Our 3rd Annual Johannesburg Gala is happening 25 Oct 2018. Join us!
Cradle to Career
Ubuntu Pathways breaks the cycle of poverty by providing South Africa's most vulnerable children with what all children deserve—everything, every day.
A child’s birthplace shouldn’t
determine her future.
determine her future.
Poverty is Complex.
The world’s poor face challenges that have deep-rooted causes, often spanning generations.
But the cycle is breakable.
We have created a pathway out of poverty that guides children from their first steps to their first jobs.
A lifetime of support. Lives transformed.
100%
of mothers living with HIV give birth to virus-free babies in a community where 1 in 3 pregnant women is infected.
90%
of our scholars pass their university qualifying exams, compared to a 37% pass rate among their peers.
68%
of youth are placed in rewarding jobs in a region where 80% of young people aged 18-35 are unemployed.
You can’t raise a child in a
day, a week, or even a year.
day, a week, or even a year.
Watch the journey of a lifetime.
‘I Am Because You Are’
How You Can Help
Kholisa Thomas
Supporting Ubuntu through art, South Africa
"I’ve chaired Ubuntu’s Johannesburg Gala since its inception. As the founder of Art Talks, a platform that connects the art world with art buyers, I use my relationship with South Africa’s most brilliant artists to support Ubuntu’s life-changing work. I’m proud to be a part of Ubuntu’s mission and create uplifting connections that make the world a better place."
Andrew & Megan
Donated their wedding, United States
"On our wedding day, we chose to support Ubuntu so that the love and celebration we felt could extend far beyond our community. We wanted to help give Port Elizabeth’s children what they deserve and need most."
Vuvu
Ran marathons, South Africa
"Fundraising for Ubuntu was such a rewarding experience because we were helping to change lives by doing what we love. It was awesome to witness how generous people were when we asked them for support!"
David
NYC Half Marathon Runner
"Our daughter challenged me to join her for the NYC Half Marathon and I wanted to use the race to pay it forward. I am proud we ran for Ubuntu Pathways!"
Shanthi
Gives monthly, United States
"Ubuntu understands that a child’s path from poverty is not just about education. Their holistic model is one any donor should feel confident getting behind. It’s what inspired me to get more involved and give monthly."
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