Nelson Mandela University believes that no academically deserving student should be denied education due to financial constraints. Yet, many remain unfunded, including missing middle students—those who earn too much for government aid but too little to afford university. Others face historical debt, preventing graduation, while postgraduates lack NSFAS support despite the need for advanced qualifications. Financial hardship also leads to hunger, with 1 in 3 students missing meals, impacting their health, grades, and well-being. By donating to the University’s bursary, scholarship, and food support programmes, you help students succeed and contribute to a stronger, more just South Africa.
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Student Nutrition
Proper nutrition is vital for academic success, yet one in three students misses at least one meal a day due to financial constraints. This impacts concentration, energy, and well-being, leading to lower grades, higher stress, and an increased risk of dropping out. Your donation to Nelson Mandela University’s food support programmes ensures students don’t have to choose between food and education. By providing proper nourishment, you help them focus, excel academically, and build a brighter future. Invest in student nutrition—invest in South Africa’s future.
- Raised
- $8,899
- Goal
- $30,000
17 supporters
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Bursaries and Scholarships
Expanding access for success is key to transforming the University, breaking the cycle of poverty, and promoting social justice. However, many students remain unfunded, especially postgraduates and missing middle students, who fall outside government aid schemes. Postgraduates, vital to research and innovation, receive no NSFAS support, while missing middle students earn too much for aid but too little to afford university. Your donation to Nelson Mandela University’s bursary and scholarship programme helps bridge this gap, ensuring deserving students can complete their studies and build a stronger South Africa.
- Raised
- $273,382
- Goal
- $330,000
2 supporters
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Sunjeung Kim 4Once a hungry student on campus, I'd like to help feed those who are in need
Paul Geswindt 1Every donation makes a difference and our collective contributions can make a more meaningful difference. I call on fellow Nelson Mandela University alumni and friends to support the University's campaign to raise funds to address student h...
Jen Su 1Thank you Prof Darelle van Greunen and Dr Ossie Franks for sharing the mission of the Nelson Mandela University Trust. Jen Su
Martina Osterndorff-Windvogel Marcel Botha1