Simonsberg

Simonsberg's vision & mission:

The motto of Simonsberg is “Noblesse oblige”. It is a French expression which means that nobility extends beyond mere entitlements and requires the person who holds such a status to fulfill social responsibilities. Our motto is our written obligation to act honourably and generously to others, this is the standard we want to set. We believe the elite should set the standard. We are in a privileged position to be in Simonsberg and this privilege entails responsibility. We are in a residence both rich in tradition and focused on the future.

What are we currently doing?

Improve the food wastage situation in residence, for food security and sustainable use - Sustainable food security and Giving out sandwiches and donating meals to the underprivileged.

What else can you do?

Community service has been an integral part of Stellenbosch University (SUN) for decades albeit in different forms and with shifting emphasis. This platform allows you to make social impact within the university's (7) CSI themes. Click on the links on the themes below to get involved in volunteering and donating opportunities of your choice.

1. Education for all
• Completing the School Run as part of Two Oceans 2021 | Volunteer | forgood
• Buying a R30 WhatsApp data bundle for our learners! | Volunteer | forgood
• Nominating us as your MySchool beneficiary. | Volunteer | forgood
• Children's toys and reading books | Donate | forgood
• Stationery for our learners in Langa Township | Donate Money | forgood
2. Employment and inclusive economic development
• Mentoring entrepreneurs and others with business needs | Volunteer | forgood
• Creating excell finance accountant spreadsheets | Volunteer | forgood
• Virtual career guidance | Volunteer | forgood
• Business plan development suitable for fundraising | Volunteer | forgood
• Assisting with the small business start up costs | Donate | forgood
3. Environment and sustainability
• Drafting Sustainable project plan | Volunteer | forgood
• Recycling accredited certificate | Volunteer | forgood
• FARMING FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN SHARE TO FRIENDS ETC | Volunteer | forgood
• Environment & Sustainability Initiatives | Volunteer | forgood
• Funding agricultural programmes in 6 regions | Donate Money | forgood
4. Food security and health
• SPREAD WORD SHARE FOOD SYSTEM CAMPAIGN 2 SOCIAL MEDIA | Volunteer | forgood
• Farming & Agriculture expertises advice | Volunteer | forgood
• Fundraising for foodparcel and ppes distributions | Volunteer | forgood
• Counselling Breast Cancer Patients | Donate Money | forgood
• 1 Month of Group & One-on-One Counselling #GBV | Donate Money | forgood
5. Resources and infrastructure
• Donating building supplies | Donate | forgood
• Building material | Donate | forgood
• Construction of new buildings for storage and clinic | Volunteer | forgood
• Donate cement and prefab slabs | Donate | forgood
• Urgently building a wendy home for 6 orphaned children | Donate Money | forgood
6. Safety security and good governance
• Drafting HR Policies, All office HR Signage | Volunteer | forgood
• Accounting & Financial Services. | Volunteer | forgood
• Updating HPCA Self Assessment Tool Policy & Procedures | Volunteer | forgood
• Governance and compliance assistance | Volunteer | forgood
• Creating policies and organisation profile. | Volunteer | forgood
7. Social gender
• Developing a manual for #GBV support group facilitators | Volunteer | forgood
• Social Workers for GBV related cases | Donate Money | forgood
• Sharing a fundraising campaign to support #GBV efforts | Volunteer | forgood
• Life couching of beneficiaries | Volunteer | forgood
• Sponsoring a young woman for our Hair skills course. | Donate Money | forgood

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