Social Responsibility – Our Donations and Time Given for Others – 2023 and prior years

2023
Our Donations and Time Given for Others


3 Dec Surf Therapy Fundraiser – Wave Challenge RECORD | November 2023

Afternoon Danie, Juanita and your team, Thank you so much for your generous donation, please find attached a thank you letter:


Rosh Hashana | September 2023

MD donated to the Lodge Negev, Hebrew Order of David International for Rosh Hashana this year.

Thank you for your generosity which goes a long way towards this very worthwhile project.

Your support is greatly appreciated.

On Rosh Hashanah it is written, On Yom Kippur it is sealed. May it be written and may it be sealed that you have a new year that brings fulfillment and happiness, peace and prosperity – all of life’s very best things. L’shanah Tovah to you and your family!


Women’s Day | August 2023

For Women’s Day this year we donated sanitary pads to Sisters Incorporated, based in Kenilworth.

On behalf of the management, staff and residents we would like to thank you so
much for the sanitary towels you donated for Women’s Day.
Your donation of sanitary pads will make a significant difference in the lives of the
women we serve. In many cases, access to basic hygiene products can be a
challenge for women facing difficult circumstances. Your donation not only
addresses this critical need but also sends a strong message of care and solidarity.
Thank you for standing with us in our pursuit of a world where all women are
empowered, valued, and free from abuse and discrimination.
We at Sisters Incorporated are continually inspired by the dedication and generosity
of donors like yourself who answer the call to give.

“Sisters Incorporated plays a critical role in protecting, supporting and empowering women and their children who are survivors of domestic violence, abuse and stigmatisation that is so prevalent and widespread in our communities.

With a history spanning over 60 years in Cape Town, Sisters Incorporated has evolved from being a refuge for single mothers into a safe haven caring for women and their children.”


Mandela Day | July 2023

For Mandela Day, we donated animal food to Animal Rescue Organisation and sandwich bags to Turfhall Cheshire Home.

Well Done to all the donors and packers!!

Thank you to the MD Staff for making a real difference!

Good day MD Accountants & Auditors Inc
On behalf of Animal Rescue Organisation (ARO), we would like to thank you for the donation of cat and dog food dropped off at our premises on Mandela day.
It is through the continued generosity and support of our donors, like you, that enables ARO to continue the plight in relieving the suffering of sick animals living in impoverished communities within the Cape.
All funds raised and donations contribute to the ARO welfare hospital and mobile clinics providing primary veterinary care to sick and neglected animals.
We appreciate your support and for believing in the work of ARO.


Eid | April 2023

It is the generosity of people like you that bring hope and opportunity to people in dire distress; men, women and children who await the Almighty’s Mercy through very selected representatives on earth. You are one of those fortunate few selected to distribute His Mercy through your selfless act of giving unconditionally. Gift of the Givers is proud to be associated with you as it brings us closer to the Almighty by delivering your contribution to those in untold misery.

Gift of the Givers celebrated 30 years of serving humanity on 06 August 2022, being born on a Thursday night after a special prayer ceremony in Istanbul, Turkey, with the name being given by a Spiritual (Sufi) teacher emphasising that in the service of humanity there is no race, no religion, no class, no culture, no political affiliation and no geographical boundary.

There is only unconditional service, preserving the dignity of the recipient and delivering aid of the highest quality. Gift of the Givers track record bears testament to this spiritual instruction over its 30-year history, having delivered over R4.5 billion of aid to millions of people in 46 countries with rural South Africans being the major beneficiaries of this collective amount.


2022
Our Donations and Time Given for Others


Kirstenbosch | October 2022

Donation made in respect of MD’s 25th Anniversary – Donation of nursery seed trays for Kirstenbosch NBG.


James House | October 2022

Monetary donation made in respect of MD’s 25th Anniversary.

 


Rosh Hashana | Oranjia Jewish Child & Youth Centre | September 2022

“Dear Alexis, Dave and Associates

On behalf of the President, Committee and Staff at Oranjia we would like to express our sincere appreciation and thanks for your generous support of our home, by making use of our Yom Tov greeting card service.

We wish you   L’ Shana Tova Tikateivu V Teichatemu May you be inscribed for a year of good health, happiness, mazal and blessings.

Have a meaningful fast Gemar Chatima Tova

Kind Regards
Lynette Shapiro”


Women’s Day | August 2022

This morning we celebrated our incredible team of MD women and enjoyed a Women’s Day breakfast at our offices.

We also donated 70 sanitary towels from both our staff and management to the young girls at the underprivileged school, De Duine Primary in Lotus River, for 2022 Women’s Day.

Happy Women’s Day 2022!


Mandela Day | The Haven Shelter | July 2022

Remember the purpose!

Mandela Day | An opportunity to work together and make a difference, there are so many lives affected by poverty.

THERE CAN BE NO GREATER GIFT THAN THAT OF GIVING ONE’S TIME AND ENERGY WITHOUT EXPECTING ANYTHING IN RETURN – Nelson Mandela

We donated to The Haven Shelter in Claremont and made 72 sandwiches. We dropped 50 with them and the rest was handed out to homeless folk the same day.

We are so grateful to be able to make this contribution.


Providing support to those affected by the recent floods in KZN | May 2022

We have made a R2 500 donation to those affected by the devastating floods in KZN.

Thank you letter | 2022-06-13_ MD Accountants and Auditors Inc

“With the recent flooding affecting areas in Kwa-Zulu Natal once again, the SAICA Board and its staff send their condolences to members and associates and their families who have been directly affected by this natural disaster.

As a membership body, SAICA prides itself on being part of a community that rallies behind the nation in times like these. It is for this reason that SAICA initially launched the SAICA Business Emergency Rescue (BER) initiative. As previously communicated, the BER exists to find ways in which SAICA and the profession can assist members and associates with advice, expertise and services to rebuild their businesses as well as help those affected to deal with the emotional and mental distress that comes from unfortunate events like the floods in the last few weeks.

Within the BER, we launched the SAICA Difference Makers: Business Emergency Flood Rescue Assistance programme when KZN and parts of the Eastern Cape were first affected by floods a few weeks ago. We once again remind our members about this initiative, following the devastation in KwaZulu-Natal over the weekend.

In this regard, SAICA has partnered with Gift of the Givers to provide an opportunity for members, their organisations as well as SAICA staff to contribute financially towards the relief efforts aimed at assisting those affected by the floods. SAICA has engaged Gift of the Givers in this regard to facilitate a more streamlined and direct process of administrating the welfare fund and members and associates can make a contribution directly to Gift of the Givers.

Thank you in advance to all our members and associates who are stepping up to help. We appreciate your dedication to the well-being of not only our fellow South Africans, but also the economy.”


Eid | Gift of the Givers | April 2022

“On behalf of the team here at Gift of the Givers Foundation and our beneficiaries, I would like to thank you for your contribution:”

Thank you letter | 2022-05-31_MD ACCOUNTANTS & AUDITORS INC

https://giftofthegivers.org/


2021
Our Donations and Time Given for Others


Santa Shoebox | October 2021

This year we once again contributed towards this very worthy cause and supported the Santa Shoebox initiative. We had to do things a little differently again, due to COVID-19. We donated R10 000 to be able to help provide gifts and toiletries for little children in need, especially during these very challenging times.


Pets Empowerment in Townships | October 2021

Once again this year we supported PETS by making a donation in support of their annual calendar campaign. Such an amazing initiative!


Rosh Hashana | Astra Jewish Sheltered Employment | September 2021

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“Dear Partners of MD

On behalf of the Chairman and Committee, may I express our deep appreciation to you for your generous donation of R2000 received for Yom Tov greetings sent on your behalf.

We are most grateful for your kind support.  Your generosity encourages us to continue our work in adding value to the lives of those in our community with disability.

Wishing you a Shana Tova, good health, happiness, peace, contentment.and well over the Fast.

Kind regards
Merle Furman”

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Women’s Day | St Georges Home for Girls | August 2021

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“St George’s Home for Girls is a registered Child and Youth Care Centre with the Dept: Social Development. In fact, it is currently the only residential care facility in the Wynberg District which provides for girls between the ages of 3 and 18 who are abused, abandoned, neglected and orphaned. Children from failed foster placements and those with behavioural problems are also cared for. We also care for children infected and affected by HIV/Aids.”

“A woman is the full circle.
Within her is the power to create,

nurture and transform.”

 

https://st-georges.org.za/


Mandela Day | Ladles of love | July 2021

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Remember the purpose!

In the spirit of Ubuntu, MD & staff have donated 201 tins of food to Ladles of Love on their initiative to build a 6.7km line of tinned food and donate it to those in need.

We are so grateful to be able to make this contribution.

https://ladlesoflove.org.za/ 


Eid | Gift of the Givers | April 2021

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“On behalf of the team here at Gift of the Givers Foundation and our beneficiaries, I would like to thank you for your contribution:”

https://giftofthegivers.org/ 

 


2020
Our Donations and Time Given for Others


Santa Shoebox Project | November 2020

This year we did things a little differently, due to COVID-19 and the lockdown. Instead of making our own boxes or having a staff function, the staff took a vote and decided to have MD donate R9 000 towards this very worthy annual cause.

Rosh Hashanah | 18 September 2020

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“On behalf of the Chairman Ivan Katzenellenbogen and Committee, may I express our deep appreciation to you for the generous donation of R2000 received for Yom Tov greetings sent on your behalf.

We are most grateful for this kind support and understanding of our work for the less fortunate members of the Community.

Your generosity will enable us to continue providing an essential quality service to those with special needs.”

 

Pets Empowerment in Townships | August 2020

Once again this year we supported PETS by making a donation in support of their annual calendar campaign. Such an amazing initiative!

 

Women’s Day | August 2020

In celebration of Women’s Day, we had sweet treats delivered to all of the MD staff today, as a thank you gesture from Dave and Alexis, and in Celebration of Women’s Day on Sunday.

We have also made a personal donation, by the ladies of MD to Saint Michael’s Child and Youth Care Centre for girls in Plumstead.

Thank you so much ladies! | https://www.mdacc.co.za/index.php/in-celebration-of-womens-day-on-sunday/

National Women’s Day 2020!

https://bit.ly/30KITJ1

 

Constantia CAN | 18 July 2020

The Free Food Kitchen Fundraising | 18 July 2020

Mandela Day 2020 – MD taking action!

Mandela Day 2020 – MD taking action!

“On behalf of the Early Learning Resource Unit, I would like to humbly thank you for the extremely generous donation in kind to the value of R1120,58 you made In support of the Constantia CAN. We highly appreciate your support. Thank you.”

Second Mandela Day contribution in the form of a donation:

Click here for The Free Food Kitchen Fundraising event details | https://bit.ly/3heDb7S

This donation is in aid of the Free Food Kitchen. Our ex-staff member Karen Venter is busy organising a donation-based virtual yoga event on Sunday 2 August in aid of this charity.

https://www.facebook.com/yoyoga.ct/

 

Kazang – Wheelbarrow Project | June 2020

“Kazang – making a difference by helping out one load at a time”

We made a donation to this very worthy cause in June of this year, helping those less fortunate.

www.kazang.com | www.connected.co.za

 

COVID relief | May 2020

A donation was made to Fish Hoek High School towards the end of May 2020, to assist with COVID-19 relief efforts.

 

Eid | May 2020

Wishing all our Muslim staff, clients and colleagues Eid Mubarak. And in the spirit of giving, we have once again made a donation to The Mustadafin Foundation. Click on the logo below to view the amazing work that they do.

Mustadafin Foundation

Helping SA | May 2020

“Examples of what your R100 donation WILL do:

Feed a child / elderly for 3 days /
1 pair of warm shoes and socks
1 Winter pants / 1 Jersey
1 Jacket
Warm bedding/ Blankets
1 child will be able to take the bus to school for a week and no need to walk over 6 km”

www.helping-sa.co.za


2019
Our Donations and Time Given for Others

Santa Shoebox Project | December 2019

This year we once again partook in contributing towards the Santa Shoebox Project.

Our staff enjoyed a teambuilding morning together, in each of their departments.

Thank you to all who contributed, for your time, efforts and ideas – each of these gift boxes is special in their own unique way.

Find out more about this amazing initiative here.

MD’s pretty boxes

Rosh Hashanah | September 2019

Best wishes to all of our Jewish staff, clients and colleagues for Rosh Hashanah. May this New Year be filled with health and happiness, and sweet moments for you and your families. L’shanah Tovah!

In the spirit of giving, we have made a donation to The Astra Centre, A Jewish Sheltered Employment Centre.

Click here to view the wonderful work that they do.

A lovely thank you letter we received from Astra:

“On behalf of the Chairman Ivan Katzenellenbogen and Committee,
may I express our deep appreciation to you for the generous donation
for Yom Tov greetings sent on your behalf.

We are most grateful for this kind support and understanding of our work
for the less fortunate members of the Community.
Your generosity will enable us to continue providing an essential quality
service to those with special needs.

May I take this opportunity of wishing you a Shana Tova,
good health, happiness, peace and contentment.”

The Sunflower Fund | September 2019

Once again this year we took part in this amazing cause. Our team bought bandanas and wore them to work and decorated the office with sunflowers to show our support and to help raise funds as well as awareness.

Wearing our yellow 🙂

Furry Friday and Casual Day | September 2019

A number of our staff supported Casual Day again this year on 06 September 2019. Well done to Lionel, Jade, Majdah and Sam, who all won prizes for ‘Best Dressed’. Thank you to our team for contributing towards this very worthy annual cause.

Dressing up!

Furry Friday was also on 27 September in celebration of International Animal week 2019.

Pets Empowerment in Townships | August 2019

Once again this year we supported PETS by making a donation in support of their annual calendar campaign. Such an amazing initiative!

Women’s Day | August 2019

The women of MD in their personal capacity made contributions to donate sanitary products to St Georges Home for Girls. Well done to our team, we are so very proud of your kindness and efforts!

Women’s Day celebrations at our office

Women’s Day donation

Women’s Day inspiration

Nelson Mandela Day | July 2019

“There can be no greater gift
than that of giving one’s time
and energy to helping others
without expecting anything in return.”
– Nelson Mandela

Mandela Day, an inspiring movement to aid, support, relieve and change the lives of those in need. The MD staff got involved in making, packing and donating 100 sandwiches including fruit, juice and crisps to the following organisations:

The Haven Night Shelter – homeless – Retreat

Sisters Incorporated – abused women and children –  Kenilworth

We thank our staff who got involved and contributed towards making this a very rewarding experience.

Our staff participating in this event

SA Animal Lifeline

We made a donation in support of this worthy cause early on in the year, on behalf of one of our staff members.

 

Mdzananda Animal Clinic

We made a donation in support of this amazing shelter this year, as a gift on behalf of one of our ex-staff members who had selected the clinic instead of a wedding registry – wonderful!

Eid

Wishing all our Muslim staff, clients and colleagues Eid Mubarak. And in the spirit of giving, we have once again made a donation to The Mustadafin Foundation. Click on the logo below to view the amazing work that they do.

Mustadafin Foundation

Tears | March 2019

In March of this year, we made a donation to Tears Animal Rescue on the special occasion of Alexis’ 50th Birthday. Click on the logo below to view the amazing work that they do.

Alexis’ 50th Birthday celebrations


2018
Our Donations and Time Given for Others

Santa Shoebox Project | December 2018

This year we once again partook in contributing towards the Santa Shoebox Project.

Our staff enjoyed a teambuilding morning together, in each of their departments.

Thank you to all who contributed, for your time, efforts and ideas – each of these gift boxes is special in their own unique way. Find out more about this amazing initiative here.

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Pets Empowerment in Townships | November 2018

Once again this year we supported PETS by making a donation in support of their annual calendar campaign. Such an amazing initiative!

Eid

Wishing all our Muslim staff, clients and colleagues Eid Mubarak. And in the spirit of giving, we have made a donation to The Mustadafin Foundation.

The Mustadafin Foundation was established in 1986 during the Apartheid era. It emerged as a result of political unrest and violence in the Crossroads township. Crossroads, at that time was isolated and violence that erupted was due to faction fighting. It had a devastating effect on the local community, particularly women and children. This material is from The Mustadafin Foundation website, click here to read more.

Rosh Hashanah | September 2018

Best wishes to all of our Jewish staff, clients and colleagues for Rosh Hashanah. May this New Year be filled with health and happiness, and sweet moments for you and your families. L’shanah Tovah!

The Sunflower Fund | September 2018

Once again this year we took part in this amazing cause. Our team bought bandanas and wore them to work and decorated the office with sunflowers to show our support and to help raise funds as well as awareness.

Casual Day | September 2018

A number of our staff supported Casual Day again this year. Thank you to our team for contributing towards this very worthy annual cause.

Women’s Day | August 2018

Well done to our team, we are so very proud of your kindness and efforts on this day and during the whole of Women’s Month.

Nelson Mandela Day | July 2018

We were privileged to have taken part in the SAICA Blanket and Beanie Drive this year in celebration of Mandela Day 2018.

This year, we donated 40 blankets and 12 beanies and made a cash donation to those less privileged than us as part of the SAICA Blanket and Beanie Drive.