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GreaterGood News
August 2009
 Saving for a rainy day
South Africans are finding themselves increasingly in debt and lack of access to the formal banking system makes poor people - particularly women - even more vulnerable in an economic emergency. SASIX evaluator, Annie Devenish, went to visit an enterprising savings group in the Northern Cape that empowers women by promoting financial independence.
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Water, water, everywhere
In Cape Town when it rains, it pours. A few years ago Cape Town had severe water restrictions and water resources were under tremendous pressure. This year, the rains have come... More »
Dad's day booty
Dads are still getting old favourites like socks (20%) and booze (20%) on Father's Day, according to our July quick poll. But soap-on-a-rope is a thing of the past with 0% giving this as a gift. Other readers got creative and gave everything from Bat Boxes to a Springbok rugby jersey. Looking for a creative gift for any occasion? Check out
Gifts4Good
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Taking action for change
Do It Day is an annual volunteering day organised by GreaterGood South Africa. A number of very special people are donating their considerable talent, skills and energy to the campaign. But, for these campaign Champions, getting behind Do It Day is also an empowering experience, helping them take action to create social change. Read more »
Good connections
- Sandy from Johannesburg says: "I have no money to donate, but lots of compassion and time on weekends that I would love to give back to the community." Read offer »
- Become a Do It Day Champion and help recruit friends, family and colleagues for our national volunteering day on 18th September. More »
- Non profit football group Mighty Five Star FC from Kayamandi, near Stellenbosch needs soccer kit for the coming season. Read request »
- Need volunteers? There's still time to submit volunteering projects for Do It Day 2009. Read more »
- New Beginnings Kids in Gauteng is looking for a pram and baby clothes, blankets, camp cot and accessories for a mother who just had a baby girl. Read request »
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