{"id":182678,"date":"2026-04-06T08:00:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T06:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodthingsguy.com\/?p=182678"},"modified":"2026-04-06T08:19:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T06:19:40","slug":"st-annes-class-of-2006-mandisa-fund","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodthingsguy.com\/lifestyle\/st-annes-class-of-2006-mandisa-fund\/","title":{"rendered":"St Anne’s Class of 2006 Reunites to Open Doors Through the Mandisa Fund"},"content":{"rendered":"

Reconnecting, reminiscing, and reaching out. The St Anne\u2019s Class of 2006 is celebrating their milestone reunion by opening doors for the next generation of girls through the Mandisa Fund.<\/h2>\n

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Hilton, South Africa (06 April 2026)<\/em> – School reunions stir a sense of curious excitement, offering the chance to reconnect with old friends and peers from your early years. It is a time for reflecting on past adventures and the dreams planted back then, while sharing the accomplishments and experiences of the present.<\/p>\n

As the Class of 2006 prepares to celebrate its 20-year reunion later this year, the alumnae of St Anne\u2019s Diocesan College<\/a><\/strong> are marking the milestone with more than just memories.<\/p>\n

Raising a Million for Future St Annes Girls<\/h3>\n

Together, they have decided to pave the way for the next generation by setting an ambitious goal: to raise R1 million for the school\u2019s recently launched Mandisa Fund, a bursary created to support daughters of Facilities Staff and exceptional girls from the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands community who would not otherwise have the opportunity to attend the school.<\/p>\n

The Fund is named in honour of Mandisa Penny Ntloko-Petersen, the first Black girl to matriculate from St Anne\u2019s in 1985 and represents both progress and purpose. It stands as a powerful symbol of how far the school \u2013 and South Africa \u2013 has come, while acknowledging the work still to be done to expand access to quality education.<\/p>\n

The Class of 2006 has embraced the challenge with energy and creativity. Alumnae are undertaking a variety of fundraising initiatives, including running marathons, open-water swims, hosting community sporting events and other charity gatherings, and asking friends and family to donate in lieu of birthday or celebration gifts!<\/p>\n

In addition to these individual efforts, the class is actively seeking corporate sponsors to partner in reaching \u2013 and hopefully exceeding \u2013 the R1 million target. Since launching their campaign, the class has already raised 5% of their goal, an encouraging start that reflects strong early support.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know that R1 million is a bold target,\u201d says the organising committee. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cBut we believe in the power of community. If each of us does something \u2013 whether it\u2019s running a race, hosting a small event, or making a donation \u2013 together we can make a life-changing difference.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Photo Credit: St Anne\u2019s Diocesan College<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A Call to Join a Cause that Matters<\/h3>\n

The Class of 2006 is calling on fellow alumnae, South African businesses, families and friends of St Anne\u2019s, to join the movement. Contributions of any size will help unlock opportunities for deserving young women in the local Midlands community.<\/p>\n

Supporters can donate directly via the campaign page or get involved by sponsoring an event or partnering as a corporate donor.<\/p>\n

As reunion plans gather momentum, the class hopes to celebrate not only 20 years of friendship but also the knowledge that their milestone has created meaningful change for generations to come.<\/p>\n

To learn more about the Mandisa Fund or to contribute to the Class of 2006 campaign, please visit the fundraising page<\/a><\/strong> or email lize.hartley@insead.edu<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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