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Tuk Tuks Race highlights CSI initiatives
As part of its integrated PR and social media campaign for Old Mutual South Africa, Positive Dialogue Communications, in collaboration with Radar, launched 25 Shesha Tuk Tuks, branded with Old Mutual Foundation's supported initiatives in the streets of Sandton, offering commuters a fun and affordable transport alternative to cut through the traffic. 12 Nov 2012 11:16
BMi Research
Jackal Berry MTB Challenge 2012
[Issued by BMi Research] What started off as an informal challenge around a braai amongst friends has turned into an annual two-day, 253km mountain trail bike ride. This year's Jackal Berry MTB Challenge which hits the road on 29 November, is hoping to raise R20 000 for the Ubuhle Day Care and Development Centre in Bronkhorstspruit. 12 Nov 2012 09:57
Media men - challenge to grow moustaches
In the month of November, media men are encouraged to grow their moustaches in support of Movember - a campaign that aims to raise awareness of testicular and prostate cancer. They have been set the challenge of raising R50,000. 9 Nov 2012 07:53
Breaking the Mould Auction raises nearly R250,000
The Breaking the Mould auction, organised by Octagon, raised almost R250,000, as a tribute to South African women who have overcome challenges and inspired other. Clifton Shores creator, Quinton van der Burgh was the lucky bidder to secure one of only three unique Jenna Clifford butterfly pendants at the gala dinner held in honour of Serena and Venus Williams recently. 9 Nov 2012 07:26
SuperSpar Sunrise Challenge attracts 400 runners
The inaugural Heather Park SuperSpar Sunrise Challenge, in George, attracted 400 runners who raised R5 000 for special needs school Up With Down's. 8 Nov 2012 07:54
No shortage of money
[Anton Ressel] So why is accessing finance such a challenge for most SA businesses? Non-profits and social enterprises seem to be taking particular strain. 7 Nov 2012 05:11
Join radio's annual charity toy drive
For the seventh year running, Good Hope FM's Toy Toy campaign is back, with the Nigel Pierce Show - Mon-Fri 9am to 12pm - broadcasting live from the offices of various corporates across Cape Town. The station collects toys for disadvantaged children in the city. 6 Nov 2012 11:15
Stricter BEE code could crush non-profit sector
Inyathelo: The South African Institute for Advancement is warning that the proposed amendments to the broad-based black economic empowerment code could have a serious impact on charities and the non-profit sector as a whole. 6 Nov 2012 10:04
marcusbrewster wins Movember charity account
Following a four-way pitch, marcusbrewster has been appointed as the South African PR agency for Movember, the global men's health charity. Last year some 18,000 South African Mo Bros and Mo Sistas registered as active participants in Movember and R4.9 million was raised. 6 Nov 2012 06:04
Non-profit organisations, take note: time is running out
[Mandi Krebs] In order to register as a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) with the South African Revenue Service (SARS), an organisation must comply with a number of provisions, set out in section 30 of the Income Tax Act, No 58 of 1962 (Income Tax Act). Preferential tax treatment is conferred on a non-profit organisation which has obtained PBO status, and such compliant organisation's receipts and accruals are exempt from certain South African taxes. 6 Nov 2012 05:01
Old Mutual, Shesha Tuks Blogger Challenge kicks off tomorrow
The Old Mutual and Shesha Tuks Blogger Challenge, which takes place tomorrow, 6 November 2012 between 9am and 12pm, will see some of South Africa's top bloggers and tweeters compete in a race around the Sandton CBD in Tuk Tuks. 5 Nov 2012 16:18
Sias du Plessis to take on Dusi canoe marathon for charity
5FM Sports presenter, Sias du Plessis and his new paddling partner, Ryan Thompson, will take on The Unlimited Dusi canoe marathon in February 2013 to raise funds and awareness for The Unlimited Child. 5 Nov 2012 11:13
Lloyd Cele works with South African Toilet Organisation
Lloyd Cele is working with the South African Toilet Organisation (SATO) to visit learners at schools and create awareness among parents and teachers of the importance of functioning and hygienic toilet facilities. 5 Nov 2012 10:56
Volcano
MAN Truck and Bus leaves a green legacy, thanks to Volcano PR
[Issued by Volcano] Volcano Public Relations recently wrapped on a nationwide CSI campaign for client, MAN Truck & Bus, donating more than 300 trees to local schools and communities around the country as a visual representation of the reduction in carbon emissions achieved by MAN's recently launched line of TGS EfficientLine trucks. 2 Nov 2012 11:01

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