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GreaterGood News
March 2009
Pass it on
Daily reports of an impending recession are making us reluctant to spend like we used to. And while curbing excessive consumerism isn’t a bad thing, now, more than ever, we need to be supporting the socio-economic development of the country. Everyone has something to give – volunteer time, excess goods, sharing of skills, or a few Rand – the important thing is to make your giving matter. Find out more
A global network for social investment
A small group of thought leaders met in Bellagio, Italy from 3-6 February to discuss the formation of a Global Social Investment Exchange. Initiated by GreaterGood SA, the conference stimulated creative debate and laid the foundations for a global coordinating body of social investment platforms. Read More
Your outlook for 2009
Last month, we asked for your views on the year ahead in our ‘All gloom and doom – what is your outlook for 2009?’ poll. We’re pleased to report that the overwhelming majority – 61.5% – of respondents maintain that we will be fine, as long as we start living more sustainably. 7.7% of you think that things won’t be too bad, as South Africa won’t feel the brunt of the economic crisis, while 23.1% think that things will get worse before they get better. And 7.7% are eternal optimists, and aren’t aware of a crisis at all. Take this month's poll
Good views
Social broking in tough times
GreaterGood SA is privileged to have CEO of Noah Financial Innovation, Raymond Ndlovu, as Chairman of its Board of Trustees. Raymond is a leading figure in financial broking and the enigmatic personality behind the Broking for Good social development campaign. He shared his thoughts with us on sustainable development during an economic crisis. Read more
Good connections
- Help Big Brothers Big Sisters South Africa collect 15 000 Easter eggs for vulnerable children this year. View offer
- Donate an indigenous tree to help Victoria Girls High School green communities in the Eastern Cape View request
- Need a hand? Sunday school teacher Keri can spare two Saturdays a month for children’s organisations in the Alberton area. View request
- Do you have any office chairs to spare? The Cape Town-based New Africa Theatre Association need decent chairs and will collect. View request
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