Barefoot climb for Dangerous Darkies
happened, Richter is thankful that he and his teammates look great in their new gear. He says that he is super proud of being a Dangerous Darkie. “Now we only need to win the league, but we will have to get these shoes softer and with a lot of practice we will.”
Donations and Funds Raised
Karlien says that support came from family, friends, anonymous sponsors, old clients, the Graaff-Reinet community and businesses like Tekkie Town, M.J. du Preez of Doktrine's, De Oude Pastorie in Nieu-Bethesda and Oasis Graaff-Reinet. “The Karoo 360 ‘Compassberg for a Cause’ project has seen an incredible outpouring of support from generous individuals and sponsors alike,” says Karlien.
Through the Back-a-Buddy campaign, an impressive total of R 47 156.13 was raised, while the climb itself garnered an additional R 6 700. She says these contributions represent not just financial support, but also a collective belief in the power of community-driven initiatives.
You can still contribute
For those who missed the opportunity to join the climb or participate in the fundraising events, there is still a chance to contribute to this noble cause.
The Back-a-Buddy campaign, which has been instrumental in mobilizing support thus far, remains active until the end of May.
By visiting the campaign's page at https://www.backabuddy. co.za/campaign/dawid-dewet-5837195744555262142, individuals can make donations online, ensuring that the impact of the Karoo 360 ‘Compassberg for a Cause’ project continues to grow.
*The Karoo 360 personnel are stewards of personalised, sustainable and awe-inspiring experiences in the Great Karoo
**At 2504 meters, Compassberg Mountain is the highest peak in the Sneeuberg range and second highest in the Eastern Cape. It’s found just north of the small village of NieuBethesda.
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