As the South African tax year draws to a close, now is the perfect time to make a donation that does double good.
By supporting Rainbow Children’s Village before 28 February, you can help vulnerable children thrive and benefit from valuable tax deductions through a Section 18A certificate.
In short: You change lives, and reduce your tax.
What is a Section 18A tax certificate?
Rainbow Children’s Village is a registered Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) with Section 18A approval from SARS.
This means that qualifying donations made to our organisation are tax deductible under South African tax law.
When you donate, we issue you with a Section 18A certificate, which you can submit when completing your tax return.
Why the 28 February deadline matters
South Africa’s tax year runs from 1 March to 28 February.
To qualify for a tax deduction in the current tax year: Your donation must be received on or before 28 February.
Any donations made after this date will count toward the next tax year instead.
For individuals: give back and get a tax benefit
When you donate to Rainbow Children’s Village as an individual, you will:
- Receive a Section 18A certificate
- Be able to claim a tax deduction of up to 10% of your taxable income
- Directly support children in need through safe care, education, and long-term support
Your generosity goes further, for you and for the children whose lives you help shape.
For companies: make your CSI and compliance work harder
For businesses, tax year-end is also an important compliance and planning period.
If you donate to Rainbow Children’s Village, we provide:
- ✅ A Section 18A certificate for tax purposes
- ✅ An affidavit confirming that more than 75% of our beneficiaries are previously disadvantaged
- ✅ A thank-you letter confirming receipt of the donation
These documents enable your business to earn Socio-Economic Development (SED) points under the B-BBEE scorecard, while supporting meaningful, measurable social impact.
Why donate to Rainbow Children’s Village?
Every donation helps us:
- Provide safe care for vulnerable children
- Support education and learning pathways
- Create long-term stability and opportunity for children and families who need it most
Tax season is simply a reminder that generosity can be both impactful and practical.
Don’t wait! Donate before 28 February.
To ensure you receive the maximum tax benefit for this tax year, make your donation before 28 February.
Ways to donate:
- SnapScan
- Yoco
- PayPal
- EFT to FNB Cheque Account
Account number: 62642138417
Branch code: 255805 (Hyde Park)
Reference: Your Name
Proof of payment: teresa@rainbowchildrensvillage.co.za
Need help or documentation?
If you have any questions about donations, Section 18A certificates, or corporate compliance documentation, please contact:
📞 Teresa Richards: 064 683 4452
📧 info@rainbowchildrensvillage.co.za
Thank you for being part of the Rainbow Children’s Village family, and for helping us turn compassion into lasting impact.
Donate today. Impact lives. Reduce your tax.
