Crew for a Cause



Education is the key to unlocking a world of possibilities for the next generation, but for many, access to quality schooling is out of reach. To change that, the Star Foundation is proud to join forces with 

to provide scholarships for 10 gifted scholars from under-served communities to attend prestigious high schools in the Western Cape.

The impact – life changing! These young minds have the potential to do incredible things and with the support of Crew for A Cause, we are thrilled to turn their dreams into reality. By funding their high school journeys from Grade 8 to Matric, The Star Foundation is ensuring that these scholars receive the education they deserve, which in turn, will uplift their families and inspire their communities, proving that a single act of kindness can ripple through generations.

“We are thrilled to partner with The Star Foundation. Together, we have a unique opportunity to make a real and lasting impact on the education landscape. By combining our strengths, we can empower more young minds, create brighter futures, and drive meaningful change where needed most. This is just the beginning of something special!” – Matt Koning – Director and Founder, Crew for A Cause.

Crew for A Cause was founded in 2017 when 15 friends came together as a “Crew” to each contribute a small amount every month to the school fees of a single student.

Since then, the crew has grown to 310 members who collectively support a growing network of over 25 scholars across 10 schools. The Star Foundation’s annual donation will see the number grow to over 35 fully funded scholarships in 2025.

To ensure each scholar can thrive holistically, Crew for A Cause provides guidance, mentorship, and other tools and resources each step of the way. Over the next 5 years, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey to empower 10 future leaders.

Are you interested in getting involved? Your contribution will help ensure that the youth are given the opportunities needed to maximise their potential. Even a small donation will have a huge impact. 

Investing in Future Leaders

Help2Read

World Read Aloud Day (WRAD) takes place on February 5th each year, and this year The Star Foundation is celebrating with the exciting announcement of our partnership with 

. Each year, WRAD is dedicated to highlighting the importance of reading aloud and promoting literacy across all ages by encouraging people to share stories with others in schools, homes, and their communities. This aligns perfectly with Help2read’s mission of ending illiteracy in South Africa by fostering a love for reading and storytelling.

In 2021, the Progress in International Reading Study (PIRLS) revealed that 81% of Grade 4 learners in South Africa could not read for meaning in any language. The consequences of low literacy levels are profound, limiting children’s ability to progress through school and become youth who contribute positively to the communities in which they live and the country’s economy. Help2read is tackling this issue by providing one-on-one support to children in public schools who struggle to read. Through consistent literacy input, reading help and fun activities, children in the programme not only learn to read, they fall in love with reading.

We are proud to share that we will be funding Help2read’s inspiring work in Gauteng throughout 2025 by collaborating to bring the proven success of their well-established literacy programme to children in two under-resourced schools in Diepsloot and Refilwe. But that’s not all… The programme’s impact extends far beyond the classroom and provides solutions to critical challenges faced by South African communities which demand urgent and impactful action.

One such challenge is that of unemployment among South African youth, and particularly young, black women. A staggering 39.2% of this marginalised demographic could not find meaningful employment in 2024. Alongside their reading support projects, Help2read’s approach provides first work experiences for unemployed young women (aged 18-25) from the townships in which the schools are situated.

With The Star Foundation’s donation, Help2read will implement six interrelated projects throughout the year. You can find out more about these in “the Journey” tab. In an impressive whole-of-community approach, the programme is set to achieve the following objectives:

Improve literacy rates of 320+ primary school learners and lay the foundations of early literacy among 300+ children from Early Learning centres in the township communities where the schools are located.

Equip 23 young women with valuable work experience and both personal and professional development. At the end of the programme, these women will be equipped with the skills they need to find meaningful employment.

Strengthen community ties by engaging parents to join their children’s literacy journeys at home and through other collaborative initiatives.

Together with Help2read, we are thrilled to embark on an inspiring 11-month journey to strengthen community cohesion, empower the youth, and build the nation’s ability to read for meaning. Since its inception in 2005, Help2read has reached 420 schools, trained and employed 675 young people, and assisted 40,000 children with reading support.

Collaboration is central to tackling the literacy crisis in South Africa, and we at The Star Foundation are ready to play our part. Together with Help2read, it is our privilege to contribute to building a future filled with opportunity- one book, one child, one woman, and one community at a time. We hope you’ll follow our journey!

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Jumping Kids

The Star Foundation, known for its commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of those facing adversity, has recently taken a remarkable step by contributing to Jumping Kids, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting children in acquiring prosthetic equipment after amputation, for the next 12 months.

Every month, a child will receive a donation of R50,000 that will go towards their prosthetic leg.

Childhood amputation can be an overwhelming experience for both children and their families. Jumping Kids transforms the lives of these young individuals, providing them with the support they need to overcome physical challenges and prosthetic equipment so that they may live their lives to the fullest, like other children.

The Star Foundation's contribution goes beyond financial support. It’s about commitment to creating opportunities for children who have faced losing a limb and having their mobility restored.

Families who were once burdened by the challenges of amputation now find solace and hope as their children receive support from Jumping Kids, supported by The Star Foundation.

As we observe The Star Foundation's contribution to Jumping Kids, it is an opportunity for us all to reflect on the impact of shaping a brighter future. The simple act of providing prosthetic equipment becomes a catalyst for empowerment, resilience, and the reaffirmation that every child deserves a chance to soar, jump, and dream without limitations.

Access to mobility

Kabo Tinyiko Ngcukana, a remarkable young girl, who has been living with a below- knee amputation on her left leg since birth, due to a congenital limb malfunction.

In 2019, her parents sought out assistance from the 

 Prosthetic Fund. That same year, Kabo was fitted with her first quality prosthesis, opening up new possibilities for her future.

Now a Grade 4 student, Kabo navigates well both at home and in her school life with confidence, empowered by her prosthetic equipment

She dreams of playing netball, participate in athletics and aspires to become a teacher. Along her journey, she hopes to inspire other children facing physical challenges, demonstrating that with support and determination, they too can achieve their dreams. 



What is your favourite subject at school and why?

English, because I can understand it and I enjoy learning how to communicate better in the language.

What would you like to pursue as a career one day?

I would like to become a teacher, because I like to teach, and I want to work with children in the school environment.

What types of sport and extracurricular activities are you involved in?

I like netball, but I am still trying to find a team to play for.

What do you hope to try with your new prosthetic sports blade?

I would like to achieve a medal in a running competition.

What is your message to children living with a physical challenge?

It is my goal to always show kindness and to support other children living with a physical disability.

March

Say hello to Bokang! A Grade 4 learner. She was born with a congenital condition that led to a below-knee amputation known as trans tibial on her right leg.

In 2017, she became a beneficiary of the 

 and was fitted with her first lower limb prosthesis, sponsored by the charity.

Initially it was difficult for Bokang to get used to moving around on her prosthesis. However, she was inspired by other kids that are using their prostheses to navigate life at school and at home.

She started running with her prosthetic device and discovered her love for it.

Now, empowered by her prosthetic equipment, Bokang is striving to inspire other children living with physical challenges to never stop trying and to always hold on to their faith.

Mathematics, because it keeps my brain active at all times.

I would like to become an athlete and a medical doctor.

What do you hope to try with your new prosthetic sport blade?

Above all else, I hope to be an inspiration to all living with a disability.

My message to children living with a physical disability is to always believe in yourself, to never stop trying, and to remember to pray

February

Elle, a Grade 8 learner is a true inspiration. Born with a condition affecting her right leg and Scoliosis, she underwent a through-knee amputation at just three years old. In 2018, she became a 

 Prosthetic Fund recipient, receiving her first prosthetic leg.

Despite her challenges, Elle thrives both at home and at school. She is a hardworking student, passionate about learning, and a role model to those around her.

"My favourite subject is Technology because I have a passion for building things."

"I would like to study to become a physiotherapist one day."

What types of sports and extracurricular activities are you involved in?

"My message to other children living with physical challenges is to just keep going and always give your best."

Elle's determination and positive attitude prove that no obstacle is too big to overcome. She continues to inspire others with her resilience, ambition and drive to achieve her goals.

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