain sustainable, forging partnerships with private business owners is a necessity in current economic conditions. She said that the crèche usually relies heavily on community support to continue running the centre, and to further empower children for a better future.

Hollywoodbets Philippi - Hope Africa Collective

Since 2013, Hope Africa Collective has been bringing hope to the townships of South Africa, specifically in and around Philippi, to fight injustice and its root causes, and to disrupt the cycle of multi-dimensional poverty through a holistic approach.

As part of a CSI initiative by the Hollywood Foundation, the Team from Philippi contributed salon equipment to the organisation to help them

with their mission. The Western Capebased Hope Africa Collective aims to spark entrepreneurship in the local economy, and produce workready, resilient and inspired youth.

The organisation provides basic business training, support and mentorship to unemployed youth between the ages of 10 to 35 in the local community. The Team visited the organisation in October to hand over the salon equipment.

Randall Morcom, the Operations Manager at

Hope Africa Collective, said that prior to the contribution of equipment for the hair training programme, their students and facilitators were struggling with broken hair dryers, lack of ventilation, and mannequins that were no longer adequate for proper training. He said, “This contribution will make their training more effective, providing adequate equipment for each of the students in the salon to practice and making the salon an overall safer and more comfortable environment.”

“Humanitarian response, sustainable development, and sustaining peace are three sides of the same triangle.”

- Antonio Guterres

Hollywoodbets Somerset - Thomas House of Hope

Christmas came early for the Thomas House of Hope, as the Hollywood Foundation fulfilled their wishes in November.

The Purple Team travelled to Somerset West in Cape Town to hand over a fridge and a freezer to the organisation.

Thomas House of Hope was established in 2005 and is a day centre where homeless

adults aged 18 and older can register to receive assistance and participate in the workfor-reward programme, which helps them to take the first steps towards dignified rehabilitation and independence.

The organisation feeds over 50 people per day from the vulnerable, lost and rejected to the addicted and destitute. The organisation started as a soup kitchen and gradually evolved into a day centre for homeless adults.

Ne-Ray Serfontein, the Centre Administrator, said that the homeless are given an opportunity to regain their dignity and to achieve healing and wholeness, by participating in a token exchange programme. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution.

Hollywoodbets StellenboschLegacy Community Development

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” These profound words, spoken by former South African President Nelson Mandela, are very near and dear to the loving staff at Legacy Community Development.

This non-profit organisation has a mission to bring God’s love, hope, compassion, and justice to Stellenbosch, starting in Kayamandi. With a key focus on community upliftment, the Purple Team saw a fantastic opportunity to make a difference to many people who consider Legacy Community Development to be a safe haven.

Legacy Community Development has many focus areas, such as working towards a journey to employability, spiritual wellness, emotional, psychosocial and basic needs, health and physical exercise and the building of relationships and networks. Some of the organisation’s major

programmes include Khulani Kayamandi, Ikamya Legacy, Care and Siseko Outreach. Most of these programmes are run by permanent staff members, but are also linked to the passion, skills and gifts of volunteers.

Individuals within the community wanted to feel empowered and uplifted, which led to the creation of this non-profit organisation in 2001. Despite overcoming many obstacles and challenges, Legacy Community Development has continued to make a positive impact in the community, and its staff have worked hard

to leave their legacy for future generations to come. As part of a meaningful CSI initiative, the Team from Stellenbosch was excited to visit the organisation in January, to contribute educational equipment to assist with lessons and programmes.

Martmarie Cloete, the Operations Manager for Legacy Community Development, expressed her gratitude to the Purple Team for visiting their organisation for the first time, and added that this will make a positive impact on the Kayamandi community.

Hollywoodbets Strand - Great Beginning

Pre-School

Nurturing children from a young age is a common goal for many crèches and schools in South Africa.

Children are indeed the future, and every child should be given anopportunity to receive basic and quality education. This is a sentiment that the Hollywood Foundation holds very close to its heart, and many of its projects aim to promote early childhood development.

Great Beginning

Pre-School opened its doors in 2018, and it aims to bring change to children in the Western Cape by offering them a quality education.

Currently, there are 44 learners who consider this school to be a safe haven.

The Team from Strand saw a need to assist this school with some muchneeded equipment, and on 27 October 2022, paid a special visit to the school to contribute mattresses, a fridge and a microwave.

This formed part of a CSI project, that aims to uplift various communities in the country.

Naomi Malebo, the Principal of Great Beginning Pre-School, thanked the Purple Team for their generosity, and said, “Our food will now be kept fresh and the microwave will help to ensure that the food is warm for the children.”

Hollywoodbets Vasco - Muscular Dystrophy Foundation

In August, the Team in Vasco assisted the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation of South Africa, with a contribution that included a laptop, a Canon printer, oil heaters and a spring tech chair.

The Muscular Dystrophy Foundation was founded in 1976 by Mr. and Mrs. Walker, who had a son who was affected by Duchenne Muscular

Dystrophy, with the aim to empower clients to live as independently for as long as possible.

This organisation was established mainly to reach out to affected members and to create awareness about the disease.

Before receiving this contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, a Social Worker at this organisation, Samantha Muller, said that the IT

equipment was very slow and infected with viruses, and the office was unbearably cold.

The Purple Team came to their aid with the muchneeded equipment. Samantha said, “The laptop will enable work to be done quicker and the staff will work in a more conducive environment which will drastically improve service delivery. The Hollywood Foundation is making a huge difference in the community, thank you.”

Hollywoodbets Voortrekker - Saartjie Voorskool Sentrum

In January 2023, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to assist Saartjie Voorskool Sentrum, and to help to ensure that this non-profit organisation reaches more lives in the future.

The Purple Team has already impacted many organisations across the country, by ensuring that they continue to offer vital services to their communities.

Seeing as community upliftment is a core focus for the Hollywood Foundation, it was a natural decision for the Team to support this organisation and their mission of bettering the lives of children.

Saartjie Voorskool

Sentrum, based in

Oudtshoorn, was founded by Sarie Suman in 1996. This non-profit organisation focusses on the well-being of children, and it began with only six children in care. Sarie has a passion for children and used money from her own pockets to ensure that she offers the best possible services for children. Today, the organisation consists of seven buildings, hardworking and proactive staff and a learner count of 125. The organisation has a goal to ensure that children have a safe and healthy environment and a learning programme that contributes towards equal opportunities.

The educators at the organisation are fullytrained and have implemented a programme that caters

to the needs of every child, including those who live with disabilities.

Previously, there were many challenges to overcome, such as a lack of equipment to assist with day-to-day activities. On 31 January 2023, the Team from Voortrekker paid a special visit to the organisation, to support them for the first time.

The Team gladly contributed some equipment, such as a fridge, a freezer and a microwave. Sarie, who is now the Principal of Saartjie Voorskool Sentrum, extended her gratitude to the Purple Team for reaching out to assist the organisation, and added that the contribution will now help to ensure that food products can be stored for the pre-school.

Hollywoodbets Waterkant – CCID

The Hollywood Foundation is on a mission of granting wishes through various CSI projects in different regions. In October, the Team from Waterkant visited the Cape Town Central City Improvement District (CCID) to hand over gardening tools, overalls, gloves, chairs, a table, a non-magnetic flipchart, whiteboard markers and soccer balls, to support the CCID’s PEP work-based rehabilitation project on the Foreshore and assist participants to carry out their work.

This was after Area Manager Emma Dove approached CCID asking for a “wish list”.

The Purple Team was happy to grant all items requested. CCID was established in 2000 and was the first City Improvement District of its kind in South Africa.

The organisation is funded by property owners to provide complimentary urban management services to a specific geographic area. These services include supporting and augmenting the City of Cape Town’s safety and

cleaning efforts in the Central City, ensuring that the environment is well managed, that social development issues are addressed, and that the central city is promoted as a leading business destination.

Tara Gerardy, the CCID Social Development Manager, said that the contribution will make an immense difference because their budgets are limited. She added, “Having something like this means we can refocus our funds to improve the project. It’s exciting that we’re a beneficiary.”

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Woodstock – U-turn Homeless Ministries

The Hollywood Foundation Team in the Western Cape was humbled to lend a helping hand to a non-profit organisation that focusses on equipping the lives of homeless individuals from surrounding communities.

Welfare continues to be a major focus for the Purple Team, as they pride themselves on making a positive difference to individuals from disadvantaged and vulnerable backgrounds.

U-turn Homeless Ministries was established in 1997. The organisation provides necessities such as food and clothing to the homeless. It also helps them towards drug or alcohol rehab,

and if necessary, skills development and sheltered employment. The organisation also provides transitional accommodation along the way and their clients graduate when they have secured a job on the open market and are selfsustainable in bricks and mortar accommodation. Over 80% of their graduates remain sober, housed and employed after completing the programme. Like any other organisation, they are faced with many challenges as they offer a wide variety of support services in various ways.

Their main challenge is lack of huge equipment, from double decker buses to stationery which is why the Purple Team from Woodstock visited the

organisation on 23 March 2023, to hand over the items on their wishlist to help them continue changing lives.

Stephen Underwood, the Fundraising Officer at U-turn Homeless Ministries, said that the equipment supplied by the Hollywood Foundation will enable them to produce high quality meals to more than 300 unique individuals this year.

He added, “The kitchen equipment will benefit us through the provision of warm, healthy meals to assist our daily survival and facilitate therapeutic work on our personal development. You cannot teach a hungry person.”

Hollywoodbets Worcester –Association for the Sensory Disabled

The Hollywood Foundation brought relief to Association for the Sensory Disabled this October as part of its various CSI initiatives.

The Purple Team in Worcester contributed a printer, a fridge, a turbo gas stove and white paint to help with the running of the organisation.

Established in 2003 in the heart of the Breede Valley in the Western Cape, the Association for the Sensory Disabled aims to provide an accessible,

sustainable, integrated day-care, after-care and 24-hour residential care services, in partnership with the community and well-trained staff, to allow children with sensory disabilities to reach their full potential, and in so doing, support their families.

Its goal is making a sustainable difference in the lives of children with sensory disabilities, in partnership with the community. As part of the Foundation’s mandate of giving back to the community, the Team from Worcester visited the centre to hand over the contribution.

Nicolette Labuschagne, the Manager at the Association for the Sensory Disabled, said that the organisation has programmes that are based on two aspirations which is to foster empathy, compassion, and dignity within a safe, caring environment and to “get a life” rather than just get an education.

She said that their key objective is to offer a caring environment where empathy, compassion, and dignity abound and where, as a consequence, children with disabilities can experience a complete, fulfilled lifespan.

Hollywoodbets

Wynberg - The Haven Night Shelter

Claremont

The Haven Night Shelter

Claremont in Wynberg, Western Cape, has been serving meals to the homeless in the area for over 20 years.

For people living on the streets, being served warm meals every day gives them a sense of belonging and makes

them feel like they are a part of the society.

The Hollywood Foundation has a key focus on welfare and empowering many individuals who come from vulnerable and marginalised backgrounds. With this in mind, it was humbling for the Purple Team to invest back into the community and impact the lives of individuals who are based at this organisation.

This organisation was established in 1990 with the aim of helping people living on the streets. To help them continue with their sterling work in the community, in August, the Team from Wynberg visited the shelter to spread some love with a contribution that included party chairs, stew pans, metal shelves and cutlery.

Sheila Jacobs, the Manager at this organisation, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to reach out to them, and said that this contribution by the Purple Team will help the organisation to serve their clients with more dignity and add value to their livelihoods.

“Go into the world and do well. But more importantly, go into the world and do good.”

- Minor Myers Jr.

Mobile Team – CASE Community development is at the heart of the Hollywood Foundation.

The Team has been focussed on implementing many initiatives that contribute towards healthier livelihoods, throughout the country.

In the Western Cape, the Mobile Team came across a non-profit organisation that works hard towards creating conducive environments that are free from social challenges, such as crime and gangsterism.

Through a CSI project, the Purple Team made a contribution to this organisation, that will help to ensure that more individuals are equipped with necessary skills and abilities that will enable them to improve their lives.

CASE was established in 2016, and it works towards goals that include the rehabilitation of parolees, youth in conflict with the law and individuals who live in low income communities, by helping them to adjust to society by gaining valued skills and qualities.

Many programmes aim to restore the dignity of these individuals, as well as offer them hope, develop their hard and soft skills and reduce poverty in communities by preparing them to enter the workplace.

The organisation is based within the Drakenstein Area and has high hopes to expand services throughout the Western Cape in the future.

One of the many programmes within CASE includes sports development, which led to their partnership with the Paarl Soccer Club. The club, which is based at Zanddrift Sports Grounds, seeks to uplift the youth by encouraging them to remain active and work together within a team. Sports development is

also a key pillar for the Hollywood Foundation, as sport has shown to have a remarkable impact on the development of the youth.

On 16 February 2023, the Mobile Team from the Western Cape travelled to CASE, to present the Paarl Soccer Club with sporting kits and boots for them to wear during matches.

Jeremy Arries, the CEO of CASE, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution, and said that the new sporting kits and boots will have a profound impact on the youth who cannot afford to purchase these items.

Mobile Team – Lwandle Athletics Club

The Hollywood Foundation is always looking for ways to uplift the community through various CSI initiatives including sports sponsorships. In February, the Purple Team was proud to lend a helping hand to Lwandle Athletics Club in the Western Cape.

With sports development at grassroots level being at the heart of the Hollywood Foundation, the Mobile Team from the Western Cape was humbled to contribute running kits and tracksuits to the athletics club to keep the runners warm during the winter season, and for the runners to look their best

when they participate in various races. Lwandle Athletics Club was established in 2019 in Strand, Western Cape.

The club serves runners from Lwandle, Nomzamo, Asanda Village and surrounding areas. Their objectives are to encourage, support and guide a healthier lifestyle and to develop the sport within the Lwandle community on a non-discriminatory manner that caters for all levels of fitness and ability, age, ethnicity and gender.

Through this running club, runners are able to engage in social activities that uplift the community and club vision while building a running family that is founded on core

values such as, integrity, compassion, respect and sportsmanship.

Through a sports sponsorship, the Hollywood Foundation was able to bring smiles to the club and its members who have been struggling to fit in with the others during races.

The club is self-funded which means not all their needs are met including transport and refreshments at races. Thembakazi DyaniSapula, the Treasurer for Lwandle Athletics Club, thanked the Purple Team for their support, and added that this contribution will ensure that the athletes look neat and warm when they participate in races.

Mobile TeamZusakhe Educare

The Hollywood Foundation was onhand to assist Zusakhe Educare in the Western Cape, through a CSI project. The Team has been supporting an array of non-profit organisations across the country, who have been instrumental in caring for many people in various communities who are in need of a helping hand.

Zusakhe Educare was established in 2016. Previously, there were many young boys and girls who roamed around the streets, with no purpose. It became evident that it was unsafe for young children to be alone, without

adult supervision. As a result, this organisation was created to ensure that the youth had a safe space to stay and learn necessary skills and abilities that will enable them to prosper in the future. Zusakhe Educare has many goals, including to develop well-groomed boys and girls, and to expand to more areas.

Previously, the organisation was not functioning effectively, and some of its challenges included a poor-functioning kitchen and mattresses that were very bad in quality.

Through a CSI handover, the Mobile Team from the Western Cape paid a

visit to the organisation, to contribute an array of essential items, such as a stove, cooking pots, and mattresses for the youth who seek shelter at this organisation.

Tertia Mkhiva, the Principal of Zusakhe Educare, was extremely grateful for this contribution from the Purple Team and said that it will improve the comfortability of the youth, as well as staff members.

BACK TO SCHOOL

Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School campaign provides a crucial boost of R4 million to learners.

The Hollywood Foundation was proud to announce the return of the “Back to School” campaign, through a R4 million pledge that sought to assist parents and learners from various communities across South Africa.

The objective of the campaign is to equip numerous learners

with essential school supplies, empowering them at the onset of the new academic year.

As a component of the pledge, selected schools were provided with stationery, school shoes and uniforms valued between R15 000 and R30 000.

This campaign was launched during a crucial period this year to relieve parents of financial stress amid a challenging economic climate.

To assist with the selection of schools, the Hollywood Foundation partnered with Brand Ambassadors, such as Keshav Maharaj, Robert Marawa and Carol Tshabalala, as well as non-profit organisations including starlet Nomzamo Mbatha’s Lighthouse Foundation.

In addition to this, Hollywoodbets’ 98 retail branches nationwide joined forces to make a positive impact on the lives of several learners this year.

The Hollywood Foundation partnered with Black Coffee Foundation to inaugurate the campaign and distributed supplies in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape.

“Children look forward to their first day of school with

their new uniform and school supplies and every parent would like to meet their kids’ needs, the reality though is that not all kids are enabled the opportunity to experience that. This year, we have increased our allocation to the Back to School initiative, to ensure

that we touch as many lives as possible. We strive to positively impact our communities, and our Team and partners carry that vision at heart,” said Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

EASTERN CAPE

Joy, smiles and laughter from learners filled the air at the beginning of the year, when news reached that many schools will be receiving assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, through the Back to School campaign.

Through contributions that included shoes, uniform and stationery, many learners were able to receive basic school supplies to confidently tackle the new year ahead.

This also brought much relief to parents, and minimised the financial stress on many households, especially after a very busy festive season. A total of 23 schools in the province warmly welcomed the assistance from the Purple Team this year.

Ndumiso Mbaya, the Principal of Lower Gqobonco Senior

Primary School, explained that many learners at the school performed poorly in their studies, as they lacked self-confidence. Ndumiso further added that the assistance from

the Hollywood Foundation has had a tremendous impact on the school and has helped to restore the learner’s self-esteem.

FREE STATE

The Back to School campaign made a special impact in the lives of many learners in the Free State. Using the campaign, 5 schools were grateful for the much-needed support from the Hollywood Foundation this year.

Equipping learners with basic school supplies, such as shoes, uniform and stationery supplies, has a profound impact on their schooling career, as it brings a sense of motivation to excel in studies and school work. The Team is aware that not every child has the privilege of owning new school supplies at the start of the year, and this may result in lack of selfconfidence and self-esteem.

By contributing these items to the learners, the aim is to ensure that they reach for the stars and remain focussed in the year ahead.

Jwalane Makhanya, an Educator at Justice Lefuma Primary School, explained that the

assistance from the Hollywood Foundation came at the right time for the learners, as many of them come from struggling households where parents are

unemployed. He further added, “This will make a big change in the learner’s lives because they did not have shoes to wear when coming to school. The shoes will now give them confidence.”

GAUTENG

The Gauteng Team jumped into action at the start of 2023, and travelled to 35 schools this year, to offer relief to struggling households. The Back to School campaign included the contribution of shoes, uniform and stationery supplies to learners, which were warmly received by many teachers and parents. In this day and age,

confidently walk into the new schooling year with pride and enthusiasm. Many schools were delighted to welcome the Purple Team and held many programmes and special song and dance items to show their appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation for the much-needed assistance. It was an honour for the Team in turn, to witness the

wore different shoes that brought a lack of uniformity to the school.

He further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the generosity that the Team has shown to the school, and said, “Your support is highly appreciated, may the relationship that you have with the school continue to flourish.

purchasing school supplies can be a very daunting experience for parents after the festive season, and the campaign from the Hollywood Foundation serves as a beacon of hope to these individuals, that their children can

profound impact that the little contribution will have on the learners in the long run. J.M Moagi, a representative from Mmabana Primary School, explained that learners at the school were orphans and vulnerable, who

KWAZULU-NATAL

The Hollywood Foundation Team in KwaZulu-Natal geared up and sprang into action in the new year, to give learners a much-needed boost.

Given many socioeconomic challenges that the country has had to endure, the Back to School campaign aims to ensure that parents have one less thing to worry about in terms of purchasing essential school supplies.

The Team travelled far and out, during some humid weather conditions, to reach schools that are based in disadvantaged areas and communities. Through the campaign, shoes, uniforms and stationery supplies were contributed to learners, to encourage them to reach for the stars in the new year.

As part of the campaign, various departments within HUTS also had a fantastic opportunity

to give back to schools that have helped to shape their childhood years, such as Mzobanzi Secondary School, Glenview Primary School, Shembe Primary School, and Emthini Primary School. It was an honour and a privilege for the Team to reach 112 schools in the province this year.

GP Gcabashe, the Principal of Ullovu Secondary School, was delighted to hear that the Purple Team will be enriching the lives of learners through the campaign this year, and said, “The campaign is very important, as it brings society together through businesses and schools. Schools need this kind of support.”

LIMPOPO

The Purple Team ventured into hot and humid Limpopo at the start of the year, in order to help learners gear up and tackle the academic year that awaits them.

Through the Back to School campaign, many learners and their parents were supported through contributions that included shoes, stationery and uniforms. By doing this, the Hollywood Foundation ensured that the learners were fullyequipped, and motivated to do well in their studies. As part of their mission to empower communities, a total of 24 schools in the region received the necessary aid at the beginning of 2023.

Evans Mahonisi, the Deputy Principal at Musina Secondary School, was overjoyed to hear that his school was selected to receive aid, as part of the campaign. Evans explained that majority of the learners at the school would

attend lessons without proper shoes, and the school depended on small donations from teachers, to ensure that the learners had the necessary items.

He added, “We would like to thank the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution. We hope that the learners complete their studies in record time and become successful in life.”

MPUMALANGA

Sunshine and smiles were aplenty in Mpumalanga, following the great news that the Hollywood Foundation will be supporting learners this year, through the Back to School campaign.

The purpose of the campaign was to empower and uplift many learners, who come from predominantly disadvantaged and

considered a luxury. The Team from Mpumalanga touched the lives of learners at 22 schools this year, through new shoes and uniform to wear, as well as new stationery supplies to use during classroom activities.

Through this contribution, the Hollywood Foundation aims to ensure that learners are motivated to excel in their academic work, as well as attend school lessons on a daily basis. Z.E Manzini, a representative

from Kwazamokuhle Secondary School, welcomed the generous contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, in the form of shoes for the learners. He explained that previously, teachers used money from their own pockets to purchase school shoes for learners. He added that the contribution from the Purple Team will now encourage the learners to remain in school and continue with their studies until their Matric year.

The Hollywood Foundation was honoured to take the Back to School campaign to the North West this year and encourage learners to excel in their studies.

Many schools in the region were grateful to receive support from the Purple Team, in terms of new shoes, uniforms and stationery supplies.

Households within disadvantaged areas also breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that their children will be equipped with basic school supplies at the start of a very stressful year, after the festive season.

Through the campaign, a total of 6 schools in the North West received a helping hand.

A.K. Makaota, the Principal of Letsapa Primary School, explained that the shoes and uniform from the Hollywood Foundation

will have a tremendous impact on the learners, as it will help to restore their confidence and give them added motivation to continue with their studies.

NORTHERN CAPE

in the year ahead. A.K Nabula, the Principal of Reneilwe Primary School, explained that with the contribution of shoes and stationery supplies, the learners will be able to attend school regularly during winter, and it will also help to improve the learners’ marks.

This year, a total of 4 schools warmly welcomed support from the Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School campaign. After sending through wish lists to the Purple Team, the schools were grateful to receive help in the form of new shoes, uniform and stationery supplies for their learners. The Team is aware of the plight that many households have to face at the start of the year, as well as the high prices of the assortment of school supplies that they are required to purchase for their children. By using the campaign, the Hollywood

Foundation serves as a lifeline, to help ensure that every child, regardless of their economic background, is equipped and motivated to do well in their studies

WESTERN CAPE

The Team in the Western Cape rallied together at the start of the new year to ensure that various schools in the province receive much-needed school supplies to kick-start the new schooling year.

Some of the items that were contributed to schools included shoes, uniform and stationery supplies.

Each school that was selected to receive assistance was situated in disadvantaged areas and comprised of hardworking staff and teachers who go above and beyond to ensure that learners receive quality education.

With that being said, the Back to School campaign was able to reach 56 schools in the Western Cape in 2023.

The Team paid a special visit to Ysterplaat Primary to hand over their share of school supplies.

Nataly Horn, the Principal of the school, explained that 830 learners will benefit from the support from the Hollywood Foundation this year.

She added, “This contribution will have a huge impact on the classroom atmosphere and management. Each learner can now proudly say that they have their own stationery and they no longer

have to feel embarrassed for not owning basic necessities. We are so grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for making our lives and the lives of our beautiful learners, so much better.”

The Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School campaign continues to make a difference in the lives of learners throughout the country.

Since the launch of the R4 million campaign last year, the Purple Team has been out and about delivering school supplies to different areas in South Africa and Africa.

The Hollywood Foundation Team, in partnership with Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassadors and former Springbok players Akona and Odwa Ndungane, embarked on another initiative in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, as part of the campaign.

The famous Ndungane twins carefully selected

Zonneblom Primary School and Gungululu Senior School to receive much-needed school supplies for the upcoming 2023 academic year.

The Purple Team, along with the twins, were met with a warm reception at both schools, making it a heart-warming day.

At Gungululu Senior School, they were treated to a school choir performance and traditional dance, which allowed them to immerse themselves in the rich culture and history of Mthatha. While Odwa chose Gungululu Senior School, Akona chose Zonneblom Primary School, as both schools hold a special place in their hearts.

At Zonneblom Primary School, they were taken aback by a special surprise that brought smiles to their faces as parents of the school performed a song to welcome and celebrate the twins.

The Team also witnessed a Gogo perform a traditional dance to show her gratitude to the twins and the Purple Team. The Hollywood Foundation, in partnership with the Ndungane twins, were honoured to provide uniforms, shoes, and bags to both schools to support them throughout the year.

Akona and Odwa Ndungane

AmaZulu Football Club

On Thursday, 2 March 2023, the Hollywood Foundation teamed up with the AmaZulu Football Club for a Back to School initiative in Melmoth, KwaZulu-Natal.

The AmaZulu Community Trust represented by its CEO Snenjabulo Zungu, selected Imfule Primary School in Mthonjaneni, to receive assistance with school supplies from the Hollywood Foundation in the 2023 schooling year.

The event was attended by representatives from AmaZulu Community Trust and the Hollywood Foundation Team.

The day was filled with excitement as both organisations came together to fulfil dreams by contributing school supplies such as pens, pencils, exercise books, printing paper, and full school uniforms for the learners. The Back to School campaign, which aimed to provide relief to families and learners

from different South African communities, received a pledge of R4 million from the Hollywood Foundation last year. In addition, the initiative aims to motivate and empower children to excel in their studies by providing them with new shoes, uniforms, and stationery. Ntombiyenkosi Mbatha, the Principal of Imfule Primary School, shared that the majority of the beneficiaries are from underprivileged homes and are without birth certificates.

She expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation and AmaZulu Community Trust for the assistance. She said, “Today has been a great day, I would like to thank everyone who has been involved in making this day a success including local leadership, the school governing body

and parents. We received more than enough stationery to keep us going for almost two years. This is not only a contribution to the school but to the whole community as well and we hope that this aid will assist the learners in achieving academic success.”

According to Mpho Dintwa, the AmaZulu Community Trust Programmes Manager, partnering with the Hollywood Foundation for the Back to School campaign was a dream come true when they received a request from a school through the Mthonjaneni branch for assistance with school supplies. “These are kids who are in dire need of this assistance and we hope it will make a significant difference to their lives and the school,” Dintwa said.

Andile Nebulane

The Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School campaign has already made a significant impact on the lives of numerous learners and parents throughout the country.

A fantastic advantage of the campaign is that it provides an opportunity for Partners, Influencers and Brand Ambassadors to give back to schools that have touched their hearts. In the Western Cape, the Hollywood Foundation Team accompanied South African actor Andile Nebulane, on a special journey to four schools in the region. Nebulane gave a motivational speech to the learners and provided them with basic school supplies to help them tackle the upcoming academic year.

On 2 February 2023, Andile and the Purple Team embarked on a roadshow to Paarl where they visited four schools, namely, Hillcrest Primary, Bergendal Primary, Langabuya Primary and Daal Josaphat Primary. These schools have a significant number of learners from underprivileged

communities whose parents find it challenging to afford basic school supplies required on the first day of school. Among the schools visited was Langabuya Primary, a school that holds a special place in Andile’s heart, as he reminisced about his childhood days at the same institution. The school has been providing quality education since its establishment in 1962, but its teachers have to overcome many challenges during classroom activities, including a shortage of space and furniture for the learners.

Andile was moved by the school’s plight when he visited his hometown, and he was inspired to make a positive change in the situation he

regularly observed. Together with the Purple Team, they were delighted to contribute stationery supplies and shoes to the four schools, to help the learners to overcome any obstacles they may face, excel in their studies, and strive for a brighter future.

The supplies included shoes, books, pencils, glue sticks and scissors, which they hope will motivate the learners to achieve their goals.

Andile expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for collaborating with him on the Back to School campaign and emphasised the significance of motivating and reinstating the value of education.

Anthony Delpech

The Hollywood Foundation Team and Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador

Anthony Delpech visited KwaCutshwayo Primary School in Shongweni on 23 January 2023, to put smiles on the faces of many teachers and learners. Through the Back to School campaign, Anthony and the Team were delighted to make a valuable contribution, as learners began their studies for the year 2023.

The acquisition of shoes is an essential obligation for parents to fulfil their children’s schooling.

However, numerous households encounter difficulties in purchasing this item, resulting in their kids using worn-out or illfitting shoes.

To ease this burden for parents and ensure the learners’ comfort and ability to walk long distances, the Hollywood Foundation launched the Back to School campaign. Working alongside Anthony, the Purple Team proudly delivered boxes of brand-new shoes to KwaCutshwayo Primary School. Anthony also offered a few words of encouragement and

urged the learners to excel in their studies in the upcoming academic year.

Nonhlanhla Mpungose, a CSI Coordinator, further motivated the learners to do their best and participated in a joyful photo and video session with grateful teachers and learners.

Black Coffee Foundation – Eastern Cape

The commencement of a new academic year can bring a great sense of anticipation for learners, who look forward to making new acquaintances, meeting new teachers and gaining knowledge. However, for parents, this can be a source of stress and concern due to the need to purchase essential school supplies.

School uniforms, shoes, and stationery are crucial requisites for learners, and many guardians find it challenging to afford these items after the festive period.

During the Back to School campaign, the Black Coffee Foundation and the Hollywood Foundation made visits to Mzimvubu Primary School and Zimele High School in the Eastern Cape, to provide uniforms and shoes.

Together with the Black Coffee Foundation, the Purple Team embarked on their second set of handovers that focussed on supporting underprivileged schools and empowering learners in 2023.

The Team was warmly welcomed by teachers and learners, who were excited to receive words of motivation and encouragement.

Black Coffee reiterated his commitment to uplifting learners and providing them with the essential tools to succeed in life. During his address at Mzimvubu Primary School, he reminisced about his school days and even identified a teacher who had taught him in the past. “This is the start of a relationship that we want to improve as time goes on,” he said.

He expressed his desire to establish a longlasting relationship with the school and pledged to return every year to offer assistance with school necessities such as uniforms and stationery, as much as possible.

Black Coffee Foundation - KZN

While the end of the year may bring happiness and anticipation for many, some parents can feel overwhelmed as they prepare for their children’s school needs for the upcoming year. These necessities include new uniforms, shoes and stationery supplies. The Hollywood Foundation has created the Back to School initiative to support disadvantaged schools by providing basic school supplies to learners, intending to alleviate stress for households at the beginning of the year.

The campaign was launched last year, strategically timed

before the holiday season, to aid parents, teachers, and learners in 2023.

To kick off the campaign this year, the Hollywood Foundation collaborated with the Black Coffee Foundation to distribute supplies at three schools in Umlazi.

This location holds a special place in the heart of the international DJ, record producer, songwriter and businessman, as it is where he originates from.

In conjunction with the Hollywood Foundation, the Black Coffee Foundation team visited Windy Heights Primary School, Qondokuhle Primary School and King Shaka High School,

providing students with school uniforms and shoes to wear for the upcoming academic year.

Black Coffee was thrilled to participate in the Back to School campaign with the Purple Team, visiting the schools where he spent his formative years and delivering motivational speeches to empower the learners. He frequently reiterated the adage, “It takes a village to raise a child” while urging learners to heed the guidance of their parents and teachers.

He also encouraged them to remain authentic and aspire to achieve great things, as their aspirations might eventually come to fruition.

Brian Baloyi

In March, former soccer player and Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador, Brian Baloyi, was humbled to join forces with the Hollywood Foundation, for the Back to School campaign.

The campaign, launched at a critical juncture to alleviate the financial burden on parents at the beginning of the academic year, has made a significant difference in the lives of countless learners throughout the nation by providing them with essential school materials.

Brian chose to give back to Emfundisweni Primary School in Gauteng, as it holds a special place in his heart. The school was overjoyed to hear

the news that their learners would be receiving support.

Located in a severely disadvantaged community, the school is considered a place of safety for many learners, and its dedicated staff go above and beyond to ensure that the learners receive a quality education, enabling them to strive for greatness in the future.

In addition to academic activities, the school provides extra-mural lessons such as sports.

One challenge that the learners faced was difficulty in acquiring school shoes, which are essential for attending school.

Brian, along with the Purple Team in Gauteng, journeyed to

Emfundisweni Primary School as part of the Back to School campaign.

The Team received a warm welcome from the excited learners, who were amazed to see the former soccer star. The students prepared a special song and dance performance for the Team and were delighted to receive new shoes that would significantly assist them in the coming year.

Sonwabo Patrick, the Deputy Principal of the school, was left speechless after witnessing the love and support from the Hollywood Foundation and Brian for the learners and said that the school is very appreciative of the contribution.

Carol Tshabalala

The Hollywood Foundation Team in Limpopo joined forces with Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador and sportscaster, Carol Tshabalala, in March to bring joy to numerous learners. Through the Back to School campaign, they made a significant contribution to Matshipe Combined School, to

ensure that the learners are fully equipped to tackle the academic year.

The learners, teachers and parents of Matshipe Combined School in Limpopo were excited to learn that Carol had nominated their school for assistance this year.

purchasing basic school supplies can be challenging for parents, the Back to School campaign was a welcome relief.

In addition to academic activities, the school offers extra-curricular opportunities like sports, drama, and music.

On 17 March 2023, Carol and the Purple Team made a special visit to the school to present the learners with new uniforms and shoes. The learners eagerly awaited Carol’s arrival and many were delighted to take pictures with her.

Once again, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to make a positive impact in this community and uplift the next generation of leaders in the country.

With nearly 70% of the learners coming from underprivileged households, where

EDM Phala, the Principal of Matshipe Combined School, thanked Carol and the Hollywood Foundation for selecting their school for support, stating that his greatest aspiration is for the learners to flourish and soar to greater heights.

East Coast Radio

The Back to School campaign has already made a significant difference in the lives of many learners throughout the country.

Its primary objective is to ensure that learners are equipped with basic school supplies, such as stationery and school uniforms, as they get ready to tackle the upcoming academic year.

To make a positive impact, the Purple Team and East Coast Radio visited Senzokuhle Primary in Inanda, Durban, on 19 January 2023.

The school caters to many learners who rely on their teachers’ support and care. The school staff expressed the challenges that parents face, such as buying essential school supplies at the beginning of the year, after the festive season.

Darren Maule from East Coast Radio, and the Team, travelled to the school to hand over boxes of shoes and stationery supplies to help learners throughout the year.

The staff and learners were excited to welcome the Team and listened to inspirational speeches about the significance of education.

The learners also showcased their appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation and East Coast Radio by performing touching song and dance numbers as a gesture of gratitude for the Back to School campaign’s impact on their school.

Heritage of Faith and Hope Children’s Home School

As the school year progresses, the Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School initiative aims to assist children from all walks of life.

The campaign kicked off in November last year and is focussed on providing learners with basic school supplies to help them succeed in the new academic year.

Joseph Waweru Kimiti and Teresia Waweru, the Founders of Heritage of Faith and Hope Children’s Home School, an orphanage and school for vulnerable children, reached out to the Hollywood Foundation Team in January 2023. Despite experiencing job losses and starting a business,

the couple has always been dedicated to helping the country’s poorest communities. As the school supports over 100 children, resources are often stretched thin.

The Hollywood Foundation was inspired by its resilience in the face of adversity and chose to contribute to the school.

The Foundation has consistently sought to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Children are the future of any nation and providing them with tools to succeed in their education is a fundamental principle of the Team.

As a result, the Team was pleased to contribute 35 mattresses

worth KES 69 825 to Heritage of Faith and Hope Children’s Home School in Mlolongo, recognising the importance of quality sleep in supporting children’s academic success.

Collins Opanga, the Regional Manager for Hollywoodbets Kenya, expressed his admiration for Joseph and Teresia’s inspiring story and how their hard work is improving the lives of children.

He stated that the Hollywood Foundation is proud to contribute to this effort, ensuring that street and orphaned children, who are among the most marginalised members of society, feel loved and cared for.

Hollywoodbets Dolphins

The Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School campaign had a positive impact on numerous learners across the country.

On 20 January 2023, the Purple Team along with some players from the Hollywoodbets Dolphins, made a special visit to Sundumbili Primary School in Mandeni, KwaZulu-Natal.

The school was selected by the Hollywoodbets Dolphins due to the many challenges that teachers and learners have to face at the beginning of the new academic year.

The visit to Sundumbili Primary School in Mandeni by the Purple Team and the Hollywoodbets Dolphins was met with warm welcomes and smiles from the learners.

Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation, gave a motivational speech to inspire the learners and reinforce the Foundation’s commitment to serving the needs of the community.

The learners displayed their worn-out shoes and uniforms, which are essential school

requirements that many parents struggle to purchase after the festive season.

The Back to School campaign contributed new shoes and uniforms to boost the learners’ confidence and selfesteem, which can translate into better academic performance.

The learners expressed gratitude by performing song and dance items with the Team.

The Sharks

The memories of the first day of school often evoke a sense of excitement and happiness. It’s a time to make new friends and discover new things. Additionally, children eagerly look forward to receiving fresh school supplies, such as stationery, and uniforms, for this special day.

Unfortunately, most households cannot afford to purchase staple school supplies for their children after the festive season. To bridge this gap, the Hollywood Foundation launched the Back to School campaign to provide underprivileged children in South Africa’s predominantly disadvantaged areas with basic school supplies to assist them as they prepare for the academic year ahead.

19 January 2023 marked the first day of school for learners in KwaZuluNatal. To continue with the Back to School campaign initiated in the province last year, the Purple Team partnered with the Sharks to positively impact the lives of many learners this year.

The Team braved the heat and headed to Hluhluwe Primary School in the North Coast, to hand over school supplies.

The learners’ enthusiasm was palpable as the Team, accompanied by the Sharks’ Mpilo Gumede and Sharkie, arrived at the school, setting the hall ablaze with excitement.

The guest of honour and fast-paced loose forward, who hails from

Mtubatuba, took to the stage, encouraging the learners to take pride in their studies. The learners were thrilled to receive this special visit on their very first day, and they were more than happy to engage in song and dance items to show their appreciation to the Team for their support.

According to Mr Louis van der Watt, the Principal of Hluhluwe Primary School, the Hollywood Foundation and the Sharks have made a significant impact by assisting the school. He expressed his appreciation to both organisations for their generosity, mentioning that this was the first time in over 18 years that the school had received support from any group.

Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA)

The Hollywood Foundation teamed up with the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA) in the Western Cape during March, to run the Back to School initiative.

The campaign has proven to have made a vital impact on the lives of many learners across the country, by equipping them with essential school supplies for the upcoming academic year.

Four schools situated in deprived areas of the Western CapeEindhoven Primary School, Springdale Primary School, Woodlands Primary School, and Bridgeville Primary School were handpicked by the KKKA to benefit from this initiative.

These schools are based in predominantly disadvantaged areas, and face challenges when it comes to parents being able to afford an array of school essentials for their children.

S Solomons, the Financial Officer at Eindhoven Primary School, explained that the school is located in an area, where parents

struggle to pay school fees, indicating the level of poverty.

Nikita Arendse, an Educator at Springdale Primary school, explained that the school was in dire need of new

uniforms for the learners and that learners often wore mismatched jackets and shoes to school.

To make lives easier for learners at these schools, the Purple

Team, alongside members from the KKKA, generously contributed various items to make the learners’ lives easier, including stationery supplies, uniforms and shoes.

The learners were excited to meet the Team, and the Team were moved by the heart-warming performances put on by the schools.

A.D Meyer, a representative from Woodlands Primary School, expressed delight upon receiving the news that the school would be receiving assistance this year, stating, “We are appreciative of this opportunity, which will enable our children to benefit.”

S.J Allies, representing Bridgeville Primary

School, was overjoyed to receive assistance from the Hollywood Foundation and KKKA this year, describing the contribution as “most generous and deeply appreciated.”

Keshav Maharaj

On Thursday, 16 February 2023, there was an atmosphere of joy as Keshav Maharaj, a spin bowler for the Proteas and Brand Ambassador for the Hollywood Foundation, teamed up with the Purple Team for a unique handover event. Keshav was thrilled to be part of the Back to School campaign with the Hollywood Foundation.

The beginning of a new school year is an exciting time for learners, however, it can also be stressful for parents who must purchase a lengthy list of school items for their children. For this reason, the Hollywood

Foundation initiated the Back to School campaign in November last year, committing R4 million in essential school supplies. The campaign has already made a significant impact on many learners and parents throughout the nation by providing much-needed contributions such as uniforms, shoes and stationery supplies.

Keshav nominated two schools in Durban to benefit from the much-needed support of the Back to School campaign: Highstone Primary School in Phoenix and Kusa Kusa Primary School in Malagazi.

Both of these schools have hardworking learners, who come from households where purchasing school items is often challenging.

The news that the renowned cricketer would be visiting Highstone Primary School sparked excitement for learners, especially the young boys and girls who look up to him as a role model.

With a loud cheer, the learners welcomed Keshav and the Purple Team to their school, eagerly waiting to hear a few words of encouragement from him. During the visit, Keshav motivated the

learners to excel in their studies this year.

As a token of appreciation for the warm visit, the learners of Kusa Kusa Primary School treated the Hollywood Foundation to a special performance. Through the Back to School campaign, Keshav and the Team

were proud to contribute shoes, uniforms and stationery supplies to learners at both of these schools. Speaking about Highstone Primary School, Keshav said, “I went to this school before, my dad is an Educator at this school, so I sort of understand the struggles that these kids

are faced with. Also, from the school’s position, I can see some of the upgrades that need to be done, that is why I identified Highstone Primary School as a school that I would like to be part of going forward.”

LaLiga

The Back to School campaign by the Hollywood Foundation is making a significant difference in the lives of learners by providing them with essential school supplies like shoes, uniforms, and stationery for the new academic year.

Recently, the Foundation collaborated with its partner, LaLiga, to assist a school that prioritises the education and wellbeing of children with physical disabilities. This act of assistance

was a great honour for both organisations. Hope School was established in 1916 in Westcliff, Johannesburg, to foster and cultivate the growth of its students.

The school offers a range of programmes and services to assist these learners, such as therapeutic lessons, sporting activities and counselling.

The school works to address the needs of these remarkable children by helping them

grow in confidence, gain a measure of independence and reach their full potential. Through various programmes, the staff at the school try their best to give these learners the best possible chance of succeeding in the future. Hope School prides itself on their eight values, also known as the “8 C’s”, namely, Collaborate, Commit, Compassion, Competence, Confidence, Continuous, Contributing Citizens and Creativity.

Despite yearly challenges, such as a shortage of warm uniforms during the winter season, the school remains resilient.

Thus, the announcement that LaLiga and the Hollywood Foundation would aid the school through the Back to

School campaign, was received with great excitement.

During the handover, representatives from LaLiga and the Purple Team presented the learners with new school jackets, and the learners performed a delightful song and dance item. Expressing gratitude on behalf of Hope School,

Mduduzi Mnyandu appreciated LaLiga and the Hollywood Foundation for selecting their school for assistance. Mnyandu conveyed his relief that the children will be able to stay warm and comfortable during the winter season.

Lighthouse Foundation

The primary focus of the Hollywood Foundation is to bring joy to those who are in need.

This year, the Purple Team, in collaboration with the Lighthouse and Injabulo Foundations, embarked on a Back to School campaign and visited two schools in the north of Durban.

The Teams visited Ntuzuma Primary School to lend a helping hand to learners with necessary school supplies. The learners and

educators expressed great enthusiasm upon meeting Injabulo Foundation Founder Ayanda Borotho. She motivated and encouraged the learners to strive for their aspirations and never give up on their ambitions in life. As a former learner of the school, she emphasised the importance of respecting others and remembering one’s roots.

“Wherever you go in life, never forget your parent’s teachings. In life, the people who become successful are

the ones who work hard, so work hard and when you fall get up, dust yourself off and continue where you left off,” said Borotho.

The objective of the campaign was to assist parents who are facing financial difficulties by providing them with school essentials for their children, like shoes, uniforms and other necessities.

The Governing Body representative at Ntuzuma Primary School, Mrs N.C. Khumalo, conveyed her sincere appreciation and

gratitude to Hollywood, Injabulo and Lighthouse Foundations for their generous contribution which benefitted the learners at the school.

Mrs R.E Ntuli, the school’s Principal, emphasised that Borotho is an excellent example for others to follow as she has not forgotten her roots. She expressed her gratitude for the affection that Borotho has demonstrated towards the school and extended appreciation to all those who provided assistance.

Additionally, she highlighted some of the challenges that the school is grappling with such as damage to infrastructure and fencing. The Teams were entertained by the learners with music and dance.

Following their visit to Ntuzuma Primary School, the Teams

proceeded to Dr B.W Vilakazi Primary School in KwaMashu, where they were welcomed with enthusiastic cheers. At the school, they distributed school uniforms, such as shirts, socks and shoes, to the learners.

The Principal, Mrs N.R Ngcobo, expressed her gratitude for the kindness shown to the school. She emphasised the significance of respecting others and encouraged the learners to remain humble.

- Nelson Mandela

“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”

The Back to School campaign by the Hollywood Foundation is persistently bringing joy and relief to people across the country. Since November of last year, Teams from various provinces have been providing school supplies to learners, thereby alleviating the burden on struggling parents and bringing smiles to many faces.

On 24 January 2023, the Purple Team accompanied by Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador and cricket icon, Mike Procter, visited

Mahlangu Primary School in Mount Edgecombe, Durban, to contribute school uniforms for the learners for the 2023 academic year.

Mike selected this school which holds a special place in his heart, to receive school supplies as part of the Foundation’s R4 million pledge for the campaign.

The Back to School campaign strives to provide crucial school supplies to empower numerous learners at the beginning of each academic year.

During the handover event at Solomon Mahlangu Primary School, the Purple Team was treated to a lively performance by the learners and also learned about the school’s progress and notable achievements over the years.

Mike provided words of encouragement and urged the learners to give their best effort in their academic pursuits. The Hollywood Foundation is committed to ensuring that every child begins the school year with new uniforms and essential school supplies.

Mike Procter

Solomon

This is why the Foundation is taking action to offer support and alleviate the burden on parents who are facing financial difficulties.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution was met with sincere appreciation from Solomon Mahlangu Primary School’s Principal, Sibonginkosi Mngadi.

He expressed his heartfelt gratitude, noting the school’s lack of resources and the financial struggles faced by many of the learners, who are from underprivileged backgrounds and may not be able to afford school uniforms.

Mngadi added that the school’s ultimate goal is for all its learners to excel and overcome

their challenges.

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Our wish is for all our learners to do their best at all times and reach success to overcome their circumstances. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation.”

Queen LaMbokazi Foundation

The Purple Team travelled to Mawewe Royal House in Mgobodzi, Mpumalanga, where they handed over school uniforms and shoes to the Queen LaMbokazi Foundation.

The campaign involves the distribution of school supplies, such as shoes, uniforms and stationery to learners in disadvantaged schools throughout the country.

During their visit to Mpumalanga, the Team received a warm welcome from Queen LaMbokazi and Princess Sihle and enjoyed the festive atmosphere as they witnessed the community’s high spirits as they participated in traditional song and dance.

Through the partnership with Queen LaMbokazi Foundation, the Hollywood Foundation worked to ensure that

learners in the rural areas of Mpumalanga are provided with the necessary supplies for the 2023 school year.

This campaign demonstrates both Foundations’ commitment to caring for the needs of the communities they serve.

Hollywoodbets Group Transformation Manager, Babongile Mkhize, was present at the event and was honoured to

be dressed in traditional Swazi attire. She also engaged with the community about the Foundation and its various empowering campaigns.

Mkhize stated that she hopes the contribution of school uniforms and

shoes will alleviate the burden faced by struggling parents.

Expressing the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to community service, Babongile remarked, “We strive to provide assistance wherever possible.

As part of our corporate social investment initiative, we will be contributing R300 000 to the LaMbokazi Foundation to benefit any community in need that is selected by the Queen. We look forward to a fruitful partnership.”

Robert Marawa

As one of the pillars of the Hollywood Foundation, Education and Training is of great importance, and the Team strives to make a positive impact on the lives of learners by providing them with the necessary resources to succeed in their academic journey.

On Tuesday, 14 March 2023, the Purple Team accompanied by Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador, Robert Marawa, visited Tshepo Ya Rona Secondary School in Golden Highway, Lenasia in Gauteng, as part of the Back to School campaign.

This initiative has benefitted over 200 schools by providing them with school supplies for the 2023 academic year. Robert selected Tshepo Ya Rona Secondary School to benefit from the campaign this year and was excited to attend the official handover.

The Team and Robert were humbled by a warm welcome from the learners and teachers at the school, who were thrilled to have

the Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador and sportscaster in their presence.

Tshepo Ya Rona

Secondary School was established with the aim of producing learners who are capable of problem-solving, decision-making, and critical and creative thinking. The school values the principle of individual and team effectiveness and encourages learners to manage themselves and their activities responsibly and efficiently.

During the handover, Robert was thrilled to chat to the teachers and

commended them for working hard in ensuring that the learners excel in their studies. The school received a contribution of school uniform and shoes from the Hollywood Foundation.

This contribution is part of the R4 million pledge made by the Foundation in November last year to ensure that learners start their academic year with confidence.

This campaign aims to ease the burden on struggling parents by providing necessities for their children to attend school with confidence and boost their selfesteem when among their peers.

Romy Titus

The Purple Team partnered with Romy Titus, a popular sportscaster and radio personality, to support a school in Cape Town, by providing the necessary supplies for learners to excel in the upcoming academic year.

Located in Homeria Road, Belhar, Erica Primary School opened its doors to educate eager learners in 1976 with the aim of providing quality education to enthusiastic learners.

The school is comprised of a team of hardworking and dedicated educators, who work hard to ensure that learners are given the necessary support to go far in life. News that the school will be

receiving support from the Hollywood Foundation left the educators and parents overwhelmed and grateful.

In addition to academic lessons, the school prioritises the needs of the learners by offering programmes such as food parcel distribution, clothing and counselling services. The school has set various goals for the future, including helping learners to achieve excellent academic results that will enable them to secure scholarships to attend renowned high schools.

The school has also highlighted the challenges faced by parents in providing school supplies for their children, particularly

due to the COVID-19 pandemic’s economic impact, causing many parents to lose their jobs.

On 10 March 2023, the Team visited Erica Primary School as part of the Back to School campaign, continuing the school’s mission to empower learners. The Team contributed stationery supplies and uniforms to support the children, acknowledging the school’s dedication to providing a conducive learning environment for its learners.

H Rolls, a representative from Erica Primary School, thanked Romy and the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the school, and said, “As a school, we are deeply appreciative of this initiative.”

SANTACO, Ntenga Foundation and Hollywood Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation’s Back to School campaign in collaboration with Ntenga Foundation, and the South African Taxi Association (SANTACO), made a significant impact on the lives of young learners in Mayville, Durban. This year, the campaign focussed on renovating toilets, refurbishing two classrooms, a science lab and an economics class as well as a contribution of 100 desks to Mayville Primary and Secondary Schools.

The renovation of toilets is essential as it provides a hygienic environment for learners, which can positively impact their learning experience. Additionally, the contribution of desks and the refurbishment of the science lab and economics class will provide learners with better resources and facilities for their studies.

The initiative was unveiled at an official event held on 25 April 2023, attended by learners, teachers, representatives from

both the Hollywood and Ntenga Foundations, and members of the taxi fraternity. The partnership between these three organisations is a testament to the power of collaboration and a shared vision of making a difference in the lives of others.

Speaking about the initiative, Chairperson of SANTACO in Durban Central, Yusuf Khaliva, said that the partnership with Hollywood Foundation and Ntenga Foundation has focussed on corporate social

investment programmes in which they primarily reach out to underprivileged families and school children.

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As partners, we’ve always had a shared interest in educational advancement and we have collaborated on a number of successful programmes, including school uniform handover and sports, to name a few. We have joined forces once more in an effort to bring hope to these young learners (future leaders), this time through the contribution of school desks to the Mayville Primary School and Mayville Secondary School, under the Cato Crest

Association in the Durban Central Region. In addition to this, we will volunteer our time to paint the school premises which are in disrepair,” said Khaliva.

Siyanda Ntenga, Chairman of Ntenga Foundation, said he was excited about this year’s Back to School campaign as it is one of a kind.

“For years, since we started partnering with Hollywood Foundation on this campaign, we have been focussing more on school uniforms and this is the first time

we are prioritising water, hygiene, sanitation and school furniture of which we felt they are very important. Lack of proper classroom furniture, safe water and proper sanitation in schools affects children’s learning. By providing these necessities, schools become equipped to focus on the provision of education and children are able to focus on learning without any distractions,” Ntenga said.

Speaking at the event, Morgan Shandu, National Head of Operations at Hollywoodbets, thanked

SANTACO and Ntenga Foundation for their willingness to assist the school. He said, “As the Hollywood Group, we believe that our customers come from these communities, so it is important for us as a company to give back to these communities.”

He further encouraged teachers to approach companies for financial assistance, and said, “Ask yourself what you can do to make sure that the children have a brighter future.”

Sho Madjozi

As part of the Back to School campaign, the Hollywood Foundation Team journeyed to Limpopo for two heartening handovers. Collaborating with the Purple Team, music sensation Sho Madjozi supported the Foundation by giving back to two schools that hold a special place in her heart. The day was filled with excitement as dreams were fulfilled, and learners were motivated to be the best version of themselves in the new year.

The previous year saw the Hollywood Foundation initiate

the Back to School campaign, pledging R4 million towards essential school supplies to assist learners from predominantly disadvantaged communities in South Africa.

The Team is mindful of the challenges that many parents face, particularly at the beginning of a new academic year. Learners are typically expected to have various items, which can be expensive to obtain. This campaign aims to alleviate the financial burden on parents and encourage their children to excel in their studies by providing them with new shoes,

uniforms, and stationery. Sho was thrilled to join forces with the Purple Team on 1 March 2023, as the Team headed to two schools in Makhado, Limpopo, namely, Shirley Primary School and Djunane Primary School. Utilising the Back to School campaign, Sho along with the Hollywood Foundation, took pride in contributing new shoes for the learners to wear this academic year.

Excitement filled the air at the two schools, as the young boys and girls eagerly waited to catch a glimpse of Sho and join in on her popular songs and dances. To emphasise the importance of

reading in schools, Sho was enthusiastic about reading from her book, “ShoMa and the Stars”, and also contributed copies of the book to both school libraries.

“These two schools that I chose for the Hollywood Foundation to come and bless, have a very special

place in my heart. I love seeing the little kids, I love seeing how excited they are, and I think it is really good to show them that it is exciting to read, and it is exciting to learn,” said Sho Madjozi.

Speaking about her collaboration with the Hollywood Foundation, she added, “One of the

main reasons that I wanted to work with the company, to begin with, was because of the wonderful work that the Foundation does. The Hollywood Foundation’s primary focus on education is in line with my book’s objective of promoting education, making it a perfect partnership.”

St Kizito Youth Foundation

On Friday, 10 February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation Team paid a special visit to St Kizito Church in KwaNdengezi for a handover, and they successfully brought much-needed cheer for the day.

Learners from six Primary Schools and four High Schools attended the event, and they were excited to hear the news that they would be receiving support from the Purple Team this year.

The schools that were present included Emangangeni Primary School, Nkosenye Intermediate School, Botate Primary School, Umthala Primary School, Insizwakazi Primary School, Thembalihle Primary School, Ndengetho High School, Ntee High School, Ndengezi High School, and Kwasanti Secondary School.

Many of these learners, both boys and girls, live predominantly in disadvantaged areas and their parents struggle to provide them with school necessities, such as shoes.

As part of the handover celebration, the St Kizito Choir performed a lovely song, and representatives from both Foundations gave inspiring speeches aimed at encouraging the learners to excel in their academic pursuits. The KZN MEC for Social Development Mrs.Nonhlanhla Khoza was pleased to attend this heart-warming event and delivered a keynote message.

Through the Back to School campaign, and in partnership with St Kizito Youth Foundation, the Hollywood Foundation

contributed 460 pairs of shoes for the learners to wear this year.

“I am overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity of the Hollywood Foundation and the Church for taking such a profound step in investing in the education of underprivileged children. As you will know, education is a top priority for the KwaZuluNatal government, and it is heartening to witness the private sector joining forces with us in this shared mission. The uniforms being handed over today signify hope, opportunities and a brighter future for our young learners,” said KZN MEC for Social Development, Mrs Nonhlanhla Khoza.

Stacey-lee May

In partnership with Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador, Staceylee May, the Hollywood Foundation recently embarked on the Back to School campaign at Meredale Primary School in Meredale, south of Johannesburg.

The school was ecstatic to learn that they are this year’s beneficiaries of the R4 million pledge campaign that has seen schools throughout the country benefit.

The presence of a prominent spinner from South Africa, who personally chose the school to receive aid, further delighted the school. Like many other schools, Meredale Primary School primarily caters to underprivileged families residing in the surrounding neighbourhoods.

With Education and Training as one of the pillars of the Hollywood Foundation, the Team has been making a significant impact on people’s lives across the nation, with more than 200 handovers to date to provide learners with ample resources to excel

in their academic journey. This generous contribution is intended to enable the learners to wear appropriate school attire, fostering a sense of belonging among their peers and enhancing their self-confidence. During the handover, Stacey-lee and the Hollywood Foundation Team were warmly welcomed by the teachers and curious learners who were taken aback by the colourful table decorated with various school supplies such as books, scissors, rulers, uniforms and other items.

The learners eagerly questioned Stacey-lee about her favourite part of spinning cars, bursting with joy and excitement.

Meredale Primary School was established in 1970 to foster the growth and development of

children, including those who come from underprivileged backgrounds. The school offers an informal feeding programme to help learners focus during classes and strives to ensure equal opportunities for all learners.

The Hollywood Foundation alongside Stacey-lee May presented the school with uniforms and stationery. Michelle Roberts, a representative of Meredale Primary School, “said that they are happy to have received this contribution as it provided muchneeded relief for parents of learners from underprivileged areas.”

Teko Modise

The Hollywood Foundation, in partnership with Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador and former Bafana Bafana captain Teko “The General” Modise, embarked on the Back to School campaign in Soweto on 14 April 2023.

Teko specifically selected Mangwele Primary School to receive school supplies, which is part of the Hollywood Foundation’s R4 million commitment to the campaign. The Back to School campaign’s primary objective was to

alleviate the burden on parents and empower learners at the start of the new schooling year.

Teko, renowned for his philanthropic work and commitment to giving back to the community, was excited to be part of this initiative. Alongside the Purple Team, Teko received a warm welcome from the school and he had an opportunity to speak to the Principal who is his former Coach.

During the event, school shoes and stationery were distributed to the learners, creating an

atmosphere of positivity, laughter, and joy. Some learners excitedly shouted Teko’s name and waved at him, highlighting his popularity in the community.

The school, established in 1964, offers activities such as sports, arts and culture to empower learners to prosper and make a positive impact on the country’s economy.

The Hollywood Foundation firmly believes that every child, regardless of their socioeconomic background,

deserves access to quality education. This initiative aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens that parents face at the beginning of the new school year.

Teko, who was born and raised in Soweto, takes pride in making a difference in the community where he was raised.

He strongly believes that education is the key to unlocking opportunities for the youth and is optimistic that the school supplies contributed will make a positive impact on both the learners and their families.

The Back to School campaign is not only aimed at providing relief to parents but also

empowering learners, ultimately laying the foundation for a better future for South Africa.

Allen Magau, a representative at Mangwele Primary School, expressed gratitude for the contribution, highlighting that it would significantly improve the lives of their learners.

Vernon Philander

On Wednesday, 22 March

2023, Vernon Philander paid a visit to Webner Street Primary School in Ravensmead, Western Cape, as part of the Back to School initiative by the Hollywood Foundation. Philander, renowned for his precision in bowling, is an alumnus of the school.

In 1966, the school was established due to a shortage of space in nearby schools.

Over the years, Webner Street Primary School has

become a beacon of hope, where learners are assured of quality education by dedicated teachers.

At the school, the staff work hard to instil the values of loyalty towards the school and one another, respect for one another, perseverance no matter what the circumstances, integrity and trust.

Once a week, the school offers enrichment classes to the Grade 3 and Grade 6 learners in numeracy

and literacy to enhance their skills. Additionally, the school encourages learners to cultivate their sporting and cultural skills.

During the Back to School handover, the Purple Team from the Western Cape was elated to work with Vernon, who recounted his cricket journey that began at the school when he participated in Mini Cricket for the Under-11s.

His former Coach, who is now the Principal of the school, expressed immense joy upon learning that Vernon had chosen the school to receive stationery through this year’s campaign.

The learners were excited to have one of SA’s cricket legends in their midst and made the most of the occasion by taking photographs with him and requesting autographs.

Representing the school, Mr AV Aspeling, conveyed his appreciation to Vernon and the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, which he believes will make a significant impact on the institution.

ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Adopt A School with Gagasi FM

Radio Gagasi FM and the Hollywood Foundation were excited to announce their partnership in the refurbishment of toilets for Nhlanhleni Primary School in Howick, KwaZulu-Natal.

The project formed part of the ongoing CSI initiatives of both organisations, aimed at enhancing the lives of communities in South Africa.

For the 2023 academic year, Gagasi FM adopted Nhlanhleni Primary School, a rural school that had been struggling

with inadequate sanitation facilities for its learners which had led to poor hygiene conditions and put the health of the children and teachers at risk.

Bongeka Mkhize, the Head of Grade 7 at Nhlanhleni Primary School, had written to Gagasi FM asking for assistance with the school toilets.

Gagasi FM and the Hollywood Foundation were humbled to lend a helping hand with the full-on refurbishment of the ablution facilities to ensure that the facilities meet the proper hygiene standards.

Speaking about the partnership, Gagasi FM’s Head of Commercial Hub, Pinky Myeni, said, “We are delighted to partner with the Hollywood Foundation in this important CSI initiative. As a responsible corporate citizen, we believe in giving back to the communities that support us. We are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of KZN future leaders, and we are confident that this project will make a significant difference in their lives.”

The Hollywood Foundation’s Public Relations Officer, Vuyisile Ngobese, added, “We believe in providing a conducive space for learning, and this partnership with Gagasi FM will enable us to achieve that vision. This initiative will not only see to the refurbishment of the facilities, but we trust that it will aid in the restoration of the dignity of teachers and students.”

Brotherhood of Elite SA

The Hollywood Foundation was proud to embark on a special project, in an attempt to bring about change in the community of Khayelitsha.

Many individuals engage in sporting activities for an array of reasons, such as keeping active or relaxing.

Brotherhood of Elite SA is a non-profit organisation that promotes boxing to the community, and they were so happy to receive assistance from the Hollywood Foundation which will have a profound impact on many families in this day and age.

In 2010, the Brotherhood of Elite SA was founded to tackle social ills prevalent in the community, such as Gender-Based Violence, by utilising the sport of boxing. The organisation has set various objectives for the future, one of which is to train young individuals and women in progressive discipline, enabling them to protect themselves from a young age.

The organisation’s team revealed that they held their classes at other gyms due to a lack of space. The Purple Team in the Western Cape saw a need to lend a helping hand and chose

to contribute a branded container and boxing equipment to the organisation.

Nika Kumalo, the Project Director for Brotherhood of Elite SA, said that this contribution will have a meaningful impact on many people, and it will also allow the organisation to conduct many projects.

Coshulwazi Crèche

The Hollywood Foundation Team from KwaZulu-Natal embarked on a road trip on 15 November 2022, to provide valuable aid to a crèche in Elandskop that was in dire need of assistance. The Team has prioritised Early Childhood Development through multiple CSI projects, ensuring that children are equipped with the necessary tools to excel in their educational pursuits.

Coshulwazi Crèche is a small yet impactful organisation that provides a haven for numerous children within the community.

The dedicated staff at the crèche work tirelessly every day, to create a conducive learning environment

for 60 children. Previously, the classroom activities were confined to a single building.

However, through a special CSI project, the Team was delighted to contribute building materials and ECD toys to the crèche.

The children’s talents and abilities were showcased, as they greeted the Purple Team with various

song and dance items, including much-loved nursery rhymes such as Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.

Noel McClean, a representative from Coshulwazi Crèche, was extremely grateful to receive assistance from the Hollywood Foundation and said that this contribution will help to give the children a better start to their education.

Daveyton Association for the Physically Disabled

In June, the Hollywood Foundation Team in Gauteng undertook a special project where they visited the Daveyton Association for the Physically Disabled on 14 June 2022. The purpose of their visit was to hand over a greenhouse to the organisation which provides psychosocial services and art therapy to individuals with physical disabilities. The Daveyton Association for the Physically Disabled was established in 2002 and was nominated by the East Rand Area Manager for support from the Purple Team.

The Team eagerly provided a greenhouse, which will aid in safeguarding the vegetation from natural disasters, making life more convenient for those served by the association.

Reginah Siwela, an Administrator at Daveyton Association for the Physically Disabled, expressed her aspiration to teach people

independence, and entrepreneurship skills and create employment opportunities. She further mentioned that the greenhouse would have a positive impact on the broader community as well. Siwela was thrilled to receive the support and assistance, and remarked, “We are thankful for the contribution.”

Greenhills Learning Academy

Greenhills Learning Academy, a newly established school in Greenhills, received a life-changing contribution from the Hollywood Foundation Team.

The Team takes pride in supporting this initiative as the school aims to address the issue of inadequate and impersonalised education in the area.

With a mission to provide quality, personalised and private education to all children, irrespective

of their financial backgrounds, Greenhills Learning Academy is poised to make a significant impact on the community.

Rasigan Naidoo, a former CSI Manager at the Hollywood Foundation, nominated this school to receive five TVs on 31 March 2022. The school was chosen for its excellent work and dedication demonstrated by its teachers daily.

Prior to receiving the contribution, the school lacked a media centre, which restricted the

learners’ ability to grow and develop their skills and abilities.

With the new contribution of TVs, the Greenhills Learning Academy can now conduct visual lessons and provide a better learning experience for children between the ages of 3 and 15.

Jabulile Mthembu, a spokesperson for the academy, expressed gratitude for the assistance and acknowledged the positive impact it will have on both teachers and learners.

Isipho Sethu Special School

On 21 June 2022, the Gauteng Team brought joy and hope to the Isipho Sethu Special School by presenting a greenhouse to the learners and teachers. The school, located in Vosloorus, has been dedicated to empowering

and educating learners in the community for a long period, with a particular focus on agriculture lessons. As part of its commitment to community upliftment, the Hollywood Foundation contributed the greenhouse to assist the school in achieving its sustainability goals

and to provide learners with valuable gardening knowledge and skills, E Motaung, a Teacher at Isipho Sethu Special School, expressed gratitude for the contribution and stated that it would positively impact the learners’ future survival.

Luvelo Social Club

The Hollywood Foundation extended its support to the Luvelo Social Club in Mpumalanga by providing a contribution of R120 000 for the renovation of the lavatories at the facility, as well as the installation of flushable toilets to replace the existing pit latrine.

Luvelo Social Club aims to eradicate poverty and tackle the daily challenges faced by its surrounding communities by providing clean drinking water, fresh vegetable greenhouses and functional restroom facilities.

The relaunch of Luvelo Social Club took place on 11 April 2022, where the Hollywood Foundation and representatives from the organisation were present to witness the new and improved facility that will make a meaningful difference in the lives of many people who are in need of assistance.

The club’s goal of having access to water was fulfilled when the Hollywood Foundation gifted them with a borehole to assist with day-to-day activities. Additionally, the Foundation installed

a greenhouse at the organisation, to improve its sustainable operations.

Speaking about the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, Mashego Lucia, the Director of Luvelo Social Club, said, “This is the first time that we have received assistance from the Hollywood Foundation Team. This will help us to improve the infrastructure that we currently have.”

Notha Development Project

The Notha Development Project endeavours to address the challenge faced by numerous young individuals who encounter difficulties in pursuing higher education after completing their matriculation by providing them with support in applying to tertiary institutions.

Education holds significance in society, and the initiative taken by the Notha Development Project is geared towards bridging this educational gap.

In 2009, this Pinetownbased organisation was established in response to the numerous obstacles faced by the youth in accessing education, health services and coping with other social ills including poverty and unemployment.

Alongside mental health, leadership skills, and sexual and reproductive health education among the youth, the organisation aims to equip them with the necessary tools and guidance to excel academically and pursue their desired careers

through long-term career guidance, monitoring, and mentoring.

Recognising the financial struggles that many matriculants face when applying for entry into tertiary institutions, the organisation approached the Hollywood Foundation for assistance. The Purple Team generously contributed money towards CAO applications and transportation for the learners.

Sinothando Nzama, the Project Coordinator at Notha Development Project, said that the contribution has helped the organisation to assist 36 learners with CAO application fees, making higher education a reality for most that could not even afford to pay application fees.

“Courage is not the absence of fear- it is inspiring others to move beyond it.”

- Nelson Mandela

Phola Day Care

The Team from Mpumalanga was humbled to support Phola Day Care located in White River, Mpumalanga. This day care centre serves as a sanctuary for enthusiastic children, who consider it a safe place to spend their days.

Education and Training continues to be a major pillar for the Foundation, as it looks to empower learners and equip them for the future. Upon observing the unfavourable learning conditions that the children were subjected to, the Hollywood Foundation took action to support

the children, as well as future attendees of the day care centre. The Team contributed towards the refurbishment of Phola Day Care, which entailed the installation of a new toilet system to replace a long drop, a new kitchen to prepare healthy meals, and a new roof to ensure safe learning during

various weather conditions, thus creating an optimal learning environment.

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I am very thankful and grateful for what you have done for me. I am out of words. You have done so much for me. I hope God continues to bless the Hollywood Foundation,” said Queen Lezzy Mavimbele, the Chairperson of Phola Day Care.

Ratasetjhaba Primary Farm School

The Hollywood Foundation felt privileged to lend a helping hand to Ratasetjhaba Primary Farm School in Gauteng by making a contribution worth over R90 000 towards the refurbishment of their library.

Ratasetjhaba Primary Farm School was established in 1945 with the objective of educating individuals who worked on the farms. The school presently caters to over 400 learners and prides itself on its inclusivity, welcoming learners from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

The school has a reputation for producing exceptional academic results, and the Hollywood Foundation recognises the significance of Education and Training as one of its primary pillars. As part of its ongoing commitment to making a difference in various educational institutions throughout South Africa, the Foundation chose to renovate the school’s library after conducting a site visit.

library at Ratasetjhaba Primary Farm School was unveiled on Friday, 16 September 2022, at Meyerton Park, Meyerton, in the presence of school members and representatives from the Hollywood Foundation. The library is expected to have a positive impact on the community by promoting a culture of reading and encouraging learners to explore new topics and ideas.

“We are eternally grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for their assistance. This is the first time in many years that our school has been renovated to such an extent. This will foster a safer and healthier environment for our learners and we look forward to providing highquality education under such circumstances,” said Goitsemang Mokele, the Principal of Ratasetjhaba Primary Farm School.

The Team understood the importance of enabling learners to continue learning outside the traditional classroom setting. The newly-refurbished

Shelter of Hope

Homeless individuals are often marginalised in society, and their wellbeing is often overlooked. Welfare continues to be a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation, and many of its initiatives are geared towards meeting the needs of vulnerable individuals who require support.

In the Western Cape, the Team encountered a small yet dynamic nonprofit organisation, where many homeless people have found a sense of refuge and strength. As part of a special project, the Purple Team took pride in making a meaningful contribution that would aid in the

preparation of meals for people under their care.

Shelter of Hope, established in 2020, officially opened its doors to the homeless community in 2021.

Situated in Oudtshoorn, the organisation was formed to tackle the fundamental needs and well-being of homeless people in the region.

Through their efforts, the organisation has proven to have made a meaningful impact on the community at large, reuniting some homeless individuals with their families, and providing essential support and care that motivates

them to regain their independence. The organisation’s lovely food garden encourages the homeless to stay busy and enjoy a meal.

In recognition of the good efforts of the establishment to improve the lives of those in need, and uplift the community, the Hollywood Foundation proudly contributed a fridge to Shelter of Hope, on 20 February 2023.

The Team paid a friendly visit to the organisation to hand over the contribution, which will aid the hardworking staff in preparing meals for the homeless, now and in the future.

The shelter will also have an opportunity to preserve groceries, to cook healthy and warm meals for individuals who are hungry.

Koos Claassen, the Chairman, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity and said that the contribution will greatly impact and benefit the many homeless people who look to the Shelter of Hope for guidance and assistance.

Sizizingane Day Care

The Hollywood Foundation took pride in providing a beacon of hope to Sizizingane Day Care in Mpumalanga, through the contribution of R100 000 towards rebuilding the entire facility from its foundation to the roof.

Sizizingane Day Care is an organisation that places importance on providing children with adequate care and support during the day. It prioritises the needs of children with the aim of nurturing their skills and talents. However, the organisation has endured numerous challenges while operating in a dilapidated facility.

On 14 April 2022, the Hollywood Foundation was delighted to witness the reopening of Sizizingane

Day Care. During the event, representatives from the Foundation and the day care were present to see the freshly-revamped children’s facility that had been reconstructed from foundation to roof level. Additionally, the establishment received a fresh coat of

paint and child-friendly decorations to create an affordable, secure, and safe environment where children can receive an education.

JM Mabuza, the Principal of Sizizingane Day Care, said, “This contribution will allow us to accommodate more children, and we are going to take good care of them!”

The Hollywood Foundation and ForAfrika unite to celebrate Africa Day

The Hollywood Foundation was proud to join forces with ForAfrika, to make a meaningful impacton Bongi Day Care, an Early Childhood Development Centre located in Orange Farm.

The Foundation contributed R165 000 towards the renovation of the facility, aiming to improve the quality of education and care provided to the children.

ForAfrika, previously known as Joint Aid Management, is a non-profit organisation dedicated to alleviating hunger and food insecurity among vulnerable communities, and in Early Childhood Development Centres.

With programmes localised in six African countries, ForAfrika has expanded to deliver a range of interventions aimed at improving the lives of those in need, including in South Africa. On 25 May 2022,

in celebration of Africa Day and this year’s theme of “The Year of Nutrition”, the organisation partnered with the Hollywood Foundation to renovate Bongi Day Care in Orange Farm.

The joint effort resulted in the provision of educational toys, equipment, blankets, mattresses, playground equipment, water and water storage tanks, garden seedlings and the necessary training for the ECD practitioners at the facility.

In addition, the two organisations were also involved in similar initiatives in Kenya and Mozambique furthering their impact in improving the quality of life for children across the continent.

Sindile Kubayi, the Corporate Partnerships

Lead for ForAfrika (South Africa), said, “It is thanks to compassionate people and organisations like Hollywood Foundation that ForAfrika continues to save lives and transform communities. We look forward to a day of bonding with the Hollywood Foundation Team while we engage in activities that will contribute to giving children the future they deserve!”

“We are truly honoured to partner with ForAfrika and implement various initiatives to commemorate Africa Day. With the theme “A Year of Nutrition”, we hope to make a difference and have a long-lasting impact on many children in Kenya, Mozambique and South Africa. We are firm believers of Ubuntu and are proud to extend this belief and culture of helping others, as we look to extend our business footprint across the African continent,” said Sandisiwe Bhengu, Hollywoodbets Head of Operations - Africa.

The Hollywood Foundation brings hope to SARDA

Following the success of the Hollywoodbets Durban July, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to contribute R50 000 to the South African Riding for the Disabled Association (SARDA), on Thursday, 07 July 2022.

SARDA is a non-profit organisation that is supported by the Hollywoodbets Durban July.

The organisation provides specialised horse-riding classes to mentally and physically handicapped children of varying degrees.

The well-being of these children is prioritised, and classes are provided at no cost, to children up to the age of 16.

Instructors and trainee instructors are readily available to provide training sessions to the children, for five mornings a week, at the Ridge Top Stables in Shongweni.

The horse-riding sessions have proven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these children and have helped to calm them and develop their muscles. Known as equine therapy, the work that SARDA does with horses promotes physical, psychological and occupational healing in people with disabilities.

The Hollywood Foundation was thrilled to contribute an assortment of equipment to improve the quality of life of children at SARDA. The equipment included arena equipment, grooming kits, tables, chairs, rainbow reins

and ladder reins, and was handed over to the organisation at Ridgetop Equestrian Centre in Assagay.

“Libby and the SARDA team are doing incredible things here, giving these young children an experience that uplifts them, empowers them and strengthens their bond with nature. But most importantly it gives them and their loved ones hope, and we at Hollywoodbets live by the motto that “Hope is Power”. This donation will hopefully assist the SARDA team and their generous volunteers in continuing their amazing work and be the start of a prosperous relationship between us,” said Devin Heffer, Brand and Communications Manager at Hollywoodbets.

The Hollywood Foundation commemorates Africa Day with the Esther Mahlangu Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation was proud to support the Esther Mahlangu Foundation, through a contribution of over R200 000 that went towards renovating the administration block of the organisation.

Esther Mahlangu, an 86-year-old artist from the Ndebele nation, is a renowned cultural figure and an inspiration, which is drawn from her creativity and unique pieces that are rich and vibrant in colour.

Tying into one of the core pillars of the Hollywood Foundation, Arts and Culture, the Hollywood Foundation chose to make a meaningful difference to the organisation to support young talent in the future.

The reveal of the new administration block took place on 25 May 2022, where Mahlangu, the Hollywood Foundation, representatives from the organisation and the media, gathered to commemorate Africa Day by witnessing the new and improved facility.

The new administration block will be used to facilitate and coordinate day-to-day tasks, such

as learner admissions and gallery exhibitions.

“We at the Esther Mahlangu Foundation would like to thank the Hollywood Foundation for giving us a precious present in the form of the renovated admin wing. This allows us to do our work in a very professional and proper manner”, said George Mashiane, the Secretary at the Esther Mahlangu Foundation.

Hollywood Foundation joins forces with Expro and Rotary Club for the Toys for Joy handover

The festive season brings about much joy and happiness to many families around the world.

For some, this includes gifts and delicious meals with loved ones. However, for some families, this time of the year can be quite stressful and difficult due to various challenges.

Such families strive to provide their children with a memorable festive season that they will cherish for years to come. In light of this, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to join forces with Expro and Rotary Club this year, for the Toys for Joy campaign.

bring some cheer during the December holidays.

In November, Hollywoodbets was the proud sponsor of the Toys for Joy handover lunch at Greyville Racecourse, where representatives from Rotary Club and Expro were present.

The collected toys were handed over to Rotary Club, who identified children at St John’s Church in Mount Moriah, Durban, as the beneficiaries. On 8 December 2022, the three non-profit organisations hosted a Christmas party at the church, complete with entertainment such as face painting, colouring, song and dance items, and special appearances from Santa and Nkanyezi.

Bishop Sibisi welcomed the Team and thanked the Hollywood Foundation, Expro and Rotary Club for their contribution and for positively impacting the lives of community members.

If you have a look at their book, you can see how far out they reach to different communities. Without their assistance, we wouldn’t be where we are today.”

Devin Heffer, Brand and Communications Manager for Hollywoodbets, said, “This Toys for Joy campaign holds significant value for Hollywoodbets. We have been doing this for quite a number of years now. Our focus is on the kids, and the happiness this time of the year brings to them. You can see how much a day like this means to the children, with just a few days before Christmas, we are celebrating, and presenting them with gifts. These kinds of things are so important because it really is about prioritising the welfare and education of these children, because they are our future.”

This campaign aimed to gather toys for an underprivileged community in Durban, to

Angus Napier, a representative from Expro, said, “Expro would not have moved as quickly as it has without the support of the Hollywood Foundation.

The Hollywood Foundation joins forces with ForAfrika to support Manuce Primary School in Vilankulos District in Mozambique

The Hollywood Foundation collaborated with ForAfrika to make a positive impact on Manuce Primary School located in Vilankulos District in Mozambique, through a contribution of 294 023.15MT that went towards contributing fruit trees, meals and nutritional demonstrations and lectures for individuals at the school.

ForAfrika is a non-profit organisation that strives to alleviate hunger and food insecurity among vulnerable communities and also provides nutritional relief.

The organisation operates in six African countries, including Mozambique,

and offers localised programme interventions.

Representatives from the Hollywood Foundation and ForAfrika were present at Manuce Primary School on 25 May 2022, to plant the fruit trees and offer nutritional meals, demonstrations and lectures for learners and teachers at the school.

This formed part of Africa Day celebrations and tied into the theme for this year, “The Year of Nutrition”.

Sindile Kubayi, the Corporate Partnerships

Lead for ForAfrika (South Africa), said, “It is thanks to compassionate people and organisations like Hollywood Foundation that ForAfrika continues to save lives and transform communities. We look forward to a day of bonding with the Hollywood Foundation team while we engage in activities that will contribute to giving children the future they deserve!”

“The Purple Teams’ aim is to bring hope and sustainability to the community. I am really excited about our first Hollywood Foundation project which will be taking place in Mozambique, Vilankulos. This is a great way to give back to the Mozambican community and encourage them to focus on the importance of nutrition for the community,” said Richerd Casquinha, the Regional Manager for Hollywoodbets Mozambique.

The Hollywood Foundation makes a difference in Durban after the Comrades Marathon

As a way of giving back to the community, the Hollywood Foundation Team distributed baked goods, such as Chelsea buns, doughnuts, rolls, burger buns, muffins, as well as fruits and juices, to different organisations across Durban. This initiative was done to keep the spirit of the Comrades Marathon alive, which was held on Sunday, 28 August 2022, and to combat food wastage.

The Team ensured that people in various communities benefitted from the distribution of the food. The Hollywood Foundation believes in giving back, and with the Comrades Marathon being such a huge event, communities along the

route become a part of the event, as it brought people and communities

together. Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation, said that the unused food that was distributed was still fresh, and the identified organisations can use it to their benefit.

“We thank the community for also helping out at the Hollywoodbets Halfway Mark by handing out water and other refreshments to the runners,” she said.

The Hollywood Foundation partners with ForAfrika and Jesus Alive Gospel Outreach to bring hope to Riondonga Secondary School

in Kenya

The Hollywood Foundation was pleased to partner with ForAfrika and Jesus Alive Gospel Outreach, to support Riondonga Secondary School’s garden in Kenya.

The Team contributed KSH 504 000 to purchase a water tank, seeds and gardening equipment. The objective of the contribution was to improve the school’s garden, allowing them to produce more food, and ultimately providing food security for learners and the surrounding community. ForAfrika, formerly known as JAM International, provides food security and livelihood programmes that aim to enhance food security, uplift women, improve nutritional outcomes, develop skills, create stability and resilience and empower and restore dignity. The organisation has expanded to deliver a variety of localised

programme interventions in six African countries, including Kenya.

ForAfrika, Jesus Alive Gospel Outreach and Hollywood Foundation made a joint effort to improve nutrition and educational outcomes for Riondonga Secondary School. The handover ceremony occurred on Africa Day, 25 May 2022, aligning with the theme for the year, “The Year of Nutrition”. The contribution of a water tank, seeds and gardening equipment will enable the school to expand their existing activities, positively impacting the school and surrounding community. Sindile Kubayi, the Corporate Partnerships Lead from ForAfrika (South Africa), said,

“It is thanks to compassionate people and organisations like the Hollywood Foundation that ForAfrika continues to save lives and transform communities. We look forward to a day of bonding with the Hollywood Foundation team while we engage in activities that will contribute to giving children the future they deserve!”

Opanga Collins, the Regional Manager for Hollywoodbets Kenya, expressed enthusiasm for the first project of the Hollywood Foundation in Kenya, which will take place in Kissi Country in southwestern Kenya. He said, “The project is focussed on the theme for 2022, the Year of Nutrition, and the Team hopes it will promote sustainability in the community.”

The Hollywood Foundation partners with Ikabawo Productions for KZN Schools Arts Festival

In the spirit of Heritage Month, the Hollywood Foundation seized an excellent opportunity to contribute to Arts and Culture in our rich and diverse country, through a meaningful initiative.

Partnering with Ikabawo Performing Arts Academy, the Purple Team supported the KZN Schools Arts Festival, which provided young people with a platform to showcase their talents while promoting the Arts and Culture pillar of the Foundation.

Ikabawo Performing Arts Academy was established by multitalented performers, who tell stories through music and dance. The Academy launched the KZN Schools Arts Festival for a variety of reasons, including promoting cultural interests, encouraging young people to celebrate their diversity, promoting

traditional and cultural values and standards and bringing youth together in a safe space to celebrate their culture and heritage.

The Festival, which focusses on restoring and rebuilding the spirit of Ubuntu through performing arts, was a perfect fit for the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to Arts and Culture. Twentythree schools from 10 Districts around KZN participated in the finals held on 21 - 22 September 2022.

The final showcase took place on 23 September 2022 at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse where learners performed one last time, in the hope of obtaining a bursary worth R15 000. The learners competed in various categories,

namely Creative Poetry, Praise Poetry, Spiritual Gospel with Instrument, Nazareth Gospel, Isicathamiya and Maskandi, dressed in their beautiful cultural garments and showcasing their talents in song and dance throughout the day.

Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation, said, “We are excited to be celebrating the richness and diversity of South African heritage, through our partnership with the KZN Schools Arts Festival. This project is close to our hearts, as Arts and Culture is one of the pillars of the Hollywood Foundation. We hope that our bursary contribution will afford the learners an opportunity to one day showcase their talents on a bigger stage.”

The Hollywood Foundation partners with the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation to raise awareness of gambling addiction

The Hollywood Foundation collaborated with the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) to commemorate National Responsible Gambling Awareness Month.

As part of their efforts, the Foundation sponsored a counsellor who was on standby 24/7 for one year to assist individuals who struggle with a gambling addiction and require support.

SARGF’s National Responsible Gambling Programme (NRGP) actively seeks to curb gambling addiction through an array of services, including counselling and strategy advice for change, such as setting goals, avoiding high-risk situations and finding an alternative to gambling. As a non-profit organisation that prioritises the needs of the community, the Hollywood Foundation aimed to enhance the NRGP by ensuring that the counsellor will be

readily available to provide guidance and bring about positive changes in numerous South African households. The counsellor was on the line to promote responsible gambling within various communities by offering professional, confidential and free services.

These services comprised an initial referral assessment, a referral to the nearest treatment professional, a cognitive assessment by the treatment professional, and an analysis and application of the types of treatment required for the callers seeking assistance.

Representatives from both organisations, as well as the counsellor, convened at SARGF’s offices in Parktown, Johannesburg, on 16 November 2022, to cement their relationship and work towards safer gambling activities in the country.

“SARGF is delighted and thankful to see the Hollywood Foundation being proactive in working with the NRGP beyond license conditions. The contribution made by the Hollywood Foundation is a first of its kind and will go a long way in the NRGP’s quest to educate, prevent, treat, and provide counselling to South Africans impacted by the potentially harmful effects of discorded gambling,” said Sibongile SimelaneQuntana, SARGF Executive Director.

“Empowerment of communities through education is at the heart of our organisation. The Responsible Gambling initiative and our partnership with the SARGF will assist in raising awareness on gambling and empower communities to partake in activities, responsibly. The counsellor’s immediate response to callers and provision of relevant measures is the foundation’s contribution to promoting responsible gambling,” said Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

The Hollywood Foundation sponsors

Umtelebhelo

Heritage Cup

Excitement, fashion and horse racing were the order of the day at Hollywoodbets Scottsville Racecourse in Pietermaritzburg on Saturday, 17 September 2022, for the Umtelebhelo Heritage Cup. The event showcased the theme of “African Lux” and was filled with traditional entertainment from the local community, including traditional dancing and songs that captured the rich heritage of Mzansi.

The Umtelebhelo Heritage Cup is a rural horse racing event that was founded in 2017 by community members from Willowfountain Village through the Willow Fountain Foundation. The inspiration and motivation to start such an event were encouraged by their

love of horse racing as a sport and to keep the sport alive within the community. The name Umtelebhelo means “trotting” in isiZulu, and the sport of trotting horses is celebrated and recognised worldwide.

The Willow Fountain Foundation consists of around 55 members who are local horse owners and over the years, they have not only allowed their community to benefit from the sport, but they have also extended invites to all horse owners in rural areas or villages in different provinces, such as KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Free State and Lesotho.

The event’s hosting ensures that the sport leaves a footprint in Africa, gains international exposure and creates employment opportunities for locals, including horse owners, groomsmen, security officers, and

villagers involved in cultural entertainment and vendors.

To further promote the sport and create more opportunities for disadvantaged families and local community members, the Hollywood Foundation sponsored the Umtelebhelo Heritage Cup with R500 000 as part of its focus on community upliftment.

Vuyisile Ngobese, Hollywood Foundation’s Public Relations Officer, said,” Sports Development in the rural communities is an area the Hollywood Foundation is excited to be partaking in. We do hope that our contribution to this year’s Umtelebhelo Heritage Cup will enable the upcoming horse owners and jockeys the opportunity to one day take part in bigger events such as the HDJ.”

The Hollywood Foundation supports Maris Stella’s indoor hockey team

The Hollywood Foundation has made sports development a key area of focus, recognising the benefits of sports for young athletes, including the development of skills, talents and abilities.

The Purple Team across the country have been making meaningful contributions to an array of clubs across various sporting codes, such as cricket and soccer.

Through an indoor hockey sponsorship, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to support upcoming young athletes from Maris Stella, a school based in Durban. To promote inclusivity, the Foundation sponsored Maris Stella’s indoor

hockey tour to Cape Town, offering 32 young girls a chance of a lifetime to play the sport that they are most passionate about, in a different city. The tour ran from 27 September 2022 to 1 October 2022 and the girls were excited to set the court on fire, competing in matches against Fairmont, Westerford, Herschel, St Cyprian’s, Springfield and PSI. The Foundation sponsored hoodies and caps for the girls to wear during the tour and provided a new sports kit, instilling the values of teamwork and a sense of belonging during the various matches.

“Planning a sports tour for our Maris Stella girls is exciting and challenging. Finding the balance between experience and affordability is not an easy task. This year, our Maris Stella

girls were incredibly fortunate to have been sponsored a range of new sports kits by Hollywood Foundation for the tour to Cape Town. The hockey vest has recently been revamped with a new design, and the sponsorship by Hollywood Foundation made it possible for every girl on tour to have this kit, along with various other items. The new kit brought with it a renewed sense of team pride in all of the hockey girls, and this led to exceptional hockey being played.

A heartfelt thank you to Hollywood Foundation for this generous sponsorship”, said Leanne Miskey, Head of Sport at Maris Stella. Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation, explained that this contribution also allowed the Team to focus on the upliftment of girls within sport.

The Hollywood Foundation supports the Lions Den Business Plan Awards

On 22 March 2022, the Hollywood Foundation participated in the Lions Den Business Plan Awards, held at the Durban Botanical Gardens.

This event served as a platform for the Foundation to support small, medium, and micro-enterprises (SMMEs) by acknowledging and rewarding emerging entrepreneurs for their innovative business ideas. The Lions Den programme, a partnership between the city of eThekwini and Leeds, was launched in 2006, by the eThekwini Municipality’s Business Support, Tourism and Markets Unit. An impressive amount of R1 000 000 has been allocated towards business development support functions, enabling SMMEs to benefit from the programme through the competition. Some of the objectives of the competition are to stimulate good business growth, encourage sustainable

entrepreneurship, provide financial assistance and offer exposure and a networking platform. The competition was divided into three categories, each with its prize money allocation. The “Emerging category businesses with viable business ideas”, was allocated R10 000, the “Established category in need of venture expansion”, was allocated R20 000, and the “Entrepreneurship excellence” category was allocated R30 000. Some of the winners included SMMEs that are making a meaningful difference with their services, such as Sika Creative Agency, BPSC Carpenters, SG Bakery, Mthuqasi Ka Baba, Brew Brothers Café, and Essentially Essential. Babongile Mkhize, the Group Transformation

Manager at Hollywoodbets, commended the Lions Den Business Plan Awards for acknowledging and supporting entrepreneurs in the city. She stressed the significance of such events in providing exposure for SMMEs and facilitating their access to funding, leading to job creation and sustainable business growth.

Babongile also expressed the Hollywood Foundation’s interest in conducting a similar initiative, bringing together all the SMMEs they have supported through their programme. She saw this event as setting an example for their plans, aligning with their values and aspirations of developing and expanding SMMEs to boost the local economy.

The Hollywood Foundation supports the PinkDrive Organisations that are passionate about improving lives have been using their CSI projects to advocate for Breast Cancer Awareness, resulting in the early detection of breast cancer which has helped save the lives of many women over the years.

On Sunday, 16 October 2022, the Hollywood Foundation sponsored the PinkDrive’s Race Meeting at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse, to raise funds for the organisation to continue in the course

for better health for women fighting breast cancer.

The horse racing event, with races sponsored by organisations galloping to raise funds for the wonderful initiative, kept the punters and attendees on their feet as they cheered on their favourite horses. The Racecourse was painted pink, with attendees draped in pink clothing in support of Breast Cancer Awareness.

The Hollywood Foundation surprised the PinkDrive Team with

a R50 000 cheque as a contribution to the organisation, that will enable them to assist more communities.

Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation, said, “Our contribution to the PinkDrive is our way of showing support to the organisation that has been doing sterling work in the community by creating awareness for breast cancer and helping victims and cancer survivors. We are proud to work alongside the PinkDrive and we hope that this will make a meaningful impact on people who seek refuge at this organisation, now and in the future.”

The Hollywood Foundation visits SARDA

On 31 May 2022, the Hollywood Foundation team, along with representatives from Hollywoodbets, Gold Circle and Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador Anthony Delpech, were excited to pay a visit to the South African Riding for the Disabled Association (SARDA).

This non-profit organisation, situated near the Summerveld Training Establishment in Hillcrest, is supported by the Hollywoodbets Durban July.

SARDA provides specialised horse-riding classes to mentally and physically handicapped children of varied degrees. The children’s well-being is given priority, and the classes are provided at no cost, to children up to the age of 16.

The children are placed into the hands and care of able instructors and trainee instructors for five mornings a week at the Ridge Top Stables in Shongweni.

These classes have been shown to have a positive

impact on the children’s overall functioning, by promoting relaxation and developing their muscles. The Hollywood Foundation values both sports development and early childhood development and strives to actively make a meaningful contribution to the lives of children with varying physical and mental abilities across the country.

In the build-up to the Hollywoodbets Durban July, it was a privilege for the Team to visit SARDA and witness the organisation’s commendable work in providing specialised care for these children.

As a gesture of hope, the Hollywood Foundation also provided

gift packs for the children and the trainers to enjoy, in the hopes of bringing them joy and hope.

Devin Heffer, Brand and Communications Manager at Hollywoodbets, said, “We are here today at SARDA in Summerveld to see the amazing work that they do with handicapped children and the horses. It is unbelievable. We are pleased to be partnering with them for the Hollywoodbets Durban July, and we are really looking forward to what is to come.”

The KZN Cerebral Palsy Association

The KZN Cerebral Palsy Association, founded in 1969, is a Pinetown-based day care centre that provides daily activities and therapy for children and young adults.

With a mission to expand its services and provide essential services to disadvantaged individuals, the organisation aims to reach as many people as possible.

On 29 March 2022, the Hollywood Foundation Team made a special visit to the organisation, to present them with a weed eater.

The organisation has previously highlighted various challenges they face, including limited access for children and young adults to participate in activities. Beverleigh Brophy, the Caretaker CEO, said that the contribution will now

give individuals more freedom to do tasks, with fewer restrictions.

She added that the contribution will also help the organisation to keep the garden neat, as well as safe for the people in wheelchairs to move around and enjoy the outdoors.

Toddler Town Academy

Education represents a fundamental element for the Hollywood Foundation and in August, the Purple Team in Mpumalanga demonstrated their commitment by taking further steps to provide a secure learning environment for children through the building of extra classrooms, renovation of toilets and a septic tank at Toddler Town

Academy in KwaMhlanga. These activities were carried out as part of a special project in the region.

This academy was established in 2019 to address the deficiency of first-language use.

Its Founder, Zanele Steyile, expressed her aspiration to provide the finest service in the community.

She added, “I saw a great need to expand the classes for the day care as I only had one class. Thanks to the Hollywood Foundation, this was made possible. I am grateful.”

Hollywood Foundation, We are Durban Social Upliftment NPC and Gateway Theatre of Shopping unite for the Change in Action NPO Fair

The Change in Action NPO Fair was launched on the weekend of 24 - 26 March 2023 at the Gateway Theatre of Shopping and featured 20 carefully selected NPOs.

The Fair provided these organisations with a wonderful platform to showcase their work and use their marketing skills to elevate their respective causes and create a brighter future for their communities.

The Hollywood Foundation teamed up with We Are Durban Social Upliftment NPC, Gateway Theatre of Shopping and East Coast Radio for this initiative.

The main objective of the Fair was to showcase the commendable efforts of these organisations and allow the public to support them, by volunteering or making a meaningful donation. The launch of the Change in Action NPO Fair began with a Networking Breakfast, allowing various stakeholders and business owners to interact and preview the newly-branded NPO stands. Following a successful training workshop on 10 March 2023 at Olive Tree Church in Florida Road, the 20 selected NPOs, including the Bright Eyes Trust, the Seed Fund, Highway Hospice and

Peace Players, put their marketing skills to the test as they engaged with the public and confidently spoke about the services that they provide to improve livelihoods.

“What has been wonderful about this project from our side, is the fact that we have been able to bring different parts of society together: corporates, governments, NPOs, and the general public. It is only through all of these areas working together, that we will see change in action and change in our communities,” said Meghan Hourquebie, the Operations Manager for the Hollywood Foundation.

PURPLE HEARTS

#GirlsWithConfidence

In an effort to bring pride and dignity to girls during their menstrual cycle, the Hollywood Foundation collaborated with Hollywoodbets to distribute reusable sanitary pads to Grade 6 and 7 learners at Zenzeleni Primary School in Verulam.

This initiative was part of the #GirlsWithConfidence campaign which was funded through contributions from Team Members. As part of the Hollywood Foundation’s

Blanket Drive

As the temperature drops in May, we often seek solace in our cosy winter blankets.

However, it’s important to remember that many animals are left to fend for themselves during this cold period, longing for warmth and comfort. With this in mind, the Purple Team rallied

culture of giving back to the community, the Team believes that every girl deserves to feel confident during their period.

During the visit to the school, Nokubonga Mkhize, from the Marketing Department, demonstrated how to use the sanitary pads and the learners participated in a question-andanswer session about menstrual health and hygiene. The learners were empowered and encouraged not to feel ashamed about

menstruation, and instead, to embrace it with dignity.

Ms Zwane, the Deputy Principal, said, “We are grateful for this token since our learners come from underprivileged communities, the reusable pads will be useful to them and give them the confidence they need during their periods.”

together for the Blanket Drive and collected a total of 20 blankets for Phoenix Animal Care and Treatment.

Through our collective effort, we ensured that our furry friends had a chance to snuggle in their favourite blankets this year!

Blood Drive

This year, HUTS hosted four blood drives, and the Purple Team came out in their numbers to make a difference in saving lives.

A total of 185 Team Members attended the clinics, and 149 donations were successfully made.

It was a humbling moment for each person who took the initiative to contribute towards increasing the blood count in South Africa and offering someone else the hope of seeing another day.

Bra Drive

To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Purple Team came together to selflessly donate both new and second-hand bras for the Bra Drive. A total of 47 bras were handed over to the PinkDrive, to be used by women who have been affected by breast cancer. The PinkDrive, which was formed in

2009, stands by its message that “early detection will help to prolong life”, and its core values include integrity, accountability, discipline, passionate giving, teamwork and open-mindedness.

Together, the Team chose to lend a helping hand to try and make the women who wear them, feel empowered, confident and uplifted!

Easter Egg Drive

This year, the Easter Bunny paid a special visit to Wylie House in Berea, Lakehaven Home in Sea Cow Lake, and St Thomas Home in Sydenham.

The Hollywood Foundation and the BET Software Team rallied together for this heart-warming initiative and sought to spread a message of hope during

Flip Flop Friday

The Purple Team showed up in their snazziest flip-flops for Flip Flop Friday this year.

To support a good cause, Team Members

this period, by organising an Easter Egg Drive. By collaborating, the Teams ensured that these vulnerable

children felt loved and appreciated and had the opportunity to indulge in delightful Easter eggs and candy floss.

were offered the chance to buy merchandise like stickers, keyrings and pens, and thanks to the Team’s efforts, a total of R2 700 was collected and donated to the CHOC Childhood

Cancer Foundation, an organisation that works tirelessly to improve the lives of children battling cancer daily.

Hollywood Foundation spreads some festive cheer with the 2022 Bucket Drive December is typically a time of celebration and togetherness, but for some, it can be a difficult and lonely season. For this reason, various departments at Hollywoodbets came together during the month to fill buckets with essential food items, to ensure that elderly residents at Sizimisele Development Trust have a happy and festive holiday season.

Sizimisele Development Trust, a non-profit organisation based in Inanda, shares the same vision as the Hollywood Foundation, which is to uplift the community. The elderly consider the trust to be a haven, as many of its dedicated staff tend to their basic needs, daily. Hollywoodbets embarked on the Bucket Drive, where departments filled buckets with basic food items, such as maize meal, sugar, salt, and canned food.

On 20 December 2022, the Team of Purple Hearts visited the trust, to hand over a total of 107 buckets. In the spirit of giving back, the Team spent some precious time with the elderly and gave them some words of

encouragement and hope for the festive season.

The food items will help ensure that the elderly enjoy warm-cooked meals during Christmas and will provide a sense of relief to the trust that they have enough food supplies to last until the new year.

“The wonderful gesture by the Purple Hearts Team is one driven by the organisation’s value of Ubuntu. We hope that the elderly will enjoy cooked meals with their families this Christmas,” said Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

Movember

In November, the Purple Team had the opportunity to show their support for prostate cancer awareness by wearing their favourite blueprints.

Team Members were also encouraged to purchase ribbons and wristbands, and a total of R430 was collected and donated to the PinkDrive. Some Team Members went the extra mile

and showcased their creativity by designing their very own imaginary facial hair, to raise further awareness for prostate cancer.

PinkDrive

During Breast Cancer Awareness month, the Purple Team donned their most vibrant pink prints and floral attire to show their support.

To raise funds for the PinkDrive, the Team was offered various merchandise to purchase, including key rings, bracelets, badges, pens and stickers.

A total of R1 064 was donated to the PinkDrive, to support their ongoing efforts to promote awareness

and early detection of gender-related cancers in South Africa.

MANDELA DAY

Hollywood Foundation honours Nelson

Mandela Day with the #BarrowsOfPower initiative

The Hollywood Foundation proudly commemorated Nelson Mandela Day with the launch of the #BarrowsOfPower initiative. The campaign, worth R1 million, focussed on sanitation and will ensure that communities across South Africa are able to collect and store clean water.

As part of its one-year ledge, the #BarrowsOfPower initiative will distribute a total of 67 barrows to each of South Africa’s nine provinces, beginning on 18 July 2022 through to 18 July 2023. The campaign aligns with Nelson Mandela Day’s sanitation objective and incorporates the 2022 theme, “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are”. By providing water barrows, the initiative

aims to facilitate easy water transportation and maintenance of hygienic conditions for communities.

During the launch events in KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and Western Cape, water barrows were distributed to kick off the #BarrowsOfPower campaign. Bhambayi received the barrows in KwaZulu-Natal, while Freedom Park in Musina was the recipient in Limpopo.

The Zusakhe Non-Profit Organisation was the launch location for the Western Cape.

In addition to the handovers, various community-based initiatives, such as volunteering at soup kitchens and vegetable gardens, were organised in different regions of the country to commemorate Nelson Mandela Day.

Bongekile Mdunge, a member of the Bhambayi community and a grandmother, expressed her enthusiasm upon discovering that she will

be receiving a water barrow. She faced numerous challenges in accessing clean drinking water and was thrilled to receive a barrow. She remarked, “I am extremely excited about the barrow that Hollywood Foundation is providing me, it will be very helpful, and I won’t have to rely on my neighbours wheelbarrow anymore.”

Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer at the Hollywood Foundation, said, “Access to water is a fundamental need and a basic human right. The struggle to access clean drinking water is

a nationwide challenge. It is for this reason that the Hollywood Foundation is rolling out the #BarrowsOfPower programme to all communities, including those affected by the KZN floods, which crippled the infrastructure and made it hard for them to get water. We decided to do our bit this Mandela Day, to ease their burden and contribute towards making the lives of our communities easier.”

Eastern Cape

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Ward 53

Colchester

Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Ward 53 Colchester is an organisation based in the Eastern Cape, that assists underprivileged households in the top five poorest Wards in the region.

Many vulnerable individuals and households in the area regard the organisation as a haven, and to mark Mandela Day this

year, the Eastern Cape Purple Team rallied to provide additional support to these individuals.

The Hollywood Foundation was humbled to spend the day at the organisation, and it was an uplifting experience as Team Members witnessed the struggles faced by many individuals in the community, followed by the joy they exhibited after receiving bags of groceries filled with

essential supplies. A Team Member said, “ We are humbled and excited to be a part of an organisation that gives back to the community. It is also wonderful to commemorate Nelson Mandela Day here today. ”

Godfrey Jacobs, a representative of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Ward 53 Colchester, highlighted the significance of the contribution to the community given the high levels of poverty in the area.

Gauteng Elethu Daveyton

Cheshire Home

Elethu Daveyton

Cheshire Home situated in Gauteng has been a catalyst for positive change in the community since 1993.

The organisation comprises of staff members who tirelessly strive to improve the quality

of life for people living with disabilities. The organisation has opened up about the many challenges that it faces, such as a lack of resources. As such, they rely on funding from the government.

In honour of Mandela Day this year, the Gauteng Team paid a visit to the home and contributed gardening tools, including wheelbarrows,

spades and forks, as part of their 67-minute initiative. Tshepo, the Assistant Manager for Elethu Daveyton Cheshire Home, was grateful to receive assistance from the Hollywood Foundation and emphasised the significance of Mandela Day in bringing people together to celebrate freedom.

Home of Future Foundation

A warm-cooked meal is considered a precious gift for some people in our country due to high levels of unemployment and poverty. As part of their 67-minute Nelson Mandela Day commitment, the Gauteng Team visited Home of Future Foundation, an organisation that

seeks to assist many community members by providing soup kitchens and donating clothes to vulnerable people.

Established in 2021, the foundation’s devoted workers have helped to ensure that many families receive warmcooked meals, especially during harsh weather seasons. The Gauteng Team was pleased to make a meaningful

difference, by preparing meals for the elderly and homeless.

Angelina Keke, a representative of the Home of Future Foundation, said, “As we know, Nelson Mandela Day is all about giving back, and the Hollywood Foundation has made it possible for us to play a role in our communities.”

Kasi Hero Foundation

The Kasi Hero Foundation, located in Soweto, has been improving the lives of community members since 2020. Its mission is to provide support to pensioners and children, by providing them with food parcels and blankets.

In an effort to make a meaningful impact on Nelson Mandela Day this year, the Gauteng Team visited the organisation and contributed groceries to ensure that more people could receive a cooked meal. The Team also stepped

in to assist with the meal preparation. Tankiso Moremi, the Founder of Kasi Hero Foundation, said that the contribution will help to create a safe

space for the members that seek refuge at the organisation. He added, “It was an exciting day, we managed to cook enough food to ensure everyone leaves with a full tummy.”

Malatsi Foundation

Malatsi Foundation, which has been actively involved in cleaning local parks and schools in Tembisa since 2021, received a helping hand from the Hollywood Foundation on Nelson Mandela Day.

The Gauteng Team contributed gardening equipment, such as wheelbarrows, rakes and brooms, and gladly joined the organisation to clean a nearby school. Puleng Wilson, the Assistant Manager of Malatsi Foundation,

thanked the Hollywood Foundation for lending a helping hand, noting that their presence helped to encourage community members to seek their help in cleaning their households.

KwaZulu-Natal Newcastle Municipality

Situated in Newcastle, Newcastle Municipality is dedicated to serving the community by providing services to the public.

Its objective is to support local businesses,non-profit organisations and start-ups by offering them resources and equipment to aid their growth.

On Mandela Day, the KwaZulu-Natal Team collaborated with

Newcastle Municipality. Representatives from different businesses and organisations were invited to the establishment on 27 July 2022, where they were presented with agricultural resources and equipment to assist with their operations.

Zamokuhle Nyawo, the Chief Liaison Officer of Newcastle Municipality, expressed his gratitude for the contribution made by the Purple Team, which will have a significant impact on the local businesses and organisations in need.

The Hollywood Foundation representative also acknowledged the heart-warming nature of the handover, emphasising its importance for businesses struggling with resource constraints.

Limpopo

Elim Hlanganani, located in Waterval, Limpopo, is a nonprofit organisation that has been dedicated to providing excellent care and affection to the elderly since 1993.

The organisation’s compassionate team assists senior citizens with sewing and gardening skills, inspired

by their desire to keep them engaged and occupied during the day.

The source of inspiration for the creation of Elim Hlanganani was witnessing ambition amongst the elderly and equipping them with skills to keep them occupied during the day.

The Limpopo Team commemorated Nelson Mandela Day this year by visiting Elim Hlanganani and contributing muchneeded gardening equipment, including spades, hose pipes, forks, rakes, fertilisers and seeds.

This generous contribution will enable more individuals at the organisation to engage in stimulating physical activities.

Smile Tshimbiluni, the IR Manager at Elim Hlanganani, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to visit the organisation, and said, “ With these tools and hose pipes, we will be able to maintain our garden effectively. ”

Makhado FM

The Hollywood Foundation provided branding and laptops to a local community radio station in Limpopo, Makhado FM, in July

as part of the Nelson Mandela Day initiative. Established in 2019, Makhado FM is a broadcasting entity which provides information, advertising,

entertainment and education to the local community. Makonde, the Manager at the station, said that the station was struggling to raise its profile in the absence of branding, and said, “ We are grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for the assistance. ”

Maretlagadi Welfare Centre

The Hollywood Foundation Team in Limpopo brought relief to the Maretlagadi Welfare Centre as part of Nelson Mandela Day this year.

The Purple Team paid a visit to the centre, which serves as a residence for children with disabilities, to contribute groceries aimed at addressing their daily necessities.

The Mobile Team Leader in Polokwane

Mokgaetse Disability Centre

In observance of Nelson Mandela Day, the Mobile Team in Limpopo paid a visit to the Mokgaetse Disability Centre, carrying on the legacy of the renowned global leader.

The Purple Team spent the day spreading hope and providing support to the centre by contributing essential items such as wheelbarrows, rakes, digging spades, hosepipes, watering

identified the centre as a beneficiary in need of food supplies, and the Hollywood Foundation was eager to lend a hand. During their visit, the Team spent time singing and dancing with

the children, bringing a sense of joy to their day. Seroka Elvis, the Founder of the centre, said that they felt privileged to have received groceries from the Hollywood Foundation.

cans, digging forks and lasher garden tools, for their vegetable garden. The facility was established in 2015 with an aim of catering to the needs of children and elderly individuals with disabilities. Monica

Thema, the Manager at Mokgaetse Disability Centre, said that the tools would facilitate their gardening project and contribute to creating job opportunities for the local community.

Thobela Centre

In commemoration of Nelson Mandela Day, the Hollywood Foundation Team in Limpopo brought cheer to Thobela Centre by contributing garden tools and seeds for a gardening project.

Thobela Centre, which was established in 2002

to equip community members with gardening skills, was selected by the Mobile Team in Limpopo after witnessing the exceptional work that they do in the community.

The Team contributed a variety of items such as rakes, hosepipes, spray,

gloves, and fertilisers. Furthermore, the Team spent part of their day planting seeds and watering the garden. Theresa Kekana, a representative of the centre, expressed gratitude for the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution, stating that it would help to ensure the growth of their vegetation and provide food for the community.

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

- Mahatma Gandhi

Mpumalanga Khayalami Service Centre

Giving back to the community is part of the Hollywood Foundation’s culture and for Mandela Day, the Purple Team

showed their support to Khayalami Service Centre through a contribution that included groceries. This organisation, established in 2019, operates in Waterval

Boven and aims to provide meals to underprivileged families.

Khayalami Service Centre serves about 300 people per day. Members of the Mpumalanga Team joined forces with the centre’s staff to prepare lunch and clean the yard.

A representative from the organisation expressed gratitude towards the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution, stating that it will greatly benefit the struggling community.

Rise Again Community Centre

The Hollywood Foundation upholds the value of demonstrating humanity by extending help to communities in need. On Nelson Mandela Day, the Purple Team showed love and hope to the Rise Again Community Centre situated in Mpumalanga.

The organisation was established in 2017 with the aim to assist the young in overcoming drug and alcohol addiction. The organisation has formed a choir where the youth

express themselves and showcase their talents. The Purple Team chose to assist this organisation by contributing groceries for the soup kitchen, which feeds the youth during rehearsals and those who are unemployed and living on the streets.

Vusi Mabena, the Founder

of

Rise Again Community Centre, expressed his appreciation, stating that the groceries would make a significant difference in bringing the youth to the choir and rehearsals.

Siviwe Stimulation Centre

On Nelson Mandela Day, the Hollywood Foundation Team had the opportunity to spend time at the Siviwe Stimulation Centre, an organisation that provides services and food to children with disabilities.

The Mobile Team in Mpumalanga visited the organisation and got their hands dirty by starting a vegetable garden, providing necessary tools and planting seeds that will

Vukuzenzele Home for the Aged

The Vukuzenzele Home for the Aged, located in Mpumalanga, serves as a care facility for seniors who require extra medical attention and support as they age.

On Nelson Mandela Day this year, the Hollywood Foundation Team dedicated some of their time to tending to the home’s garden, planting seeds for a vegetable patch and removing weeds.

grow into vegetables for the children.

Judith Sibiya, the Founder of the organisation, expressed her gratitude and emphasised the importance of remembering the true

essence of humanity on Mandela Day. She was thrilled to have a vegetable garden, something they had always wanted but didn’t know how to start and looked forward to maintaining it.

The Mobile Team from Mpumalanga specifically selected

this establishment due to their commitment to caring for the most fragile and vulnerable members of society.

In addition to their gardening efforts, the Team also presented the organisation with essential gardening tools.

Julia Zikalala, a Coordinator for

Vukuzenzele Home for the Aged, said that they are grateful for the contribution

from the Hollywood Foundation, as it will aid in providing a consistent supply of food for the elderly in their care.

North West Dimakatso Safe House

The Hollywood Foundation Team in the North West displayed the spirit of Ubuntu this Nelson Mandela Day by contributing groceries to support a soup kitchen at Dimakatso Safe House in the same region.

The establishment of this organisation dates back to 2009 and it seeks to offer accommodation,

security and essential services to abandoned and orphaned children while also safeguarding them from Gender-Based Violence in the community. The Purple Team from Gauteng recognised their outstanding contribution to the community, thus choosing them as a recipient of the contribution.

Dimakatso Kgarimetse, the Founder of the

organisation, said that the food supplies will be beneficial in providing nourishment to the children residing at the shelter. “ It also shows the kids that they are loved and that there are people who care for them, ” she said.

Western Cape Rise and Shine

Rise and Shine is a nonprofit organisation located in George that aims to uplift the community by providing warm, cooked meals to vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals. The organisation was established in 2017 after witnessing widespread hunger in the community and recognising the need for support for the homeless. To honour

Mandela Day, the Western Cape Team volunteered at Rise and Shine, by preparing warm and hearty meals for the community.

Additionally, as part of the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to uplifting communities, the Purple Team contributed a stove, a gas stove and some essential groceries to assist with the preparation of the meals. Mirriam Bawuti, a

representative from Rise and Shine, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for demonstrating compassion and care for marginalised members of society and stated that the contribution would ensure that individuals seeking assistance at the organisation would receive a wellprepared meal.

Ubuntu4All

Ubuntu4All, a non-profit organisation located in the Western Cape, provides educational and social support services to combat gang violence in the region. Its objectives include creating employment opportunities, reducing poverty levels and lowering crime rates. Many individuals

regard the organisation as a sanctuary where they can receive the necessary support and care.

Ubuntu4All has opened up about the many challenges that it has faced, including providing meals to individuals who are within their care. To do their bit for Mandela Day, the Western Cape Team visited

the organisation and contributed essential groceries, to assist with meal preparations.

Burt Elliott, the Managing Director at Ubuntu4All, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to support the organisation, and said, “ This will provide significant food relief and help us save on our budget. ”

ENTERPRISE & SUPPLIERDEVELOPMENT

#EmpoweringHER Women in Business Awards

The Lighthouse Foundation led by philanthropist and starlet Nomzamo Mbatha partnered with the Hollywood Foundation to announce the 2022 #EmpoweringHER Women in Business Awards winners.

The R1.5 million campaign was conducted during Women’s Month, and effectively showcased the dedication and efforts invested by female entrepreneurs in South Africa.

Both organisations have a strong commitment to the upliftment and empowerment of women, and they announced the continuation of their impactful campaign at the beginning of August.

After a month-long selection process, the Top 10 finalists and the Top 3 winners were revealed during an elegant ceremony held at Summer Place in Hyde Park, Johannesburg. Hosted by Television and

Radio Presenter Pabi Moloi, the event aimed to inspire women to make their mark in the business sector.

The occasion featured motivational speeches from Nomzamo Mbatha, Group Transformation Manager at Hollywoodbets, Babongile Mkhize, and a keynote address from

Langa Mavuso provided soulful music and entertainment, while influential women such as Vuyiswa Zondi, the Founder and Managing Director of Corium Skincare, and Nicolette Mashile, the Founder of the Financial Bunny Financial and Consumer Education, participated in panel discussions

Thuli Magubane.

and offered motivational guidance to aspiring female entrepreneurs.

“This year’s #EmpoweringHER Women in Business Awards succeeded in its goal of paying homage to women, who are slowly leaving an indelible and long-lasting impact in the business world.” “We are so proud of all of the winners today, and we cannot wait to see their

businesses flourish in the future.“ “We hope that our support and assistance will edge them closer towards their career ambitions, and their trail-blazing path towards success!”, said Nomzamo Mbatha.

“This year, we managed to take the #EmpoweringHER campaign to greater heights!

“All of the powerful women that we selected as winners for the Women in Business Awards, are strong, determined, and have such potential to become game-changers in the business world.”

“Working alongside Nomzamo Mbatha’s

Lighthouse Foundation, we at the Hollywood Foundation are so proud of this event, and the success that awaits these phenomenal women,” said Babongile Mkhize.

Bambelela Business Awards

Glitz and glamour were the order of the day at the inaugural Bambelela Business Awards held at the Tsogo Sun, The Ridge in Emalahleni, on 21 February 2023. Various members of the business community, including the National Youth Development Agency, Small Enterprise Development Agency, government, public figures, and young entrepreneurs, gathered for an event organised by the Hollywood Foundation as part of its ESD programme. The Awards recognised local heroes and heroines who are making a positive impact in various communities through their businesses. The Bambelela Business Awards, through its slogan “Bambelela (Hold On)- Your dreams are valid,” aims to shine a spotlight on some of the great achievements made by entrepreneurs in the province of Mpumalanga.

The event

commenced with an SMME exhibition and seminar during the day, which provided an opportunity for local businesses to showcase their work and also pitch their business ideas in the hopes of obtaining funding. Industry experts conducted a panel discussion to upskill entrepreneurs and provide insights on how to grow their businesses, access markets, and secure funding.

The exhibition and seminar culminated into an awards ceremony where a

panel of judges selected 20 candidates to receive a portion of R750 000 in funding from the Hollywood Foundation. Judging criteria included team strength, sector or product, experience, revenue generation and community impact.

Amongst the chosen 20 candidates, 17 were awarded 30 000 each, while the prize winner walked away with R100 000, the second winner received R70 000, and the third prize winner received R50 000.

Babongile Mkhize, the Group Transformation Manager at Hollywoodbets, expressed her thoughts on the event, saying, “It was a great honour to host the first Bambelela Business Awards in Mpumalanga! It was heartwarming to witness the many SMMEs in the region, and the products and services they provide to the community.

We applaud the winners and hope that our contribution as the Hollywood Foundation will help them achieve their goals and aspirations in the future, as they continue to drive our economy forward.”

Basha Uhuru

The operational and financial independence of small enterprises is a key element in the sustainability of businesses. The Hollywood Foundation, through its ESD programme, has extended its support to creatives in Gauteng in the pursuit of empowering local businesses in the Clothing and Textiles Industry.

On 31 January 2023, the Foundation Team

convened with SMMEs at the Constitution Hill Creative Hub, to officially present the eight deserving recipients with a R100 000 contribution. This monumental occasion was graced by the presence of dignitaries from the Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct who expressed their gratitude for the investment in the various entities that operate in the quarters. The Foundation’s aim is to support these

businesses by providing financial assistance and equipment to sustain their overall operations.

To ensure the longterm viability of these

small businesses, the Foundation has established a strong framework for entry into the economy through its partnership with the Basha Uhuru Festival. This festival has served as a platform for SMMEs to access trade opportunities and network with others.

Creamo Crafts’ Owner, Remoakantse Matseke, shared that her hand-crafted jewellery business faced challenges with funding before receiving support. Specifically, they lacked sufficient funds to purchase packaging and adequate raw materials, which adversely affected their sales. Matseke expressed appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation for providing a growth opportunity,

which has allowed them to explore other revenue streams, such as supplying stores as distribution platforms for their products. In addition to expanding their business, they also plan to hire young people and transfer their skills through a skills development programme. “We are mindful of the role that small businesses play in the growth of the economy and job creation. Our contribution to Constitution Hill’s Incubation programme and the selected businesses, will ensure the progression of the entities and guarantee sustainable operations,” said Babongile Mkhize, Hollywoodbets’ Group Transformation Manager.

BBC Hydraulic

Seals and Bearings

Based in Gauteng, BBC Hydraulic Seals and Bearings is a textile and clothing company that has been offering its services to the community.

As part of the #EmpoweringHER campaign, the business was humbled to receive much-needed support last year. This aligns with a key focus for the ESD Team at the Hollywood Foundation, which is to empower and uplift SMMEs that are based in South Africa.

BBC Hydraulic Seals and Bearings supplies hydraulic components to the mining and engineering sectors. The company has

encountered a range of obstacles including the need to boost sales and revenue, as well as marketing their products and services to retain customers. Insufficient funding is a common challenge that many businesses face when striving to attain their objectives and targets.

As such, the Hollywood Foundation Team paid a visit to BBC Hydraulic Seals and Bearings on 12 January 2023, to hand over their share of equipment, such as a generator, a laptop and an inverter.

Additionally, the Team extended funding for branding purposes, including car branding

and five years’ worth of website hosting fees. T-Shirts, caps and pens were also distributed to promote the brand.

Zanele Cindi, a representative of the business, expressed gratitude and delight upon receiving support from the Hollywood Foundation Team, and said, “We are sincerely thankful for the opportunities that the funding has provided us, and will continue, to offer. We hope that Hollywood Foundation will continue to provide vital support to numerous businesses that require assistance in their growth.”

Bedoo Productions (Pty) Ltd

Nondumiso Qba Nkosi aspired to establish a business that was authentic and provided customers with the liberty to express their ideas and listen to their intuition. After a few years, her dream became a reality, and Bedoo Productions (Pty) Ltd came into existence. The business conducts its operations from production facilities in Ekurhuleni, and Nondumiso was thrilled to learn that the Hollywood Foundation will be extending much-needed support and assistance to the business through the ESD programme and the #EmpoweringHER campaign. Bedoo Productions (Pty) Ltd specialises in crafting

exquisite Africaninspired headpieces and statement pieces tailored to individual preferences. Alongside these, the business also produces various beauty items like beads, hats and bags to cater to high-end clients that include top achievers, stylists and wearable art collectors, both locally and internationally. The ultimate vision of Bedoo Productions (Pty) Ltd is to become Africa’s leading producer of beadworks and wearable arts in Africa. However, like many other small businesses in the country, Nondumiso and her team have encountered numerous obstacles and challenges to achieving success.

These include operating without adequate capital and outdated machinery. Despite these hurdles, the Purple Team recognised the business’s potential and decided to make a meaningful contribution towards improving its operations.

The Team proudly provided essential equipment, such as a laptop, a printer, a camera and lighting equipment to ensure seamless operations even during load shedding.

As a result, the business is now fully digitised and produces high-quality images and videos for effective marketing and communication purposes.

Esenzweni Co-operative

The ESD programme at the Hollywood Foundation aims to provide support to small businesses across South Africa, recognising the hardworking staff that often require assistance to thrive.

The programme offers various forms of aid, including financial support and essential equipment.

With this in mind, the Purple Team had the pleasure of visiting Esenzweni Co-operative, a clothing and textile business in Umgeni, Durban. Despite facing challenges such as limited space and outdated equipment, the business Owner Nomathemba Khubone, has ambitious goals for expansion and supplying larger corporations.

On 12 December 2022, the ESD Team gifted a shipping container and a sewing machine to Esenzweni Co-operative, much to Nomathemba’s gratitude. She expressed her appreciation, saying, “We are thankful and hopeful that we can also give back to our community as we have been fortunate.”

Glamisa Exquisite (Pty) Ltd

The Hollywoodbets Durban July presented a wonderful chance for the Hollywood Foundation to provide support to aspiring designers. Through the Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award, the Foundation contributed bursary funding worth R100 000, while also committing R250 000 towards the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

This news was met with great enthusiasm by emerging designers. Umhlanga-based fashion business, Glamisa Exquisite (Pty) Ltd provides fashionable customers with topnotch designer fabric items at a reasonable price. In the past, the business faced challenges due to lack of machinery and equipment to keep up with orders. However, on 14 July 2022, the business received a pleasant visit from the Hollywood Foundation Team, who generously provided them with equipment to help

address these issues. Among the pieces of equipment contributed were a flat machine, a safety overlocker, a bottle iron, and clothing.

Namisa Mavuma, the Owner of Glamisa Exquisite (Pty) Ltd, explained that the assistance from the Hollywood Foundation will greatly benefit the

business. She expressed her desire to expand her business and move into a new workspace. Namisa was grateful for receiving her share of assistance, and said, “I am humbled and would like to thank the Hollywood Foundation for making my dreams come true, for helping me. Thank you.”

House of Fabrosanz

In July last year, emerging designers participating in the eThekwini Municipality’s Durban Fashion Fair programme received exciting news that the Hollywood Foundation would be providing assistance to them in the form of funding for their small businesses, as part of the Foundation’s ESD programme.

The Foundation Team recognises that fashion is a burgeoning industry and believes that investing in these businesses will enable these rising stars to thrive and achieve success in the future.

On 17 January 2023, the Team from Gauteng was proud to visit the House of Fabrosanz, an up-and-coming fashion house that focusses on manufacturing and retail. Owned by Sandisiwe Mazibuko, the business is committed to providing fashionable customers with high-quality garments and designs to their fashionable customers. Sandisiwe shared some of the obstacles the business has faced, including a need to

employ more staff to manage the surge in demand for their products. To address these issues, the DFF and the ESD Team from the Hollywood Foundation collaborated to provide much-needed equipment that will enhance the business’s overall operations.

Sandisiwe explained that this contribution will help the business tremendously, stating

that it would significantly aid the business by enabling the hiring of more workers and increasing production. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support, and said, “Thank you for this assistance. It was much needed and appreciated. May you continue to help others in need.”

House of Saint Luke

House of Saint Luke, a fashion business situated in Durban, was thrilled to learn that the Hollywood Foundation would be extending assistance to them this year.

As part of their efforts to shine a spotlight on aspiring designers, the Foundation chose to contribute R250 000 towards the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

Owned by Mxolisi Luke Mkhize, the business

has faced challenges in terms of equipment, and the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on its operations, leading to downsizing.

The business specialises in creating custom-made garments by order for special occasions, like weddings and matric dances. On 21 July 2022, the Hollywood Foundation Team paid a visit to the business and provided them

with sewing machines and overlockers. Mxolisi expressed his gratitude for the muchneeded support and stated that it would greatly improve the productivity and quality of the business. He added,

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I am fortunate and grateful for the platform and support that the Hollywood Foundation has provided. I hope you continue to assist young creatives in the future.”

Indoni Fashion House

Based in Musgrave, Durban, Indoni Fashion House was excited to hear the good news that their business will be receiving assistance from the Hollywood Foundation. This formed part of the R250 000 pledge that the Foundation had contributed towards the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

The fashion business caters to a diverse clientele, creating designer clothing.

Kwenzi Nkomo, a representative of the business, opened up about the many struggles that they have faced, such as shortage of fabric to meet the demand for their products.

The Team from the Hollywood Foundation visited the business on 21 July 2022, to hand over equipment, including sewing machines and fabric. Kwenzi said that the contribution will have a significant impact on

the business, allowing them to maintain their commitment to producing high-quality clothing for their customers.

She added that the Foundation’s assistance had saved their business and would ensure its longevity for years to come.

Libo Creation

Libo Creation is a women’s fashion business located in Newlands that specialises in creating custom-made clothing to enhance women’s confidence and style.

Sizwe Mncube, a representative for Libo Creation, was happy to hear the good news, that his business will be receiving support

from the Hollywood Foundation. This formed part of the Foundation’s pledge of R250 000 worth of funding to the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

Sizwe has opened up about the many struggles that he has faced, including the lack of equipment to keep up with many orders and slow production

processes. He added that the Foundation’s contribution of new equipment has streamlined production processes and increased efficiency.

The Team paid a visit to his business on 21 July 2022, to hand over the equipment and Sizwe expressed his dream of opening a bridal and a fabric shop.

Limtech Multi Services

In August, the Hollywood Foundation collaborated with the Lighthouse Foundation, led by starlet Nomzamo Mbatha, to host the Women in Business Awards as part of the Women’s Month celebrations in South Africa.

This campaign, known as #EmpoweringHER, aims to recognise and empower female-owned businesses across the country. The ESD Team manages this initiative, which provides a platform for women-owned businesses to grow, transform and improve their operations to contribute towards the economy.

Limtech Multi Services, a Gauteng-based business owned by Lindiwe Nqinata, was one of the businesses that received funding through this campaign. The company offers technical and electrical services, security systems, networking, air conditioning and plumbing. Prior to receiving assistance,

Limtech Multi Services had been operating on a small scale with limited resources. However, with funding from the campaign and support from the Hollywood Foundation, the business was able to purchase equipment and grow significantly.

Lindiwe explained that this contribution to Limtech Multi Services has made a huge

impact in a way that boosts their confidence to excel in the job. She said she would like to see the business grow and be able to sustain itself. She added, “We are thankful to the Hollywood Foundation and the Nomzamo Lighthouse Foundation for your willingness to assist SMMEs, it makes a huge difference in our community.”

Paul Kotini

Paul Kotini, a fashion enterprise situated in Durban CBD, focusses on creating one-of-akind items.

The fashion business aims to establish a lasting impression in the fashion world and was among the recipients of support from the Hollywood Foundation, which had pledged R250 000 to the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

The Owner of Paul Kotini, Sanele Paul Sibisi, was overjoyed to learn that his business will be receiving support. The business, which is primarily involved in sewing, makes clothing for weddings, as well as casual pieces and clothes for children.

On 20 July 2022, the Hollywood Foundation Team visited Paul Kotini, to contribute their

portion of equipment. According to Sanele, the equipment will make a significant difference in the business, which had previously been operating with only one machine.

He expressed his desire to one day own a large factory and have the opportunity to sell globally.

RPSM Chirwa (Pty) Ltd

RPSM Chirwa (Pty) Ltd, a waste management facility located in Richards Bay, northern KwaZuluNatal, experienced a significant setback due to the COVID-19 pandemic, like many other businesses.

However, with the assistance of the Hollywood Foundation’s ESD initiative, the womenowned company was able to get back on its feet. Established in 2015 and currently employing six workers, RPSM Chirwa (Pty) Ltd is the only buyback centre in the densely populated township under uMhlathuze Municipality, specialising in purchasing, collecting, sorting and crushing glass, papers, cardboards, high and low-density plastic, and aluminium cans.

The company also partners with uMhlathuze Municipality to conduct kerb recycling, diverting household recyclables from the landfill site.

landfills, and for all rural communities to be fully conscious of sustainability, creating more jobs and business opportunities for poor people in the recycling industry.

On 24 November 2022, the Purple Team travelled to Richards Bay for an official handover to the company as the Grand Prize Winner of the #EmpoweringHER Women in Business Awards, which was held in August last year.

The RPSM Chirwa (Pty) Ltd team received R200 000 to improve the overall operations of their business.

As part of their wishlist, they required a crane that

was bought for picking up heavy items.

Speaking at the handover, Samkelisiwe Chirwa, one of the CoFounders, expressed her appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation for supporting their business during a challenging time.

She said, “The business came to a halt, but your investment enabled us to compensate individuals selling their recyclable materials. Izandla zidlula ikhanda, we extend our utmost gratitude to you for being able to put bread on the table for many South Africans.”

Their vision is to have a future with zero recyclable waste going to

Sebenzile Demolitions and Projects (Pty) Ltd

In August, the country celebrated and honoured women who are making a remarkable impact in various communities. It was an honour and a privilege for the Hollywood Foundation to once again, implement the #EmpoweringHER campaign for Women’s Month. The Purple Team partnered with starlet Nomzamo Mbatha’s Lighthouse Foundation for the Women in Business Awards, which shone a spotlight on female-owned businesses throughout South Africa.

The campaign was very near and dear to the ESD Team, as it afforded many of these businesses a platform to grow, transform and improve their operations that contribute towards the economy.

One of the businesses that received funding through this campaign was Sebenzile Demolitions and Projects (Pty) Ltd.

This Gauteng-based business, owned by Thandi Mase, offers demolition services to customers within the region. With previous heavy spending on plant hire, the campaign’s support and funding enabled the business to purchase three new jackhammers. Thandi expressed gratitude, stating that the equipment will increase the pace of operations and production, consequently helping to achieve their goal of creating

more employment opportunities. She added that the equipment will increase the production process and increase the pace of operations.

Thandi further thanked the Hollywood Foundation and the Nomzamo Lighthouse Foundation for their support in empowering potential businesses in need.

SG Bakery

Siyanda Shabane and Mbonisi Gumede could not hold their excitement when they were given keys to a Bakkie NP300 at Hollywoodbets Offices in Umhlanga on Thursday, 13 April 2023.

The pair, who are Co-Founders of SG Bakery, a local and informal bakery located in E-section in Umlazi, were handed over the bakkie as a contribution to their business by the Hollywood Foundation and SplashOut at an event attended by various guests and the Purple Team. Siyanda and Mbonisi are no strangers to the good deeds of the Hollywood Foundation as they previously received a contribution of a branded container and equipment in 2021 to help them grow their business. Siyanda and Mbonisi started SG Bakery four years ago after they were unable to secure jobs after graduation. They started watching baking tutorials and later capitalised on their skills.

Today, the business has grown and has created employment opportunities for many youth in the area.

Their clientele has also spread throughout the Durban southern region.

Speaking at the event, Siyanda Ntenga of Ntenga Foundation, who introduced the pair to the Hollywood Foundation, stated that SG Bakery is now a well-known brand in Umlazi and is continuing to grow as they now supply goods to six schools.

Siyanda Shabane, the Co-Founder and Director at SG Bakery, mentioned that they were previously spending around R12 000 on transport for deliveries which is now a thing of the past.

“We are very grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for always supporting us. Today, our dream came true as we no longer have to spend so much money on hiring

a vehicle for deliveries. May you continue to uplift the township economy by helping other businesses to grow the country’s economy,” said Siyanda.

Babongile Mkhize, the Group Transformation Manager at Hollywoodbets, congratulated SG Bakery for its growth and success in empowering the community while creating

employment opportunities for the youth.

The Hollywood Foundation’s continuous support for young entrepreneurs is due to the positive impact SG Bakery is making in their community.

Simpre Properties

As a part of the #EmpoweringHER Women in Business Awards, the Hollywood Foundation provided a platform for womenowned businesses to showcase their talent and offered them support. Simpre Properties, which focusses on real estate, was one of many businesses that benefited from this initiative.

In November, the ESD Team paid a visit to Simpre Properties to

hand over their share of equipment. Simpre Properties is based in Old Main Road in KwaZulu-Natal, and it is owned by Simphiwe Mhlongo. The business prides itself on its ability to assist clients to buy, sell and rent properties.

Simphiwe has opened up about the struggles that the business has faced, including lack of visibility to attract more customers. The ESD Team provided branding and marketing material,

on 10 November 2022, which was a great boost for Simpre Properties. Simphiwe was overjoyed to receive this muchneeded support, which has already led to a doubling in sales. She hopes to expand her business into other provinces, including townships, to empower clients and agents through real estate. She added, “I am immensely thankful for all that you have done for our business, including the funding, exposure on social media and your hospitality.”

Suzie Dlamini Apparel

Ntokozo Dlamini was ecstatic to learn that she was one of the emerging designers selected to receive a contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, as part of the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

The Foundation pledged R250 000 worth of equipment to assist aspiring designers. Suzie Dlamini Apparel, located in Isipingo, Durban, is a bespoke clothing manufacturer and fashion brand founded in 2018.

Ntokozo, who completed her studies in Fashion and Textile Design at DUT in 2017, has gained further knowledge about the fashion industry, and even made an appearance on the television fashion series called “Made in Africa”.

On 14 July 2022, the Hollywood Foundation provided Suzie Dlamini Apparel with equipment that included a flat machine, a safety overlocker, a bottle iron, an iron shoe and mannequins.

Before receiving this equipment, Ntokozo had described business as slow and time-consuming. She believes that this equipment will allow her to produce more garments, accurately, and with excellent quality within a given time frame. Her aspirations include opening a fashion house and expanding her brand to

an international level. Ntokozo expressed her appreciation for the assistance she received, saying, “Thank you so much, I am truly grateful. Please continue doing the great work that you do.”

Suzie’s Kitchen

The Hollywood Foundation’s ESD programme has been transforming various SMMEs across the country. The Team recognises that these businesses require much-needed support to expand their operations and reach more customers, which could ultimately have a positive impact on the economy. In February, the Purple Team had the privilege of assisting Suzie’s Kitchen, an informal business that prepares and serves food in the Western Cape, through a contribution that included various pieces of equipment.

Suzie’s Kitchen is a 100% female-owned, informal business that prepares food and serves it to the public. Some of these food items include African cuisine, as well as hamburgers, boerewors rolls and hot chips. The business operates from a food trailer in the greater Belville area. Suzie’s Kitchen is owned by Sazini Susan Ncube, who opened up about the challenges of cooking and preparing meals in a small, mobile

kitchen. Sazini stated that her hopes and dreams are for the business to grow and reach stability.

On 16 February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation Team visited Suzie’s Kitchen, to make those dreams a reality. Through a contribution, the Team was excited to hand over a a fully equipped and branded food trailer, as well as an array of equipment to enhance the business’s overall functionality. Some of these items included a

nose cone, a two-plate gas stove, a 6-litre double gas fryer, a steel table, a microwave, a microwave shelf and a food display warmer.

Sazini expressed immense gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation and explained that this contribution will help her create more job opportunities within the city. She said that the assistance will enable her to cook more food which will ultimately help her to earn more profit.

She added, “I appreciate what the Hollywood Foundation has done for my business, and my wish is for them to continue doing this for others.”

Swelihle Clothing

Swelihle Clothing, a fashion enterprise located in Isipingo, specialises in creating custom-made pieces for stylish clients. The business was excited to learn that they will be receiving assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, as part of their commitment of R250 000 for the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars.

This assistance will help Swelihle Clothing

overcome the growth and expansion constraints caused by the lack of machinery.

Asanda Mgobhozi, a Swelihle Clothing representative, expressed her gratitude for the equipment contributed by the Hollywood Foundation Team during their visit to Isipingo on 20 July 2022. With this equipment, Swelihle Clothing will be able to increase productivity and take on

more projects, which will contribute to economic growth and help to combat unemployment in the region. Asanda shared her dream of expanding her business and making a positive impact on the lives of those around her. She stated, “I am truly thankful for what this means for my business. It will make a significant difference in my life and the lives of others.”

Thandekile Projects (Pty) Ltd

Thandekile Projects (PTY) Ltd, a fuel service station located in Durban and owned by Dr Thandi Mathabethe-Ngxongo, received a generous contribution from the Hollywood Foundation on 31 March 2023.

The contribution included equipment such as a high-pressure washer, vacuum cleaners, an industrial spray wash, foam spray nozzles, a hose set and signage for a car wash situated at the BP garage on Moore Road in Durban.

The official handover was attended by numerous stakeholders and clients who came to witness the event. The fuel service station is a popular one-stop shop for all fuel and food needs and services a base of residential customers from Glenwood, Umbilo, Berea and surrounding areas. Dr Thandi took over the

garage a month before the COVID-19 lockdown and faced significant challenges due to the drastic drops in volumes. Due to this, some loyal customers work from home and travel less, and with the price increase, customers are not travelling as much as before, and universities around are adopting hybrid and online teaching methods. All these factors have severely affected the business, and as a result, the business is struggling to meet its financial obligation.

Dr Thandi is a qualified Chemical Engineer with 16 years of experience working at Engen Refinery, where she was a national Health Safety Environment Quality Business Partner Manager. Dr Thandi also highlighted the difficulties that Black women face when trying to break into male-dominated industries, such as the

petroleum retail industry. She emphasised that these women often struggle to access funding from financial institutions and lack the necessary experience to handle the complexities of running a business that operates 24/7 and incorporates different business streams.

After hearing of her struggles, the Hollywood Foundation saw the need to support her through a contribution of equipment to boost her car wash business. Talking about the contribution, she said, “My appreciation goes to the Hollywood Foundation for supporting businesses and communities, especially women-owned businesses. The equipment that the Hollywood Foundation sponsored has enabled me to grow and expand business offerings, as well as create additional six employment opportunities. Ngiyabonga!”

Rising Stars

celebrated by the Hollywood Foundation and Durban Fashion Fair

The Hollywood Foundation and eThekwini Municipality’s Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) Development Programme celebrated the Rising Stars at an event held in Umhlanga. This year’s contestants were all emerging fashion designers who were grateful to receive muchneeded assistance in July after showcasing at the Hollywoodbets Durban July.

The Hollywood Foundation announced their pledge of R250 000 towards the DFF’s Rising Stars, during the semi-finals of the Hollywoodbets Durban July Young Designer Award, which was held at Gateway Theatre of Shopping. The nine Rising Stars were selected as part of the Enterprise and Supplier Development programme at the Hollywood Foundation, following a vetting process in the form of interviews with Group

Transformation Manager, Babongile Mkhize. The funding was awarded in the form of equipment and any other tools that the designers would require to conduct their day-to-day business.

Some of the fashion houses that received assistance are owned by emerging designers, and included Glamisa Exquisite (Pty) Ltd, Suzie Dlamini Apparel, Paul Kotini, Indoni Fashion House, Libo Creation,

Zaviar Trading and House of Saint Luke. The event took place at the Hollywoodbets Head Office in Umhlanga, on 4 August 2022.

It was a celebration for the Rising Stars that received support and included the presence of the nine designers, representatives from the Hollywood Foundation and the Durban Fashion Fair, as well as the eThekwini Municipality’s Economic Development and Planning Committee Chairperson, Cllr

Thanduxolo Sabelo. The event included heart-warming speeches to motivate and uplift designers to imprint their mark in the fashion world.

“We are excited as eThekwini under the banner of the DFF development programme, to join the Hollywood Foundation in handing over equipment that will assist these young fashion entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, increase productivity and ensure their sustainability,” said Cllr Sabelo.

“It was an honour for the Hollywood Foundation to make this contribution towards the DFF’s Rising Stars. At the

Hollywood Foundation, we are always striving to make a difference in the lives of upand-coming businessmen and women.

“During the vetting process, it was clear to me, and the company, that these designers have a promising future, and the assistance that we provided will hopefully encourage them to build their businesses, and in turn, contribute towards our economy,” said Babongile Mkhize, Group Transformation Manager at Hollywoodbets.

KZN Youth Business Awards

A splendid evening unfolded at the Radisson Blu Hotel Umhlanga as distinguished guests, young business owners and esteemed guests gathered to attend the 2nd KZN Youth Business Awards. Founded by philanthropist and businessman, Siyanda Ntenga, the awards ceremony aimed to shine a spotlight on youthowned businesses in KwaZulu-Natal, and recognise the hard work and determination that they put into making their dreams a reality.

Hosted by DJ Vumar, the event attracted numerous distinguished guests, including the Deputy Mayor of eThekwini Municipality, Cllr P.G Mavundla. Hollywoodbets National Head of Operations Morgan Shandu, gave a motivational speech to the young entrepreneurs in attendance, commending the event’s founder Siyanda Ntenga, for his efforts in creating a platform for young people to achieve their business dreams.

role as a catalyst in creating change in the lives of the youth. All the nominees and award winners have taken the lead by creating jobs, contributing to the economy and positively impacting the lives of communities.

With categories such as “Youth in Food Product”, “Youth in Informal Business”, “Youth in Entertainment” and “Youth in Technology”, the awards highlighted the success and hard work of youth-led businesses in various fields.

It was an honour and a privilege to have Mike Procter, former cricketer and Brand Ambassador for Hollywoodbets, present the award for “Youth in Sport”, given his commitment to uplifting youth within sports.

As part of the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to supporting SMMEs across the country, particularly black-owned and black female owned ones, the organisation was delighted to sponsor the event and invest in youth-led businesses.

The goal is for these businesses to contribute to the economy and create employment opportunities for more young people in the country. “It is an honour for the Hollywood Foundation to sponsor the 2nd KZN Youth Business Awards. Our support for these awards is our way of affirming our

We have sealed our commitment to solutiondriven businesses, once again”, said Vuyisile Ngobese, Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

Ultimate Grill and Confectionery

The Hollywood Foundation Team took pride in revitalising the operations of Vaal-based eatery, Ultimate Grill and Confectionary, renowned for its delectable pastries and quick bites.

The ESD Team was on-hand to present the business with catering equipment and a branded container, which will enable the business to continue making more food items to cater to a wider customer base.

Jabulani Tshabalala, one of the Owners of Ultimate Grill and

Confectionery, candidly shared the challenges they faced due to the COVID-19 pandemic and consequent lockdown in 2020.

The restrictions and safety protocols proved detrimental, leading to closure and financial loss. The business aspires to become one of the leading fast food outlets in South Africa, offering exceptional food at an affordable price whilst also giving back to the community by launching monthly soup kitchens in Sebokeng.

Jabulani expressed his gratitude towards the Hollywood Foundation for its timely support, which will help the business achieve its objectives.

In appreciation, he presented the Team with a customised purple cake stating that their help cannot be expressed in words alone. “We thank the Hollywood Foundation for their invaluable assistance,” he added.

Umboma NoMshana (Pty) Ltd

Umboma NoMshana (Pty) Ltd is a poultryfocussed enterprise located in the Eastern Cape with a mission to combat poverty in rural areas by empowering young people with skills and employment opportunities.

The ESD Team at the Hollywood Foundation is dedicated to transforming hardworking SMMEs across the nation, committed to improving

the quality of goods and services available in our country.

On 8 April 2022, the Team visited Umboma NoMshana (Pty) Ltd, providing essential equipment including prime broiler starter crumble, grower pellets, an electric brooder and a chicken plucker. Melusi Sikhakhane, the business Owner, was delighted to receive assistance from the Team and commended the

Hollywood Foundation’s smooth functioning and effectiveness. He added that the contribution has made a significant impact on the business, alleviating financial strain and making the chickenraising process more efficient.

Zaviar Trading

Zaviar Trading, a fashion enterprise located in Durban, specialises in creating fashionable clothing items.

As part of the Durban Fashion Fair’s Rising Stars, the company was one of several beneficiaries of a R250 000 contribution from the Hollywood Foundation.

Zama Sylvia Gumede, who represents Zaviar Trading, disclosed that

before receiving the equipment, the business was encountering difficulties.

On 21 July 2022, the Hollywood Foundation crew journeyed to Zaviar Trading to distribute their allocation of equipment, which comprised of sewing machines and fabric.

Zama claimed that the equipment will enable the business to fabricate

more garments and increase production speed. She went on to say, “I aspire to recruit more workers and provide aid to more individuals. I am appreciative of the Hollywood Foundation’s opportunity and support.”

Zingisa Management (Pty) Ltd

Empowering small businesses is in the DNA of the Hollywood Foundation. Through the ESD programme, the Foundation can offer sustainable support to SMMEs in the form of funding, grant and equipment contributions. On 24 January 2023, the Purple Team had the privilege of assisting Zingisa Management (Pty) Ltd, a sports management agency. This aligns with the ESD Team’s primary objective at the Hollywood Foundation, which is to empower and elevate SMMEs situated in South Africa. Lack of funding is a common obstacle that many businesses face in achieving their objectives and goals. Through a meaningful contribution, the Hollywood Foundation provided a grant of R200 000 to Zingisa Management.

Founded in 2016, the company has a clear emphasis on delivering functional sports management,

sports business, sports entertainment and other related services to its clientele. The company endeavours to facilitate the swift advancement of its clients in the highly competitive global sports management market and sports business ecosystem. Additionally, Zingisa Management strives to provide first-class comprehensive sports management solutions, designed to enhance their client’s career goals, prospects, and aspirations and ultimately maximise their playing and post-playing careers.

Odwa Ndungane, the Co-Founder of Zingisa Management, stated that the company embodies tenacity and grit. He explained that establishing a professional rugby career can be fraught with various obstacles, but the company’s aid, expertise, and knowledge of the sport can offer players peace

of mind that they are in capable hands. He said Zingisa Management will not segment the marketplace and will cater to all sporting codes, with an immediate emphasis on rugby. Other sports that are also catered for, include football, cricket, golf, and athletics.

Odwa expressed gratitude and elation upon receiving support from the Hollywood Foundation. He remarked, “We are sincerely thankful for the prospects that this grant will provide. We hope that the Hollywood Foundation will continue to provide support to many more businesses that require assistance in growing their ventures.”

SPORTSDEVELOPMENT

CRICKET DEVELOPMENT

Athlone School for the Blind

To commemorate World Blindness Awareness Month in October, the Hollywood Foundation partnered with Blind Cricket SA to support the Athlone School for the Blind in the Western Cape as part of a CSI project.

The school which was established in 1927, serves as an educational institution for partiallysighted and blind learners who face daily challenges and

social restrictions. One of the school’s objectives is to develop each learner to their fullest potential, regardless of their obstacles and diverse backgrounds. However, prior to the intervention of Blind Cricket SA and the Hollywood Foundation, the school experienced a shortage of assistive devices hindering the learners’ access to the curriculum.

Representatives from both organisations visited the school on

15 October 2022, to contribute two Braille pieces of equipment which will aid the learners during classroom activities.

John Philander, a representative from Athlone School for the Blind, expressed gratitude for the muchneeded contribution, and said, “This will assist us in providing devices for our learners and alleviate the financial burden on the school.”

Believers Cricket Club, located in Paarl, is dedicated to empowering the community through cricket.

The Purple Team places a strong emphasis on sports development, striving to uplift youth and provide them with a sense of purpose and belonging. Through various

sponsorships, the aim is to cultivate grassroots talent.

The club consists of a single team with 25 players who engage in active practice sessions twice a week.

The prevalence of crimerelated activities, violence, as well as drug and alcohol abuse among the youth in the

area prompted the formation of the club to combat these social challenges.

One of the club’s proudest moments was achieving 2nd place in the Summer League. The Team in the Western Cape was proud to visit the club on 2 December 2022, to hand over some essential cricket items, including equipment, training kits and tracksuits.

Nataly Brown, the Secretary for Believers Cricket Club, was overjoyed to receive the much-needed contribution and added that the items will be utilised to enhance and elevate the club’s standards.

“You don’t change the world with the ideas in your mind, but with the conviction in your heart.”

- Bryan Stevenson

Chatsworth United Cricket Club, the oldest club in Chatsworth, Durban, has been developing athletes for 57 years. On Tuesday, 28 February 2023, the Purple Team had the privilege of visiting this club with a cricket sponsorship to aid in the development of aspiring cricketers.

The club was founded in 1965 with a vision to groom players from grassroots level to the professional level in all areas, including the informal areas. The club has 145 players and comprises of nine teams that are registered to the KZNCU and EMCU cricket leagues.

The club’s Premier League Men’s team play their home games at the Chatsworth Cricket Oval, whilst the Premier League Ladies team play their games at Cato Manor and Chats 114.

The remaining Senior Men and Youth teams play on 10 different grounds in and around Chatsworth.

The Hollywood Foundation, with a strong focus on sports development at grassroots level, shares the club’s vision.

Chatsworth United Cricket Club is a household name in Chatsworth and even nationally where several of their ex-players are based. Given Hollywood Foundation’s track history in supporting sporting activities at grassroots level in all communities, the club approached the Purple Team for assistance with the Ladies’ team.

Their wishlist included cricket stumps, wicketkeeper gloves,

cones, warm-up kit, playing kit, caps and tracksuits for the team and the Hollywood Foundation was happy to oblige.

Michael Govender, the President of the Chatsworth United Cricket Club, stated that their primary challenge was acquiring playing equipment for the Ladies’ team.

He expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their generous cricket sponsorship, saying, “This will go a long way.”

Good Hope Cricket Club

Sport continues to play a major role in discipline and helping youngsters choose the right path in life, instead of living life on the streets.

The Hollywood Foundation understands that in order for sports clubs to be able to upskill and nurture talent, they need assistance with various needs including kits, equipment and financial contributions. This year, the Purple Team lent a helping hand to a club in need.

Good Hope Cricket Club, based in the Eastern Cape, was formed in 1965 with the aim to upskill the youth in the area of eQonce.

The club also plays a part in preventing children from living a life on the harsh streets by giving them the opportunity to play competitive cricket.

The formation of this club was inspired by the love and passion for the game of cricket with the goal of winning leagues. The club wishes for its players to get the opportunity to play in provincial teams in different age groups, with the ultimate goal of representing the country.

The sponsorship of playing equipment, such as cricket pads, gloves, bats, boxes, scorebooks and thigh combo, will provide a muchneeded boost to the club’s players and their aspirations to represent their province.

As the President of the club, Asanda Sudumo explained that the team evolved from being a club for Good Hope Textiles employees to a community club of people from King William’s Town,

Middledrift and Alice. He added that the club comprises of 80% unemployed youth, both male and female, and has been playing in the premier league since 1992 when the team was promoted to the premier league, adding that it has never been relegated. The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution has been well-received by the club, and Asanda expressed his gratitude for their support.

Harlequins Cricket Club

In February, the Hollywood Foundation proudly sponsored the Harlequins Cricket Club, which is located in Durban. Investing in sports development is a key priority for the Purple Team, and many sporting clubs across various codes, such as cricket, rugby, netball and soccer, have received support and assistance.

This support has had a positive impact on the next generation of athletes, who aspire to achieve greatness in their respective fields. Harlequins Cricket Club is based in Durban and

was formed in 1985. The club consists of seven teams, and junior structures have also been put into place in order to ensure that young athletes are given adequate training and coaching to take their careers to greater heights.

The players at the club engage in active practice sessions, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

The primary reason for the formation of the club was to uplift the community and empower the youth. One of the club’s proudest achievements was competing in three

separate T20 promotion finals, and some have demonstrated exceptional skill and performance on the pitch, allowing them to move up and compete in the Premier League.

Eric Cavanagh, the Chairman of Harlequins Cricket Club, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the club with a sponsorship, and said, “This will assist with uplifting members of our community through training and playing cricket. This sponsorship will help us to grow our club and service to the community.”

Hollywoodbets sponsors Blind Cricket South Africa’s 2022 T20 World Cup in India

Hollywoodbets was proud to lend a helping hand for Blind Cricket SA’s 2022 T20 World Cup trip to India, through a cricket sponsorship that included travel arrangements and sports kits for the players.

The 3rd T20 World Cup Cricket Tournament for the Blind took place between 5 - 17 December, in India. The participating nations for the World Cup this year were Australia,

Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka and the host, India. Around 150 players participated from all the countries and the tournament, which has a total of 24 matches, took place in nine cities in India. The tournament was held to commemorate World Disability Day celebrations, around the world.

The Purple Team has already established a fantastic relationship with the Blind Cricket SA team. In the month of October, the Hollywood Foundation embarked

on three handovers in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and the Western Cape, alongside the Blind Cricket SA team. Mason Lincoln School, Johannesburg Society for the Blind and Athlone School for the Blind, were organisations that were very near and dear to the players.

It was an honour for the Hollywood Foundation to join forces with the team to contribute essential items and equipment to support individuals at these organisations.

Johannesburg Society for the Blind

The Hollywood Foundation marked the end of Blindness Awareness Month in October with an initiative in Gauteng where the Purple Team contributed voice recorders and speech calculators to the Johannesburg Society for the Blind.

This initiative was part of the partnership between the Foundation and Blind Cricket South Africa which provided various items in three provinces: KwaZuluNatal, Gauteng and Western Cape. Founded in 1926,

Johannesburg Society for the Blind is a nonprofit organisation that depends on donor funding to cater to the needs of blind and partially-sighted persons regardless of gender, race, ethnicity or religious affiliation.

It offers various programmes including a rehabilitation care facility for visually-impaired individuals, on-site social work interventions, orientation and mobility training and an HIV/AIDS outreach programme among others.

Nkosana Kubheka, the Chief Operations Officer at Johannesburg Society for the Blind,

expressed gratitude for the contribution, stating that the voice recorders and calculators will be used by students to take notes and lessons in class, and to perform calculations during the examination period.

He added that the contribution will enable visually-impaired students to exercise their right to access basic education.

Kingsmead Mynahs

The Hollywood Foundation proudly sponsored the Kingsmead Mynah’s Under-11 Festival and Under-17 tour and matches this year, as part of its commitment to uplifting communities and investing in youth in sport.

The Foundation recognises the importance of empowering future cricket stars and giving them the necessary support to shine in their sporting careers.

The Kingsmead Mynahs cricket club, based at

Hollywoodbets Kingsmead Stadium, was established in 1971 to promote sport among the youth.

With 22 teams and 286 players in total, who enjoy engaging in active practice sessions at various schools and clubs, the club has dedicated coaches and trainers, who take an active interest in developing players’ skills and abilities through various programmes and sessions.

Kingsmead Mynahs has produced some phenomenal players, who

have also played for the provincial and international leagues. Colin Chatter, a Committee Member, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their sponsorship and said that it will assist with the further development of the club.

“Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”

- John Wesley

Mason Lincoln School

October marks World Blindness Awareness Month, and the Hollywood Foundation Team in KwaZulu-Natal was humbled to use this as a platform to implement a meaningful campaign.

World Blindness Awareness Month aims to draw attention to blindness and vision impairment. The ability to see is a function that many people take for granted, and October prioritises eye health, as well as vulnerable individuals in society who have lost their ability to see. The month also reminds us that we don’t have to be defined by our physical limitations.

The Purple Team was on a mission to leave their imprint across the region the entire month, by drawing attention to World Blindness Awareness Month through a partnership with Blind Cricket SA.

Having already formed a good relationship with Hollywoodbets, Blind Cricket SA joined forces with the Hollywood

Foundation to elevate its reach across three nonprofit organisations in three regions.

To kick off the three handovers, and in an effort to mark this special month, Blind Cricket SA, in partnership with the Hollywood Foundation, selected Mason Lincoln Special School in Umlazi to receive school equipment. On 7 October 2022, the Team, along with some cricket players, visited the school on a rainy day to meet some of the learners with special needs. The school expressed gratitude for the desks,

lockers and chalkboard, which will assist their Grade 12 learners who will be writing their final exams soon.

Ndumiso Nyawose, the National coordinator of Blind Cricket SA and President of KZN Blind Cricket, was thrilled to be a part of this heart-warming day, and said, “When Blind Cricket SA and the Hollywood Foundation came together for this handover, especially while its Sight Awareness Month, it gave us a great opportunity and a platform to be able to give back to this school.”

Mustangs CC

The Hollywood Foundation places a significant emphasis on sports development, utilising various sporting codes to improve and empower individuals from disadvantaged communities. Sport serves as a platform for many aspiring athletes to grow, while also providing them with a sense of belonging.

On 8 September 2022, the Western Cape Team paid a friendly visit to Mustangs CC, a cricket club based

in McGregor. The club, founded in 2021, consists of 20 players that compete in one team. The players engage in practice sessions three times a week, on an open field. Mustangs CC was created to uplift the underprivileged and offer them direction.

However, the club faces many challenges, including a lack of sponsors and resources to grow and expand.

The Hollywood Foundation was pleased to offer a

helping hand through a contribution that included cricket kits, water bottles and cricket balls. Cricket is a vital sport in this community and serves as a way of life. Many children use the sport to overcome various social ills prevalent in their society.

Gertjie Grootboom, a representative from Mustangs CC, was overjoyed after receiving the contribution from the Purple Team, and said, “This contribution is a major boost in the right direction.”

Northern Cape Cricket

Many women across the country have a passion and flair for sports, and the Hollywood Foundation has been making active contributions to local development clubs, to promote female participation in sports across various codes. In October, the Purple Team in Kimberley was humbled to assist Northern Cape Cricket,

a cricket club that has been investing in the skills and development of women who have a passion for the sport.

Established in 1890, Northern Cape Cricket Club invests in the skills and development of women who have a passion for sport.

The club was initially formed to cater to girls and women who had a passion for playing cricket, but previously struggled to play warm-up matches and cater to the needs of all provincial players throughout the province.

The Hollywood Foundation visited Northern Cape Cricket Club on 17 October 2022, to present the players with new sponsored kits.

Sibusiso Mfobu, the Youth Cricket Coordinator at Northern Cape Cricket, said, “Thank you, Hollywood Foundation. We will now have a larger reach and we will have a chance to become competitive in competitions.”

Parkgate Primary School

The Hollywood Foundation continues to help make dreams come true. In July, the Purple Team together with the Hollywoodbets Dolphins, visited Parkgate Primary School to hand over cricket equipment to aspiring cricketers.

The school’s cricket club was founded in 2016 and currently has 80 players across both junior and senior teams, ranging from six-years-old and upwards.

The club holds daily practices from Monday to Friday with games taking place on weekends and

aims to foster local talent while providing a positive outlet for young people.

The cricket club has achieved significant milestones, including representing provincial teams and providing cricket scholarships for students to attend private schools.

The club’s proudest moment was when they were selected to represent the provincial teams. They also have players who have moved from government schools to private schools through cricket scholarships.

With sports development as a pillar at the Hollywood Foundation, the Team spent the day with the Dolphins and young cricket enthusiasts.

Coach Thula Gumede expressed his gratitude for the Foundation’s support, noting that it will greatly benefit the club’s players who previously had to share equipment while training and playing.

As a champion of sports development, the Hollywood Foundation is proud to empower the next generation of cricket stars.

Seshego Cricket Club

The Hollywood Foundation has a dedicated programme called Grassroots Sports Development, which recognises the significant impact that sports can have on youth growth and development. Engaging in sports activities can help to keep young people active, healthy, and occupied, thereby reducing their susceptibility to social challenges. In November, the Purple Team was humbled to visit Seshego Cricket Club in Limpopo, to present them with new

cricket nets. Seshego Cricket Club, based in Polokwane, opened its doors to players in 1999. The club has five teams, and junior structures have also been put into place to nurture young talent who join the club and ensure that they receive the necessary training and support to grow their skills and abilities. The players engage in active practice sessions, from Monday to Friday. Some players at the club have also moved up in their respective careers and have gone on to compete in the Premier

League. The Hollywood Foundation has a passion for community upliftment, and after witnessing the good efforts being done at Seshego Cricket Club to motivate the youth, the Purple Team chose to hand over cricket nets to the club, to assist with their training sessions and matches.

Sakkie KwaKwa, the Chairperson of Seshego Cricket Club, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution, stating that it will help the club to produce Test players in the province.

Tafelkop Cricket Development

As sports development from grassroots level continues to be a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation, the Team visited Tafelkop Cricket Development in Limpopo, to contribute equipment, kits, and transportation fees to the cricket club on 11 November 2022.

Established in 2016, Tafelkop Cricket Development’s objective is to promote cricket and provide children with an activity to keep them occupied and away from the streets. Presently, the club comprises of 79 players, including both boys and girls between the ages of 12 to 35.

The players engage in daily practice sessions in various locations such as Rite, Dipakaleng and Kenneth Masilela Primary School.

Tafelkop Cricket Development’s most significant accomplishment was participating in the provincial league during the 2021/22 season, becoming the first club in the district to do so.

encountered various obstacles, including insufficient equipment and kits for the players.

Sammy Linda, the Secretary at Tafelkop Cricket Development, expressed joy at receiving

the cricket sponsorship contribution, which would ensure stability and progress for the junior pipeline and overall growth of the club.

However, before receiving the cricket sponsorship from the Hollywood Foundation, the club

Umlazi Cricket Club

The Hollywood Foundation has a strong commitment to investing in sports development at grassroots level by providing meaningful contributions to support upcoming athletes.

The Purple Team has been actively supporting local clubs across various sports codes, such as cricket, netball, soccer and rugby.

In November, the Team in KwaZulu-Natal extended a helping hand to Umlazi Cricket Club by making a small but generous

contribution to ensure smooth and effective club operations.

Umlazi Cricket Club was formed in 2005, and it is situated at Umlazi Comprehensive High School. The club seeks to grow the game of cricket within communities, by providing players with the necessary mentoring and support.

The primary reason for the creation of the club was to encourage the youth to participate in sports and give them an outlet to remain fit and active. The club has a goal

to reduce crime in communities, by ensuring that the youth are occupied. On 16 November 2022, the Hollywood Foundation contributed to the club’s transport fees for upcoming matches and games.

Simphiwe Shange, the Technical Officer at Umlazi Cricket Club, thanked the Purple Team for their act of kindness, and said, “Transporting players has been one of our biggest concerns, and now we can focus on other critical issues.”

RUGBY DEVELOPMENT

Black Lion Rugby Football Club

As rugby gains popularity worldwide, there is a growing demand for grassroots development. To support this cause, the Hollywood Foundation provided Black Lion Rugby Football Club with kits during their visit in December.

The Eastern Cape based club was overjoyed to learn that they are one of over 200 recipients of aid provided by the Hollywood Foundation this year. The club was established in 1969 in response to the

community’s enthusiasm for rugby and the need for rugby development in the area. Since its inception, the club has made a significant contribution to the community by encouraging the youth to stay away from drugs and other harmful substances.

Similar to other clubs, Black Lion Rugby Football Club has experienced difficulties related to resources, including essential equipment for the players. However, on 1 December 2022, the Hollywood Foundation contributed essential

items to the club, such as rugby jerseys, shorts, socks, tracksuits, tackle bags, contact shields, first aid kits, kitbags and ball pumps.

Olwethu Bakaco, the Team Manager for Black Lion Rugby Football Club, expressed the team’s gratitude for the generosity of the Hollywood Foundation adding that the equipment provided will help boost the players’ confidence when competing against other teams.

Bloemfontein Crusaders Rugby Club

The Hollywood Foundation remains committed to promoting sports at grassroots level as it recognises the significant impact that athletics can have on the development of young people.

The Foundation has already supported several development clubs by contributing equipment and kits to upcoming athletes.

The Purple Team acknowledges the remarkable effect that sport has on the development of the youth, and the outlet that it affords them to remain fit, develop vital skills and learn the importance of teamwork. With this in mind, it was a privilege for the Team to provide a rugby sponsorship to the

Bloemfontein Crusaders Rugby Club in December 2022, ensuring that the club continues to nurture talent.

Established in 1994, Bloemfontein Crusaders Rugby Club is based in Heidedal and was founded with the aim of developing talented sportspeople in the region. The club boasts three teams and has implemented junior structures to support the growth and development of young talent.

The adult team is composed of 66 players, while around 100 boys and girls make up the school team. The players are passionate and dedicated and engage in active training sessions, three times a week, at Clive Solomon Stadium. Barry Jacobus, the Chairman of

Bloemfontein Crusaders Rugby Club, explained that one of the club’s proudest moments was being named the South African Club Champions. Some players have also had the opportunity to move up to other leagues in the Free State, as well as the Under-21 team. Last year, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to visit the club, to hand over an assortment of items that they required, including training bibs, panel caps, headgear, training shirts, water bottles and agility ladders. Barry thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their support and assistance, and said, “By helping us with this equipment, we can focus on getting our stars ready to be those heroes.”

Bosveld Pumbas Rugby Club

The Bosveld Pumbas Rugby Club was founded in 1944 in the small town of Hoedspruit, Limpopo, with the aim of promoting rugby and encouraging young men to learn and play the sport. Currently, the club has two teams and 120 players, as well as junior structures to support the development of young talent.

The Bosveld Pumbas Rugby Club achieved a historic milestone in 2017 when they were promoted to the Senior League of the Mpumalanga Rugby Union and won the League as newcomers, remaining unbeaten throughout.

Their success continued in 2020 when they were promoted to the Premier League, and they are currently affiliated with, and playing, in this league within the Mpumalanga Rugby Union. The Premier League is regarded as one of the top leagues in the region, alongside other well-known leagues such as the Carlton League of the Blue Bulls Rugby Union and the Murray Cup in the KZN Rugby Union, to name a few.

Since the beginning of the 2020 rugby season, the Bosveld Pumbas Rugby Club has entered two teams into the league, with players training at their home

ground from Monday to Thursday.

However, the club faced challenges due to a lack of kit and equipment for training. In May 2022, the Phaka Show and the Team from KwaZuluNatal stepped in to help by providing the senior players at the club with essential items including rugby jerseys, shorts, socks, tackle bags, Salome poles, agility hurdles, rugby balls, kicking tees and ball pumps.

Romeo Jones, the Manager of the club, said, “The team will now have proper equipment for training, and they will be recognised by others.”

Broodkraal Rugby Club

The Hollywood Foundation remains committed to promoting sports development at grassroots level. Over the years, the Purple Team has extended its footprint through rugby sponsorships across the country. In the Western Cape, the players at Broodkraal Rugby Club were overjoyed to receive the news of a rugby sponsorship grant from the Hollywood Foundation.

Established in 1998, Broodkraal Rugby Club consists of 46 players split into five teams including the Junior Vikings. The club was established with the goal of uplifting the community and keeping the youth occupied and away from negative influences. The players, who range in age from 18 to 40 years, practice every other evening at the Broodkraal Sportsground.

Broodkraal Rugby Club, like many other clubs, has faced challenges due to the lack of essential equipment for their players, which has led to being looked down upon by other clubs. To assist their needs, on 3 November 2022, the Hollywood Foundation provided a grant to the club. Arrie Galant, a representative from Broodkraal Rugby Club, expressed gratitude for the grant contribution from

the Hollywood Foundation. He noted that the club has been struggling to receive support, especially as many of the players are farm workers.

Despite limited resources, the club has managed to produce players who have moved on to play for other leagues. “This grant will be a great help to the club’s players and will help showcase the potential of the club to other teams,” said Galant.

Crusader Rugby Club

The Hollywood Foundation has once again demonstrated its commitment to supporting sports development at grassroots level by providing a rugby sponsorship grant to Crusader Rugby Club.

The Purple Team’s efforts have helped numerous aspiring athletes across the country, providing them with a potential platform to showcase their talent on a larger scale.

Crusader Rugby Club, located in Port Elizabeth, has a long history dating back to its establishment in 1887. The club was

incorporated into the PE Cricket Club in the same year as part of a greater strategy to encompass various sporting codes. The club consists of three teams and has 70 players who practice twice a week at St. Georges Park. One of the club’s proudest achievements was winning the Grand Challenge, the highest club league in Port Elizabeth.

The hard work and determination of players at this club have enabled them to progress to different levels of play, including provincial, international and varsity clubs. On 19 October 2022, the Team paid a special visit to the club

to present them with a rugby sponsorship, that included new rugby kits, water bottles and rugby cones. This initiative reflects the Hollywood Foundation’s ongoing commitment to grassroots sports development across the country.

Jaco Kirsten, the Chairman of Crusader Rugby Club, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity and willingness to assist developing sports clubs, and said, “The training equipment will ease the burden on coaching methods and playing. It will instill a sense of pride and professionalism among our players.”

East London Grassroots Tournament

The Hollywood Foundation places a strong emphasis on developing sports at grassroots level. The Team has made a significant impact on numerous clubs across various sporting codes, including rugby.

Rugby is known for teaching important life skills to young men and women, such as hard work, determination and teamwork.

Several local rugby clubs have already received kits and equipment from the

East Rand United

The Hollywood Foundation recognises the valuable life lessons that sports can teach young athletes and is committed to supporting the development of sports teams throughout the country.

The Foundation has a special focus on sponsoring rugby clubs, and recently provided support to East Rand United in Gauteng, who were grateful for the assistance.

Foundation, helping to take their training programmes to the next level.

In February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation proudly contributed to the East London Grassroots Tournament, which supports future rugby stars in the country.

The Purple Team provided much-needed equipment and offered clubs valuable

resources that they previously lacked.

Buhle Ntsebeza, a representative from the East London Grassroots Tournament, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for extending a helping hand and said that the contribution will help to assist underprivileged youth from the township, who are aspiring rugby players.

Established in 1997, East Rand United aims to upskill the youth in the area and steer them away from life on the streets. The club has set ambitious goals for its players, including winning a Senior League and producing players that will eventually go on to play for the Springboks.

On 6 October 2022, the Team from Gauteng visited the club to hand over some rugby equipment, as part of a rugby sponsorship.

Marius De Vos, the Chairman of East Rand United, was excited to receive support from the Purple Team and said that the contribution will assist local schools with their rugby tournaments.

Gauteng Women’s Rugby

While rugby has traditionally been considered a maledominated sport, many female athletes have a passion and a desire for the game as well.

The Hollywood Foundation recognises this and has made it a priority to support female athletes through various initiatives and projects.

In November, the Foundation Team in Gauteng identified a local rugby club that focusses on training and developing female rugby players with the help of dedicated coaches and staff. Gauteng Women’s Rugby is a local

rugby club that proudly opened its doors in 2020, and it primarily focusses on female participation in sports.

The club was formed to promote the sport within the community, and it currently consists of players who are between the ages of 15 and 24.

Gauteng Women’s Rugby aims to achieve several goals in the future, such as working towards education, after-school programmes and ensuring that the youth have employment opportunities.

As a grassroots development club, the lack of resources poses a significant challenge.

In November, the Purple Team sought to ease the hardships at the club and contributed an array of rugby equipment to help facilitate their training sessions and competitive matches for the players.

Jaco, the Chairperson of Gauteng Women’s Rugby, expressed gratitude towards the Hollywood Foundation for extending support to the club. He mentioned that the rugby equipment provided by the Foundation will help to improve the club’s visibility on social media and aid in the promotion of the sport in the community.

Ikageng Rugby Development

Ikageng Rugby Development was established in 2005 in the North West with a focus on developing the skills and talents of young athletes.

Both Ikageng Rugby Development and the Hollywood Foundation have one goal in mind: nurturing the talent of athletes from grassroots level.

With that in mind, it was an honour for the Team to sponsor rugby equipment for this rugby club and assist with advancement opportunities for these talented young stars.

Ikageng Rugby Development is a club that comprises of both

male and female players, who participate in practice sessions held from Monday to Thursday, at Ikageng Stadium.

The primary objective of this club was to provide a haven for children and steer them away from the dangers of street life, such as drug abuse, alcoholism and teenage pregnancy.

The club’s proudest moments include winning the Rugby League in 2022 and having senior women selected to join the Springboks team.

With a strong emphasis on hard work, several players from these clubs have gone on to join teams competing for the Currie Cup.

As part of a rugby sponsorship, the Hollywood Foundation proudly contributed rugby equipment to Ikageng Rugby Development, on 21 October 2022.

The Purple Team’s generous contribution was graciously acknowledged by Euboy Mampanthle, the Chairman of Ikageng Rugby Development, who expressed his gratitude and stated that this act of kindness would serve as a motivating factor for the players to achieve future victories.

Impala Rugby Club

The Hollywood Foundation is always at the forefront of sports development, and this July, the Purple Team went above and beyond to aid Impala Rugby Club with sports equipment and financial assistance for a rugby clinic in Rustenberg.

Impala Rugby Club was established in 1895 and currently boasts 238 players, who are organised into three different teams. The players, aged between 9 and 13, practice three times a week at the Impala Rugby Club Stadium.

This academy was established to develop and nurture talent from an early age.

Wynand Burger, the Chairperson at Impala Rugby Club, revealed that their most proud achievement was winning the National Club

Championship. The club has also had players who were elevated to the Currie Cup.

Along with providing equipment for the rugby clinic, the Purple Team also extended financial assistance for the club to purchase food,

beverages and T-Shirts for the players. Burger expressed his gratitude and acknowledged the Team’s crucial role, saying, “Without the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution, hosting the clinic would not have been possible.”

“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.”

- Pablo Picasso

Kei Road Springbok Rugby Football Club

The Hollywood Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in the communities it serves and in December, the Purple Team journeyed to the Eastern Cape to provide aid to the Kei Road Springbok Rugby Football Club through a rugby sponsorship.

The Foundation responded to a request for aid, which led to their support of the Kei Road Springbok Rugby Football Club.

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KwaMagxaki High School

Numerous schools in the country offer sport as an extra-mural activity, providing learners with a platform to stay fit, and active, and develop their skills.

The Hollywood Foundation places a priority on grassroots sports development and has assisted many sporting clubs across various codes, including rugby, football, netball and cricket. In August, the Team made a special contribution to KwaMagxaki High

the aim to help nurture aspiring rugby players, the club also grooms these young players to provide them with opportunities to play the sport professionally.

On 1 December 2022, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a range of equipment to the club, including rugby jerseys, shorts, socks, tracksuits,

tackle bags, contact shields, kicking tees, first aid kits, kitbags, ball pumps and whistles.

Sakhumuzi Nkoye, the Secretary at Kei Road Springbok Rugby Football Club, said that he was grateful for the assistance given to them as the equipment will enable the players to elevate their game to new heights.

School, which boasts a cohort of promising and dedicated rugby players.

KwaMagxaki High School was established in 1987 to promote education among the Black community. The school offers educational programmes for learners and has had many teachers and coaches working hard to promote rugby among them. On 3 August 2022, the Team paid a special visit to KwaMagxaki High School in Port Elizabeth, to present the players with new rugby balls for use during practice sessions

and matches.

Mhlomeli Matika, a Teacher at KwaMagxaki High School, showed appreciation towards the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution. He said, “We are very thankful for this contribution as it will help our school rugby teams to practice. Previously, we only had one rugby ball which made it challenging to have productive training sessions.”

Moorreesburg Rugby Club

The Moorreesburg Rugby Club was formed in 2000 to promote community relationships and deter children from street life in the rural town of Moorreesburg, located approximately 90km north of Cape Town.

Currently, the club comprises of 80 registered players aged between 18 and 47, split across three teams.

The teams practice thrice weekly at the Rosenhof Sports Ground.

The club’s most significant achievement was winning the league in 2011, and some of its players were promoted to play for the Boland Union. Despite not having a junior structure, the club hosts rugby clinics for boys and girls aged between 7 and 17.

The Moorreesburg Rugby Club faces several challenges due to its location in a rural area where players come from impoverished backgrounds. As a result, the Purple Team provided support to the club by

contributing essential rugby equipment such as jerseys, shorts, socks, tackle bags and rugby balls. Andre Pekeur, the Chairman of the club, was extremely thankful for the contribution and added that this is a success story for the club.

“A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.”

- Steve Maraboli

Ohlange High School

One of the goals of the Hollywood Foundation is to support aspiring athletes from grassroots level through various rugby sponsorships.

In October, the Purple Team made a positive impact by providing rugby kits for boys and girls, as well as equipment, to Ohlange High School in Inanda.

Ohlange

High School

was founded by John Langalibalele Dube, and the rugby club was established in 2003 to introduce learners to the new sporting code.

The club also aims to teach more learners how to play the sport

and hopes to develop talented players to play for the Cell C Sharks and many other South African teams. Rugby, like any other sport, is known to teach important values like discipline, determination and hard work.

As a continuation of the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to supporting developing sports teams, the Team paid a special visit to Ohlange High School to contribute rugby kits to the aspiring players.

This included new rugby jerseys, shorts, socks, golf shirts, water bottles, talking bags, driving bags, pole protectors, cones, water bottle

carriers, balls, kicking tee, agility hurdles and first aid kits.

The school was nominated by Zinhle Ndawonde, a Springbok and Sharks lady player, to receive this contribution.

Ms Dlamini, a Teacher at Ohlange High School, said that they are mostly dependent on the KwaZulu-Natal Rugby Union for support. She further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution which she said will make training easier and more efficient. She added, “With this kit and equipment, we will be able to attract more players.”

Saldanha Bay Easter Tournament

Through various handovers and sponsorships, the Hollywood Foundation has been encouraging future athletes to set the field on fire with their skills and abilities.

With Grassroots Sport Development being a dedicated pillar for the Purple Team, the aim is to constantly find new sporting clubs to assist, and contribute towards the growth of upcoming stars. In April, the Hollywood Foundation

proudly sponsored the Saldanha Bay Easter Tournament, and brought the community of Saldanha Bay together in the Western Cape. Speaking about the sponsorship from the Hollywood Foundation, Betram Vraagom, the

Project Team Leader for Saldanha Bay Rugby Club, said that rugby and sport in general, plays a major role within the community and it is an effective way to bring

about change. He also said that the Hollywood Foundation has brought tremendous value to the Easter Tournament. He added, “This contribution will greatly

assist the club players and the community, but also local businesses, because through the tournament, an influx of people will enter the West Coast.”

talents on the field with passion and a strong drive to succeed.

The first iQhawe Week was held in Cape Town in September 2013 and was a collaboration between the Cell C SA Rugby Legends and the South African Rugby Union. Its purpose was to provide a platform for players from new, introductory, small, rural, lower-league and non-traditional rugby schools to participate in a tournament of equal stature to the National Craven Week and Grant Khomo Weeks.

The Hollywood Foundation iQhawe Week

The Hollywood Foundation, in partnership with the Cell C SA Rugby Legends and the South African Rugby Union, sponsored the eighth instalment of iQhawe Week, which took place at the Johannesburg Stadium in Gauteng, from 3 – 6 October 2022.

This year, the tournament was renamed Hollywood Foundation iQhawe Week and the Purple Team was proud to be the main sponsor. The Purple Team is committed to supporting rugby at grassroots level, through meaningful contributions

such as rugby kits and equipment. This year, the tournament took place in Johannesburg, hosted by the Golden Lions Rugby Union, featuring representative teams from 14 rugby provinces. For the first time, five girl’s teams from the Golden Lions, Blue Bulls and Falcons participated in the tournament.

The iQhawe Week is a highly esteemed rugby tournament for Under-15 boys in South Africa that recently resumed after a two-year hiatus.

This year’s tournament saw 14 boys and 5 girls’ teams showcasing their

Since its inception, many players have progressed to play provincial rugby and even pursue degrees while competing in the Varsity Cup. Through its sponsorship of this rugby tournament, the Hollywood Foundation has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to rugby development, and its ability to nurture future talent.

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The Cell C SA Rugby Legends are thrilled to have the Hollywood Foundation iQhawe Week back. It is SA’s premier u15 rugby tournament, giving the country’s untapped talent

an opportunity to shine. To make it even more special, for the first time, we are incorporating a girl’s tournament to run alongside the boy’s tournament. We are extremely grateful to the Hollywood Foundation, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng Government, SA Rugby and the Lions Rugby Union for all their support,” said Cell C SA Rugby Legends CEO, John Smit. “The Hollywood

Foundation is proud to be partnering with the SA Rugby Legends in sponsoring the iQhawe Rugby Week. We are passionate about sports, but more importantly, passionate about grassroots development, and building a future for the sporting talent in this country. We know how vital it is for these previously disadvantaged youngsters to showcase their rugby talents on a stage

like this. We congratulate all the boys and girls that have been selected for the week and wish them all the best on the field of play,” said Devin Heffer, Brand and Communications Manager at Hollywoodbets.

Rocklands Rugby Club

The Purple Team remains dedicated to developing sports at grassroots level and has already assisted 226 sports teams in the past year.

With a commitment to reaching even more teams this year, the Team has extended its support to Rocklands Rugby Club in the Western Cape through a rugby sponsorship from the Hollywood Foundation, much to the delight of the

club and its players. Located in Rocklands, this rugby club was established in 1982 in response to the community’s passion for the sport. The club’s objectives are to promote social interaction and empower the youth.

Despite facing various challenges, such as a shortage of essential equipment for their players, Rocklands Rugby Club remains committed to the sport.

On 2 November 2022, the Hollywood Foundation proudly contributed rugby essentials, including rugby kits, tackle bags and contact shields, to the club.

Jaftha Petrus, the Chairman of Rocklands Rugby Club, thanked the Team for the meaningful items and said that the equipment will enhance the skills of the players, and allow the club to set an example for upcoming athletes.

Thubalethu High School

In December, the Hollywood Foundation Team made a special visit to Thubalethu High School where they presented rugby equipment at the school as part of their ongoing efforts to support various sports teams.

This initiative is aimed at nurturing young athletes and promoting development at grassroots level. The Purple Team has been actively involved in sponsoring rugby programmes throughout the year, highlighting

their commitment to supporting sports development.

Established in 1989, Thubalethu High School, located in the Eastern Cape, is dedicated to educating learners. The school’s rugby team aims to instill discipline in its players while also grooming them to become future rugby stars.

Upon their visit, the Hollywood Foundation Team was privileged to present the school with new rugby jerseys, shorts, socks, golf shirts, water bottles, tackle

bags, pole protectors, cones, water bottle carriers, kicking tees and first aid kits.

Aubrey Bokveldt, the Coach for Thubalethu High School’s rugby team, expressed his aim to shape learners into socially-conscious and morally-upright individuals who can excel in the sport. He said that they are grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for this generous gesture. He added, “Better kit and equipment will improve the club’s quality of life and lead to better results.”

Welkom-Gimnasium

The Hollywood Foundation was delighted to assist five players at Welkom-Gimnasium, a Free-State-based school established in 1953.

Rugby has been a crucial part of the school’s effort to uplift its players.

The school boasts 210 players across its junior and senior teams, and its goal is to develop local talent.

Over the years, some players from WelkomGimnasium have secured contracts with the junior structures of the Bulls and Western Province rugby teams. Sports development continues to be a major pillar for the Hollywood Foundation, as the Team recognises that many people in South Africa turn to sports to overcome various social challenges.

On 4 July 2022, the Hollywood Foundation sponsored the participation fees of five rugby players from Welkom-Gimnasium who were selected to take part in the Craven Week tournament, an annual rugby union tournament for school boys held in Cape Town from 3 – 9 July. The Foundation’s support underscores its dedication to nurturing young athletes and promoting the sport at grassroots level.

Roean Bezuidenhout, the Head of Sport at Welkom-Gimnasium, was ecstatic to hear that

some of the rugby players will be receiving funding this year to compete in the tournament.

He added that this contribution will allow the players to receive exposure and opportunities to study further.

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”

- Winston Churchill

SOCCER DEVELOPMENT

GAUTENG Bolo Ya Rona Soccer Tournament

The Hollywood Foundation is in the process of continuing to uplift many sporting clubs across the country.

Through various handovers, the Team has embarked on a mission to ensure that future stars are motivated to reach their fullest potential. In December, the Purple Team in Gauteng made a significant contribution to the Bola Ya Rona Soccer Tournament. Zakhelesiwela Foundation, the host

Hollywood Foundation has made a tremendous impact on the overall well-being and performance of the players.

Established in 2019, the Zakhelesiwela Foundation aims to increase youth participation in sports. The tournament frequently faced the challenge of insufficient funding and resources. The Hollywood Foundation, known for

championing grassroots sports development, contributed soccer balls, kits, medals and bottles of water to assist the players during the tournament.

According to Zakhele Siwela, the Founder of Zakhelesiwela Foundation, the support provided by the Hollywood Foundation will be instrumental in expanding the tournament and enhancing the players’ abilities.

Eden Park Soccer Tournament

In April 2022, the Hollywood Foundation provided support to a football association based in Gauteng. The Eden Park Local Football Association organised an annual Easter soccer tournament at the Eden Park Stadium, with teams from nearby areas participating. The Purple Team sponsored the tournament by providing a trophy,

Field Fans

As part of its commitment to fostering talent in the country, the Hollywood Foundation selected Field Fans, a sports club based in Mamelodi East, to receive its support.

The Purple Team is passionate about developing the skills of athletes from grassroots level and affording them an opportunity to develop and compete on the big stage in the future, through meaningful

medals, and five cases of water. This marked the Hollywood Foundation’s initial involvement with the association which will aid in their objective of developing players. Sebastian Smith, a representative, expressed appreciation

for the contribution and stated that the resources would enhance the soccer teams in the region. He conveyed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation.

sports sponsorships. Established in 2021, Field Fans is a sports club comprising 16 teams and a total of 160 players. The club prioritises the skills and abilities of its athletes, and it was created at a critical time to provide less-fortunate individuals with an opportunity to showcase their talents. The players train three times a week in Mamelodi, and the club’s proudest moment

was when it streamed a tournament live on YouTube.

Previously, the club held various tournaments to raise funds to support its overall operations. Recognising an opportunity to make a difference in sports development, the Team from Gauteng provided a sports sponsorship to Field Fans on 28 September 2022.

Lesedi Kunene, the Director at Field Fans, said that the contribution will uplift the players, as the club will now be able to purchase new kits and training attire, which will allow them to train more effectively and bring a sense of belonging within the club.

Josta Dladla Legends Tournament

The Hollywood Foundation, known for its dedication to sports development at grassroots level, made a generous contribution to the Josta Dladla’s Soccer Legends Tournament held on 9 October 2022 in Gauteng.

This was a significant boost to the tournament and its Founder Josta Dladla, who is a legendary retired South African footballer.

Josta Dladla is a prominent figure in the South African football fraternity, having played for top clubs such as Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, AGF Aarhus in Denmark, and the South African National Team.

Despite being retired, Josta has continued to be an active sports enthusiast and maintains his excellent body shape and athleticism. His passion for community development and upliftment has led him to be involved in various programmes, including running soccer clinics for upcoming

soccer players. Organising the Josta Dladla’s Soccer Legends Tournament was a significant step in preserving the legacy of South African soccer legends. For Josta, the tournament was an opportunity to make an impact in the community and showcase the talents of retired soccer professional players who are often forgotten once they retire from the game.

The tournament is comprised of eight teams, each with 10 players aged 35 and upwards. Each participating team practice once a week in their respective communities. Josta’s own team, comprising of retired soccer professional

players, also participated in the tournament, adding to the excitement and competitiveness of the event.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution was a welcome boost to the tournament and helped Josta to preserve the legacy of South African soccer legends. With the Foundation’s support, the tournament was able to provide a platform for retired soccer professional players to showcase their skills and connect with their fans once again.

Josta Dladla expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their support, noting that the contribution would go a long way in reminding people of some of the soccer players in the history of football in South Africa.

JVW Girls FC

The Purple Team has been working hard to shine a spotlight on many female sporting athletes, who possess the hunger, desire and determination to excel in their respective careers. In an attempt to assist sport from grassroots level, the Hollywood Foundation has identified and supported many clubs, through various contributions. This year, the Team in Gauteng was humbled to reach out and assist JVW Girls FC in Dickie Fritz Avenue.

JVW Girls FC was established in 2012 andis comprised of five teams. To nurture young talent, the Cub’s football programme is open to girls who are between the ages of 8

and 35. There are over 100 players at the club, and all teams, except for the first team, practice twice a week at Jeppe Quondam, the home of the Blue Diamonds.

JVW Girls FC was ultimately created with females in mind – and to afford them a safe space to express their love, passion and talent for the game in a friendly and comfortable environment. Lauren Duncan, the Director of the club, stated that she has witnessed many proud moments at JVW Girls FC, such as the selection of a few players to represent the country, being considered one of the best development programmes for Women’s Football in the country as well as being featured in

the junior and senior National Teams. Prior to the assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, Lauren explained that it was difficult to attract sponsorship support. After witnessing the sterling work being done at JVW Girls FC, the Hollywood Foundation was honoured to make a monetary contribution to the club.

Lauren was elated to receive aid from the Hollywood Foundation, and remarked, “The contribution from the Hollywood Foundation has helped the club immensely to assist with transport allowances and other transport costs, meals and the running costs of the club. It will also assist in securing proper facilities for the players.”

Legs of Thunder Foundation

The Legs of Thunder Foundation hosted a variety of Winter Games in 2022 with the assistance of a monetary contribution from the Hollywood Foundation. The Thembisa-based organisation owned by Jerry Sikhosana was founded in 2021 with the aim of unearthing talent and giving players an opportunity to showcase their skills and reach their dream of playing professional football.

The Hollywood Foundation also provides support to the Legs of Thunder Foundation, offering support to its teams that comprise

of 90 players in total across the junior and senior structures.

The junior team trains thrice a week, while the senior team practices five days a week. The Legs of Thunder Foundation’s most significant accomplishment was the promotion of its Under-19 team to the VW League, the second division of the ABC Motsepe League.

Additionally, several of the players have moved on to play in other leagues, including the All-Stars in the NFD League and Pirates MDC.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution to the Legs of Thunder Foundation has been

crucial in helping them to unearth more talent and ensuring the success of the Winter Games tournament. The Foundation’s support of grassroots sports development is a testament to its commitment to uplifting communities and providing opportunities for talented youth to showcase their skills and potentially pursue a career in sports.

Lizzy Sikhosana, the Administrator at Legs of Thunder Foundation, said she was grateful for the support they have received from the Hollywood Foundation.

Lerato Lamola Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation’s focus on sports development from grassroots level exemplifies its commitment to providing opportunities for talented youth and children from disadvantaged backgrounds to participate in sports activities.

Such initiatives are crucial in identifying and nurturing future sports stars and creating a positive impact on youth development. One of the organisations that have benefited from the Hollywood Foundation’s support is the Lerato Lamola Foundation based in Gauteng. The NPO was established in 2015 with the primary objective of promoting soccer and netball in their community.

MNYA Sports Academy

The Hollywood Foundation brought back the confidence of soccer players at a tournament through a contribution of

The organisation organises tournaments to help enrich the teams and provide a platform for young talent to showcase their skills.

On 5 October 2022, the Hollywood Foundation provided a monetary contribution to the Lerato Lamola Winter Games. This contribution covered tournament expenses including prize money, soccer equipment, netball equipment, and administration fees. The Lerato Lamola

give them a platform to shine. Speaking about the contribution, Mnyamezeli Madolo, a representative from the academy, said it brought the players’ confidence back. He added that the tournament was a huge success. “Thank you to Hollywood Foundation for making our dreams come true,” he added.

Winter Games witnessed a significant turnout of participants from the community, with numerous young players displaying impressive skills on the field. Lerato Lamola, the Chairperson of the organisation, expressed her gratitude for the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution and said that it would have been extremely difficult to run the tournament successfully without it. soccer kits to a Libodebased club in June 2022. The players at the MNYA Sports Academy, which was established in 2019 in the Eastern Cape, received a contribution of soccer kits. The academy is comprised of 120 players from 18 teams. The academy aims to develop aspiring soccer enthusiasts and

Off the Wall Powerball

This year, the Hollywood Foundation extended a helping hand to Off the Wall Powerball, a football club in Gauteng. The Team humbly made a financial contribution to the club, in order to ensure that upcoming athletes have the best possible chance of success. Off the Wall Powerball is located in Boksburg, and it opened its doors to groom the next generation of stars in 2007. There are currently 92 teams that compete in various leagues throughout

Randburg FC

The Hollywood Foundation understands that sport can be used as a positive platform for the youth to grow and develop. Through various projects and handovers, the Purple Team has been making meaningful contributions to motivate players to give their best on the field. Randburg FC has been a beacon of hope to future soccer stars from within the community, and this year, the Team was humbled to make a financial contribution to the club.

the week. The club has also taken an active interest in nurturing young talent, through coaching programmes and clinics that take place on weekends. Off the Wall Powerball was formed to bridge the gap between the youth and soccer development, and since its formation, the club has grown remarkably. One of the club’s proudest moments included raising funds for victim families who lost loved ones during the tragic Boksburg Blast, through the hosting of a tournament.

The Purple Team, who is on a mission of assisting various development clubs

Randburg FC has created a legacy in Gauteng, and has been in existence since 1974. The club prides itself on the ability to give back, and in the process, cultivate the next generation of star athletes.

The financial contribution was warmly received by Randburg FC, due to their constant encouragement to children who come from underprivileged households. Kevin Mudie, the Chairman of Randburg FC, stated

in South Africa, chose to ease the challenges faced at the club, through financial assistance.

Nici Boswell, the Owner of Off the Wall Powerball, expressed delight after receiving support from the Hollywood Foundation, and added that the branding and exposure used at games have also helped to grow the Purple brand in turn.

that the much-needed support from the Hollywood Foundation will help with the purchasing of soccer kits, as well as paying the transport fees for the players.

Shumba Football Development NPC

The Hollywood Foundation’s support for sports development initiatives at grassroots level promotes the positive impact of sport on youth development and creates opportunities for children from disadvantaged backgrounds to participate in sport activities that they would not have otherwise had access to.

On 5 July 2022, the Hollywood Foundation threw its weight behind the Shumba Football Development NPC. The Purple Team from

Gauteng visited the club with a monetary contribution to help the club with their needs including kits and equipment. Shumba Football Development NPC was established in 2015 with the aim to teach the art of football to the youth of Noordwyk.

The organisation participates in various regional leagues whilst balancing football and education.

The contribution from the Hollywood Foundation helped the organisation to fix their bus which was in an accident and could not transport the players

when they had games. The players in this club are between the ages of 13 and 21.

Siyabulela Loyilane, the representative at Shumba Football Development NPC, expressed his appreciation and said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will ensure that the players have transport to take them to their games.

Tebogo Mokoena Sports and Development Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation lent a helping hand to the Tebogo Mokoena Sports and Development Foundation, with a financial contribution and equipment in June 2022. This Foundation, which

is based in Gauteng, was established in 2015 to give young ones an opportunity to showcase their talents and to expose them to the world of sports at a young age.

They currently have 260 players, both girls and boys, who partake in

different sporting codes including soccer, netball and rugby. The players are from the ages of 11 to 20, and they practice four days a week at Samson Grounds and Sam Ntuli Sport Club.

Tebogo Mokoena, the Chairperson of the club, said that they also have players that are now playing in the Multichoice League. “Before the contribution from the Purple Team, I was using money from my own pocket. The contribution will make a huge difference in our lives,” he said.

Touchline Arena (Shoeshine and Piano Tournament)

Sports development is an important aspect of youth development. It is through sports that children can learn valuable life lessons such as teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. Furthermore, sports provide a platform for talented youth to showcase their skills and potentially pave the way for a career in sports. It is with this understanding that the Hollywood Foundation has been supporting various sports initiatives around the country.

In line with its mission, the Hollywood Foundation was honoured to make a monetary contribution to Touchline

Arena (PTY) LTD in Mabopane, Gauteng. The contribution was aimed at supporting the organisation’s mission of introducing 5-a-side leagues and tournaments under the company’s brand.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution to Touchline Arena not only supports its mission but also promotes the positive impact of sports on youth development.

Touchline Arena was established in 2019. The Shoeshine and Piano Tournament was held by the company in June which saw 16 male teams and eight female teams compete. The teams’ practice in their respective areas to ensure that they are

ready for any sports tournament or game.

The players are between the ages of 18 and 35. Before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, Touchline Arena was solely reliant on their own funds which resulted in sometimes having to adjust the prize money. Lesego Mohuba, the Director at Touchline Arena, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation helped them to cover the costs of setting up the tournament and reach a larger audience through their marketing campaigns.

Tswaranang Soccer Tournament

Since 2015, this Thembisa-based club

has been helping to develop future soccer stars by enhancing their skills and abilities. In April 2022, the Purple Team made a contribution of a soccer kit, trophies and medals to Rex Tswaranang Sports Club to help with their sports and recreation programmes. This marked the first time that the club received such a contribution.

Rex Matibidi, a representative of the club, expressed gratitude on behalf of the team, stating that the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution would have a significant impact on the players and the community.

Vaal Elite Soccer Academy

Sport has the undeniable power to bring about positive change in society, and the Vaal Elite Soccer Academy is one such organisation that harnesses sports to uplift and empower youth in their community. Established in 2016, the academy has been tirelessly working towards identifying and nurturing soccer talent within the Vereeniging community in Gauteng.

With over 100 players who practice three times a week, the academy has been

facing various challenges due to limited resources. However, their efforts have not gone unnoticed, as the Hollywood Foundation, a nonprofit organisation that focusses on sports development from grassroots level, has stepped in to offer a helping hand to the academy.

On 2 February 2023, the Gauteng Team visited the academy with a monetary contribution to support their mission of empowering the youth in their community through sports. The Foundation’s

contribution is intended to aid the academy in covering significant expenses such as purchasing soccer kits and equipment.

Emmanuel, the Manager at Vaal Elite Soccer Academy, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their support. He noted that the contribution will go a long way in helping the academy to continue with its efforts to develop soccer talent in its community.

Women Tertiary Games

Women Tertiary Games, based in Tembisa, has been a safe space for women who aspire to showcase their talent and skills on the field.

The Hollywood Foundation seeks to raise the profile of female athletes in the country and provide them with opportunities to advance their sporting careers.

This year, the Gautengbased Purple Team was honoured to make a financial contribution to the organisation, to assist with their mission of

developing future stars. Established in 2015, Women Tertiary Games comprises of 10 teams and has implemented junior structures to provide young talent with the necessary support, mentorship, and coaching.

The club currently boasts 250 players who practice every week and relish the opportunity to engage in teamwork. The primary objective behind the creation of Women Tertiary Games was to capacitate local clubs, address social issues, create employment and identify new and

fresh talent.

One of the organisation’s proudest moments was receiving a visit from professional female coaches, for scouting purposes. Prior to receiving aid from the Hollywood Foundation, the club relied on contributions from parents, and club directors.

Bonolo Mokoatle, a representative from Women Tertiary Games, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will have a profound impact on the lives of many players.

KwaZulu-Natal

AmaZulu Community Trust (Hollywoodbets Siyakhula Cup)

When the Hollywood Foundation contributed to AmaZulu Community Trust for the first time, the stars had aligned. As a caring football club, AmaZulu’s values closely link with those of the Purple Team. Established in 2009, AmaZulu Community Trust’s sole purpose is to assist the community to roll out uplifting

Fynnland FC

In an effort to bring communities together, the Hollywood Foundation has been using the dedicated pillar, Grassroots Sports Development, to positively impact lives and households throughout the country. In June, the Team in KwaZulu-Natal was humbled to visit Fynnland FC, in order to contribute a soccer kit for their players.

Fynnland FC, based in the Bluff, is comprised of eight dedicated teams, and over 120 enthusiastic and determined players. The players practice on weekdays, at Fynnland FC’s sports ground. The coaches and staff at the club take an active interest in the development of the

programmes such as the development of younger players. Teams in the various divisions include Under-13 up to Under-19, with 80 players who practice on a weekly basis.

The club has had some of its players move up into other leagues such as the SAB League and DStv Diski Challenge. The club has been sustaining itself through donations from various sources.

Programmes Manager,

youth, which resulted in the implementation of junior structures and programmes.

The desire for the formation of the club was due to witnessing the passion that the community had for the sport, and the desire for upcoming athletes to set the field on fire with their talent. One of Fynnland FC’s greatest moments was winning a senior division. Being a developing sporting club means that there are

Mpho Dintwa, said the club’s proudest moments are when players graduate. Speaking about the assistance from the Purple Team, he added, “Hollywood Foundation’s contribution will enable the club to avail more opportunities to youngsters to showcase their talent.”

many challenges and hardships to endure, and this club struggled with resources and funding.

On 25 June 2022, the Purple Team lent their hand of support to the club, by providing the players with a kit for their upcoming matches and games.

Bianca Adams, the Chairlady at Fynnland FC, said that the contribution will have a profound impact on the club and its players in the future.

an opportunity for players to showcase their skills and reach their dream of playing professional football. However, like many grassroots clubs, they have struggled with limited resources to pursue their mission.

empowering and nurturing talent in the community.

Hambanathi United Hambanathi United, a soccer team based in Hambanathi, KwaZulu-Natal, was established in 2009, with the aim of developing soccer in the community and surrounding areas. The football club provides

Headstart to Fitness Academy

The Hollywood Foundation is making great strides in giving back to the community. In March 2022, the Purple Team contributed caps, T-Shirts, medals, draw strings and water to Headstart to Fitness Academy, based in Greenwood Park in Durban.

The academy, which was established in 2014, consists of 12 teams with 120 players, who are juniors in the foundation phase from different areas. The players are aged

In recognition of the importance of supporting sports development at grassroots level, the Hollywood Foundation contributed equipment to Hambanathi United on 9 December 2022. This contribution will help the team to continue

between seven and 10. The aim of the academy is to bridge the gap between Model C schools and disadvantaged schools by giving each child a chance to participate in the sport. The players practice at their various school grounds and local parks twice a week.

Khayelihle Hlatshwayo, the Director, said that since the academy was established, they have had seven players from the league who have now joined the Riverside Football Club in Durban North. He added that the club’s

Mr. Mdluli, the representative for Hambanathi United, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution. He explained that this support will help the club to provide better equipment, facilities and resources for their players to improve their skills and compete at a higher level.

proudest moment was when they held a tournament in the South Coast where kids from the informal settlement won. “The contribution from the Hollywood Foundation has created hope for the community that everything is possible. With this, we want to reach more children in dire need of such opportunities,” he added.

Highway United FC

The Hollywood Foundation is committed to supporting sports development at grassroots level, and a contribution to Highway United FC is a testament to that commitment. On 10 August 2022, the Hollywood Foundation made a meaningful contribution to the club to ensure that they have enough resources. It is through such initiatives that talented youth can be identified and nurtured to become future sports stars. The Hollywood Foundation believes that by supporting teams like Highway United FC, they can help promote

the positive impact of sports on youth development and create a better future for young people in South Africa. The club was formed in 1992 in the Upper Highway area in Hillcrest. Like many developing clubs, Highway United FC was solely reliant on sponsorships.

Courtney Theunisses, the Manager at the club, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will subsidise membership fees to make football more affordable for their members and assist with muchneeded infrastructure requirements. soccer tournament in Durban.

The Hollywood Foundation aims to tackle various social issues that impact the citizens of the country by offering hope through a meaningful contribution.

Manqoba Mkhize

Khaba

One of the Hollywood Foundation’s key focus areas is sports development. The Team firmly believes that contributing towards grassroots clubs is instrumental in building a solid sporting foundation

across the country. The Purple Team was delighted to sponsor the Khaba Cup 2022, organised by Manqoba Mkhize.

The Hollywood Foundation’s monetary contribution was vital in facilitating the youth

This year, the Hollywood Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots sports development and has positively impacted the lives of many players.

Mlungisi Ngubane Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation has always been committed to supporting grassroots sports development, and their contribution to the Mlungisi Ngubane Foundation is a testament to their commitment. On 30 June 2022, the Hollywood Foundation made a meaningful contribution to the organisation, assisting them in their efforts to nurture and develop young talent in Montclair, Durban.

The Mlungisi Ngubane Foundation was established in 2008 with the aim of assisting players from disadvantaged backgrounds. The players,

who are between the ages of 13 and 19, practice four times a week, and there are a total of 80 players in the organisation.

The foundation has achieved significant success, including winning the Engen Tournament in 2021 and having some of their players move up to play for other leagues.

As a developing organisation, the Mlungisi Ngubane Foundation relied solely on the owner’s pocket and generous sponsors to fund its activities. However, the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation was a significant boost in realising the

organisation’s vision and objectives.

The monetary contribution assisted the organisation in hosting a successful tournament and creating more opportunities for talented youth in the community.

Elasto Kapwezha, a representative of the organisation, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution. He said that they were struggling to get by as they had limited resources, but the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will help them to reach more youth and give them opportunities to attract professional teams.

Mshishi Sports, Arts and Culture Festival

The importance of sports, arts, and culture in shaping and developing young people cannot be overemphasised.

This is why organisations that create platforms for engagement in these activities are crucial in uplifting and empowering communities, especially in disadvantaged areas.

One such event is the Mshishi Sports, Arts, and Culture Festival held in Msinga in KwaZulu-Natal.

Established in 2022, the Msinga Sports, Arts,

and Culture Festival has quickly gained a reputation as a champion of youth development. In December, the organisation hosts a tournament that attracts 16 teams and 320 participants between the ages of 15 and 35.

The tournament provides a platform for talented youth to showcase their skills and potentially pursue a career in their respective fields.

The success of the 2021 tournament was a proud moment for the organisation with several players who participated

in the tournament making the step up to professional football, which is a testament to the organisation’s commitment to identifying and developing talent.

Siyethemba Phungula, the Director of the Mshishi Sports, Arts, and Culture Festival, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution. She highlighted that this assistance will go a long way in empowering young people in the Msinga community and creating a better future for them.

Siyabonga Sangweni Foundation

The Siyabonga Sangweni Foundation is a non-profit organisation that was established in 2012 with the objective of nurturing grassroots sports talent in rural and peri-urban areas.

The foundation was founded by Siyabonga Sangweni, a retired South African football legend who played for the national team and various football clubs, including Orlando Pirates and Golden Arrows.

On 21 July 2022, the Siyabonga Sangweni Foundation held a Youth Month Festival which celebrates young sports talent.

The tournament featured 16 teams, including junior and senior structures, with approximately 704 players. The festival has been running for 10 years.

The players who participate in the tournament train twice a week at their respective school fields. In 2023, the foundation plans to introduce Under-15 teams for both male and female players.

The Siyabonga Sangweni Foundation is dependent on funding from both the private sector and the government to run its various programmes. In preparation for the Siyabonga Sangweni Youth Month Festival, the

Hollywood Foundation provided a substantial monetary contribution to the foundation.

This support helped to ease the planning and organisation of the festival.

Thamsanqa Sibiya, the COO of the Siyabonga Sangweni Foundation, expressed his gratitude for the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation. He noted that the funding has allowed the Siyabonga Sangweni Foundation to address a variety of needs, including replacing worn-out football equipment.

Summerfield Dynamos FC

The Hollywood Foundation’s mission to bring hope and make a sustainable impact was further realised by assisting Summerfield Dynamos FC. The monetary aid contribution enabled the Chatsworth-based club to compete in promotion playoffs. The 180-player strong club has varying team divisions, including a junior level, a senior division 2, a senior division SAB and an ABC Motsepe League. The players in the Motsepe

League practice daily at the Havenside Drive Sports Ground, honing their skills and striving for excellence in their respective fields. Reaching the Nedbank Quarter Finals in 2012 and playing against Mamelodi Sundowns at Loftus are some of the club’s proudest moments. The club is solely funded by its Director, Karthigasen Naidoo, and his family, but it also receives strong support from the community. “The community takes a keen interest in monitoring the junior structure of the club.

The contribution from Hollywood Foundation enabled us to travel to Rustenburg for promotion playoffs where we represented KZN. With this positive input from the Hollywood Foundation, we once again strive to uplift and empower the youth of tomorrow,” Naidoo said. The club’s founding objective in 1988 was to provide a positive outlet for youth, keeping them active and away from negative influences on the streets.

Villa Park FC

The Hollywood Foundation’s sponsorship handover day was met with much enthusiasm from Villa Park FC.

The club, which prides itself in being a sporting pillar to the communities of Greenwood Park and Red Hill for over 50 years, was thrilled to welcome the Hollywood Foundation Team.

The Team’s contribution included soccer kits, a variety of soccer balls as well as training gear for the club’s 79 players. Villa Park FC boasts divisions that range from junior teams to senior and over-35 teams, as well as a ladies’ team.

Training takes place on Monday through Thursday and on Saturday mornings. The club’s proudest moments include defeating a pro team in 1984 after it had won a knock-off cup. The club has also produced

notable players such as Peter Scott of Durban City FC, Sheldon Roux of Lamontville Golden Arrows, Kenny Niemack of Kaizer Chiefs and Winston Diplock of Manning Rangers.

The football club’s Chairman, Christopher Bengtson, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for its contribution. “Villa Park FC was already facing financial difficulties before COVID-19 which worsened the situation. All our teams will now look smart in their Hollywood-branded kits,” he said.

LIMPOPO 50 Stars Ladies FC

The Hollywood Foundation continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to the development of sports and the empowerment of young people, by providing support to various teams and foundations.

The Purple Team believes in giving the youth of today a brighter future, by equipping them with the basic needs to enhance their sporting experience. One such team that

received aid is the 50 Stars Ladies FC, a newly-established youth academy with divisions ranging from Under-12 to seniors, with all the teams being exclusively for female players.

The team plays in the Limpopo LFA, and their biggest achievement to date was feeding two players to go on and play for a professional outfit, Black Leopards FC.

On 15 February 2022, the Team in Limpopo visited the 50 Stars Ladies FC academy to hand over sports equipment.

was established in 2013 and has faced numerous challenges in their journey to success. Despite the challenges, Ditlou FC has remained committed to developing the football talent in their community.

The elated players, coaches, and community members expressed their appreciation to Hollywood Foundation for their generous contribution, which they said would enable them to take their sporting activities to the next level.

Ditlou FC

The Hollywood Foundation has once again demonstrated their commitment to uplifting and empowering young people through sports, as they extended a helping hand to Ditlou FC, based in Limpopo. The team, which plays in the National First Division and boasts of five teams,

Their biggest achievement to date was winning the Carling Black Label Cup, an accomplishment that brought pride and joy to the players, coaches, and supporters alike.

The Hollywood Foundation took note of Ditlou FC’s dedication to the sport and the positive impact they have on the community. The Team

visited the club on 12 April 2023 and handed over soccer equipment, which will go a long way in supporting the development of football in the area.

The ecstatic players, coaches, and community members expressed their gratitude to the Purple Team for their generous contribution, which they said would motivate them to work harder and achieve even greater success. With the support of the Hollywood Foundation, Ditlou FC is well on their way to becoming a force to be reckoned with in the world of football.

Mabaleng Community

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to give the youth of tomorrow a brighter future, as they invest and equip them with

Mamu Community Development

This Limpopo-based community development club was established in 1996 in Makhado Village. They have 480 players from 16 villages. In March 2022, the Hollywood Foundation made a contribution to the club and helped with their sports development programmes. The club is open to all ages and their proudest moment was when their players were chosen to play for teams like Kaizer Chiefs, Stars of Africa and Pirates Academy.

basic needs to enhance their sporting experience. Mabaleng Community, based in Limpopo, was the latest to receive aid from the Purple Family.

The soccer club was established in 1996 and the community has done its best to assist the residents with quality sporting equipment with the limited resources at their disposal. The Hollywood Foundation took note of this and paid a visit to the local team on 8 March 2023 to hand over soccer equipment, which will go a long way in the development of football in the area.

Jafter Mamugudubi, the Secretary of the club, said that they are thrilled to receive the contribution from the Purple Team.

“It will make our life easier, thank you Hollywood Foundation for your generous contribution,” he said.

Marhavi FC

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to spread joy, and in May 2022, a contribution was made to Marhavi FC. The club, which was established in 2021, in Mavambe Village in Limpopo, benefitted with equipment to help them with their sports development programme.

According to Mabasa Marlville, the Club Manager, this was the first contribution from the Purple Team. He said if they continue to work hard, with the help of the new equipment, they

Mogalakwena Glitters Academy

This Limpopo-based soccer academy was established in 2019, with the aim to groom players and expose their talents to professional teams. In June 2022, Hollywood Foundation made a contribution to the Mogalakwena Glitters Academy for its soccer tournament. The academy currently has 186 players, divided into six teams. They practice Monday to Friday at their home ground. The academy’s proudest moment was when they won the

would reach their dream to be promoted to a higher league. “We are grateful for the contribution

which will be of great use to us in continuing to upskill players,” he added.

Limpopo Philly Games with many divisions and sending players to MDC. The Mogalakwena Academy also has players who have been promoted to the SAB and MDC.

Before receiving this contribution from the

Hollywood Foundation, they struggled to host a tournament without any assistance. Mashishi Thabiso, the Director at the academy, said that the contribution from the Purple Team helped to make tournament arrangements easy and less stressful.

Nida Sports

The Hollywood Foundation chose to make a contribution to this Giyani-based sports club in May 2022. The Purple Team made a natural decision to assist Nida Sports Club, which aims to give young people an opportunity to chase their dreams.

Since its establishment in 2020, this club from Limpopo has been trying its best to give back to the community and

they do this through the development of sports in the area. The club was identified by the Team in Limpopo for a R100 000 contribution.

According to Nimrod Mbhatali, the Chief Executive Officer of the club, the contribution

by the Hollywood Foundation will provide opportunities to young soccer stars. “This is the third time that the Purple Team has come to our aid and the contribution helped with the event preparations. It was a success,” he said.

The Mark Fish Foundation (NPC)

The Mark Fish Foundation (NPC) has received a much-needed boost from the Hollywood Foundation as they continue to invest in the development of sports and the empowerment of young people.

The coaches and staff have a keen focus on youth development across different divisions. Established in 2017, the foundation has faced numerous challenges in their journey to success.

Despite the challenges, the Mark Fish Foundation has remained committed to developing the youth and promoting sports in their community. Their biggest achievement to date was hosting farmworkers at Lucas Moripe, where they played two matches against SuperSport United FC. This accomplishment brought pride and joy to the players, coaches, and supporters alike and was a significant milestone in the foundation’s history. The Hollywood Foundation recognised the dedication and hard work of the Mark Fish Foundation in promoting

sports and creating opportunities for young people. As part of their ongoing commitment to supporting sports development, the Purple Team visited the foundation on 2 June 2022, to hand over sports equipment for the players to use.

The ecstatic players, coaches, and community members expressed their gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the aid, which they said would enable them to take their sporting activities to the next level.

Tshikota Chelsea FC

The Hollywood Foundation continues to invest in the development of sports and the empowerment of young people, and the Team recently provided support to various teams and foundations.

The Purple Team is committed to giving the youth of tomorrow a brighter future by equipping them with basic needs to enhance their sporting experience.

Turfloop Music Top 8 Soccer and Netball

Limpopo Tlans was ecstatic to receive a contribution of a netball kit, gold and silver medals for its Turfloop Music festival from Hollywood Foundation in May.

This organisation, based in Polokwane in Limpopo, was established in 2014 with the main purpose of

One such team that received aid is Tshikota Chelsea FC, a youth academy that plays in rural Limpopo. Established in 2001, Tshikota Chelsea FC is a team that focusses on developing young players from the Under-11 age group to seniors. Their biggest achievement to date was feeding two players to go on and play for a professional outfit, Black Leopards FC.

On 26 July 2022, the Team in Limpopo visited the academy and handed over sports equipment to assist with operations. The ecstatic players, coaches, and community members expressed their gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their generous assistance, which they said would enable them to take their sporting activities to greater heights.

The Purple Team recognised the dedication and hard work of Tshikota Chelsea FC in promoting sports and creating opportunities for young people. With the support, Tshikota Chelsea FC is now better equipped to continue their mission of developing young talent and promoting sports in their community.

developing sports in this rural area. Limpopo Tlans plays a huge role in sports development in the area for both male and female youth, and encourages them to get involved

in sports. Matlakala Philip, a representative for Limpopo Tlans, said that they want the youth to be more involved in sports which helps to keep them away from off the streets.

MPUMALANGA

Edward Mokgope Youth Soccer Tournament

In June 2022, Mpumalanga-based Oyana Foundation received a generous contribution from the Hollywood Foundation.

The Hollywood Foundation, which is dedicated to supporting communities around the country, saw the potential in the Oyana Foundation’s mission to develop young soccer players in Acornhoek.

The Oyana Foundation was established in 2019 with the goal of providing young boys in the underprivileged township of Acornhoek with a positive outlet to

keep them off the streets and nurture their soccer talents.

The organisation’s focus on soccer not only provides an opportunity for young boys to stay busy, but it also provides a platform to showcase their skills and potentially pursue a career in soccer.

To achieve their goal of developing players, the Oyana Foundation held the Edward Mokgope Youth Soccer Tournament in Acornhoek.

Teams from the surrounding areas competed in the tournament, providing an opportunity for the young players to showcase their

skills and compete at a high level.

In preparation for the tournament, the Team from Mpumalanga made a monetary contribution to the organisation. This contribution helped the Oyana Foundation to improve their resources, which will benefit soccer teams in the area.

Edward Mokgope, the Owner of the Oyana Foundation, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their generous contribution.

He emphasised that the contribution will go a long way towards the development of young soccer players in the area.

Emhlangeni Sports Academy

Sports has always been a great way to keep young people active, motivated, and away from negative influences. In Mbombela, a local club has been doing just that since its formation in 2013.

The E.S.A Kids Football and Education was established with the aim to identify young talent and keep the young ones away from drugs.

The club has two teams comprising of 46 players aged seven years and above who practice

weekly at Mbombela sports field. Their hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed, as they were recently invited to participate in the Kids Awards ceremony.

The club has also had some of its players move up to play for the Motsepe Foundation, showcasing the great talent that exists within the club.

The Hollywood Foundation, which has always been at the forefront of sports development from grassroots level, recently

made a monetary contribution to the club. The Team from Mpumalanga visited the E.S.A Kids Football and Education on 3 December 2022, to hand over their monetary contribution. Greatman Mhlanga, a representative of the E.S.A Kids Football and Education, expressed his gratitude for the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation. He said that the contribution will go a long way in helping the club achieve its goals and support its players.

The 6th Annual Express Tournament

The Mhluzi community in Mpumalanga hosted the 6th Annual Express beauty pageant in February 2023, thanks to the efforts of a local organisation.

Established in 2017, the Express Foundation aims to uplift the community and further educate youth in tertiary institutions.

Their recent event was made possible by the support of the Hollywood Foundation, which made a significant contribution to help them with the event.

The local beauty pageant was an opportunity for young women in the

Mhluzi community to showcase their beauty, confidence, and talents.

It was also an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of education and empowerment for young women.

The organisation’s efforts to promote education and empowerment are crucial, particularly in communities where access to education and opportunities can be limited.

On 3 February 2023, the Team from Mpumalanga officially handed over their contribution to the organisation, which made it possible to host the beauty pageant.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution to the organisation is a testament to their commitment to supporting communities around the country. By partnering with local organisations like this one, the Hollywood Foundation can make a meaningful impact on the lives of people in need.

Sifiso Nkosi, the Director of the organisation, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their support. He said, “With continued support from organisations like the Hollywood Foundation, we can help create a brighter future for communities in need.”

WESTERN CAPE

Mayambela Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation remains committed to making a positive impact on the community.

During the month of April, the Purple Team made a contribution to Mayambela Foundation, which operates in Khayelitsha. Since its establishment in 2018, the Foundation

has implemented various initiatives aimed at supporting the younger generation through programmes focussed on sports development, education, and life skills. Speaking about the contribution, Mark Mayambela, the Chairman of the Mayambela Foundation, mentioned that they currently have over 1 000 youth enrolled in their programmes. He expressed his gratitude towards the Hollywood

Foundation, stating that their contribution will assist in expanding their reach to all targeted households and enable them to introduce programmes that enhance the skills of individuals.

Mayambela added, “We will now have the means to provide upskilling programmes.”

Playsport4Life NPC

The Hollywood Foundation has been leaving a mark with meaningful contributions throughout the country. On 10 November 2022, the Purple Team paid a visit to the Playsport4Life NPC in the Western Cape to sponsor a soccer initiative. With sports development at grassroots level being a major focus of the Hollywood Foundation, it was fitting for the Western Cape Team to impact lives through a monetary contribution to the organisation.

Playsport4Life NPC was founded in 2022 with the objective of supporting youth football development and honing their skills and talents. The club is committed to building a proud tradition of developing young girls in sports while emphasising good conduct both on and off the field. Currently, Playsport4Life NPC boasts one team - the SASOL League team consisting of 25 players who practice three times a week at the WPCC, (Ave De Mist. Rondebosch). The players are between the ages of 12 and 25. Their most remarkable accomplishment was fielding a 12-yearold player in a fiercely competitive SASOL League game, where

they played with impressive composure. The club envisions creating a safe space for girls to play football, with a long-term goal of creating a girl’s-only academy programme to foster the development of local female football talent. The club reached out to the Hollywood Foundation’s Parow branch for support, and the Purple Team was delighted to provide financial assistance as part of a soccer sponsorship initiative. Miles October, the Director of Playsport4Life NPC, said that the contribution will assist them immensely in creating an environment to equip athletes and their young female footballers with the required tools to succeed in their footballing journey.

Oasis `Reach For Your Dream`

The Hollywood Foundation made a generous contribution to the Philippi-based organisation, Oasis, in October 2022.

The Purple Team visited the organisation to deliver the contribution and offer support in advancing Oasis’s mission to improve the lives of those within the community.

Clifford Martinus, who grew up in the sociallychallenged communities of Lavender Hill and Mitchell’s Plain, founded Oasis in 2000 with the goal of revolutionising the way accommodation is provided to the homeless. Unlike traditional shelters that offer temporary housing, Oasis offers a more permanent solution by providing a place that residents can call home. Rent is not required but residents are expected to make a contribution to the household once they have the means to do so.

Children in the household are also expected to assist with certain chores as their contribution.

The focus is on creating a comfortable environment where residents can work

towards improving themselves and reintegrating into society. Aside from its accommodation services, the organisation utilises sports as a tool for development. The organisation’s football and netball programmes attract many young people to the sport, and their coaches prioritise academic performance among students.

Oasis strives to cultivate wholesome young people who recognise the value of avoiding negative influences. Oasis employs an innovative approach to generate funds for supporting its mission.

The organisation owns a pop-up arena that can be transformed into a structured playing area for street football programmes in various communities. This arena also offers advertising space for corporate sponsors, establishing

a mutually beneficial relationship between Oasis and its supporters. Oasis enjoys a strong reputation in multiple communities and townships across the Western Cape, and the organisation has formed a partnership with the Homeless World Cup HQ in Scotland.

Every year, Oasis reaches out to corporate entities for assistance in selecting its team to represent South Africa at the annual Homeless World Cup. The contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will aid Oasis in its pursuit of offering a unique approach to accommodation and bolstering its sports development programmes. Clifford Martinus, the Founder, expressed appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation for their support and urged others to join their cause in uplifting the community.

Ubhayi Khetshe FC

The Hollywood Foundation brought smiles to Ubhayi Khetshe FC with a contribution of bibs, soccer balls and cones, in April 2022.

The football club, established in 2002, focusses on assisting players with the development of their skills.

The Team based in the Western Cape delivered a contribution to the football club.

According to Anathi Mxobeli, the Manager of Ubhayi Khetshe FC, the club currently has 22 players and they hope to see this number grow in the future. Mxobeli expressed

his gratitude for the contribution made by the Hollywood Foundation and explained that it would be beneficial to both players and the community by helping to improve their football skills.

“The secret of living is giving.”

- Tony Robbins

SPORTS KITS

EASTERN CAPE

Hollywoodbets

Govan Mbeki - Royal Bucs FC

The Team in the Eastern Cape was eager and excited to assist a local football club in the region, which is continuing to positively impact the youth through sport.

Grassroots Sports Development is a core pillar for the Hollywood Foundation. The Purple Team acknowledges the remarkable impact that physical activity has proven to have on the youth. Through various soccer sponsorships, an array of football clubs have received meaningful contributions, such as soccer kits and playing equipment, as the Team look to promote the importance of sport throughout South Africa.

Royal Bucs FC was formed in 1978 in the Alexandria farmlands. The club’s mission is to keep young people

away from drugs and criminal activities through sport, and their vision is to produce more professional players. The club is comprised of six teams, Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-17, the Reserve team, and the Senior team, who are currently the reigning champions in their league. The players look forward to active practice sessions, that take place once a day. At the moment, the club is recruiting young girls to start a women’s football team which will partake in the SAFANMB regional league. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning the Police Tournament. Like many other development clubs, there are struggles and hardships to endure, such as ensuring that

the players have adequate playing kits and equipment. The Hollywood Foundation saw the fantastic work being done by the club’s coaches and trainers, and their goal of ensuring that the youth have a positive and healthy environment to learn, grow, and understand the value and importance of teamwork.

On 29 March 2023, the Team from Govan Mbeki was humbled to visit Royal Bucs FC, to hand over a new soccer kit for the players to wear during matches.

Asanda Mari, a Coach for Royal Bucs FC, welcomed the support from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that the new kit would assist the club with their development programme.

Hollywoodbets

GrahamstownMaru FC

The Hollywood Foundation was honoured to make a meaningful contribution to Maru FC.

The Purple Team from Grahamstown visited the club to present the players with soccer kits, socks and bags on 14 March 2023.

Maru FC is based in Grahamstown and the club was created in 2010 to fight social ills by promoting and encouraging Edu-sport amongst the youth. There are five teams

within the club, and 100 players in total, who engage in active practice sessions four times a week at the Village Green and Miki Yili grounds.

The club’s proudest moment was when they won the regional league and the national New Year’s Cup Tournament, twice.

Through the dedication and hard work of coaches and trainers, some players have moved up to play in the ABC Motshepe League and one player has been selected three times to participate in the PSL trials. Like many

football clubs, Maru FC has had their fair share of challenges including lack of resources and shortages of kits.

Upon seeing the club’s potential of creating great sporting stars, the Hollywood Foundation stepped in to assist.

Siyabonga Duma, the Manager at Maru FC, said they were very grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution which would assist with the further development of the club.

Hollywoodbets Jeffreys Bay – Tambo Sports Club

The Hollywood Foundation was honoured to assist Tambo Sports Club in the Eastern Cape in April.

Through various contributions, the Purple Team has been prioritising the needs of many grassroots sport development clubs and giving upcoming athletes an opportunity to shine on the field.

Based in Tamboville, Tambo Sports Club is passionate about promoting involvement in sports within the

community. The club was established in 2020, and consists of 12 sporting codes, including football and rugby. In total, there are 600 players at the club who engage in active practice sessions from Monday to Thursday, at the Tamboville facility.

Junior structures have also been implemented at the club, to ensure that young athletes receive the necessary training to enhance their abilities.

The club was primarily established to encourage and coordinate sports participation and ensure that the community has a social hub to remain fit

and active. Some of the players at the club have set the field on fire through their dedication and commitment, which have seen them move on to play for bigger leagues.

On 18 April 2023, the Team from Jeffreys Bay visited the club, to present the soccer team with their new kit.

Benjamin Tom, the Director of Tambo Sports Club, warmly welcomed the generous contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, and said that it would inspire more players to join the club.

Hollywoodbets Korsten - Mabayibone FC

The Purple Team is constantly looking for local sports club to equip with sports kit and playing equipment, given that Grassroots Sports Development is a dedicated programme at the Hollywood Foundation.

In March, the Team in the Eastern Cape was honoured to visit Mabayibone FC, a football club that aims to motivate the youth and afford them a social outlet to remain fit and active.

Mabayibone FC opened its doors to energetic and eager young stars

in 2006, and currently, the club consists of five teams, Under-13, Under-14, Under-15, Under-16 and Under-17. In total, there are more than 40 players at the club, who practice from Monday to Thursday. The club was formed to ensure that the youth within the community are kept occupied and shielded from a harsh life filled with many social challenges, such as domestic, substance and alcohol abuse. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning an Easter tournament.

The club stands firm on its values, which includes fair play, team spirit and raising kids. Like many

other development clubs, the club has had their fair share of challenges, such as a lack of adequate playing kit and equipment.

Mabayibone FC has reached out to many organisations and businesses for support, and on 30 March 2023, their dreams became a reality when the Hollywood Foundation agreed to supply the club with an essential sporting kit.

The Team from Korsten visited the club, to hand over the contribution to the players. The kit, which comprised of jerseys and shorts, formed part of a soccer sponsorship, and has the aim of ensuring that the players compete in matches with pride, unity and dignity.

Thulani, a representative from Mabayibone FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the club, and said that the new kit would help to improve the outlook of the team.

Hollywoodbets Newton Park - Glenville

Celtic FC

Glenville Celtic FC, established in 1973, is a community-based football club located in Glenville, Eastern Cape. The club has grown to include 13 teams, including junior teams, with over 210 players who practice twice a week at the Errol Heynes Field.

The club was founded with a mission to promote social development and community upliftment through football. Over the years, the club has made a significant impact on the local community, providing a safe and supportive environment for young people to participate in sports and develop their skills. One of the club’s proudest moments was reaching its 50th anniversary in 2023.

This milestone is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the club’s volunteers, players, and supporters who have contributed to its success over the years. Glenville Celtic FC has produced some notable players who have

gone on to play at the professional level in the Premier Soccer League and the Diski League.

This achievement is a testament to the quality of coaching and development programmes offered by the club. However, like with many communitybased sports clubs, Glenville Celtic FC faces various challenges, including a lack of equipment and funding.

To address some of these challenges, the Hollywood Foundation recently made a meaningful contribution to the club through a soccer kit. The Team from Newton Park visited the club on 22 April 2023,

where the Vice Chairperson, Moegamat Smith, expressed his gratitude for the generous contribution. He explained that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation would help to alleviate costs and allow the club to purchase more exercise equipment to support the development of their players.

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Mthatha - Mighty Blues FC

Mthatha-based Mighty Blues FC was one of the soccer sponsorship beneficiaries from the Hollywood Foundation this year.

The non-profit organisation, which consists of vibrant and contemporary youth within Lukhwethu location in Mthatha in the Eastern Cape, was recently paid a special visit by the Purple Team from Mthatha, who handed over a soccer kit to the club. The club consist of 23 soccer players and 18 netball players.

This club was established in 2008 with the aim to

foster moral regeneration and to help combat crime, fraud and corruption in the area.

The club also focusses on promoting education, skills development, healthy lifestyle and to build spatially integrated communities. Their vision is to develop and nurture talent for the youth to be recognised through sports in the province.

Since its establishment, the club has participated in local football tournaments throughout the years including the Zandi Ngubo Annual Tournament, however, due to the lack of support, they are struggling to join

leagues and participate in tournaments.

The players at Mighty Blues FC practice daily from 3pm to 5:30pm. Their proudest moment was when they won the 2022 tournament and had some of their players move to play for the Dalibhungu FA.

Sisa Mngeni, the Club Treasurer, said that due to the lack of support and limited resources, the players were becoming demotivated. He added that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation would help to motivate the players and make them look and feel good, on and off the field.

Hollywoodbets Newton Park – Young Aces FC

Grassroots Sports Development is one of the main focusses for the Hollywood Foundation, and the Purple Team has been actively investing back into local sports clubs across the country.

Sporting activities have shown to have a remarkable impact on the growth and development of the youth, and clubs across various codes, such as soccer, rugby, cricket and netball, have warmly welcomed support from the Hollywood Foundation.

In April, the Team in the Eastern Cape paid a special visit to Young Aces FC, a soccer club that has made a positive impact on the youth from within the community.

Young Aces FC is based in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, and it was established in 1988.

The club, which caters to both male and female players, is comprised of nine teams, and 150 players in total.

To encourage new and young talent to join the club, junior structures have been implemented to ensure that the players receive the best possible training and development.

The players at the club look forward to practice sessions, that take place from Monday to Friday. The primary reason for the creation of the club was to give the youth an outlet to become fit and active, as opposed to living a harsh, cold life on the

streets. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning trophies, and two players have also moved up to play in other leagues. On 17 April 2023, the Team from Newton Park presented the players with a new soccer kit, as part of the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to uplifting communities and nurturing the next generation of superstars.

Phumezo Solo, the Chairperson of Young Aces FC, explained that the contribution would have a positive impact on the players, adding that it would make them look more presentable during matches.

Hollywoodbets Ngcobo - Green Lovers FC

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing with its mission of nurturing athletes from grassroots level through various soccer sponsorships.

In March, the Purple Team brought hope to Green Lovers FC in Ngcobo in the Eastern Cape with a contribution of a soccer kit.

Green Lovers FC was founded in 2012 to help keep the youth off the streets and away from substance abuse.

The club also aims to teach the youth in the area how to play the sport and hopes to turn them into professional footballers. Soccer, like any other sport, is known to teach discipline, determination and hard work. As part of the ongoing efforts by the Hollywood Foundation to assist developing sports teams, the Team from Ngcobo paid a special visit to the club on 2 March 2023, to present them with a soccer kit. Green Lovers FC is presently playing in the South African Football Association Chris

Hani/Ngcobo Local Football Association. They currently have four teams in junior and senior structures. The 78 players practice frequently at Nyanga, Kalinyanga and school grounds. The club was the first to be promoted to the play offs in the 2017/2018 season, and the 2018/2019 season. In the next seasons, the club finished consistently in the top two positions. The team is made up of unemployed and school going youths from around areas of Saints, Sixholosini, Gcina and Luhewini. The club also has players who have also moved up to the SAB League.

These players are household names in their communities and are frequently featured in the local newspaper. Sivuyile Mandila, the Manager at Green Lovers FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution. He said they were, “Grateful the change would make training easier and more efficient”. He added that the kit would help to uplift the spirit of the team and also motivate players on the field.

Hollywoodbets

Parliament StreetDynamos FC

The Hollywood Foundation has always put the needs of the community first.

In line with this, the Purple Team visited Dynamos FC in Kwazakhele in Gqeberha to hand over a new soccer kit to the club, as part of a soccer sponsorship.

The club was established in 1973 with the aim to combat crime and nurture young talent. The club, which currently consists of more than 165 players, has implemented junior and senior structures which practice four times a week at the Dynamos FC sports field.

The players are from the ages of seven to 34. The teams are divided into different divisions from Under-11, Under-13, Under-15 and Under-17. This includes the 1st Division as well as the Premier Division.

players that have moved up to play for South Africa Football Association’s third, second and Premier division.

The club’s primary goal is to compete in the topflight football in five years’ time, and the club also wants to produce the best quality players who are not only skilled but also disciplined, on and off the field. Dynamos FC is the heartbeat of the local community and is proud of the family ethos at the club. With sports development at grassroots level as

a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation, the Purple Team from Parliament was honoured to visit the players at the club to hand them their contribution of a sports kit.

Themba Ximiya, the Secretary at Dynamos FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for making a meaningful contribution to the club. He said that it would give them various sporting gear options when they are partaking in matches.

The club’s proudest moment was when they took the teams to the Premier League. Over the years, the club has had

Hollywoodbets

Queenstown - Guava Stars FC

Komani-based Guava Stars FC was established in 2018 and the club consists of around 40 players, who are between the ages of 20 and 40.

The players practice twice a week next to the Mlungisi grounds.

The hardworking and dedicated players have been participating in various games in the past years with the little resources that they have. After witnessing the efforts that the club has

been putting into uplifting the community, the Hollywood Foundation decided to extend a helping hand with a soccer kit for the players.

The Purple Team from Queenstown visited the club on 17 March 2023, to meet with representatives and present the kit to the players.

The Chairperson of Guava Stars FC, Sonwabile Nteza, expressed that the social club was established with the aim to entertain and

nurture football talent in and around Komani.

He said that every Sunday, the team and eight other social teams meet and compete for a cash amount.

According to Sonwabile, over 300 fans attend these matches. He expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, and said, “The kit would boost the team morale and also help us look presentable during games.”

Hollywoodbets

Quigney - Spurs United FC

Spurs United FC is a soccer club based in the township of Bhongweni in East London. The club was founded with the goal of providing young people in the community with an opportunity to participate in soccer and develop their skills and passion for the game.

Since its inception, Spurs United FC has grown to become a respected and competitive team in the local soccer league. The club’s success can be attributed to its commitment to excellence, hard work, and community involvement. The team was established in 2019 and is made up of players from the local community, ranging from ages 18 to 29. The players participate in practice sessions five days a week at Mandela Location Sports Field.

for players to learn and grow. One of the key goals of Spurs United FC is to promote positive values and attitudes among its players, such as teamwork, respect, and discipline. The club’s coaches work closely with players to instil these values and to help them develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed both on and off the field.

The club’s proudest moment was winning a local tournament in 2022. With sports development at grassroots level being a focus for the Hollywood Foundation, the Team from Quigney visited the club on 16 February 2023, to lend a helping hand and to also

encourage the players to continue making a positive impact in the community. The Purple Team provided a new soccer kit to the players at the club.

The Club’s Chairperson, Steven Mxabaniso, said that the new kit would make them look presentable and professional when they are on the field. He said that Spurs United FC was more than just a soccer club but also a symbol of hope and opportunity for young people in the community of Bhongweni to make a difference in the world. “Thank you, Hollywood Foundation for your support,” added Mxabaniso.

The club currently has more than 60 players which are divided into three teams. It also provides a safe and supportive environment

GAUTENG

Hollywoodbets Alberton - Buhle Park Warriors United

The Hollywood Foundation has over the years been actively involved in sports development from grassroots level, through contributions of kits and equipment. In line with this, the Team from Alberton visited Buhle Park Warriors United in Germiston on 10 March 2023, to hand over a kit after the club made a request to the organisation.

The Purple Team chose this club because of its dedication and its passion for the upliftment of the community especially the youth in the area.

Buhle Park Warriors United was established in 2021 and they currently have 28 players at the club.

To be able to participate in games, the team of players practice five days a week and also enjoy a morning practice session on Saturdays. The players are between the ages of

16 and 30. Palesa, the Coach at Buhle Park Warriors United, said that they formed the club with the aim to keep children off the streets and away from substance abuse while uplifting them mentally and physically.

She said that their proudest moment was when the team won the tournament that was hosted at Ronderbult. Before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the club did not have enough funds to buy an extra kit.

Palesa said, “We are eternally grateful to the Hollywood Foundation for the assistance. A new kit will give the players the confidence they need when playing away from home.”

Hollywoodbets Boksburg - Yebo Yes FC

The Hollywood Foundation has been supporting developing sports clubs throughout the country with sports kits and equipment.

On 10 March 2023, the Team from Boksburg was humbled to visit Yebo Yes FC in Gauteng to present them with their new kit.

The support from the Hollywood Foundation is an excellent example of how individuals and organisations can come together to support grassroots initiatives that provide opportunities for young people to participate in sports activities.

By investing in these initiatives, the Purple Team is creating a positive impact on the lives of young people, helping them to develop valuable life skills, and steering them away from negative activities. Yebo Yes FC was established in 2018 and has three divisions.

The club has 49 players who are aged between 11 and 19. They practice four times a week at

Buhlebuzile Secondary School. The club’s goal is to develop the skills and talents of their players and keep them away from wrongdoings and social ills. The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution has made it possible for the club to achieve its goals and improve the lives of the players.

Tsepang, the Owner of the club, said that their proudest moment was winning the Top 16 Mayoral Cup in 2021 in December and also acquiring three kits and gold medals.

He said, “The contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will help us a great deal as we have many divisions within the club and we were short with the soccer kit. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation.”

Hollywoodbets Brakpan - SSP United FC

In 2017, SSP United FC was established in Angelo Squatter Camp, Boksburg, Gauteng, with the aim to keep the youth away from the streets and drug abuse.

The club has since grown to have three teams under its name, namely Under-13, Under-15, and Under-19.

The club currently has 75 players who practice five days a week. The club’s success and impact on the community are evident in their proudest moment, winning the

biggest tournament in their community.

It is a testament to the team’s hard work, dedication, and the community’s support.

However, despite their success, the club faced a significant challenge of inadequate kits for their players. This issue threatened their participation in games and tournaments, affecting their growth and development.

Fortunately, on 24 April 2023, the Team from Brakpan came to the club’s aid by presenting them with a soccer

kit. The Hollywood Foundation has always been involved in sports development from grassroots level. The Foundation’s contribution to SSP United FC is a testament to their commitment of empowering and uplifting communities through sports.

Edward Shayi, a representative from the club, expressed his gratitude for the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution. He stated that the club will now be able to participate in more games as they have enough kits for all of their players.

Hollywoodbets Daxina – Happy Tigers FC

The Hollywood Foundation continues to be at the forefront of empowering communities. Through the Grassroots Sports Development programme, an array of sports clubs have welcomed generous contributions from the Purple Team, such as kits and equipment, in order to upskill the next generation of stars on the field.

In April, the Team in Gauteng was proud to make a meaningful contribution to a local sports club that has been enriching and equipping the youth through sport. Happy Tigers FC was established in 2017, and it is comprised of five teams and 40 players in total.

Junior structures have also been implemented at the club, in order to ensure that young talent receive the necessary training and mentoring to enhance their skills and abilities.

practice sessions every weekend at Pavilion Ennerdale.

There are many social challenges that are prevalent in the community, and the club was formed to ensure that the youth have a social outlet to remain fit, as opposed to engaging in social ills such as alcohol and drug abuse.

The club’s biggest achievement was winning a major tournament in 2021, and some players have also moved up to play in other leagues.

The Hollywood Foundation chose to support this club, and

on 11 March 2023, the Team from Daxina was honoured to contribute a new soccer kit for the players to wear while competing in matches.

Yomelela Nobukadu, the Chairman for Happy Tigers FC, explained that players had to use their own shirts and shorts during their games.

He further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the much-needed contribution and said that it will have a positive impact on the club as a whole.

The players look forward to working as a team and engaging in active

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Germiston - Mighty Bombers FC

Investing in sports development is very near and dear to the Hollywood Foundation, which is why the Team in Germiston did not hesitate to help when Mighty Bombers FC sent a request for assistance.

The Purple Team visited the club on 12 March 2023, with a contribution of a soccer kit to present to the players.

Mighty Bombers FC was formed in 2006. The club consists of three teams,

and junior structures have also been put into place to ensure that players are nurtured and given the necessary training to take their careers to greater heights.

The players at the club partake in active practice sessions, on Mondays to Fridays. This club was formed with the aim to uplift and build a drugfree community while keeping the youth off the streets and giving them something meaningful to do.

Fitshane Luyanda, the Coach, said that one of

their proudest moments was when their players signed with the ABC Motsepe League, JDR and Platinum City Rovers. He said that the club was struggling as the teams had to share the kit when they had games but through the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, they no longer have to worry about that challenge. He said, “The kits will help us a great deal and it will only be used in big games which will give our teams the confidence to take on their counterparts.”

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Kempton Park -

Marowe Masters FC

Marowe Masters FC, based in Gauteng, was established in 1992 with the aim of helping the youth to keep fit and providing an opportunity for young people to participate in the game of football. The club’s goal is to compete at big tournaments and to develop the skills and talents of their players.

Over the years, Marowe Masters FC has faced various challenges, including lack of resources and support. The club had only one

soccer kit, which made it difficult for them to participate in competitions and tournaments.

However, on 15 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation, an organisation that is passionate about sports development, contributed a soccer kit to the club.

The Team from Kempton Park was honoured to make this contribution and positively impact the players who are based at Marowe Masters FC.

This was a significant milestone for the club,

and the players were thrilled about the support they had received.

Tumelo Choshi, the club’s Coach, expressed his gratitude, saying that it would go a long way in helping the club to achieve its goals.

He added that the new soccer kit would enable the players to train and compete with proper equipment, improving their performance on the field.

Hollywoodbets Lenz Station – Kuvuki Academy

Another day brings another opportunity for the Hollywood Foundation to empower and bind communities. Through various dedicated programmes, including Grassroots Sports Development, the Purple Team aims to uplift future young talent, and motivate them to shine within their respective sporting careers. In March, the Team in Gauteng paid a special and friendly visit to Kuvuki Academy, a local sports team that encourages boys and girls to be the best version of themselves. Kuvuki Academy embarked on its goal to encourage participation in sports within the community in 2015.

The club consists of six teams, and junior structures have also been put into place in order to encourage young talent to join the team. There are 87 players in total, who practice five days a week in Hawley. Hard work, passion and determination have allowed some players in the club to move to

the Motsepe League, as well as competing in the Varsity Team.

Kuvuki Academy was ultimately formed to strengthen the love for football in the community, and one of the club’s proudest moments came when the Under-15 team scooped awards at the Tshabalala event.

Previously, the club was struggling in terms of a playing kit, as some divisions had to share one kit. On 11 March

2023, the Team from Lenz Station visited Kuvuki Academy, to contribute a new sports kit for the players, in order to boost team morale and instill pride amongst the team. Lebo Motoma, a representative from Kuvuki Academy, welcomed the contribution from the Team, and said, “It will upgrade the principle of competing with pride.”

Hollywoodbets Newtown – Amabutho FC

The Hollywood Foundation has been providing support to many sporting clubs across various codes, such as cricket, rugby, netball and rugby, throughout the country. This has proven to have a profound impact on aspiring athletes, who look to grow within their respective fields.

On 12 March 2023, the Purple Team from Newtown paid a special visit to Amabutho FC with a contribution of a

soccer kit for the players at the club.

This contribution forms part of many soccer sponsorships that the Hollywood Foundation has been embarking on throughout the country, over the years.

Amabutho FC is based in Gauteng, and it was formed in 2013. The primary reason for the formation of the club was to uplift the community and empower the youth.

The club consists of two teams and 32 players who are all over the age of 18. The players

participate in a practice session on Monday to Friday to get ready for their games. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning a tournament, and some of their players have also moved up to play in the ABC Motsepe League.

Phathisile Sibanda, the Coach at Amabutho FC, said that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will help them to grow the club and will also make the players look good and be taken seriously when participating in various tournaments.

Hollywoodbets Pretoria - Central High School Soccer Team

Central High School Soccer Team was founded in 2023 with the primary aim of promoting gender equality in sports.

The club, which is based in Soshanguve, Gauteng, has a total of 20 players, including the junior structure that has been implemented.

These players, between the ages of 14 to 19, are always passionate about soccer and enjoy their practice sessions.

The players at the club practice four times a week from Monday to Thursday at the school’s sports ground.

These sessions are essential in ensuring that the players improve their skills and stay in shape. Additionally, the club also participates in local soccer leagues, providing players with an opportunity to showcase their talents and compete against other teams.

However, the club has faced challenges in the past due to lack of equipment. This issue has significantly impacted their performance on the field, and the players have been unable to compete effectively against other teams due to inadequate gear, which has affected the morale of the players.

Fortunately, the Hollywood Foundation visited the club on 21 April 2023, to lend a helping hand. The Team from Pretoria was honoured to contribute a soccer kit to the club. Kholofelo Kawale, the club’s Coach, expressed his gratitude towards the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution.

He said that the new soccer kit would attract more players to join the team, increasing their chances of competing in more local leagues.

He also added that the Foundation’s contribution has brought hope to the club and has inspired them to continue working hard towards achieving their goals.

Hollywoodbets Soweto – Wolfs FC

Sporting activities have proven to significantly impact the growth and development of the youth. Physical activities not only help the youth to remain active and fit, it also teaches them important life lessons, such as the importance of hard work, persistence and discipline.

For this reason, the Hollywood Foundation has taken an active interest in developing sport from grassroots level and nurturing young and fresh talent.

Through various handovers and projects, an array of local sporting clubs have warmly welcomed assistance from the Purple Team, including Wolfs FC in Gauteng. Wolfs FC, based in Diepkloof, was established in 2018, and it is comprised of

seven divisions. Junior structures have also been implemented at the club, in order to groom the next generation of superstars. After witnessing the widespread prevalence of drugs within the community, it became apparent that a social platform needed to be formed to protect and encourage the youth. Now, around 150 players are part of the club, and they look forward to active practice sessions that take place on a shared ground at Ikamena Primary School Campus A.

One of the club’s proudest moments included the promotion of the first division team to the SAB league. Despite their many accolades, the club struggled with using one kit, which had to be washed after every game. On 11

March 2023, the Team from Soweto chose to ease this burden, and humbly contributed a new kit to the club.

Andrew Mashishi, the Chairman of Wolfs FC, explained that the much-needed assistance from the Hollywood Foundation will help to ensure that the players look smart, and will make them identify with other teams on the field.

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”

- Winston Churchill

KWAZULU-NATAL

Hollywoodbets ArgyleGood Team Netball Club

Good Team Netball Club is a shining example of how sports can be used to bring about positive change in communities.

With their commitment to nurturing talent, providing a safe space for young people, and creating a sense of community, Good Team Netball Club shows that anything is possible with hard work, dedication, and a belief in oneself.

Their success story is an inspiration to all those who aspire to make a difference in their communities.

Established in 2013, Good Team Netball Club has 28 players in the team that practice six times a week at Clairwood Sports Grounds.

The players are aged from 10 to open. The club was founded with the aim to curb the scourge of teenage pregnancy,

substance abuse and to fight socials ills while empowering and nurturing talents.

The club’s proudest moment came when they won the District Cup. Some players from the club have since moved up to play in the regional and provincial leagues, which is a testament to the club’s ability to identify talent. After hearing about the club’s sterling work in the community, the Hollywood Foundation decided to extend a helping hand to the club with a netball kit.

The Team from Argyle visited the club on 21 April 2023, to hand over the kit, with the hope that it will make a significant impact.

Andile, the club’s Coach, expressed her gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution.

She said it will make the players look proper when participating in games, as well as attracting more players to the team.

Hollywoodbets Bluff –

Wentworth Warriors FC

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing with their mission to empower communities and provide support to aspiring athletes.

The Purple Team has a dedicated programme called Grassroots Sports Development, due to the profound impact that sport has proven to have on the growth of the youth. In March, it was a privilege for the Hollywood Foundation Team to support a local football club, that has left a remarkable impact on the lives of many individuals.

Wentworth Warriors FC was established in 2017, and the club consists of nine teams.

Junior structures have also been implemented at the club, in order to ensure that young stars who join the club have the necessary support to grow their talent on the field.

In total, there are 200 players at the club, who practice five days a week at Ogle Road. The club was formed to help develop the skills of young athletes who showed passion and dedication towards the game.

One of the club’s proudest moments was winning the Under-13 League, which brought much excitement amongst the players. Like with many other developmental clubs, there are many

challenges to overcome, and this club struggled with finding sponsorships for kits and equipment.

On 23 March 2023, the Team from Bluff was honoured to contribute a new soccer kit to the players, to motivate them to continue working hard and reaching for the stars.

Carl Webster, the Chairperson of Wentworth Warriors FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their support, and said that the contribution will make the players look professional during their matches.

Hollywoodbets BrackenhamBrackenham FC

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to prioritise the development of the youth, through sports. With Grassroots Sports Development being a dedicated programme, the Purple Team has contributed to the overall functioning of many clubs across the country.

This year, the Team from KwaZulu-Natal was honoured to lend a helping hand to Brackenham FC, a local football club that was grateful to receive a soccer sponsorship.

Brackenham FC was established in 2019, and the club is comprised of five divisions. The club also consists of a girls’ team, in order to ensure that girls also have the best possible chance of succeeding at the sport.

Junior structures have also been implemented within the club, to ensure that young talent receive the proper training and mentoring to further their skills and abilities on the field. In total, there are around 120 players at the club, who practice

weekly at the Brackenham Sports Ground.

The primary reason for the formation of the club was to enhance the growth and development of the youth, and to prevent them from being exposed to a life that consisted of many social challenges, such as drug abuse. One of the club’s proudest moments was participating in the local SAFA league, and many of the players have constantly moved up to other leagues. The club has to endure many struggles and hardships, such as a shortage of kits and equipment. The Hollywood Foundation recognises the many challenges that sports development clubs have to endure, and through

various contributions, the Purple Team try to ensure that upcoming athletes have the best possible chance to shine. With that in mind, the Team from Brackenham was proud to visit Brackenham FC, on 22 February 2023, to contribute a new soccer kit for the players.

Kevin Naidoo, the Chairman of Brackenham FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the club, and said, “We are most appreciative of this contribution, and our players were extremely excited to hear that the Hollywood Foundation has sponsored their kits. This will keep them motivated to believe that anything is possible with help.”

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Chatsworth - Golden Boys FC

Golden Boys FC, a youth soccer club known for its dedication and passion for the sport, received a heart-warming contribution of a brandnew soccer kit from the Hollywood Foundation. The kit, which includes jerseys, shorts, and socks, was a muchneeded boost to the morale of the young players.

The new soccer kit has given Golden Boys FC a new sense of purpose and determination to succeed.

The Team from Chatsworth paid a special visit to the club on 28 March 2023, with the contribution as part of various soccer sponsorships that the Hollywood Foundation has embarked on throughout the country.

It serves as a reminder that small acts of kindness can have a profound impact on individuals and their communities.

The Mayville-based club was established in 2018 with the aim to groom young people and to fight the scourge of substance abuse.

Their proudest moment was when they reached the tournament final last year. Like other clubs, they have had their players move up to play for the SAB League.

Swelihle Mdepa, the club’s Coach, said that the club is managed by young people in difficult circumstances. He said that they only have male soccer teams,

but they are hoping to expand by adding female teams and other sporting codes. He said that with the contribution, they are hoping to attract investors and new players.

Swelihle added, “We are incredibly thankful for the generous contribution from the Hollywood Foundation. This new soccer kit will not only provide our players with the necessary gear to play the game but also instill a sense of pride and unity amongst the team.”

The soccer kit has not only provided practical support to Golden Boys FC, but also highlights the power of community involvement in the development of young athletes.

Hollywoodbets

Dukwahs - Soccer

Kids FC

Grassroots Sports Development is a core element for the Hollywood Foundation. Sport has proven to have a remarkable impact on the youth, and it helps to teach important life lessons, such as teamwork, hard work and persistence.

Through various soccer sponsorships, the Purple Team has identified sports clubs across the country that require a helping hand. In March, the Team in KwaZuluNatal was humbled to visit Soccer Kids FC, a football club that has been prioritising the development of upcoming superstars.

Soccer Kids FC was established in 2009, and the club consists of two teams, Under-15 and Under-17.

The primary reason for the creation of the club was to emphasise the importance of sport and instill leadership qualities amongst the youth. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning a provincial tournament, and one player within the club has also had a fantastic opportunity to attend Westville Boys High School, through a sponsorship.

The Hollywood Foundation recognises the endless opportunities that await the youth through sport, and as such, the Team constantly looks for new clubs to support in order to invest back into sports

development. On 23 March 2023, the Team from Dukwahs geared up to present the players at Soccer Kids FC with their new sporting kit.

The contribution forms part of a soccer sponsorship and has the aim to ensure that the players feel a sense of unity when competing in matches against other clubs.

The Secretary

at Soccer

Kids FC thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to support the club with the new sports kit and said that the contribution will help to instill a sense of pride amongst the boys.

Junior structures have also been put into place, in order to nurture young talent. In total, there are 45 players at the club, who engage in active practice sessions, three times a week.

Hollywoodbets Empangeni –Lightning FC

The Hollywood Foundation Team in KwaZulu-Natal journeyed to a small but mighty sporting club on 13 February 2023, to bring some hope to the players and inspire them to reach for greatness on the field. Through many contributions, the Hollywood Foundation has been continuing with their message to uplift communities by investing in grassroots sports development and nurturing the next generation of superstars.

Lightning FC is a local club based in Empangeni, and it opened its doors in 2019.

The club consists of four soccer divisions, as well as one female netball team. In total, there are 34 players at the club, who engage in practice sessions four times a week.

The primary purpose of the club is to develop soccer skills on a local level and encourage positive involvement in sport within the community.

The players at the club are extremely motivated and dedicated, and they have worked their way up to higher leagues.

The staff at Lightning FC also implement programmes to encourage the players to engage in trials to

prepare for playing in professional leagues.

Being a development club means there are various challenge and hardships to endure, and Lightning FC was struggling in terms of a kit for their soccer players. The Team from Empangeni came to the club’s rescue and contributed a new soccer kit for the players to wear.

Zakhele Shandu, a representative for Lightning FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the much-needed assistance, and said, “This contribution we received from the Hollywood Foundation will assist the team a lot in terms of identifying our players amongst others.”

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Estcourt – Scorpion FC

The Purple Team is constantly looking for local sporting clubs to assist and support. Grassroots Sports Development is a dedicated programme at the Hollywood Foundation, and through the years, an array of clubs across various sporting codes have received aid in the form of new sports kits and equipment.

In February, the Team from Estcourt was honoured to assist Scorpion FC, a football club that is continuing to impact the lives of young men.

Scorpion FC was formed in 2017, and the club is comprised of two teams. In total, there are 36 players at the club, and

junior structures have also been implemented to nurture young talent.

The players are hardworking, determined and enjoy engaging in active practice sessions, from Monday to Friday. The club was primarily formed to develop the talent of young men from the nearby community, as well as afford them a social platform to soar to greater heights. Scorpion FC also has an aim to bind society and motivate

the youth to stay away from drugs and crimerelated activities. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning a tournament worth R5 000, and two players at Scorpion FC have also moved up to the ABC Motsepe League.

On 24 February 2023, the Team presented the players with their new kit. This contribution forms part of the Purple Team’ pledge to uplift communities and invest back into sport.

Ziyanda Mtshali, the Captain of Scorpion FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to reach out to the club, and explained that the contribution will motivate new players to join the club in the future.

Hollywoodbets Isipingo - Local Madrid

The Hollywood Foundation Team in KwaZulu-Natal was honoured to make a meaningful contribution to a local sports club that is continuing to improve the lives of young football stars.

Grassroots Sports Development is a dedicated pillar for the Purple Team, due to the powerful impact that physical activity has proven to have on the growth and development of the youth.

Through many soccer sponsorships, an array of clubs were grateful to receive sports kits and playing equipment, which will assist in nurturing present and future athletes.

Local Madrid is a soccer club, that was formed in 2005. There are seven teams within the club, and junior structures have also been implemented in order to ensure that young talent are given the necessary support to further their skills.

The players at the club, who are between the ages of nine and 21, engage in practice sessions five times a week, at Dr Nembula High School in Adams. The primary reason for the formation of Local Madrid was to ensure that the youth have an outlet to remain fit and active, while also escaping a harsh life that included crime, alcohol and substance abuse. One of the club’s proudest moments was competing at a regional level, and some of the players have also gone on to play for the Diski League, and the Motsepe Foundation League.

The Hollywood Foundation has a passion for sports, and the Purple Team has

chosen to invest back into sports across various codes, in order to promote values such as teamwork, discipline and respect. On 3 April 2023, the Team from Isipingo paid a special visit to the club, to present the players with a soccer sponsorship that consisted of a new kit.

Musa, the Chairman of Local Madrid, was overjoyed to receive assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, and explained that the club was struggling before with a shortage of a playing kit. He said, “We will now be able to have players who will be dressed as per FIFA’s code.”

Hollywoodbets IxopoPeace Makers FC

Sports development

is at the heart of many campaigns that are implemented within the Hollywood Foundation.

Through various handovers, the Purple Team has left their imprint across an array of development sports clubs throughout South Africa.

The Hollywood Foundation has also chosen to invest back into sports development, due to the remarkable impact that physical activity has proven to have on the growth of the youth.

In March 2023, it was an honour for the Team in KwaZulu-Natal to visit Peace Makers FC and make a meaningful contribution, through a soccer sponsorship.

Peace Makers FC was established in 2018, and the club consists of a total of 28 players. The players are under the age of 17, and junior structures have also been put into place, in order to ensure that young talent are given the necessary support to develop their skills and abilities. The players

at the club practice four times a week, after school.

The primary reason for the establishment of the club was to prevent young boys from experiencing various social challenges that are rife within society, such as smoking, alcohol and drug abuse. The club’s proudest moment was when the players became the champions of the Under-15 league in 2021.

One player at the club also showed incredible talent and determination, and he was selected to play for Jomo Cosmos FC. The Hollywood Foundation identified this soccer club as one

that required much support and assistance to continue with their good efforts of raising respectable young men. On 22 March 2023, the Team from Ixopo was honoured to present the players at Peace Makers FC with their new sporting kit. This soccer sponsorship has the aim of ensuring that the players feel a sense of pride when competing in matches. M. Zulu, the Coach for Peace Makers FC, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their assistance, and said that the contribution will motivate the players to play well.

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KwaDukuzaMadundube Masters

FC

Madundube Masters

FC was ecstatic to hear that they are this year’s beneficiaries of a soccer sponsorship from the Hollywood Foundation.

Madundube Masters

FC was established in 2016 in Madundube, KwaDukuza, with the primary objective of keeping young people away from the streets and providing them with

an opportunity to develop their soccer skills. There are 35 players who train three times a week at Stanger grounds. The club’s dedication to the development of young talent has earned them a reputation as one of the best soccer clubs in the area, and their success on the field is a testament to their commitment.

Madundube Masters FC was founded to promote social cohesion and a healthy lifestyle amongst former soccer players in Madundube, and it then grew into a club.

The players in the club have moved to support and coach young team players. On 22 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation chose to sponsor Madundube Masters FC with a soccer kit.

The contribution was made by the Team from KwaDukuza, as part of their focus on sports development from grassroots level in the area.

Mondli Gumede, the Team Manager, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support and said that the contribution will help them to be regarded as a professional entity and to continue to promote sports in Madundube.

The club’s proudest moment came when they won five games in a row in the previous season.

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LadysmithSunshine FC

Sunshine FC, based in Ladysmith, KwaZuluNatal, was established in 2018 with the aim of fighting crime in the community through the game of football.

The Founders of the club believed that by providing young people with opportunities to participate in sports activities, they could keep them away from negative activities and contribute positively to their community.

The club’s goal is to compete at big tournaments and develop the skills and talents of their players.

However, the club has faced various challenges, including a lack of resources and support.

The club only had one soccer kit, which made it difficult for the players to participate in competitions and tournaments.

Sunshine FC has 22 players between the ages of 18 to 40, and they engage in practice sessions at Ezakheni sports ground.

On 21 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation, an organisation passionate about sports development from grassroots level, contributed a soccer kit to the club.

The Team from Ladysmith was honoured to make this contribution and impact lives in this club, positively. This was a significant milestone for Sunshine FC, and the players were thrilled about the support they had received.

Siyabonga Madondo, the club’s Coach, expressed his gratitude for the contribution, saying that it would go a long way in helping the club to achieve its goals.

He added that the new soccer kit would enable the players to train and compete with proper equipment, improving their performance on the field.

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Malvern – Umlazi Young Lions FC

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to impact an array of sports development clubs throughout the country. Many local clubs across various sporting codes have warmly welcomed the support from the Purple Team, as they continue with their goal of nurturing the next generation of stars who aim to set the pitch on fire with their skills.

Umlazi Young Lions FC is a local football club that is based in Umlazi, and it was established in 2009. The club consists of four teams, and 220 players in total. Junior structures have also been implemented, in order to equip young talent and ensure that they receive the necessary training and skills to take their talent to their next level. The players at the club are extremely enthusiastic and determined, and they look forward to their practice sessions, which takes place four times a

week in Umlazi. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning the eThekwini playoffs, and some players have also moved up to play for other leagues. On 2 April 2023, the Team from Malvern was proud to visit Umlazi Young Lions FC, to present the players with their new sporting kit. Sibusiso, a Coach at Umlazi Young Lions FC, extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the club, and said that the kit will motivate the players to perform at their best.

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NewcastleNewcastle Scorpions FC

Newcastle Scorpions

FC was excited to hear the news that they are this year’s beneficiaries of the soccer sponsorship from the Hollywood Foundation. The club, which opened its doors in 2020, has been struggling to secure a new kit for their away games. When the Team from Newcastle heard of the

club’s plight, they decided to lend a helping hand with a contribution of a soccer kit. The support from the Hollywood Foundation to the club is part of a commitment to development at grassroots level. The club currently has 70 players from ages 13 to 17 who engage in a practice session every Monday to Thursday at Phelandaba sports grounds. Their proudest moment was winning the Mayoral Cup last year.

The club believes that it has achieved its aim of taking the children off the streets and nurturing their talents while training them to be professional footballers. The Coach, Morgan, expressed his delight at the contribution, and said, “We are thrilled to have the support of such a reputable and successful brand in the soccer industry. This partnership will enable us to continue our mission of building a winning team and creating unforgettable experiences for our fans.”

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Osizweni - Spartans

FC

Sport has remained a constant source of hope and inspiration for the youth of Osizweni in KwaZulu-Natal despite many challenges.

Among the various teams in the area, one stands out for its dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference – Spartans FC. Founded in 2012, Spartans FC has quickly established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the local soccer scene.

The club’s mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for young people to develop their soccer skills, foster a sense of community, and promote a culture of discipline and respect.

The club has a diverse membership, with players coming from

different backgrounds and walks of life.

The club’s coaching staff is made up of experienced soccer players and community leaders, who volunteer their time to train and mentor the young players.

Spartans FC also has a dedicated support team, that includes parents, volunteers, and local businesses, who provide resources and assistance to ensure the success of the team. The club currently has 95 players divided into four teams that practice four times a week at the Xolani Sports Grounds.

The players are from ages 13 to 35, and the club has achieved numerous successes in its short history, including several tournament wins and individual accolades for its players. However, the club’s impact goes beyond the soccer field.

It has become a symbol of hope and inspiration for the community, and a source of pride for the young players and their families.

The Hollywood Foundation, which has been helping many sports clubs throughout the country, saw the need to assist the club with a soccer kit for them to continue nurturing young talent. On 12 February 2023, the Team from Osizweni visited the club with a contribution of a soccer kit.

The club’s representative, Thembelani Khumalo, said that he believes that soccer can be a powerful tool for social change, and that it can help young people to develop essential life skills such as teamwork, perseverance, and leadership. He further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support, and said, “This contribution is a testament to the generosity and compassion of the local community, and a source of inspiration to all who believe in the transformative power of sports.”

Hollywoodbets Park –

Siyanda FC

Nurturing home-grown talent is the name of the game for Siyanda FC. Based in KwaZulu-Natal, the local football club has been encouraging their players to reach for the stars for years.

In April, the Team ventured to the club, to present them with a new sporting kit, given the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to investing back into grassroots sports development.

Siyanda FC opened its doors in 2010, which was also a significant year for the country in terms of soccer development. There are different age groups within the team, and they practice from Tuesday to Thursday. The sport has afforded the players a chance to grow and develop,

and learn vital life lessons such as teamwork, discipline and persistence. After witnessing the various social challenges that affect the community, including alcohol and drug abuse, it became evident that a social hub needed to be formed for individuals to remain fit, active and motivated.

One of the club’s proudest moments was witnessing players being scouted by professionals, as well moving on to play for semi-pro clubs. A few players at Siyanda FC have also moved up to AmaZulu structures, and the KZN Academy.

Previously, the club was struggling in terms of a playing kit, as there was only one jersey for all age groups to use.

On 24 April 2023, the Team from Park visited the players, to present them with their new sporting kit.

Sakhile Mthembu, a representative from Siyanda FC, was overjoyed after receiving assistance from the Purple Team, and said that the players will now be able to utilise their new soccer jerseys during their matches.

“Giving is the highest level of living.”

- John C Maxwell

Hollywoodbets Pelican – KCM All Stars

KCM All Stars, a local sports club based in Chatsworth, welcomed the great news that the Hollywood Foundation will be supporting their players, through a meaningful soccer sponsorship contribution.

The Purple Team has been committed to its goal of bettering livelihoods and uplifting communities, and an array of local sports club have also received much-needed assistance this year. KCM All Stars was established in 2022, and there are

six teams at the club. Junior structures have also been implemented at the club, in order to encourage young players to join and compete in matches. There are over 100 players at the club, who look forward to active practice sessions four times a week, at Chatsworth Secondary.

The club was primarily formed to revive sports culture in the area and prevent many social ills that are prevalent amongst the youth in communities.

KCM All Star’s proudest moment was winning

the league and finals in a relatively short period of time. Some players have also been scouted at the club and have gone on to play for Durban Central League. On 27 March 2023, the Team from Pelican paid a special visit to the club, to hand over a new soccer kit for the players to wear.

Ishaaq Mahomed, the Chairman of KCM

All Stars, thanked the Hollywood Foundation, and said, “This sponsorship of a playing kit will assist in directing funds to other needs at the club.”

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Pietermaritz StreetCambridge Food

Cambridge Food was formed with the aim to keep players fit, and ensure that they are upskilled to gain recognition by bigger clubs. The club currently has 25 players and they practice four times a week in the nearest field. The club’s proudest moment was winning the Retail Stores League and Stores Knockout.

Cambridge Food has

Hollywoodbets

PietermaritzburgMpande Barcelona FC

Founded in 2017, Mpande Barcelona

FC in Nqubeni, Pietermaritzburg, has steadily grown to become a force to be reckoned with in the local football scene. With four divisions and 84 players, the team is a melting pot of talent, hard work, and passion for the beautiful game. This club was established with the aim to curb the scourge of substance abuse and nurture young talent while empowering the community.

The players engage in practice sessions four days a week at Mpande sports grounds, putting

also had players that have been selected to play for the AB Motsepe League. To support the club, the Hollywood Foundation, which has been at the forefront of grassroots sports development, was honoured to contribute socks, bags and kit to the club. Sphesihle, a representative of Cambridge Food, said that

before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, they were struggling to connect as a team. He said, “With the new kit, the team will look and play like a team and it will also help in drawing new players to the club as they will now take us seriously. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation, for this contribution.”

in hours of hard work and dedication to perfect their skills on the field. The players, who are between the ages of nine and 34, are young, energetic, and hungry for success. The club is currently playing in the SAB League. Five players have moved up to play for the Vodacom League, Australian League and also Minnesota United FC. The club’s primary goal is to produce the best quality players who are not only skilled but also disciplined, on and off the field.

Mpande Barcelona FC requested a sponsorship from the Hollywood Foundation, due to the many challenges that the club has been

experiencing. The Team from Pietermaritzburg was honoured to visit Mpande Barcelona FC, to hand the players their contribution of a sports kit as part of various soccer sponsorships that the Foundation has done over the years.

Mkhanyiseni Ngcobo, the Manager at Mpande Barcelona FC, said that they usually fundraise for the club’s need. He further thanked the Hollywood Foundation for making a meaningful contribution to the club, saying that it will attract more players and grow the team.

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Pinetown- LaLiga Car Wash Club

LaLiga Car Wash Club continues to grow and thrive. The club serves as a shining example of what can be achieved through sports. It shows that with dedication, hard work, and a strong sense of purpose, young people can overcome obstacles and achieve greatness.

It also highlights the important role that sports can play in promoting social change and building a better future for all. Formed in 2023, LaLiga Car Wash Club is inspiring young people to pursue their dreams and make a difference in their community.

Its success is a testament to the power of sports and the transformative impact it can have on individuals and society as a whole.

The club consists of dedicated staff who ensure that the players are committed to their practice twice a week. LaLiga Car Wash Club was formed as a social club with the aim to create a platform for people to share ideas and engage in meaningful conversations that can help them create better futures for themselves and the youth of the area. With sports development at grassroots level being one of the Hollywood

Foundation pillars, the Team from Pinetown visited the club to hand over a soccer kit to the club. The kit, which includes jerseys, shorts, and socks, has been a much-needed boost to the morale of the players to look and feel like a team.

Vusi Msomi, the Chairperson of the club, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the support and said that the kit will give them the confidence they need when participating in soccer games.

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Raisethorpe – KB International

The Team in KwaZuluNatal travelled to a sports development club in February that has truly established itself as a beacon of light amongst the youth and the elderly.

The Purple Team is firmly committed to Grassroots Sports Development, a dedicated pillar, and through many projects and handovers, the Team has humbly left the Purple imprint throughout various sporting clubs, across various codes. KB International, based in Pietermaritzburg, opened its doors to the community in 2015, and it consists of six teams,

that cater to both males and females. The elderly and senior citizens, who are over the age of 50 and 60 years old, also participate in physical activities at the club, such as walking and soccer. In total, there are 250 players at the club, who practice four days a week.

Sport has proven to bring communities together, and the club was created to promote the importance of physical activity, as well as shelter the youth from various social challenges that plague society. One of the club’s proudest moments include winning the Bayhill Tournament in Cape Town. Five players

have moved up to play in the Premier Soccer League, four players have moved to compete in the Diski League and one coach at the club has been employed by AmaZulu FC. Despite the many achievements at the club, the players were struggling in terms of a playing kit, and on 27 February 2023, the Team from Raisethorpe humbly presented the players at the club with a new kit.

Keith Abrahams, the Director of KB International, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to reach out to the club, and said that the items will instill a sense of belonging amongst the players.

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Richards BayTornado FC

Tornado FC is more than just a football club, it is a community-based organisation that aims to eradicate social ills.

Through the power of sports, Tornado FC aims to provide a safe space for young people to come together and build positive relationships.

The club’s focus on social development is admirable and is an example of how sports can be used as a tool for positive change.

Tornado FC is based in Ward 15 in Richards Bay

and it was established in 2012. The club is comprised of 35 players, who are between the ages of 16 and 30, and they practice at Nhlabosini Stadium three times a week, from Tuesday to Friday.

Tornado FC’s proudest moment was winning the Siyabonga Sangweni Cup, and some of their players have moved up to play for the ABC Motsepe League.

The club has faced its fair share of challenges, including lack of resources, particularly with an away kit.

On 27 February 2023, the

Hollywood Foundation, an organisation that has always been at the forefront of sports development from grassroots level, contributed a soccer kit to the club. The Team from Richards Bay visited the club with the contribution.

Fortune Thusi, the Chairman at the club, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation and said that it is heart-warming to see the Purple Team supporting sports development in Richards Bay.

Hollywoodbets Shelly Beach - Sunshine FC

Established in 2015, Sunshine FC is a small club with big dreams. With three teams and 90 players, the club is based in the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal and its players practice from Monday to Thursday at Sibonguzulu sports ground. The teams are divided into Under-15, Under-17, and an open team. The club’s primary objective is to keep the youth off the streets and steer them towards positive activities like sports. The club’s proudest moment

came when they won the local league.

This achievement not only boosted the players’ morale but also put the club on the map.

Two players from the club have since moved up to play in the Vodacom League, which is a testament to the club’s ability to identify and nurture talent.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution of a soccer kit to the club has been a gamechanger. The Shelly Beach Team visited the club on 13 February 2023

to hand over the kit, and it has already made a significant impact.

Before the contribution, the club was already performing well, but the sponsorship has increased their performance and made them more visible.

Emanuel, the club’s Owner, expressed his gratitude for the Hollywood Foundation’s contribution.

He said that having the kit would motivate the players and boost their confidence on the field.

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Stanger - Townview FC

Townview FC has been making waves in the local football scene since its establishment in 2009. This club is a result of hard work, dedication, and a commitment to building a better future for the youth in the community.

The club has become a beacon of hope in a region where young people are often exposed to negative influences, by providing a positive outlet for their energy and talent.

Based in Townview, in Stanger, the club consists of four teams and 28 players, who practice from Monday to Thursday at Rocky Park Ground.

The teams are divided into Under-15, Under-17, Under-21 and an open team. The club’s primary objective is to fight the scourge of substance abuse.

The club’s proudest moment came when they qualified from the Premier to the Regional League, and some players from the club have since moved up to play in the ABC Motsepe League. Like most clubs, Townview FC has its fair share of challenges, including a lack of resources. Upon receiving a request for assistance, the Hollywood Foundation, an organisation that has always put sports development from grassroots level as its

main focus, decided to lend a helping hand. The Team from Stanger visited the club on 21 April 2023 to hand over the kit, which put smiles on many faces. The club had been struggling with shortages of kit and soccer balls.

Philani Gumede, the club’s representative, said that they are committed to nurturing talent and providing a safe space for young people. He added, “With the assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, we will be able to accommodate more players who are joining the team. Thank you, Hollywood Foundation, for coming to our aid.”

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Stonebridge –Cardinal Stars Sports Development

continues to be a major focus at the Hollywood Foundation.

Many sports clubs across the country, across various codes, have welcomed generous contributions from the Purple Team, including new kits and equipment.

In April, the Team from KwaZulu-Natal identified a local soccer club that has prioritised the wellbeing of the youth and offered a helping hand to improve their team morale and confidence.

Cardinal Stars is based in Phoenix, Durban, and it opened its doors to upskill the youth in 2016.

The club is comprised of nine teams, and 100 players in total. The club has produced phenomenal players, who look forward to practice sessions that take place on Wednesdays and Fridays at Cardinal Road sports field. Cardinal Stars was formed to take care of children who come from broken homes from within the community, as well as prevent the youth from many social ills, including suicide and substance abuse.

Two of the club’s proudest moments include winning every tournament in Phoenix, as well as witnessing the love that many children have for the club. On 4 April 2023, the Team from Stonebridge paid a friendly visit to the club, to present the players with a new soccer kit.

Charm Reddy, the Founder of Cardinal Stars, said, “The club is an NPO. It caters for children and the youth from povertystricken homes. The kit will give uniformity to the players, and it will proudly display Hollywood Foundation giving back to the community.”

Hollywoodbets Verulam - Golden Hawks

Sport plays a pivotal role in the development of any individual. Over the years, the Hollywood Foundation has placed a major focus on sports development from grassroots level throughout the country. Last year, over 200 clubs received assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, including soccer sponsorships.

To continue spreading joy and encouraging more people to participate in sports, the Team in KwaZulu-Natal continues to make meaningful contributions to local soccer clubs, that are helping to improve the lives of aspiring football stars. The Team’s recent contribution was to a club called Golden Hawks in Verulam, north of Durban.

Golden Hawks is a soccer club, that was formed in 2016 and is comprised of 16 teams. The club was established with the aim to create an environment in which players can truly express themselves and also feel confident and comfortable. Its goal is to combine soccer and education to develop character - focussing

on education and behaviour as part of their core philosophy. The club also aims to build players in a healthy team environment where everyone knows their role, values and their contribution. Golden Hawks prides itself on nurturing players to achieve maximum individual performance within a team environment, and the club focusses on building a legacy on and off the field.

One of the club’s proudest moments was winning the Cup Tournament. The Purple Team has been investing in sports development

over the years and on 4 April 2023, the Team from Richards Bay paid a special visit to the club, to present the players with a soccer sponsorship that consisted of a new soccer kit.

Nkosiyezwe, the Manager at Golden Hawks, was ecstatic to receive assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, and explained that the club was struggling before with a shortage of a playing kit. He said, “The new kit will motivate the players and also give them the confidence they need when they are on the field.”

Hollywoodbets Yusuf

Dadoo – Shining

Stars FC

Shining Stars FC, a football club based in Ntuzuma, Durban, warmly welcomed the good news that the Hollywood Foundation will be supporting their players this year, through a meaningful contribution.

The Team is actively involved in developing sporting talent from grassroots level and allowing future superstars to set the field on fire with their talents and skills.

Shining Stars FC was established in 2009, and it is comprised of two teams, Under-13 and Under-15.

As such, the club has implemented junior structures, in order to ensure that the young players are fully-equipped with training and mentoring to take their skills to the next level. There are 30 players in total at the club, and they practice three days a week at TM Stadium.

Sport has proven to have a positive impact on the youth, as it teaches them basic life skills, such as

the importance of hard work, determination and persistence. In this day and age, many young adults are exposed to various social challenges in communities, such as drug abuse and crime-related activities.

Shining Stars FC was formed in order to curb these social ills and give the youth motivation to remain fit and active. In 2014, the club won the Build It tournament, and some players have even moved up to play for the SAB Under-21 League.

The club was struggling in terms of a kit, and in March 2023, the Team from Yusuf Dadoo visited the club to present the players with their new sponsored soccer kit.

Sanele Ngongoma, the Chairman of Shining Stars FC, explained that the club lacked the basic equipment, and said that the new kit from the Hollywood Foundation will instill confidence amongst the players.

Mobile Team –Umbumbulu Killers FC

In continuing with their pledge to assist local sports development clubs, the Mobile Team in KwaZulu-Natal visited Umbumbulu Killers FC, to make a special contribution to players at the club.

This year, the Team was proud to lend a helping hand to many sporting clubs, through contributions that included kit and equipment. This was done in order to nurture the next generation of stars, and afford them a platform to learn new skills, and receive coaching to move onto greater prospects in life.

Umbumbulu Killers FC opened its doors in 2022, and it consists of 50 players in total. In order to enhance the talent

of younger athletes, the club has fixed junior structures to ensure that the youth receive proper training and coaching. The players within the club have a passion for the game, and they regularly look forward to practice sessions and working as a team, three times a week.

The widespread prevalence of social challenges within the community of Umbumbulu, was the primary reason for the creation of the football club, and it was formed to ensure that young men grew into responsible adults, who did not engage in criminal activities.

One of the club’s proudest moments was being considered as one of the clubs within the

Umbumbulu AFA. One player had also displayed exceptional skills on the field, which saw him being promoted to Skhukhune FC. A major challenge that faced Umbumbulu Killers FC was a lack of resources, and on 4 April 2023, the Mobile Team paid a visit to the club to ease their hardships. As part of a meaningful handover, the Purple Team contributed a new soccer kit for the players to wear in the upcoming season.

Richard Gumede, the Chairperson of Umbumbulu Killers FC, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their willingness to aid the development of the club, and said that the new kit will instill a sense of confidence amongst the players.

Hollywoodbets Bela

Bela – Matamela Ramaphosa

Matamela Ramaphosa, a local soccer club based in Mpumalanga, was delighted to hear that their players will be receiving support and assistance from the Hollywood Foundation this year. Through various projects and handovers, an array of sports clubs have welcomed generous contributions from the Purple Team, including kits and equipment, in order to elevate the potential and skills of players.

Matamela Ramaphosa was established in 2022,

and the club consists of three teams, and 100 players in total.

Dedicated trainers at the club have also taken a keen interest to develop the skills and abilities of female athletes, who have shown great passion and fire for the sport on the field.

The players look forward to engaging in practice sessions, that take place twice a week, at Spa Park Community Ground.

One of the club’s proudest moments was moving to compete in the District Games.

Before receiving support from the Hollywood Foundation, Matamela Ramaphosa struggled with equipment and kit for their players.

Thanks to the aid from the Team in Bela Bela, the players were proudly presented with their new soccer kit in February, to wear during upcoming matches and games.

M. Mbuli, the Coach at Matamela Ramaphosa, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and said that the soccer kit will enable the club to form their own identity.

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Burgersfort – Bakwena Youth Development Academy

The youth continues to be at the forefront of many local sporting clubs across the country.

Physical activity and remaining fit and active has proven to have a positive impact on their growth and development and has also proven to have a remarkable impact on mental health. With this in mind, the Hollywood Foundation has prioritised the contribution of sporting kits and equipment to many clubs in the country, in order to continue giving the youth an outlet to shine in their respective sporting careers.

Bakwena Youth Development Academy, based in Limpopo, opened its doors to nurture young talent in 2022, and it is currently comprised of five teams.

Junior structures have also been fixed into place at the club, in order to promote and enhance the skills and abilities of the junior teams. Hard work, dedication and a passion for the game forms the basis of the club, and the players look forward to practicing twice a week at De-Kgale local sports ground. Ultimately, this club was formed to assist young men to enhance their soccer skills, as well as sheltering them from a harsh life filled with many social ills.

Some of the players have also moved up to play for the ABC Motsepe and SAB League. On 17 February 2023, the Team from Burgersfort visited the club, to present them with a playing kit. The players were excited to see their new sponsored-kit from the Hollywood Foundation, and thanked the Purple Team for coming to their aid. Mahlo Joel, the Chairman of Bakwena Youth Development Academy, said that the contribution will encourage the players to participate fully in matches.

Hollywoodbets GiyaniMageva Helenic FC

Established in 2015, Mageva Helenic FC is based in Malamulele, Limpopo. The club was founded with the aim of keeping young boys off the streets and enhancing their soccer skills and talents. Their goal is to be the best club in the local community and to take part in big tournaments. The club has 33 players and one team, who practice three times a week, at their local community sports ground. The club has been making significant strides in developing young

talent, but like many non-profit organisations, they have faced challenges in acquiring the necessary resources to take their efforts to the next level. This is where the Purple Team, an organisation passionate about sports development from grassroots level, stepped in to lend a hand. On 16 February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a soccer kit to the club.

The Team from Giyani was honoured to make this contribution to impact lives at this club. The soccer kit contribution is a significant gesture that

will motivate and inspire the young players to keep striving towards their goals.

Freelance Ngobeni, the Coach for Mageva Helenic FC, expressed his gratitude for the contribution. He said that the soccer kit would help the players look and feel like a team, which is vital for building team spirit and cohesion. He added that the contribution would also provide a sense of pride and belonging to the young boys, which is essential for their personal and social development.

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Makhado - Rapitsi FC

Established in 2005, Rapitsi FC is making a significant impact in the lives of young boys in Makhado, Limpopo.

Through soccer, the club is providing them with the necessary tools and resources to develop their talents, build their selfconfidence, and become successful individuals.

The club was founded with the aim of keeping young boys off the streets and enhancing their soccer skills and talents.

Their goal is to be the best in the local community and to take part in big tournaments. The club has 38 players and four teams, who practice three times a week, at their local community sports ground.

The players are between the ages of 14 to 27, and the club’s proudest moment was when they won the 2022 Community Tournament. On 2 March 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a soccer kit to the club.

The Team from Makhado visited the club with this meaningful contribution to

impact the lives of the players.

The Hollywood Foundation’s contribution towards Rapitsi FC is a testament of the Team’s commitment to promoting sports development in local communities.

Mike Mapelane, the club’s Manager, said they are grateful for

the contribution of the soccer kit which will help in encouraging players and also enable other teams to recognise them.

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Malamulele – Merwe Blackpool

Merwe Blackpool is a dynamic local soccer club, based in Limpopo. Since its establishment, it has produced phenomenal and hardworking players, who have grown and excelled in the sport.

In February 2023, the players at the club were ecstatic to hear the good news, that the Hollywood Foundation will be visiting to present them with a new sponsored kit.

Merwe Blackpool was established in 2008, and currently, the club consists of three teams,

Under-13, Under-17 and the senior team. In total, there are 62 players, who work together as a team and frequently attend practice sessions, which takes place twice a week. The primary reason for the creation of the club was to be a source of inspiration to the young men in the community

and motivate them to take part in stimulating physical activities, as opposed to engaging in drug abuse.

In 2020 and 2021, the team was proud to have won the Malamulele Soccer Tournament, where the players set the field on fire with their amazing talent and skills. As with many other development sports clubs, there are

many struggles and hardships to endure, and this club was struggling in terms of acquiring a kit. This prompted the club to request assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, given its reputation as caring for the community and investing in grassroots sport development.

On 16 February 2023, the Team from Malamulele presented the players at

Merwe Blackpool with a new sporting kit to wear during present and future matches.

Masingi Herrie, the Treasurer at Merwe Blackpool, explained that this contribution will motivate the team to play better, as well as attracting other boys from the villages to join the club.

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Mokopane - Madonsi Brave Hunters

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to uplift many developing sports clubs across South Africa. The impact of sport has proven to have a profound impact on individuals, particularly the youth, as it affords them an opportunity to gain valuable skills and work effectively within a team.

With Grassroots Sports Development being a key focus for the Hollywood Foundation, it was an honour for the Team to embark on a meaningful handover in Limpopo in February, this year.

Madonsi Brave Hunters is a soccer club that is based in Malamulele, and it was formed in 1987. Currently, there are 30 players at the club, who are between the ages of 18 to 30. The club was proud to implement junior structures, in order to foster young talent. There are four teams in total, and the players love to participate in active practice sessions, four days a week, at Madonsi Boltman.

There was a great need to form the soccer club, due to the many social ills that were prevalent within the community. Many of the young people were frequently exposed to a harsh lifestyle that consisted of alcohol and drugs, and the club was created to ensure that the youth remained fit and active, and worked towards a promising future.

One of the club’s proudest moments was winning a tournament in 2021, which was held by the Madonsi Gracious Givers. Hard work and determination also saw one of the club’s players being promoted to the Castle League.

A frequent challenge at the club was the difficulty in purchasing kits for the players to wear

during practice sessions and matches.

The Hollywood Foundation continues to prioritise the health and well-being of the youth through sports, and on 23 February 2023, the Team from Mokopane was proud to contribute a new soccer kit for the players. This soccer sponsorship will hopefully instill values of unity amongst the players at the club and motivate them to perform at their absolute best against other competing teams.

Kenny Makhubele, the Coach for Madonsi Brave Hunters, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for coming to their aid, and said that the contribution will have a positive impact on the players.

Hollywoodbets Musina – Manyathela FC

The Hollywood Foundation is on a mission to empower and uplift many local sports clubs throughout the country. Through contributions that have included kits and equipment, many upcoming athletes have had an opportunity to further their skills and grow within their sporting careers.

In February, it was an honour for the Team in Limpopo to visit a local sporting club, that is continuing to nurture upcoming athletes.

Manyathela FC was established in 2011, and the club is comprised of two teams. There are 31 players in total, who enjoy practicing twice a week. Junior structures have

also been put into place, in order to ensure that young athletes receive the necessary training to soar to greater heights.

The primary reason for the establishment of this club, was to ensure that young men have a platform to remain fit and active, as well as learn important values such as teamwork, hard work and determination.

On 28 February 2023, the Team from Musina paid a special visit to the

club, to put smiles on the faces of the players.

The players were ecstatic to receive the brand-new kit, which they will use during upcoming matches. Gladys

Manyathela, the Coach for Manyathela FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and said, “Our proudest moment is receiving a Hollywoodsponsored kit. We will now be recognised by other teams, and it will encourage the players to play better.”

“No one has ever become poor by giving.”

- Anne Frank

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Phalaborwa – Black Beats FC

The Hollywood Foundation Team in Limpopo, was honoured to have made a meaningful contribution to a local football club, that is doing their bit to uplift communities and empower young boys. With Grassroots Sports Development being a dedicated programme, the Purple Team is always looking for new development clubs to empower and support. Black Beats FC is a soccer club based in Phalaborwa, and it was established

in 2016. Currently, the club is comprised of one team, and 26 players in total. The players are extremely hardworking and dedicated, and they engage in active practice sessions twice a week. In this day and age, there are many social challenges in communities, which may have a negative impact on the youth. As such, Black Beats FC was formed to keep young boys away from drug abuse and help to enhance their soccer skills. The club has opened up about the many challenges that it has faced, including playing without a soccer

kit. On 15 April 2023, the Team from Phalaborwa visited the club, to contribute a new soccer kit for the players to wear during upcoming matches. A Coach at Black Beats FC explained that this kit will enable the players to be recognised by other teams and added that the contribution will encourage players to do better and attend practice sessions on a regular basis.

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Polokwane – Capricorn Master’s Football League

In February, the Team from Limpopo paid a special visit to a local soccer club, that is continuing to uplift both the youth and the elderly through sport. The Hollywood Foundation has been committed to empowering communities, and this year, various grassroots sports development clubs have received assistance in the form of new kits or equipment. Capricorn Master’s

Football League

was established in 2006, and it is a big club that consists of over 300 players. There are 14 teams, and junior structures have also been put into place in order to ensure that upcoming athletes receive the necessary support and training to reach for the stars. The players enjoy engaging in teamwork, and they look forward to practice sessions, which take place twice a week. In 2022, the club won the community tournament, due to the player’s hard work, determination and willingness to succeed.

Capricorn Master’s

Football League was formed to keep individuals fit and active, as well as keeping the love and spirit of football alive in the region. On 11 February 2023, the Team from Polokwane was humbled to contribute a new soccer kit to the club, in order to boost team morale and instill values of pride and unity amongst the players. Justo Seema, a Coach at Capricorn Master’s Football League, thanked the Purple Team for extending a helping hand to the club, and said, “We will now be visible when playing against other teams.”

Hollywoodbets ThohoyandouMatebele Happy Boys FC

In the small town of Thohoyandou, a football club has been making waves since its establishment in 2010.

Matebele Happy Boys

FC has been providing an avenue for young men to hone their skills on the field and, more importantly, keep them away from a difficult life on the streets.

The club started with just a handful of players, but it has grown to have 33 players in total. These players are between the ages of 17 and 28, and they practice on Tuesday and Thursdays.

Despite the challenges of limited resources and infrastructure, the club has been able to provide a safe space for these young men to pursue their passion for football. At the heart of the club is the desire to uplift the community. The club understands the dangers that young people face when they have a lot of free time. In a town like Thohoyandou, where unemployment is high, and opportunities are scarce, it is easy for young people to fall into the trap of drug abuse and crime.

Over the years, the Hollywood Foundation has been committed to empowering communities, and this year, various grassroots sports development

clubs have received assistance in the form of new kits or equipment.

On 15 March 2023, the Team from Thohoyandou paid a special visit to this local soccer club, to present the players with their new kit.

Jabu Mamaula, the Coach at Matebele Happy Boys FC, said that they are more than just a football club but a symbol of hope and inspiration in a community that has faced its fair share of challenges. He said, “We are committed to providing a safe spacefor young men to pursue their passion for football. We are grateful for the support that the Hollywood Foundation has provided us so far, thank you.”

Hollywoodbets Tzaneen – Pharare Happy Stars

Pharare Happy Stars, a football club in Limpopo, was happy to hear that their players will be receiving assistance from the Hollywood Foundation this year, through a soccer sponsorship. Grassroots Sports Development is a core pillar for the Team, and many sports clubs across the country have already received sporting kits and equipment that have made a tremendous difference in the lives of many players.

Pharare Happy Stars is situated in Pharare, and it opened its doors in 2012.

There are four teams within the club, Under-10, Under-12, Under-16 and the Senior team.

Junior structures have also been put into place, in an effort to nurture and develop young talent who join the club. Currently, there are 45 players within the club, who practice twice a week. The ages of the players range between 10 to 27 years.

The surrounding community has been affected by many social challenges, such as crime and poverty.

With this in mind, the club was formed to assist and support young men through enhancing their soccer skills, as well as ensuring that these men do not end up living a harsh, cold life on the streets. Despite their players not moving up to any other leagues, the coaches and staff at the club work hard to ensure that the players engage in active practice sessions and develop their skills and abilities on the field. The club had reached out to the Hollywood Foundation for help, due to the Purple Team’s commitment to ensuring that young adults are given fantastic opportunities through playing sport. On 2

March 2023, the Team from Tzaneen was proud to visit the club, to hand over a new soccer kit for the players to wear during practice sessions and matches. This soccer sponsorship has the aim of ensuring that the players have a sense of confidence, as well as boosting team morale.

Lucky Malatjie, the Manager of Pharare Happy Stars, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, and said that other teams will now respect and recognise the players in their new kit.

MPUMALANGA

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Acornhoek - Royal Kings FC

Royal Kings FC is a football team based in Mpumalanga.

Founded in 2021, the club has steadily grown to become a force to be reckoned with in the local football scene. With two divisions and 33 players, the team is a melting pot of talent, hard work, and passion for the beautiful game.

The team practices four days a week, from Tuesday to Friday, at Chavelagaza sports grounds, putting in hours of hard work and dedication to perfect their skills on the field.

The players, who are between the ages of 20 and 30, are young, energetic, and hungry for success.

Their determination and commitment to excellence have led them to numerous victories in

the local football scene including being a runnerup for a soccer league.

On 18 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a new soccer kit to players at Royal Kings FC. The contribution was presented to the club by the Team from Acornhoek, and it was a major boost to the team’s morale and motivation, as it came at a time when they were gearing up for upcoming games.

The club has come a long way since its inception, and the club’s journey has been one of

hard work, resilience, and perseverance.

The team’s success can be attributed to the unwavering support of the community, the dedication of the players, and the guidance of the coaching staff.

Rodney Sibuyi, the club’s Coach, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support, and said that the contribution will ensure that the team is always at its best when competing in matches.

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Emalahleni – Inter Real Hustlers FC

The Hollywood Foundation has been offering a sense of hope to female-centered sporting clubs across the country.

The Team acknowledges and recognises the talent shown on the field by these hardworking athletes, and through various contributions to development sporting clubs, the Team aims to keep the spirit of the sport alive, and further promote the sport to aspiring athletes in the future. Inter Real Hustlers FC is a

soccer club based in Mpumalanga, and the club was formed in 2021, to cater to female athletes.

Currently, the club consists of one team and 24 players, who enjoy working as a team and practicing at Ebuhleni Sports Ground.

The primary reason for the formation of the club was to prevent as many women as possible from engaging in illegal activities that plague nearby communities.

The resilience and determination of the players have resulted in

some being promoted to the Sasol League. On 11 March 2023, the Team from Emalahleni responded to the club’s call for assistance and was humbled to present the players with a new sporting kit for present and future matches.

Ntando Malandula, the Coach at the club, explained that the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation will have a profound impact on the overall functioning of the club and its players, and it will instill a sense of pride amongst the team.

Hollywoodbets Ermelo - Msuka Liqwa FC

The Hollywood Foundation is currently in the process of empowering future athletes and encouraging them to reach for the stars through meaningful contributions.

The Purple Team is focussed on ensuring that sports development clubs get the relevant support that they require, so that they are able to have a positive impact on more athletes in the future. In March, the Team in Mpumalanga was proud to identify a local sports club that required a helping hand and assisted them through a soccer sponsorship.

Msuka Liqwa FC is based in Ermelo, and the club opened its doors in 2013. Currently, there are 33

players at the club, who form part of one senior team.

The club has not yet implemented junior structures, however, they do provide training and mentoring to young players who choose to join the team.

The players are hardworking, determined and disciplined, and they enjoy active practice sessions every day, at AJ Swanepoel Fields.

Msuka Liqwa FC was primarily formed as a social hub, and to give the men within the community a chance to interact and remain fit and active. The club’s proudest moment was winning the Champions League in 2022. Like many other development clubs, there are many challenges to overcome.

The club relied on monthly contributions and sponsorships, in order to ensure that their training programmes were functional.

The Hollywood Foundation identified this soccer club as one that required support, and due to the Purple Team’s commitment to uplifting communities. The Team from Ermelo was humbled to visit Msuka Liqwa FC to hand over a new sports kit for the players to wear.

Sandile Mavuso, the Chairman of Msuka Liqwa FC, thanked the Purple Team for their generosity, and said, “This will assist greatly towards the operation of the team, as we struggled with away and home kits.”

Hollywoodbets Hendrina – Julia Stars FC

The Hollywood Foundation always takes advantage of an opportunity to uplift the community, in any way it can, to make a difference.

In April, the Purple Team was humbled to lend a helping hand in a form of a soccer sponsorship to Julia Stars FC in Hendrina, Mpumalanga. The club was established in 2015 with the aim to inspire young people to play soccer and to also curb the scourge of substance abuse.

Julia Stars FC currently consists of 54 players and has three divisions with players from the ages of 18 and above.

The players practice from Mondays to Fridays at the local grounds.

The club is focussed on empowering young football players through delivering professional coaching and player development solutions that meet national best practices. The club also thrives to provide players with opportunities, both locally and nationally. Before the contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the club was struggling to connect as a team especially since they did not have proper gear when participating in games. On 6 April 2023, the Team from Hendrina paid a special visit to Julia Stars FC to present them with

a kit which forms part of various soccer sponsorships the Hollywood Foundation has embarked on in the past years.

The handover was also to affirm the Foundation’s commitment to sports development at grassroots level.

Julia Mthombeni, the Manager at Julia Stars FC, said that they were playing with their own clothes when participating in tournaments and they sometimes asked for donations from the community. She added that the kits will assist them to be better identified as the youth in the area is passionate about sport and development.

Women also have a desire and passion for sport. The Hollywood Foundation recognises this, and through various projects and handovers, the Purple Team has contributed playing kits and equipment to upskill upcoming superstars across the country.

In March, it was an honour and a privilege for the Team in Mpumalanga to support Mega Shoot Ladies FC, through a soccer sponsorship and give the local football club added motivation to win on the field.

Mega Shoot Ladies FC was established in 2017, and the club consists of two divisions. In total, there are 30 players, who eagerly await their practice sessions from

Tuesday to Thursday, at Ext 16, Ground B. Junior structures have also been implemented at the club, to ensure that young players are afforded the necessary training to improve their skills.

The primary reason for the formation of the club was to ignite women’s passion for the game, and to give them an outlet to learn new skills and abilities. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning a local tournament. Some players within the club have also performed phenomenally, which saw them move up to London Zone 13 and Leandra United FC. Mega Shoot Ladies FC has opened up about the many challenges that it faces on a constant basis, such as relying on donations from the community and

local businesses. The Hollywood Foundation saw a perfect opportunity to support this club, and also highlight the talent and fire that women have for soccer. On 29 March 2023, the Team from Kinross was humbled to pay a special visit to the club, to present them with a new soccer kit. This soccer sponsorship consisted of new soccer jerseys and new shorts and has the aim of ensuring that the players compete with a sense of pride and dignity.

L.S Papani, the Chairperson of Mega Shoot Ladies FC, thanked the Purple Team for choosing to support the club, and said that the contribution will allow the youth to take their practice sessions seriously.

Hollywoodbets Kinross - Mega Shoot Ladies FC

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Mashishing - Young Galaxy FC

Young Galaxy FC is a soccer club based in Mpumalanga. Unlike other soccer clubs that are founded solely for the purpose of winning championships, Young Galaxy FC has a much more significant objective: to keep children off the streets.

Established in 2021, the aim of the club is to keep the youth engaged and away from trouble.

The youth at the club frequently learn skills, such as developing discipline and teamwork, as well as leadership qualities.

The club consist of three teams with 48 players who engage in practice sessions four times a week at Kellysville Soccer Field.

The club’s proudest moment was winning a recent tournament.

The club is more than just a place where children come to play soccer. It is a community that provides a sense of belonging and purpose. The coaches not only teach the children how to play soccer but also mentor them and provide guidance.

They encourage the children to stay in school and work hard to achieve their dreams.

The Hollywood Foundation, a charitable organisation that supports initiatives for sports development at grassroots level, made a significant contribution to Young Galaxy FC on 19 April 2023.

The contribution by the Team from Mashishing

was a soccer kit consisting of jerseys, shorts, and socks.

Boyboy Maluca, the Founder of Young Galaxy FC, expressed his appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation. He said that the contribution will create excitement for the players and ensure that they continue to play soccer. He said, “With the support of organisations like the Hollywood Foundation and other well-wishers, Young Galaxy FC will continue to make a difference in the lives of the children in Mpumalanga.”

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Middelburg - Mhluzi

Aces FC

The Hollywood Foundation Team, in Mpumalanga, is continuing to assist many sports development clubs, through contributions that include new soccer kits and equipment.

Since sport is such an important focus for the Purple Team, the Team is always looking to extend a helping hand to sports clubs from grassroots level. In March, Mhluzi Aces FC, a soccer club based in Mhluzi, welcomed news that the Hollywood Foundation will be assisting the club through a soccer sponsorship, and they have also extended their heartfelt gratitude to the Purple Team for making a difference amongst the players. Mhluzi Aces FC was formed in 2021, and the club is comprised of four teams. In total, there are 107 players at the club, who eagerly await practice sessions that take place from Monday to Thursday.

ensure that young talent are equipped with the necessary training to take their skills and abilities to the next level.

The nearby community was often plagued with various social challenges that affected the youth, such as drug abuse, and it became apparent that they needed a social hub to remain fit and active. One of the club’s proudest moments was when the Under-13 and Under-15 team won the league. Mhluzi Aces FC has also produced remarkable players, and some have moved up to play for the SAB league.

Given their commitment to empowering communities and supporting local sports clubs, the Hollywood Foundation chose to aid this club and help to

instill core values within the players, such as teamwork, discipline and persistence. On 2 March 2023, the Team from Middelburg ventured to the club, to present them with a new soccer kit.

This formed part of a soccer sponsorship and included new soccer jerseys and shorts.

Siya Mvambo, the Secretary of Mhluzi Aces FC, said that previously, the club relied on donations from parents, and also used money from their own pockets, to further the club’s operations. Speaking about the support from the Hollywood Foundation, he added, “This will help us in developing more players.”

Junior structures have also been put into place at the club, in order to

Hollywoodbets Mkhondo – Golden Stars FC

The Hollywood Foundation has been championing the development of sport from grassroots level this year. As a caring non-profit organisation, the Team is aware that many youngsters use sport as a platform to grow and develop.

In April this year, the Team from Mpumalanga was honoured to visit Golden Stars FC, a local soccer club that has been doing their share to bring the community together.

Golden Stars FC opened its doors in 2019, and it

has been a beacon of hope for many upcoming soccer stars. The club consists of many eager and enthusiastic players, who regularly look forward to active practice sessions, that take place on a regular basis. Golden Stars FC consists of motivated and dedicated coaches and trainers, who go the extra mile to ensure that players receive the necessary support and coaching to take their skills to the next level.

The ultimate goal of the club is to develop and produce professional soccer players in the future. Being a development sporting club means that there

are many challenges and hardships to endure, such as a lack of resources and playing kit. One frequent challenge that the players at the club had to endure included the sharing of playing jerseys during matches.

On 13 April 2023, the Team from Mkhondo visited Golden Stars FC, to assist the players with a contribution of a soccer kit.

A representative from Golden Stars FC thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generous contribution, adding that it will have a positive impact on the development of the club.

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Secunda - Mmadi’s Academy

Grassroots Sports Development is a dedicated programme at the Hollywood Foundation, and the Team is constantly looking for development clubs to assist and support across the country. In March, the Team in Mpumalanga was humbled to assist a local sports club through a soccer sponsorship and give the players the best possible chance of succeeding in their sporting careers.

Mmadi’s Academy was established in 2017, and the club is comprised of eight divisions. The club consists of dedicated coaches and trainers, who have also implemented junior structures to ensure that young athletes are given the necessary training

and mentoring to soar to greater heights. There are currently 120 players at the club, who engage in stimulating practice sessions from Monday to Friday. The primary reason for the creation of this club was to ensure that the youth keep fit and active, as opposed to living a harsh, cold life on the streets.

D. Modise, a representative from Mmadi’s Academy, opened up about the many challenges that the club has faced, such as receiving donations from his colleagues who are now unemployed. The club has produced phenomenal players, and five of them have had the opportunity to move up to other leagues. The Purple Team has a key focus on sport, and through various programmes

and handovers, the Team is proud to make a difference at clubs across many sporting codes, such as soccer, netball, cricket and rugby. The Team from Secunda identified Mmadi’s Academy as a sports club that required assistance, and on 23 March 2023, the Team paid a special visit to them to hand over a new soccer kit.

This formed part of a soccer sponsorship and has the aim of instilling values such as pride and unity amongst the players when they compete in matches.

D. Modise thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist the club and said that the contribution will greatly help as the club lacked the necessary kit and gear for the players to wear.

WESTERN CAPE

Hollywoodbets Beacon Valley - Ikasi School FC

The Hollywood Foundation continues to be at the forefront of sports development at grassroots level throughout the country.

In February, the Purple Team once again showed its support for Ikasi School FC in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, with a soccer sponsorship.

Ikasi Soccer FC was established in 2018 with the aim to provide young women in the community with a safe, educational after-school soccer programme.

The programme focusses on building the player’s individual confidence, equality in society, and their passion for the sport. The club currently has 60 young girls from the ages between six and 17, and they practice four times a week at Hopolong Combined School.

The club’s management hopes that the programme

will help to develop their players’ talents and enhance their sports skills.

In 2022, two of their beneficiaries went to play in Sweden and 12 girls have been promoted to play in the SAFA Regional. With this programme, the club wants to give these young girls confidence and a sense of belonging. The club’s vision is to build a hub at one of the four schools namely, Eluxolweni, Kukhanyile, Hopolang, and Lwandle, that will provide an upgraded sports facility for girls of all ages at public schools within Khayelitsha.

Through the soccer sponsorship, the Purple Team was humbled to contribute a soccer kit to Ikasi School FC to

help make their dreams come true.

Like other development clubs, the club has encountered a number of challenges and overcame various stigmas. On top of running practices, a life skills class is taught to the girls once a week by volunteers from African Impact.

This gives the girls a chance to express themselves in ways that they are unable to during practice or at home.

Dumisani Ntshodo, the Director at Ikasi School FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the much-needed assistance, and said that the contribution will help to boost the girl’s confidence and team morale.

Hollywoodbets Belville – Shepherds FC

Sport continues to be a positive platform for the youth in our country. It has proven to have a positive effect on their overall mental and physical well-being.

The Hollywood Foundation recognises this, and through various initiatives, the Team aims to leave a long-lasting impact on many grassroots development clubs across South Africa.

With this in mind, the Team in the Western Cape was proud to make another soccer sponsorship in March, to a fast-growing football club that continues to change the lives of young athletes.

Shepherds FC was formed in 2004, and is based in Belville, Western Cape.

There are five teams within the club, Under-10, Under-12, Under-14, Under-16 and the Senior team. Junior structures have also been put into place, in order to ensure that young talent are given the necessary training and support to flourish.

There are 120 players in total, who enjoy practice sessions that occur four times a week. One of the club’s proudest moments was winning the League in 2011, and some players have also moved up to play for the Castle/ SAB League. There was a great need to create this football club, due to the social ills that were widespread and prevalent within the community.

The youth was exposed to a life that consisted of drugs, alcohol and crime, and it became apparent that they needed an outlet to learn basic skills

and remain fit and active. One of the Team Members came across this club, after watching them play in a soccer tournament at Belville Sports Centre and was impressed with the skills and talent of the players. The Team Member saw a great need to assist the club, and with the help of the Hollywood Foundation, Shepherds FC was able to receive a new sporting kit.

The handover formed part of a soccer sponsorship, and the Team from Belville presented the players with the new kit on 4 March 2023.

A Coach at the club thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the muchneeded support and said that the contribution will be a positive way to attract more players.

Hollywoodbets Boulevard - Young

Killers FC

Young Killers FC is a community-based soccer club established in 2005 in the Western Cape.

The club was formed with the primary objective of keeping young people away from the streets, and providing them with an opportunity to develop their soccer skills.

Since its inception, the club has grown to accommodate three teams and 75 playerswho train at Thembalethu grounds.

The club’s dedication to the development of young talent has earned them a reputation as one of the best soccer clubs in the area, and their success on the field is a testament to their commitment.

The club’s proudest moment came when they won nine tournaments, a remarkable feat for a community-based soccer club.

the area. Over the years, the club has produced talented players who have gone on to play for a Domestic League.

The success of these players has inspired younger generations and has further cemented the club’s reputation as a breeding ground for young talent.

On 11 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation chose to sponsor Young Killers FC with a soccer kit.

The contribution will help the players at the club to look presentable when

participating in games and is proof of the hard work and dedication of the club’s members.

The Team from Boulevard visited the club to present the contribution and they were impressed by the club’s commitment to youth development.

Pasika, the Coach, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation, and said that the contribution will boost team morale and hopefully help the club to gain respect and attract more players.

These victories not only brought pride to the club but also provided inspiration and hope to the young people in

Hollywoodbets Dunoon - Sinenjongo High School

Sport plays a major role in the lives of many athletes.

High-endurance sport like soccer, train athletes to focus and build stamina in the face of intense difficulty.

For learners, participating in sports can increase their brain function and help them to concentrate and manage their time better, all of which contribute to higher grades.

For this reason, the Team from Dunoon saw the need to contribute a soccer kit to Sinenjongo High School, to help

boost the team’s morale and also to make them look and feel like a team when competing with their counterparts. Sports development at grassroots level is a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation Team, and the visit to the school on 10 March 2023 to hand over the kit to the excited club, was an affirmation of that.

Sinenjongo High School club was established in 2004 with the aim to keep learners away from drugs and gangsterism. Most of the learners from the school come from underprivileged homes plagued by poverty and unemployment. The club currently has 20 players between the ages of 14

to 18, and they practice two times a week at the school grounds.

The club’s proudest moment was when they competed in the Zachs Tournament, which was comprised of four schools, and they were placed in the second position.

Most of the players from the club are also involved in the community leagues.

Luvuyo, the Coach at Sinenjongo High School, said that they are thankful for the contribution, and said, “The players will be able to participate in tournaments on a daily basis and be involved in many tournaments looking and feeling like a team.”

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Durbanville - CCK Legacy

The Hollywood Foundation was proud to lend a helping hand to CCK Legacy in February.

Grassroots Sport Development is one of many major pillars for the Team, as they are aware of the many benefits that sport may have on the overall functioning of youth in the country.

Through many sport sponsorships, the Purple Team aims to not only assist developing clubs, but to uplift communities and change lives.

CCK Legacy was established in 2015, and it is based in Fisantekraal, Western Cape. There are six teams in the club, and 144 players in total.

The club also consists of junior structures, that have been formed to nurture the next

generation of athletes. Many social challenges, such as poverty, crime and drug abuse, are prevalent in the area and the club was formed to ensure that the youth have a safe haven, as opposed to living a harsh, cold life on the streets.

The players at the club are extremely eager and hardworking and engage in practice sessions three times a week.

The club has tasted success in the past and won several tournaments. Three players at the club were also scouted and have moved up to other leagues.

Like many other clubs, there are challenges to overcome, and this prompted the club to seek assistance from the Hollywood Foundation. The Hollywood Foundation has been impacting an array of developing clubs, in

order to ensure that young talent have the best possible chance of growing and achieving greatness in the future.

On 9 February 2023, the Team from Durbanville paid a friendly visit to CCK Legacy and presented a new sporting kit to the players. The players could not contain their excitement and were grateful for the much-needed support that will help to improve team morale within the club.

Chumani Kobeni, the Chairman of CCK Legacy, thanked the Purple Team for their support, and added that this contribution will ensure that the players no longer have to share their kit during training and matches.

Hollywoodbets George – Ratanang Legends FC

The Hollywood Foundation has been extending a helping hand to many sports clubs across the country.

The Purple Team is committed to uplifting many grassroots sporting clubs in the country, across various sporting codes, including soccer, netball, rugby and cricket. In April, the Team from the Western Cape visited a soccer club in the community of George, to contribute a new soccer kit for the players to wear in the upcoming year.

Ratanang Legends FC is

based in Thembalethu, George, and it opened its doors to eager and enthusiastic players in 2009. The club is comprised of one team and 40 players, who practice twice a week.

Due to the prevalence of many social challenges in the community, including drugs and crime, the club was formed in order to ensure that the youth walked on the right path, and engaged in physical activity that kept them fit and healthy. The club was struggling in terms of acquiring a kit, and through a meaningful soccer sponsorship, the Team from George chose to hand over a soccer

kit to instill values of pride and unity amongst the players.

Xoleni Ndesi, the Captain of Ratanang Legends FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for choosing to assist with the advancement of the club, and said that the contribution will allow the players to look neat and tidy during their matches.

Hollywoodbets Knysna - Boys of Eden Soccer Club

Knysna-based Boys of Eden Soccer Club in the Western Cape, has been providing a safe and positive environment for the youth to engage in sports activities since 1992. The club’s primary aim is to fight the scourge of substance abuse in the area through sports.

There are 45 players in total from ages 17 to 23, who engage in practice sessions three times a week from Tuesday to Thursday. The players

at this club are motivated to learn teamwork, discipline, and the value of hard work.

The club’s proudest moment came when they won against the Motsepe Team and when some of the players moved up to play for the Motsepe League.

However, the club has had its fair share of challenges, including a lack of resources. As an organisation that has been actively involved in sports development from grassroots level, the

Hollywood Foundation was honoured to offer its support to the club.

The Team from Knysna visited the club on 6 April 2023 with a contribution of a soccer kit. The soccer kit was a welcome boost for the club as it would enable the players to train and compete with proper equipment.

Sichumiso, the club’s Coach, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support, saying that it is a great motivation for the players.

Hollywoodbets Kuils River - Tornado FC

Ken Doherty once said, “The five S’s of sports training are: stamina, speed, strength, skill, and spirit; but the greatest of these is spirit”.

Bearing this in mind, the Hollywood Foundation has firmly cemented its commitment to sports development, by supporting an array of grassroots clubs throughout the country.

The Purple Team recognises the positive impact that sport has on the upbringing of the youth, and the values that it helps to instill in them.

In February, it was a privilege for the Hollywood Foundation to venture to a dynamic sports club in the Western Cape, to present them with a soccer sponsorship. Tornado FC was

established in 2003, and is currently based in Mfuleni, Western Cape. There are 140 players, who are spread across a total of five teams. Junior structures have been put into place, in order to ensure that young talent receive the necessary training and guidance to flourish in their sporting career.

The players are consistent and determined, and enjoy engaging in active practice sessions, four days a week, at Mfuleni Field. The club was ultimately formed to protect the future of the youth from surrounding communities and preventing them from enduring a harsh life that includes crime, drugs and alcohol.

The club has produced some phenomenal players, who have moved

up to the Castle ABC League in the Cape Winelands region.

There were many challenges that the club had to endure, which prompted them to reach out to the Hollywood Foundation for assistance. On 26 February 2023, the Team from Kuils River paid a visit to the club, to present them with their new sporting gear, as part of a soccer sponsorship.

The players were excited to receive the brand-new kit, as they happily posed for photographs as a team. Sipho Daniso, the Chairperson of Tornado FC, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their support, and said, “This contribution will motivate and encourage us to do better, on and off the field.”

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LansdownePro-Stars AFC

The Hollywood Foundation is helping to nurture the next generation of sporting stars. Grassroots Sports Development is a key pillar for the Purple Team, due to the remarkable impact that sport has on the growth and development of young talent. Sport has also proven to uplift communities, as it ensures that the youth have an outlet to engage in physical activity, as opposed to engaging in many of the social ills that plague society.

Seeing that community upliftment is a goal for the Hollywood Foundation, it was an honour for the Team to assist Pro-Stars AFC in the Western Cape, through a meaningful soccer sponsorship. Pro-Stars AFC is a

soccer club based in Manenberg, Western Cape, and it was established in 2019. The club is comprised of eight teams, and there are junior structures to ensure that the entire youth age group receives training. There are 140 players in total, who are between the ages of 16 and 19.

The players at the club engage in practice sessions three times a week, which also brings a sense of collectivity and teamwork. Many of the youth who reside in this area are frequently exposed to social challenges, such as drugs, alcohol and crime. This prompted the formation of the club, to help ensure that young adults are given a new chance to stay active and succeed in life. One of the club’s proudest moments was when the team

qualified for the final of a tournament.

Pro-Stars AFC reached out to the Hollywood Foundation, as they were looking for a sponsor to assist players that will be travelling to Turkey in July this year.

On 9 February 2023, the Team from Lansdowne was proud to contribute a new soccer kit for the players. This soccer sponsorship will hopefully boost the confidence of the players, as the team will now look presentable and appear as one unit when competing during matches.

Nizaam Carolissen, the President of Pro-Stars AFC, expressed his gratitude to the Purple Team for the contribution, and added that it will make a tremendous difference within the club and overall team morale.

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Maitland - Lemosa FC

The benefits of sport and remaining active has proven to have a remarkable impact on the growth and development of the youth and upcoming athletes. Sports development is a key focus area for the Team at the Hollywood Foundation, as well as contributing towards grassroots development clubs throughout the country.

In the Western Cape, the Purple Team was proud to visit a soccer club, to present them with a soccer sponsorship and instill values of unity and team work amongst the players.

Lemosa FC is based in Delft South, Cape Town, and the club was formed in 2022, with the aim of promoting soccer amongst the youth from within the community.

to keep the youth busy and engaged in physical activities.

There are three teams at the soccer club, and 48 players in total who practice from Monday to Thursday. The players range between the ages of 12, 14 and 16, and there are junior structures in place to nurture young talent.

One of the club’s proudest moments was when their netball club became the first club in the Cape Flat’s history to compete with top schools in South Africa.

The club reached out to the Hollywood Foundation for assistance and support and given the Purple Team’s commitment to uplifting

the community, it was a natural decision to make a meaningful contribution to to Lemosa FC.

On 28 February 2023, the Team from Maitland was humbled to present the players with a new kit, which comprised of jerseys, shorts and socks.

This soccer sponsorship will hopefully lead to more players joining the club and boost morale amongst the current players.

A representative from Lemosa FC thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support and said that the new kit will allow the players to identify each other on the field.

There are many social issues that are prevalent within this community, such as crime, and the club was established with the intention of creating a social platform

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Malmesbury –Swartland Community Sport Centre

Swartland Community Sport Centre, based in Malmesbury, Western Cape, was established in 2019 and has been a beacon of light for the youth within the community.

In April, the club warmly welcomed the news that the players will be receiving much-needed assistance this year, in the form of a new sporting kit. Given the Hollywood Foundation’s commitment to uplifting the community and investing back into grassroots sport development, it was an honour and privilege for the Team to make this contribution to the club.

Swartland Community Sport Centre initially began as a club that focussed on the growth and development of their junior teams. Now, the club consists of six teams and 500 players in total. The club has remained devoted to its commitment of empowering the youth, which can be seen in the junior structures that have been implemented for young talent.

The primary reason for the creation of Swartland Community Sport Centre was to give the youth an outlet to remain fit and healthy and promote the importance of physical activity amongst the youth. The players at the club are extremely motivated and dedicated to their practice sessions from Monday to Thursday, and they rarely skip a session. One of the club’s proudest moments was their comeback win in a match in April, and their team have also moved up from competing in the LFA to the SAB League. Despite the club’s commitment to its

players, there have been many struggles and challenges to endure, including the COVID-19 pandemic and a shortage of a playing kit for the team. On 21 April 2023, the Team from Malmesbury visited Swartland Community Sport Centre, with a heartfelt contribution that included a new kit for the players.

Vula Dingani, the Coach, expressed delight after receiving the warm visit from the Purple Team, and said, “With the new kit, we have better options and we will now be a quality team.”

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Montague Gardens –

Factreton Spurs Netball Club

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing to impact an array of development sports clubs throughout the country, across various sporting codes.

The Purple Team has a firm commitment to ensure that upcoming athletes have the necessary support to enhance their performance and skills.

In February, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to assist a netball club in the Western Cape, through a meaningful contribution that instilled a sense of pride and unity amongst the players.

Factreton Spurs Netball Club is situated in

Factreton, Western Cape, and it opened its doors in 2021. The club is comprised of five teams, and junior structures have also been put into place, in order to nurture and grow young talent.

In total, there are 40 players within the club, who are between the ages of 13 and 15. The players are extremely hardworking and committed, and they engage in active practice sessions, three times a week, at a field in Gilder Crescent.

The primary reason for the formation of the club was to ensure that the youth keep fit and active, as opposed to living a life that consisted of drugs, alcohol, and gangsterism. One of the club’s proudest moments include winning their

first game. In an effort to make a positive impact on the functioning of the club, the Team from Montague Gardens was proud to contribute a new netball kit for the players.

The handover took place on 22 February 2023, and it has an aim of ensuring that the players compete with confidence during their matches.

Belinda Barron, the Chairperson of Factreton Spurs Netball Club, extended her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their assistance, and said, “This will be our first proper gear, and the players will be so proud to play in it.”

Hollywoodbets Mossel Bay - Golden Stars FC

Golden Stars FC, located in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is a club that was established in 1957.

Over the years, the club has grown and today, it has four teams, comprising of 70 players who practice four times a week at Barcelone Fields. The club has been working tirelessly to provide a safe and positive environment for children to engage in sports activities.

The club’s primary aim is to take the kids off the streets and away from corruption.

Through sports, the children learn teamwork, discipline, and the value of hard work. Golden Stars FC’s proudest moment came in the 2022/23 season, when the team won the Easter Tournament.

about their victory. The team had worked hard, and their dedication and commitment paid off in the tournament. Despite having some of their players move up to play in the SAB League, the club has had its challenges.

One of the significant issues that the club has faced is a lack of resources. Many of the players come from disadvantaged backgrounds, and the club struggles to provide the necessary equipment and facilities to support them.

On 14 April 2023, the Team from Mossel Bay contributed a soccer kit to the club. The soccer kit was a welcome boost, as it would enable the players to train and compete with proper equipment.

This was a significant milestone for the club, and the players were ecstatic

Sinethemba Lamani, the Coach, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the support, saying that it would go a long way in helping the club to achieve its goals.

Hollywoodbets Paarl –Bright Stars Netball Club

The Hollywood Foundation prides itself on leaving a long-lasting legacy for many female local sporting clubs across the country.

The Team is aware of the passion and drive that many women have for sport, and their desire to succeed on the field. Many development clubs have warmly received assistance from the Purple Team this year, and in April, the Team from the Western Cape was honoured to leave a special touch at a netball club, that is continuing to encourage female participation in sports.

Bright Stars Netball Club was formed in 2019, and the club consists of three

dedicated teams. In total, there are 25 players within the club, and junior structures that have also been put into place, in order to encourage more participation from the youth.

The ladies on the team look forward to coming together and engaging in active practice sessions on a weekly basis on an open field. Based in Smartie Town in the Western Cape, there are many social challenges that plague communities, and as such, the club was formed to keep the youth off the streets and give them a sense of hope and pride.

One of the club’s proudest moments include winning trophies

and medals in a tournament. Bright Stars Netball Club sought assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, and on 21 April 2023, the Team from Paarl journeyed to the club, to present the players with their netball kit.

The ladies were thrilled to welcome the Purple Team, and warmly accepted the newlysponsored kit from the Team.

Berenice Plaatjies, the Manager of Bright Stars Netball Club, extended her heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the contribution, and said that the kit will help the players to adopt a positive mindset during their games.

Hollywoodbets ParowSpartans FC

The Hollywood Foundation continues to leave a mark with meaningful contributions throughout the country.

On 26 February 2023, the Purple Team visited Spartans FC in the Western Cape for a soccer sponsorship initiative.

With sports development at grassroots level being the major focus for the Purple Team, it was fitting for the Team to once again impact lives through a contribution of a soccer kit for the club. Spartans FC was established in 2012 with the aim to help the youth develop their skills and talents.

The club is building a proud tradition of developing boys, not only in sport but in all

aspects of life, such as maintaining proper behaviour on and off the field, and also keeping them away from gangsterism, drugs and other abuse that they face on the streets.

Like many other clubs, this club has its fair share of challenges especially with playing equipment and kits. Spartans FC currently has one team with 16 players who practice once a week at the Sleepy Hollow grounds.

The players are between the ages of 16 and 41. The club’s proudest moment was winning the November and Easter Tournament held last year, and some players have moved from the team to the Castle League. The club has opened up about struggling to secure sponsors

and mostly relying on sponsorships and sponsorships as they do not receive a government grant.

The club approached the Hollywood Foundation through the Parow branch, asking for assistance, and the Team was humbled to assist the club with equipment and kit.

Mark Davids, a representative for Spartans FC, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the generosity and said that the contribution will help them to grow the club and recruit more players.

Hollywoodbets Philippi

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Nkeleketha FC

The development of grassroots sports clubs continues to be a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation. Sports development is a major focus for the Purple Team, due to the positive impact that sport has proven to have on the upliftment and growth of upcoming athletes.

In February 2023, the Hollywood Foundation was proud to make a meaningful contribution to a football club, which is continuing to prioritise the well-being of the youth.

Nkeleketha FC is situated in Mpozolo Street in the Western Cape, and it was established in 2013.

The club is based within an informal settlement, and as such, there was a great need to create a platform for the youth within the community to come together and engage in an activity that kept them active. The club was also formed to ensure that many children did not have to endure a tough life on the streets.

There are six divisions within the club, and junior structures have also been put into place in order to ensure that young talent have the necessary support to flourish. There are 120 players in total, who are all under the age of 14. The club’s proudest moment was when the Under-10 team won the league. Like many other development sports clubs, there are many struggles and challenges to endure, such as a lack of equipment and kits.

On 28 February 2023, The Team from Philippi was proud to pay a

special visit to the club, to present them with a new soccer kit for their upcoming matches.

Sandisiwe Lusizi, the Secretary at Nkeleketha FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for coming to their aid, and said that the players will no longer have to share one kit amongst the team.

Hollywoodbets

Somerset - Oklahoma Street Primary School

Continuing with their pledge to assist an array of grassroots development clubs, the Hollywood Foundation visited Oklahoma Street Primary School in Cape Town, in an effort to make a positive impact on the girls’ netball team through a netball sponsorship.

Many of the girls that form part of the team thoroughly enjoy the sport, and have found a sense of belonging. As such, it was an honour for the Purple Team to assist the school, to ensure that present and future netball stars have a fantastic opportunity to shine.

Oklahoma Street Primary School opened its doors to eager learners in 1979, and apart from ensuring

that the learners have a good quality education, the school also offers various sporting codes for the learners to join. Currently, there are 60 players within the netball teams, and seven teams in total. Junior structures have also been put into place for the younger players, in order to grow and develop their skills.

The players enjoy their practice sessions, which take place twice a week, at the school’s grounds. One of the team’s proudest moments was winning the Top School event, which placed them first in their league. A few girls have also gone on to play in the Western Province league.

The Hollywood Foundation Team has a special place in its heart for sports development, and many of its

campaigns aim to ensure that not only boys, but girls have an opportunity to compete at their highest level.

The school reached out to the Purple Team for support, and on 1 March 2023, the Team from Somerset was proud to contribute a netball sponsorship to the school, which comprised of a new netball kit for the girls.

Odette Manuel-Plaatjies, a Sports Coordinator for Oklahoma Street Primary School, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the assistance, and said, “The majority of our parents are underprivileged, and this will help because sports attire is expensive. This contribution will help to support and give learners an opportunity to equip themselves through sport.”

Hollywoodbets Stellenbosch - Legacy Netball Team

In 2021, Legacy Netball Team was established, marking a significant addition to the netball community. This team is composed of 15 young players between the ages of 12 and 13, who are passionate about the sport and dedicated to honing their skills.

Their commitment to the game is evident in their regular practice schedule, which runs from Monday to Thursday at the Legacy Sports Complex.

On 18 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a netball kit to the team. The Team from Stellenbosch visited the Legacy Netball Team to witness the positive impact of their contribution. The players were overjoyed to receive the kit, and it gave them a sense of unity and pride.

Legacy Netball Team is a promising addition to the netball community.

already demonstrated their potential in their first few games. With the support of the Hollywood Foundation and other well-wishers, the team is poised to make a significant impact in the sporting world.

Miemie, the Coach at Legacy Netball Team, expressed her appreciation to the Hollywood Foundation for their contribution.

She emphasised the importance of such contributions in promoting the growth and development of young players in the sport. She also noted that the contribution will have a positive impact on the team’s morale and will also help to raise their profile in the netball community.

The club’s dedication, passion, and hard work are admirable, and the players have

Hollywoodbets Strand - Helderberg Aces

The Hollywood Foundation continues to positively impact the lives of the youth throughout the country with various programmes including sports development at grassroots level.

Sports has an amazing and unique way of making a difference on a daily basis. Besides helping children to get active and healthy, sports participation can have other major benefits such as improved mental well-being and increased self-esteem.

The Hollywood Foundation is big on assisting sports clubs with equipment and kits, to ensure that they continue to bring a positive change to their respective areas.

In line with this, the Purple Team from Strand in the Western Cape was humbled to visit Helderberg Aces on 11 March 2023, for a soccer kit handover.

Helderberg Aces was established in 2020 with the aim to upskill and unearth talent in the youth within the Helderberg area. With all the social ills and other challenges that the youth in the area face every day, the club also helps to keep them off the streets with physical activity that can teach them discipline and physical exercise.

The club currently has five divisions with 120 players between the ages of 18 and above, who practice from Mondays to Thursdays. As an organisation that works

within communities, the Hollywood Foundation saw this as an opportunity to invest in the club, as it mostly works with the youth to help them achieve their goal of taking football to the next level, and also participating in many tournaments and championships. Before this generous contribution from the Hollywood Foundation, the club had two kits which were being shared by all five divisions.

Lulama Bobi, a representative from the Helderberg Aces, said that they are eternally grateful for the contribution as it will help to boost the team morale and make them feel confident during their games.

Hollywoodbets VascoNashtec FC

Grassroots Sports Development continues to be a major focus for the Hollywood Foundation this year. An array of sporting clubs have already received muchneeded assistance, which will hopefully lead to improved performance and overall growth for upcoming athletes.

In February, it was an honour for the Purple Team to assist Nashtec FC in the Western Cape, through a soccer sponsorship. Based at Voortrekker Road, Nashtec FC was formed in 2010 to uplift the community. The year was also a crucial time for soccer development in South Africa, due to the 2010 Soccer World Cup. The club is

small, but mighty, and is comprised of two teams, one for seniors and one for the youth. In total, there are 24 players, who are between the ages of 25 and 48.

The club is incredibly proud of the hard work and determination of its players, who engage in practice sessions, twice a week, at President High School. The primary reason for the formation of Nashtec FC was to afford youth and men from the nearby community a platform to engage in social activities and interact with one another.

The club has tasted success in the past and won the Zororo Pumlani Invitation Tournament, which was a proud moment for both the

players and the coaches. A need for new sporting gear prompted the club to seek support from the Hollywood Foundation. Seeing as the club shares the same mission and vision as the Hollywood Foundation, which is to empower the community, it was a natural decision for the Purple Team to reach out and assist these players. On 11 February 2023, the Team from Vasco travelled to Nashtec FC, to contribute a new sporting kit, for the players to wear during upcoming matches.

L Muhamba, the Secretary for Nashtec FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for the assistance, and said that the contribution will help to subsidise the cost of new apparel.

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VoortrekkerStonebrokers FC

Stonebrokers FC is a club that is making waves in the Western Cape’s football community.

Established in 2013, the club has since grown to accommodate three teams and 120 players, who practice four times a week at Bergsig Sportsfield.

The club caters to players aged 17 and up, with a strong focus on promoting soccer and the love of the game.

The club’s proudest moment came in the 2022/23 season when they won the top eight tournaments. This accomplishment is

a testament to the hard work and dedication put in by the players and coaching staff. The club’s girls’ team plays in the SAFA Edon Regional League, and they have been making steady progress in recent years.

The team’s participation in the league provides a platform for young girls in the Voortrekker community to showcase their talent and passion for the game. On 13 April 2023, the Hollywood Foundation contributed a soccer kit to the club.

The contribution from the Voortrekker Team was a significant boost for the club, as it provided the players with the necessary equipment to continue with their training and competitions.

Eslin Arendse, the Chairperson of Stonebrokers FC, expressed his gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for their support. He highlighted the significance of the contribution and how it will benefit the players in the long run.

Eslin also mentioned that the club is continuously seeking support from individuals and organisations to help them achieve their goals and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Hollywoodbets WaterkantKensington AFC

It was another beautiful day in the Western Cape, as the Hollywood Foundation Team embarked on another meaningful handover. Throughout this year, the Purple Team has been leaving their imprint on an array of sports development clubs in the country.

Grassroots Development continues to be a passion for the Team, due to the positive impact that sport has shown to have within communities, and the overall growth of the youth.

Kensington AFC is a football club that is based in Cape Town, and it has been in existence since 1991. There are 10 teams within the club, and 250 players in total. Junior structures have

also been put into place, in order to ensure that young talent are given the necessary support to thrive as football stars. Based at 4th Avenue Sports Complex, the players at the club enjoy coming together and engaging in practice sessions, twice a week. The club was formed to ensure that the youth from the community have an opportunity to escape a harsh life of gangsterism and crimerelated activities and have a solid chance of living a good quality of life, now and in the future.

One of the club’s proudest moment was producing well-known players, such as the likes of Granwald Scott and Craig Martin. Like many other sports development clubs in the country, there are many challenges and

obstacles to overcome on a daily basis. The club reached out for assistance from the Hollywood Foundation, due to the Purple Team’s focus on nurturing upcoming athletes. On 6 March 2023, the Team from Waterkant paid a friendly visit to Kensington AFC, to present them with their new sporting kit for the players. This handover formed part of a soccer sponsorship and has the aim of instilling values of teamwork and unity within the club.

Warren Langerman, the Chairman of Kensington AFC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and said that the contribution will now provide the club with resources to produce more players.

Hollywoodbets

Woodstock - Garden Village FC

Cape Town-based Garden Village FC has been in the business of creating football stars for over nine decades.

The club was founded in Garden Village, Maitland, in 1926 and has played under the auspices of the old Western Province Football Association for most of its existence.

Garden Village FC was the home to many prominent football administrators and players who are still active in football today. Today, the club has around 140 players, including seven junior

teams and four senior teams, and the players practice two times a week.

The club’s achievements during its rich and proud history are numerous with the greatest season for the club being many years ago in 1937, when the Under-18 team, the third team, the second team and first team, each made a clean sweep of League and Knock Out trophies in the then Western Province Football Association.

Presently, Garden Village FC still has the same commitment and zeal which earned this proud club such an enviable reputation over the years.

Seeing their commitment to uplifting aspiring football stars, the Hollywood Foundation, which also focusses on sports development from grassroots levels, saw the need to assist this club with a sports kit for the players.

The Purple Team from Woodstock visited the club on 24 February 2023 to hand over the items to excited players at the club.

Ralph Van Der Schyff, the Chairman at Garden Village FC, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Hollywood Foundation for the generous contribution.

Hollywoodbets Worcester - Kalitz Style FC

The Hollywood Foundation Team in the Western Cape travelled to a small but dynamic development club in February, in an effort to touch lives and encourage participation in sports, through a soccer sponsorship.

The Purple Team has been actively making contributions across the country and shining a spotlight on grassroots sports development and the positive influence that it has proven to have on individuals.

Kalitz Style FC is based in Roux Park, Worcester, and it was formed in 2021. Currently, the club only consists of one team, with 20 players in total. The club prioritises the development and growth of upcoming athletes, while also supporting and assisting

players who are over the age of 21. There are currently no junior structures put into place, however, the club still seeks to develop young talent. The club’s proudest moment was when the hard work and determination of the players resulted in the team reaching the semi-finals of a local competition.

The main reason for the creation of the club was to give the youth an outlet to develop and keep fit and active.

The Hollywood Foundation has a key focus on sports development, and many of their campaigns and initiatives have been a source of inspiration to athletes, who use sport as a platform to learn, grow and work within a team. Kalitz Style FC had previously reached

out to the Purple Team for support.

Given their commitment to community upliftment, the Hollywood Foundation made a natural decision to help the club, to ensure that present and future football stars have the best possible chance of succeeding. On 24 February 2023, the Team from Worcester chose to hand over new soccer kits for the players. This formed part of a soccer sponsorship and has the goal of ensuring that the players compete in matches with confidence and pride.

Derrick Brandt, the Chairman and Founder of Kalitz Style FC, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their generosity, and said that this contribution will alleviate a lot of stress as the club struggled in the past with funding.

Hollywoodbets

Wynberg – Unity Africa

Cape Stars Soccer Academy

The Hollywood Foundation is continuing with their mission of contributing sports kits and equipment to various development clubs across the country.

Sports development is a key focus for the Team, who aim to uplift and empower communities and nurture the skills and abilities of upcoming athletes.

In February, the Purple Team travelled to Cape Town in the Western Cape, in order to contribute a soccer sponsorship to a dynamic football club that seeks to prioritise the well-being of the youth through sport.

Unity Africa Cape Stars Soccer Academy was established in 2021, and it consists of hardworking coaches and staff who take an active interest in the development of its players. The club is comprised of two teams, Under-15 and Under-20. There are also junior structures put into place, in order to teach young stars who join the club. Currently, there are more

than 22 players at the club, who practice four times a week at Western Province Training Ground.

Players are between the ages of eight and 20, and they have found a sense of belonging and pride after joining the club.

The main reason for the creation of the club was to empower the community and afford the youth a platform to remain fit and active.

The determination and consistency of the club have also seen them produce three professional footballers. Given the Hollywood Foundation’s goal of empowering the youth and investing in future sport stars in the country,

the Team was happy to lend a helping hand to Unity Africa Cape Stars Soccer Academy.

On 26 February 2023, the Team from Wynberg was excited to pay a special visit to the club, to present them with a new sporting kit for their upcoming matches.

Saleh Amisi, the Head Coach for Unity Africa

Cape Stars Soccer Academy, thanked the Hollywood Foundation for their support, and said that the new sporting kit will have a positive impact on the players, and the club as a whole.

Racing Distribution

Shap Shap Cinema

The Purple Team and Racing Distribution made a monetary contribution to Shap Shap Cinema, an organisation dedicated to empowering rural communities. Based in Hammarsdale, Shap Shap is currently training women in baking, equipping each of them with a baking kit upon completion.

The Hollywood Foundation extended its support to this project, which aims to foster self-sufficiency among these women.

Star Factory

KwaThintwa School for the Deaf

This year, Star Factory selected KwaThintwa School for the Deaf in Durban to receive much-needed support.

The Team from Star Factory, together with the Hollywood Foundation, paid a special visit to the school, to hand over new uniforms and shoes to the learners as they look to tackle the new schooling year that awaits them.

BET Software

Career Days with CSI Beneficiaries 2023

Nhlanhlayethu

Secondary School: Inspiring Future Techies

The BET Software Team held their first career day for the Computer Applications Technology learners in Grades 10, 11 and 12 at Nhlanhlayethu Secondary School.

The event featured presentations from the All-Stars in the Marketing, Talent Acquisition and Software Development departments who shared information about bursary

Glenwood Boys High School

Another day, another awesome opportunity to live out important values.

The BET Software Team put their hands up and helped Glenwood Boys High School with some essential items that they needed for the day-to-day running of the school.

opportunities and life as a software developer. A Q&A session and prize giveaways added to the excitement of the event.

The Team hopes that the career day will inspire students to consider careers in the tech industry.

The Team Members went out to hand over 10 laptops, 10 optical mouses, 10 headsets, a projector, a magnetic

whiteboard, a printer and toner.

The Team hopes that these items will play a great role in helping

ensure that the learners have an exceptional academic year.

Northlands Girls High School

The BET Software Team was presented with another fantastic chance to put their hands up and assist the community around us.

The Team proudly extended their support to Northlands Girls High School by providing them with essential items necessary for the day-to-day running of the school.

The Team Members visited the school to deliver five HP i5

laptops, five keyboard and mouse combos, 3 Epson EcoTank printers and 15 tablets. The Team hopes

Nhlanhlayethu Secondary School

The BET Software Team put their hands up and visited Nhlanhlayethu Secondary School in Inanda to hand over some school essential supplies. The Team Members visited the school to deliver 10 laptops, 10 optical mouses, 10 headsets, a projector, a magnetic whiteboard, a printer and toner. The Team hopes that these items will significantly contribute to ensuring an amazing academic year for the learners.

that these items will significantly contribute to ensuring an exceptional academic year for the learners.

Northwood Boys High School

The BET Software Team raised their hands to assist Northwood Boys High School with some necessary supplies for the smooth operation of their daily activities. The Team contributed five laptops, 10 keyboard and mouse combos, and a Cambium cnPilot E410 Wi-Fi Wave 2 Indoor Ceiling Mount Access Point.

The Team hopes that these resources will significantly contribute to ensuring an

outstanding academic year for the students.

Open Air School

Open Air School

celebrated its 102nd birthday, and the Team from BET Software went out to show them some love on this special day. The school is an LSEN (Learners

with Special Educational Needs) school that has been educating differently abled children since 1921.

The BET Software Team donated Asus mini PCs, LG LED monitors, cables

as well as wireless keyboard and mouse combos. Cheers to putting their hands up and making a difference!

Sastri College

The BET Software Team raised their hands to assist Sastri College with some necessary supplies for the smooth operation of their daily

Umtapho High School:

In their continued efforts to make a positive, meaningful impact, BET Software is constantly nurturing great relationships with the community.

As part of their CSI outreach, Team Members visited Umtapho High School to hand over essential items to help with the smooth running of these schools.

The school received 10 Laptops, 10 Optical mouses, 10 Headsets, a projector, a magnetic

activities. We contributed 10 Laptops, 10 Optical mouses, 10 Headets, a projector, a magnetic whiteboard, a printer, and a toner. The Team hopes that these resources will

significantly contribute to ensuring an outstanding academic year for the students.

whiteboard, a printer and a toner. The Team hopes that these donations will help improve the

schooling of the learners as they work towards a brighter future.

Velabahleke High School

Velabahleke High School is a beacon of Excellence which is committed to producing quality learners, who will not only market the school but also market themselves as employable and less government dependent individuals and provide

quality service. The BET Software Team was proud to have partnered with Velabahleke High School for over six years!

This year, the Team provided 20 Acer i5 Laptops, with Wireless keyboards and mouse combos, and backpacks,

to the top performing matriculants at their annual Matric Awards held at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse. This initiative was done in partnership with Hollywood Foundation and SplashOut, as they assisted with trophies, medals and certificates amongst others.

“Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present. ”

- Albert Camus

Verulam Secondary School

In their continued efforts to make a positive, meaningful impact, BET Software is constantly nurturing great relationships with the community. As part of their CSI outreach, Team

Members visited Verulam Secondary School to hand over essential items to help with the smooth running of these schools.

The school received 10 Laptops, 10 Optical mouses, 10 Headsets, a projector, a magnetic

whiteboard, a printer and a toner. The Team hopes that these donations will help improve the schooling of the learners as they work towards a brighter future.

Generous contributions from Hollywoodbets, BET Software, Star Factory, Star Merchant, SplashOut and Winning Form, facilitated the distribution of funds to a total of 308 students, enabling them to pursue their tertiary education goals and aspirations.

In addition to this, the Hollywood Foundation was pleased to award 11 bursaries to Apprentice Jockeys, who are completing their studies at the South African Jockey Academy, with the objective of nurturing the passion for horse racing in South Africa, and empowering

aspiring Jockeys to succeed in their respective careers.

A total of 6 students from the Sharks Academy also expressed their appreciation for receiving bursary funding from the Purple Team this year, which will facilitate their academic excellence.

SplashOut

NUMBER OF BURSARY RECIPIENTS

The Future is Bright Bursary Programme with Lighthouse Foundation

The Hollywood Foundation was excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2023 Future is Bright bursary programme with starlet and philanthropist Nomzamo Mbatha’s Lighthouse Foundation. Eligible candidates who fulfilled the application criteria were able to access a total fund of R1 million.

The objective of this year’s bursary programme was to attract,retain and develop potential students. In addition, the programme facilitated

development and enhanced growth in individuals, maintaining and sustaining the industry. In an effort to promote skills development and in line with Education and Training, the bursaries ranged from 1st year to 4th year (Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree), as well as Postgraduate studies.

“It is such an honour to partner with the Hollywood Foundation for the Future is Bright campaign this year. It is such a privilege to have an opportunity to assist the youth in our country and move them closer towards attaining their academic goals.

This year, we hope to assist and support more students and give them the assurance that they can become professionals and soar to greater heights in the workplace,” said Nomzamo Mbatha.

“The Hollywood Foundation is excited to partner with the Lighthouse Foundation for the Future is Bright bursary programme. Through this programme, we want to invest in the youth and provide a sustainable impact in the lives of those who want to fulfil their dreams through education,” said Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

The Hollywood Foundation grants bursaries to three learners at the South African Jockey Academy Awards (SAJA) 2022

Recognising the significance of education and training in unlocking numerous opportunities for students, the Hollywood Foundation has made it a priority to support students through the Future is Bright bursary programme, aimed at assisting them in achieving their academic aspirations. Keeping in line with this core pillar, the Purple Team had the privilege of attending the SAJA awards ceremony, where they awarded bursaries to three aspiring jockeys for their academic year.

On Friday, 9 December 2022, the SAJA awards took place at Summerveld Clubhouse to acknowledge the top-performing apprentices of the year.

The event was graced by renowned personalities, such as veteran commentator, Deez Dyanand, and former jockey and Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador, Anthony Delpech.

The occasion was filled with inspiring speeches aimed at encouraging the apprentices, and the atmosphere was celebratory as the top achievers were recognised.

Some notable winners of the day included Rachel Venniker and Siphesihle Hlengwa. During the ceremony,

three first-year students, Brevan Plaatjies, Ashton Fischer and James Lihaba, were excited to receive bursaries from the Hollywood Foundation, which were presented by Anthony Delpech.

These promising future jockeys have already exhibited impressive work ethics, with Ashton and Brevan receiving awards on the day. Brevan shared some kind words with the Team, stating that the bursary has transformed his life and helped him overcome several challenges. Furthermore, in the spirit of the festive

season, the Hollywood Foundation Team distributed gift hampers to all the apprentices in attendance.

“Sports development and education and training are focus areas that the Hollywood Foundation hold in high regard. It is truly heart-warming to witness the awards ceremony of these hardworking, young jockeys, and to have the opportunity to contribute to their studies once again,” said Vuyisile Ngobese, the Public Relations Officer for the Hollywood Foundation.

The Hollywood Foundation announces a R100 000 bursary contribution to young designers during the HDJ Theme Reveal.

The acquisition of skills and business management are key elements in the sustainability of the Fashion Industry.

The Hollywood Foundation, through its bursary programme, has extended its support to young designers in South Africa in the pursuit of

empowering creatives in the Clothing and Textiles Industry with the relevant financial muscle to complete their fashion qualifications.

On Friday, 24 March 2023, representatives from Hollywoodbets, Gold Circle and the Hollywood Foundation, gathered with Young Designers and

Fashion Design Colleges at the Hollywoodbets Durban July (HDJ) 2023 Theme Reveal ceremony.

The monumental event took place at the Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse, in the presence of key role players in the build-up to Africa’s muchanticipated event.

winners. Vuyisile said, “This contribution is our support to the recovery and sustainability of the Clothing and Textiles Industry.”

The official announcement of the Theme at the reveal event establishes the ambience for the horse racing, lifestyle and fashion components of the HDJ celebrations.

The Theme, derived from a poem, was recited by Mr Ken Twedell, who guided the attendees through a voyage across the galaxy and stargates, providing a precise vision of what the designer’s apparel presentations should entail.

Steve Marshall, the Marketing and Event’s Executive from Gold Circle, explained how the upcoming event will uplift the Fashion Designers and how the support provided will enable the winners of the Young Designer Awards an opportunity to showcase their creations at the South African Fashion Week.

The highlight of the reveal programme was summed up on a high note with Hollywood Foundation’s Public Relations Officer, Vuyisile Ngobese, announcing a contribution of R100 000 worth of bursaries to the

The Hollywoodbets Durban July Young

Designer Award 2022

The Hollywoodbets Durban July event, which adopted the theme “Show Me the Honey,” witnessed an impressive showcase of talent from aspiring designers, with Ishmael Mchunu emerging victorious in the Young Designer category.

Mchunu, a student from the Durban University of Technology, was awarded R50 000 worth of bursary funding, and R 10 000 in cash, while Slindile Ndlovu, from the Pietermaritzburg School of Fashion, secured the second position, receiving R30 000 worth of bursary funding and R5 000 in cash. In third place was Nhlanhla Dlamini, from the Pietermaritzburg School of Fashion, who walked away with R20 000 worth of bursary funding and R2 000 in cash.

After months of preparation, the aspiring designers finally had the opportunity to showcase their creations at the Greyville Racecourse during the Hollywoodbets Durban

July event, on 2 July 2022.

The Young Designer Award, an initiative by Gold Circle that was implemented over 20 years ago, received support from the Hollywood Foundation, which pledged R100 000 worth of bursary funding to supplement the prizes for the Hollywoodbets Durban

July Young Designer Award category,

The Hollywood Foundation saw this partnership as an excellent opportunity to support fashion design students who are passionate about pursuing their dreams.

Mchunu expressed that the planning process was arduous for him as he devoted a significant amount of time to it.

Nonetheless, he was elated with the final result and remarked, “I am very happy that this is how it came out in the end,” he said. Mchunu’s inspiration for

his design was centred around the 2022 theme of ‘Show Me the Honey’ which focussed on the flower that bees pollinate. Specifically, he delved deeper into the flower, drawing inspiration from the bud.

Mchunu explained that the theme was centred around sweetness, so he sought to highlight the beauty within the flower’s open bud.

“There was a lot of work to do on the garment and to see how it all ended up makes me feel good and I am looking forward to the next steps in my journey,” Mchunu added.

In addition, Mchunu was awarded a prize package that included a trip to the SA Fashion Week in October and a R5 000 gift card, courtesy of Gateway Theatre of Shopping.

Furthermore, as the winning college, Durban University of Technology was granted R30 000 from Gold Circle to support the development of design students through programmes and structures.

presented by the Durban Fashion Fair.

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Serino Moodley

SERINO MOODLEY joined the Winning Form family in early 2020. Before joining the South African Jockey Academy, he did show jumping and lived close to James Maree’s farm. He saw horses training and decided to go watch. As the saying goes, the rest is history. He did leave the academy on his own accord and decided to

get experience by riding in workriders’ races and race riding in Zimbabwe, before re-joining the academy to finish his apprenticeship.

His biggest victory in the saddle came aboard Pearl Of Asia when winning the Grade 1 Mercury Sprint in 2021 at Hollywoodbets Greyville. He is currently getting a lot of support from trainers Garth Puller and Carl Hewitson.

Xolani ‘Charles’ Ndlovu

Port Elizabeth-based jockey XOLANI “Charles” NDLOVU’s best season was the 2019-2020 season accumulating 33 winners.

His previous best, in the 2017/2018 season, saw 21 wins. In the 2018/2019 season, he sustained an injury and was out of riding for three months.

His boss, Alan Greeff, has been faithful to him and gives him many chances in the ‘Windy City’.

Charles has had nine winners as of May 2022 and will be looking to add to the tally before the season closes at the end of July.

Kabelo Matsunyane

KABELO MATSUNYANE

is now a qualified jockey who is based in Gauteng. He is currently receiving a lot of support from trainers Brett Crawford, Sean Tarry, Mike de Kock and Candice Dawson. He is currently in the top 10 on the National Jockeys log with 88 winners as of May 2022 and is having his best season thus far. He is a hard-working jockey who has a bright future. “It’s great to be associated with a top brand like Winning Form, it’s great for my career,” said Matsunyane.

Jeffrey Syster

JEFFREY SYSTER

aka ‘JR’ is now a qualified jockey.

He caught the attention of many pundits when he got up in the dying stages to win on his first ever ride, at Kingsmead, Hollywoodbets Scottsville. He is based in Gauteng and receives support from many trainers including Fanie Bronkhorst and Clinton Binda.

He is proud to be part of the Winning Form team and is certainly a talent to keep tabs on.

Cole Dicken

COLE DICKEN’s life changed forever the day he visited, the now Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador, Anthony Delpech’s home. On that particular day he was accompanying his dad who owns a Pinetown-based electrical business on a routine call out. It is believed that he was in awe when first walking into the Delpech home and observing the number of trophies on display. Anthony’s wife, Candice, told him that he has the perfect stature to become a jockey. Dicken made a mental note of that comment; and on 8 January 2018, he joined the South

African Jockey Academy. Dicken is now based in his home province and rides mostly at Hollywoodbets Greyville and Hollywoodbets

Jabu Jacobs

JABU JACOBS rode his first winner for the Sabine Plattner racing team on Winter’s Coming at Hollywoodbets Greyville on 30 October 2018. It was his 29th career ride and was the start of a long haul to better things. He joined the Winning Form family in 2020.

The young enthusiastic rider has impressed

Scottsville. He is now a qualified jockey and receives support from Gary Rich, Mark Dixon and Wendy Whitehead.

many trainers and former jockeys in his career thus far.

He recently qualified from the South African Jockey Academy and is a fully-fledged jockey. At the end of 2021, he made the decision to move back to his home province, the Western Cape. His main support comes from trainer Vaughan Marshall as well as Piet Botha.

Raymond Danielson

RAYMOND ‘Stingray’

DANIELSON joined the South African Jockey Academy in 2002 and qualified to be a jockey five years later.

His first winner was for trainer Desmond Egdes on a horse called Coastward at Hollywoodbets Scottsville on 7 March 2004.

He has won over 45 feature races, the latest of which was the Grade 1 World Sports Betting SA Classic in March 2020 aboard Anfields

Rocket. Raymond has recently struck up a good

relationship with trainer Ashley Fortune.

His late father, LJ Katjedi, was a successful jockey in his own right before he passed away in a car accident close to the Vaal Racecourse.

His grandfather played a big role in him becoming a jockey as he showed him pictures and videos of his father’s races.

Nieuwenhuizen at the Vaal on 13 January 2022. He is based in Gauteng, but travels to KZN when he gets the opportunity.

The young man has a bright future ahead of him and we wish him success.

Malesela Katjedi

MALESELA KERATILE

KATJEDI joined the Winning Form family at the beginning of May 2022.

He has always dreamt of becoming a jockey and would love to follow in his father’s footsteps.

His first victory came aboard Golden Tune for trainer David

Keagan de Melo

KEAGAN DE MELO

joined the South African Jockey Academy in 2009 and completed his apprenticeship. He has come a long way since then and is the current National log-leader on the South African Jockeys Championship and has recently clocked his double century of winners for the 2022/2023 racing season. Keagan has ridden four Grade 1 winners this term with victories in the Betway Summer Cup, Pongracz Cape Flying

Richard Fourie

RICHARD DAVID FOURIE

joined the South African Jockey Academy in 2001 and finished his apprenticeship five years

Championship, World Sports Betting SA Derby and the World Sports Betting Premier’s Champions Challenge. He is currently a

later. Richard has ridden in Hong Kong where he rode 34 winners including a Group 2 race. He has had plenty of success and has ridden

stable jockey to Dean Kannemeyer and Johan Janse van Vuuren with support from plenty of other conditioners throughout the country. many Grade 1 winners, the latest of which was in the Jonsson Workwear Computaform Sprint for Hollywoodbetssponsored trainer Peter Muscutt. He currently is stable jockey to trainer Justin Snaith and he gets a lot of support from other trainers including Sean Tarry and Mike de Kock.

Richard is currently second on the South African National Jockeys Championship behind fellow Winning Formsponsored jockey Keagan de Melo.

Randall Simons

RANDALL SIMONS has come a long way since his first winner aboard Gun Salute in 2004 for trainer Tony Nassif at Turffontein. Over the years he has enjoyed a special affinity with the Mike de Kock team, with 75% of his career Gr1 winners hailing from the powerful yard. His maiden Grade 1 victory was on the lightning

SPORTING POST

Tristan Godden

TRISTAN GODDEN is one of three jockeys under the Sporting Post banner. Tristan grew up in Richards Bay and his first winner as an apprentice came aboard Secret Traveller for Hollywoodbetssponsored trainer Kumaran Naidoo on 11 May 2014.

fast Let’s Rock ‘N Roll in the 2006 Golden Horse Casino Sprint at Hollywoodbets Scottsville for Paul Matchett. Randall’s next elite win came over four years later. It was for Mike de Kock on Flirtation in the 2010 Gr1 Summer Cup. Simons has ridden 24 winners this season with stakes mounting up to R2.9 million.

Athandiwe Mgudlwa

ATHANDIWE MGUDLWA was head boy at the South African Jockey Academy. One of the highlights from his apprentice days is when he rode the Jackpot at Hollywoodbets Scottsville being the second apprentice to do so after Michael Roberts. His first Grade 1 victory came

In 2016, he was selected to represent the Academy at the British Riding School in 2016. He currently receives a lot of support from the Mike Miller stable as well as the Peter Muscutt stable. He is in the top 20 on the South African National log and has ridden 41 winners this season.

aboard the Charles Laird trained Normanz in the Golden Horse Sprint. He is having a fantastic 2022/2023 season having won 48 races as of May 2022.

He currently is stable jockey to Gareth van Zyl and gets good support from Hollywoodbetssponsored trainer Garth Puller.

SPONSORED TRAINERS

Alyson Wright

Based at Summerveld, Zimbabwean-born trainer Alyson Wright took out her training licence in 2006. She said that her best moment in racing came when Kochka won the Premier Champion Stakes in 2013. What made

her even prouder, was the fact that he went on to win Champion Two-Year-Old of South Africa in the same year. Wright trains many horses for the Hollywood Syndicate including Shampompo Shampizi, BeyondTheBoundary and Top Me Up Holly.

Billy Ruiters

Billy joined the Hollywoodbetssponsored family in April 2020 with over 50 years of experience in horse racing. With a host of riding expertise, he still rides work for his yard even though he is over 60 years of age. Billy’s biggest

achievement to date was winning the Grade 3 Princess Charlene Stakes at Turffontein on Allied SteelrodeOnamission Charity Mile day, with Miss Daisy in October 2022. With his wealth of knowledge in the “sport of kings” we know that he is destined for great things.

Candice Dawson

Randjesfontein trainer, Candice Dawson (CK Racing), has teamed up with Hollywoodbets, bringing with her a solid background of recent successes. While the majority of Candice’s runners are in the Gauteng region, KwaZulu-Natal has been a happy hunting

ground for her. The CK Racing stable have enjoyed feature race success with the likes of Sentbydestiny, winner of the 2020 Premiers Champion Stakes Gr1 at Hollywoodbets Greyville. Candice has some young and exciting horses who will be stepping out onto the race track in the near future.

Clinton Binda

Situated North of Johannesburg is the long-standing yard of Clinton Binda. He started training in 2003.

He says that the most satisfaction in his job comes when winning. Binda says that he loves

Cliffie Miller

Cliffie grew up in the “City of Diamonds” and has been training thoroughbred racehorses since 1979. After the closing down of Flamingo Park, he relocated to KZN and, after a short stint, he has now relocated to further down the

that the game can give you more excitement in 60 seconds than some people have in their lives.

Binda added that he wouldn’t be where he is today without the support of Hollywoodbets. “It’s truly a privilege to be sponsored by such a great sponsor.”

Corne Spies

After taking the reins in 2019 from his old man, Tobie, Corne has done exceptionally well.

The Spies stable has always been known for the big occasions and that showed as they brought home Cockney Pride in the Grade 2 Golden Slipper in 2019.

coast to Port Elizabeth. He freely admits that without his partner, Heather Reddie, assisting him at stables, life just wouldn’t be the same. He also trains a number of horses for the Hollywood Syndicate.

Spies trains over 40 horses and is based in Gauteng, he says that there’s no

better sponsorship than Hollywoodbets. “Hollywoodbets are the best sponsors in racing,” said Spies.

Corne currently takes care of William Robertson who has won multiple Graded races and looks to have plenty more to come.

Darryl Moore

Moore is the latest addition to the Hollywoodbets family. He is grandson to veteran KZN trainer, Ivan Moore. He was assistant trainer to Charles Laird before joining his grandfather and now has a string of 17 horses.

Summerveld-based Darryl Moore tasted his first Grade 1 success on Gold Cup day in 2022 by winning the Grade 1 eThekwini Stakes with Canadian Summer. She was awarded Champion two-year filly for the 2021/2022 racing season.

Duncan Howells

Dual KZN champion trainer Duncan Howells is widely respected throughout the country after an extremely successful career thus far and has saddled eight Grade 1 winners. The outright horseman’s invaluable plan to fit hard-knocking speedster Coldhardcash with a cornel collar came together in 2019, after the gelding was diagnosed with an

irreparable wind problem. It is always nice when a trainer can solve problems with a horse that are keeping it from finding his or her true potential. Coldhardcash went on to win three races on the trot thereafter. His standout horses at present are Kitchakal and El Rey Viene for the Hollywood Syndicate. He has recently relocated to Summerveld Training Centre.

Fanie Bronkhorst

Fanie Bronkhorst has recently joined the Hollywoodbets family and trains at Randjesfontein. He made a sparkling start to his career when he saddled the gutsy mare Running Brave to win the R125 000 Grade 3 London News Stakes at Turffontein on

2 January 2021. Fanie has trained 31 winners this season accumulating stakes of more than R2.9 million.

He currently has an exciting two-year old prospect, Pure Predator who has won two of his four career starts to date and he looks to have a bright future.

Gary Rich

Trainer Gary Rich has recently relocated to Summerveld where each of his thoroughbreds get plenty of attention and are looked after with immense care. His fondest memories as a trainer have been winning the Grade 3 Christmas

Garth Puller

Undoubtedly one of the finest horsemen South Africa has ever produced and a true veteran of the sport, Garth Puller, who unsurprisingly easily made the transition to successful trainer after nearly five decades in the saddle. He trains out of Summerveld

Handicap and Listed

Michael Roberts

Handicap with Argentinian bred Orbit War. He currently trains eight horses for the Hollywood Syndicate including White Cedar who is now a five-time winner.

Gavin Smith

Reigning from the ‘Windy City’ is top trainer Gavin Smith. He has been involved in the sport for over four decades as he rode work for the first time at the tender age of 11. Smith trained the top-class former July winner and now successful stallion Bold Silvano during his juvenile days and he instantly named that as his biggest achievement to date. His other memorable achievements include winning the Emerald

and was fortunate enough to win the Hollywoodbets Sizzling Summer Challenge on both occasions that the competition has been held. He has trained 54 winners this season and currently sits in the top 20 on the National Trainers log with stakes over R4.6 million.

Cup (the richest sand race in Africa) with In A Rush, the KZN Breeders Guineas with DJ Detzky and the small matter of 8 East Cape Trainer’s Championships.

The competition in Port Elizabeth is getting stronger each season but Gavin continues to hold his own and he is currently based at Fairview Racecourse. Gavin has Cruise Control and Khaya’s Hope who is a winner of his last four starts, under his care.

Glen Puller

Milnerton-based conditioner, Glen Puller, has over 30 years of experience as a racehorse trainer and, like his older brother Garth, he decided to focus his passions on training thoroughbred racehorses after hanging up his jockey

boots. Glen’s fondest memory was when Illuminator won the only running of the CTS Million Dollar Stakes event at Kenilworth in 2016.

He also trained Silicone Valley thereafter, who ended his career a seven-time winner.

Heather Adamson

Heather Adamson is a Vaal based conditioner full of enthusiasm and optimism, mostly because she loves working with horses. She received her first trainer’s licence in 1982 until 1989 and then renewed it in 2006. She was unfortunately diagnosed with autoimmune disease a few years ago but

training horses kept her going. She said that there is no better feeling when a horse that is trained by her wins and that it is a feeling beyond description. She couldn’t be more grateful for the sponsorship of Hollywoodbets.

“They really help us, the small trainers with the overalls and everything that we need,” said Adamson.

Kumaran

Kom broke into the training ranks of the South African Horseracing Industry back in 2006 and has progressed steadily since. He began with a mere 10 horses at his Summerveld base, but due to hard work, honesty and a satisfactory success rate, he has grown his string to over 40 horses. Kom pays a special tribute to long-

time friend and loyal patron, Seelan Chetty, who was instrumental in him making the bold decision to take out his trainer’s licence in December 2006. His most successful season to date was when he saddled 58 winners, which ensured a very creditable 4th place finish on the KZN Trainer’s Log behind the likes of the game’s greats, Mike de Kock, Sean Tarry and Dennis Drier.

‘Kom’ Naidoo

Louis Goosen

Louis joined the Hollywoodbets Sponsored Trainers Group in 2019. He was born into a racing family as his father was a Champion Trainer in Port Elizabeth on seven occasions.

He took out his own licence in 1992 and has never looked back. Goosen has many fond memories in racing and one that sticks out is training Waywest Goddess who won the SA Fillies Nursery and also finishing second, a short head behind Chocolicious in the Allan Roberston at Hollywoodbets Scottsville.

Lola Crawford

Lola is currently based at Summerveld training centre with the help of her husband and two daughters. The family are passionate and put hours into training and giving each individual horse the care they deserve.

Their standout performer from the yard is the retired Silver Cent who was a six-time winner. Lola is proud to be sponsored by Hollywoodbets and she has stated that she is very appreciative of all the things that they are doing for racing in KZN.

MJ Odendaal

The charismatic Hollywoodbetssponsored Summerveld trainer MJ Odendaal took out his trainer’s licence in mid-2019. His small string of runners has done well to

date, with his best runner Shavout having taken his place in the Grade 1 Dingaans. MJ has trained 33 winners in his career and is proud to be associated with Hollywoodbets.

Paul Gadsby

KZN based Gadsby started his training in the 1980s and then renewed his licence again in 2010.

He is based at Summerveld Training Centre.

Gadsby is very proud to be associated with Hollywoodbets and is very grateful to be a part of

the Hollywood family. Gadsby’s best moment as a trainer came when

Peter Muscutt Long-time Assistant

Trainer to Crawford

Racing KZN, Peter Muscutt has been impressive since taking out his trainer’s licence in 2020. Peter has been associated with Gr1 winners Bold Respect, Lady Of The House, Edict of Nantes, Undercover Agent, Captain America

Gunner won the Grade 1 Premiers Champion Stakes in 2016.

and Sail South, amongst others in recent years. Muscutt’s recent Grade 1 success came in the Jonsson Workwear Computaform Sprint with the Hollywood Syndicate owned, Isivunguvungu. He also trains Quasiforsure who has been entered for the

2023 Hollywoodbets Durban July.

Stuart Pettigrew

Stuart has earned a reputation for getting the best out of a horse, particularly with making the most out of some unlikely and inexpensive prospects. The dedicated horseman lives by the motto “A trainer is only as good as the

horses he trains,” and has produced Grade 1 winners with Tyson and Surcharge.

He has a few exciting horses in his yard including Feather Boa, Mercantour and Alula’s Star.

GROOMS’ INITIATIVE

This year, both Hollywoodbets and Gold Circle helped to ensure that Grooms are recognised and rewarded for the hard work that they do behind the scenes, by their decision to invest

more into the Grooms’ Initiative.

The Grooms’ Initiative, powered by Hollywoodbets and Gold Circle, has been increased by 100% with the winning

incentive increasing from R1 000 to R 2000 for the months of April through to August 2023 for all winners at Hollywoodbets Greyville and Hollywoodbets Scottsville.

This joint initiative has seen over R3 million awarded to Grooms since it was launched in September 2019.

Hollywoodbets Brand and Communications Manager, Devin Heffer, believes the well-

deserved reward has had a positive impact on the industry and said that in line with the recent stakes increases, it was important to ensure that the Grooms, along with Trainers, Jockeys and Owners, are also rewarded.

Stephen Marshall remarked that the incentive “will see not only our local Grooms, but those from visiting yards rewarded over and above their stakes earnings”

Gold Circle’s Events and Marketing Executive

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