What better way to get rid of your unwanted stuff than giving it to charities trying to make a difference? It’s a win-win situation. Here are a few charities that will greatly appreciate your previously loved goods. Joburg Child Welfare Everyone deserves a wonderful childhood, which is why the Joburg Child Welfare is doing everything […]

The music project at St. Matthew’s School in Soweto came to Design Quarter's attention as the school was planning to shut the project down, due to lack of funds. St. Matthew’s is a Catholic School in Soweto, that caters to Grade 1 – Grade 12 learners. They have a proven track record of producing good […]

Soweto Ink Raises Awareness On Mental Health Through this initiative, the parlour wants to make a change in their past memories and give them new memories to look at and also be proud of. The brand wants to help them by overcoming their current situation of mental health and depression challenges with this campaign and […]

What Is It? Over the past six years, the HosepiceWits Night with the Stars event has attracted more than 100 local performing artists, fashion designers, celebrities and influencers, who graciously offered their time, free of charge, to walk the longest red carpet in Africa. It is no surprise that this has become the “seen-and-be-seen” event […]

The Little Generosity Shop  In June 2019, Cadbury Dairy Milk announced their Generosity Campaign - an initiative that sought to shed light on the plight of South Africa’s 3.7 million orphaned children. In exchange for a Cadbury milk chocolate, South Africans were asked to donate toys, books and games at Cadbury's Little Generosity Shop, helping […]

Feed Hungry Tummies Animal shelters are always running out of food to feed their precious dogs and cats, so make life a little easier on your local shelter and donate some pet food. This can be something as simple as dry pellets and tinned food, or you can opt for something extra special and donate […]

Legacy Hotels & Resorts, the leaders and experts in independent luxury hotels and resorts across Africa, has partnered with Nutriwell to feed communities neighbouring its hotels and resorts during the COVID-19 pandemic.  This project forms part of the ambitious task of feeding over 10 million children over the next two years.  Nutriwell has helped feed […]

A Little Kindness Goes A Long Way  Doppio Zero is known for its wholesome, flavour-filled menu and casual dining atmosphere. A favourite among Joburg foodies, the restaurant chain has been around since 2002. Their Joburg branches offered delivery right up until the final hour before lockdown began, bringing nearby customers their favourite fresh baked goods […]

Inner City Immersion Hillbrow residents, Mike Luptak and Nickolaus Bauer, founded the Dlala Nje organisation in 2012, with the goal of changing perceptions about the Hillbrow (Ponte), Berea and Yeoville suburbs. These areas, notoriously avoided by tourists for fear of rampant crime and degradation, actually have a lot to offer. Luptak and Bauer set about […]

The country is facing one of the most difficult situations it has ever had to face. The COVID-19 virus has greatly impacted the economy and although many people are able to make ends meet, the homeless people in the country are suffering and need help. If we work together we can play a significant role […]

What Is Pug Rescue SA? Pug Rescue SA is a non-profit organisation working tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, re-home and offer sanctuary to pugs in South Africa. Pug puppies are marketed as cute, luxury pets. However, due to bad breeding and a number of other health complications, these adorable pooches may suffer from breathing difficulties, arthritis […]

Who Are They? Siyakholwa Support Care Centre is an organisation that aims to raise awareness and help promote action in schools, families and communities; helping them to shift from food insecurity to food security. They empower young people through Skills Acquiring Programmes, with the eventual goal of helping them realise their full potential. Among other important […]

What Is World Wildlife Day? In 2013, the United Nations General Assembly declared 3 March World Wildlife Day. An annual celebration, this global event celebrates the Earth's vast biodiversity. However, it simultaneously seeks to educate people about endangered plant and animal species, with the aim of reducing wildlife crime, human carbon emissions and exploitation of […]

What Is It? Pug Rescue SA invite you to a fun night out on the town this March. Join them for an epic quiz night at Lexi's Healthy Eatery at the Flamingo Centre in Modderfontein. All proceeds raised from the quiz night will go towards keeping their loveable rescues safe, warm and well taken care […]

What is it? Design Quarter in Fourways is known for their creative workshops held and this time round they're back with a creative illustration workshop. Registrations open at 11:00 and you're welcome to come and sit down in the piazza for a session of learning illustration. Each session lasts for approximately 30 minutes to ensure […]

What Is It? Woodrock Animal Rescue is celebrating the leap year in a big way. Join them for a sunset walk with their band of lovable rescues. Take your chosen four-legged friend for a 5km walk and give back a little this February 29th. After your walk you can spend some time pampering your new […]

What Is It? The 4th annual Love Paws Rocking the City Festival is simply one you can't miss! Join Riversands Farm Village for this highly-anticipated event where you can rock out, get fit and help save the lives of animals in need. Love Paws will be mixing things up in 2020, with some trail runs […]

About Cat Village Cat Village has been in operation since 2004. To date, they have taken in approximately 1000 cats who have found their forever home at the Cat Village. The cats at this village are not available for adoption as they come from horrific and stressful situations and need special care. Cat Village is […]

For The Love Of Dogs Date: 8 February 2020 at 12:00. Venue: Pug Rescue, 80/1 Nielsen Road, Benoni North Argicultural Holdings, Benoni. More Info: 082 449 2644 | [email protected] | Facebook If you were unfortunate enough to miss the Date A Rescue event at Pug Rescue on 02 February, don't worry. You can still spend […]

What Is It? Leave your beloved pooches at home and show a little love to the worthy rescues at Pug Rescue SA this Valentine's Month. These loveable, snorting, rolls of joy will be all too delighted to see you. Bring along a can of Husky or special treats to make their Valentine's Day even more […]