Help Us Do More Good!
Keep Hope Afloat
Since 2017, The Little Optimist Trust has been on a mission to keep hope afloat for South Africa’s most vulnerable children. As a globally recognised NPO and Laureus Sport for Good partner, we transform lives by combining the healing power of Sailing Therapy with the creation of vibrant, Safe Spaces in under-resourced schools and hospitals. Your support provides marginalised youth with the mental health tools, education, and pathways to employment they need to move from merely surviving to truly thriving. Every contribution helps us prove that optimism is a powerful tonic – one that can steer a child toward a brighter, more inclusive future.
Choose the Donation Platform that Works For You:
- EFT / Bank Transfer
Donate via Direct Deposit
Account: The Little Optimist Trust
Bank: Nedbank
Account No: 114 190 7372
Area: Gardens
Branch Code: 198 765
Swift: NEDSZAJJ
Reference: Your Name
Please email proof and request a tax exemption certificate if you need one:
cara@thelittleoptimist.org
Tax Certificates
We are a registered Trust and certified Public Benefit Organization with Section 18A Tax Exemption. All donations are eligible for a Section 18A Tax Certificate and The Little Optimist Trust is a B-BBEEE Level 1 Contributor.
All US (United States) donations are eligible for a 501c3 Tax certificate via our USA Fiscal Partner donation platform. All UK (United Kingdom) donations: tax certificates coming soon.
PBO Number: 930060059
NPO Number: 228- 978 NPO
Trust Number: IT002355/2016(C)
Apply for a 18A Tax Certificate:
USA 501c3 donations:
via the Chapel & York Foundation
The Little Optimist Trust have partnered with Chapel & York US Foundation to accept donations for our benefit. This partnership allows us to save on costs to operate our own dedicated entity while still providing you the opportunity to support us with tax-deductible donations, meaning your gift stretches further.
To donate: Click the button below. Scroll down, and choose your donation amount and frequency.
Under ‘Suggest a recipient’, choose ‘The Little Optimist Trust’, then complete the online form.
Fundraise for us!
Raise funds for The Little Optimist projects and programs for compromised and marginalised kids while undertaking your own personal challenge. Create a profile on BackaBuddy or GivenGain, and share the link with your friends and family asking them to support your initiative by donating.
