Working to enhance the mobility, independence and dignity of blind and partially sighted people in South Africa.
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Payday Extension! 🎉
Good news! We've extended our Paws of Fortune debit order sign-up deadline until Friday, 24 July.
Don't miss your chance. Sign up by midnight on 24 July!
Join today: ow.ly/rZmW50ZpYrL
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Something exciting is here…
For just R100 per month or R1000 once off, you’ll receive:
- 30 chances to win
- Monthly prizes up to **R10,000**
- Access to an exclusive competition limited to **ONLY 2,000 members**
👉 Sign up today:
ow.ly/6JqV50ZfABR
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Something exciting is here…
Introducing our Paws of Fortune fundraising competition - your chance to WIN BIG while being part of something meaningful.
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"Life is more fun with my Guide Dog, Jessie! It was always Jessie, or not at all." – Dr. Kim Lewis
Meet Jessie, a Guide Dog whose adventures across Europe brought freedom and endless memories for her owner, Dr. Kim Lewis.
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All grown up: meet our latest guide dogs in training.
Kala is the happiest hound with a zest for life and a knack for making her trainers laugh.
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All grown up: meet our current guide dogs in training!
Lilo is a diligent workaholic with a drive for adventure and a superpower for remaining calm in any situation.
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All grown up: meet our current guide dogs in training!
Emmy is a star student who's a bit of a witbroodjie.
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All grown up: meet our current guide dogs in training!
Cruz is a determined yellow Labrador who is also a sensitive sweetheart.
Cruz excels at connecting with his trainers and is very attuned to training expectations.
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Volunteer Puppy Raisers Needed!
We're looking for volunteer puppy raisers to help raise the next generation of Assistance Dogs .
Could you open your heart and home to a puppy with purpose?
Apply on our website: ow.ly/G40S50Z9ivl
Email alidap@guidedog.org.za
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We’re growing our team—and looking for someone who can connect with our supporters.
If you’re confident, compassionate, and love speaking to people, this could be for you.
Email Treveng@guidedog.org.za
#nowhiring#callcentre#telesales
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This Christmas, you can help someone find their perfect match, too. And when you donate, our partner Bob Martin will match your contribution, rand for rand, doubling your impact.
Donate here: ow.ly/fbnG50XyYCR
#saguidedogs#ThePerfectMatch #MatchedGiving#donate
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WE'RE HIRING!
Learner Service & Autism Support Dog Trainer
To apply: Send your CV and cover letter to VincentS@guidedog.org.za
with the subject line Service & Autism Support Dog Trainer Application.
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Happy International Assistance Dog Week!
This week, we’re celebrating the amazing dogs who change lives every day, and the d humans who help make it all possible.
Donate: ow.ly/rNB050WziOe
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Calling all book lovers – it’s that time again!
Come browse our book sale and help support a great cause. Every book you buy helps fund the training of Assistance Dogs for people with disabilities.
Bring your friends, bring your family – we can’t wait to see you there!
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Calling all book lovers – it’s that time again!
Come browse our book sale and help support a great cause. Every book you buy helps fund the training of Assistance Dogs for people with disabilities.
Bring your friends, bring your family – we can’t wait to see you there!
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We have purchased this batch of 143 white canes thanks to your generous contributions.
Our target is 1000 white canes before 31 July 2025!
Each cane costs R699, and you can donate from as little as R50 towards one.
Click here to donate: ow.ly/cX8G50W0HzB
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Cosy up this winter with a good book while supporting a good cause.
Join us this Saturday, 31 May 2025, for a second-hand book sale in partnership with Winifred Mandela Precinct.
Time: 09:00 - 14:00
Venue: Winifred Mandela Precinct
#books#booksale#secondhandbooks#
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Our Car Raffle competition is back! Enter for a chance to win the vehicle of your dreams, and make a real difference in someone’s life.
🎟️ Tickets are only R100! Click here to buy:guidedog.org.za/product/sout…
👉 To buy via EFT, please contact Melanie at MelanieN@guidedog.org.za
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Help Change A Life - Support the Give A Cane Campaign.
From the 12th of May to 30 July 2025, we invite you to help us reach our target of 1000 white canes for visually impaired South Africans through our Give A Cane Campaign.
Donate here: ow.ly/zCry50VYJoW
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Meet Our Latest Guide Dog Class
We’re excited to welcome a new group of clients to our Johannesburg campus as they begin their guide dog training journey.
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Hendrick van Reel is one of many visually impaired students who rely on the white cane to navigate life as a student.
🦯 Help us reach our goal of donating 1,000 white canes between 5 May and 31 July 2025.
Donate: ow.ly/4uUr50VT92c
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Help Change a Life With Just R50 – Support the Give a Cane Campaign 🦯👨🦯👩🦯
For someone with vision loss, it’s far more than just a stick, it’s an extension of their senses, a provider of vital information.
Donate today: ow.ly/NVQB50VRFrU
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Calling all book lovers in Cape Town!📚
Shop affordable secondhand books while helping us raise much-needed funds. Our Cape Town branch has a book sale every first Saturday of each month.
#saguidedogs#booksale#booklovers
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Happy Workers' Day from our trainers and Assistance Dogs in training!
#workersday2025#workersday#saguidedogs
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3 DAYS TO GO – WIN A SUZUKI JIMNY 5 DOOR!
In just 3 days, one lucky winner will drive away in a brand-new Suzuki Jimny 5-Door!
Click here to enter: guidedog.org.za/product/sout…
📅 The winner will be announced this Sunday, 09 March 2025, at our Family Fun Day in Johannesburg!
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Your donation, no matter how big or small, contributes directly to the training of more Service Dogs for persons with physical disabilities.
Donate in these simple steps:
1. Click here to make your donation: guidedog.org.za/donate/
2. Receive a Section 18A Tax Certificate
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Bring the whole family to our Johannesburg branch for a colourful market, live entertainment, live demos from our dogs, and so much more!
Click here to buy your ticket: quicket.co.za/events/300098-…
Want to be a vendor? Email Nicoleb@guidedog.org.za
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Open your heart and home in 2025!
We are calling on individuals and families to become volunteer puppy raisers and help raise the next generation of Assistance Dogs.
Click here to apply: ow.ly/2icH50ULFOO
Email alidap@guidedog.org.za for inquiries or whatsapp us on
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Our puppies remind us that the holidays are a time for love, care, generosity, and of course, some fun. We hope their festive spirit inspires you to share kindness and warmth in your own special way this Christmas. ❤️
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On the eleventh day of Christmas, it would be so cool, if our donors could help us go to school! Be a Legend and help change lives this Christmas!
The Litter Legends Programme has sponsorship tiers ranging from R1000.00 to R100 000.00.
Donate here: ow.ly/saaa50UnfWH
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Our Johannesburg branch was filled with wagging tails and festive cheer at our latest Puppy Open Day.
These events are so much more than fun—they’re an essential part of preparing our puppies for their future roles as guide, service, or autism support dogs. 🦮❤️
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On the sixth day of Christmas, I hope our donors say, "Here are puppy toys because we love to play!"
We could not do it without your support. Help us change lives this Festive Season.
Click here to donate: ow.ly/c9UV50UioSs
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On the fifth day of Christmas, will our donors be so kind, to help us give white canes to the blind?
Donate: guidedog.org.za/christmasapp…
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On the fourth day of Christmas, let’s politely ask for training equipment for puppy class.
We could not do it without your support. Help us change lives this Festive Season.
Click here to donate: guidedog.org.za/christmasapp…
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On the fourth day of Christmas, let’s politely ask for training equipment for puppy class.
We could not do it without your support. Help us change lives this Festive Season.
Click here to donate: ow.ly/FKYM50UhmyB
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🚨 We're Hiring!
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Be part of a team dedicated to changing lives through Assistance Dogs.
📩 Apply Now: Email your CV to vincentS@guidedog.org.za
⚠️ Deadline: 13 December 2024
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On the third day of Christmas, I hope our donors give to me; a new collar and a new lead.
We rely on fundraising initiatives and donations to keep our dogs in training. We could not do it without your support.
Donate: guidedog.org.za/christmasapp…
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On the second day of Christmas, I wish a donor would give to us; a grooming session, a bath and a brush.
Help us change lives this Festive Season. Click here to donate: ow.ly/oymc50UfyQv
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Our puppies have put their best paw forward all year to be on Santa’s NICE list!
This Christmas, help make their wishes come true by giving the gift of freedom and independence to those who need it most.
See what our puppies want for Christmas: ow.ly/cvf450UeuNn
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To get the best start in life, each Assistance Dog Puppy leaves our Puppy Block with a brand-new puppy bag. The school bag contains all the essentials they need to start the puppy-raising programme.
Click here to donate: guidedog.org.za/christmasapp…
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Join us for a special night at Melrose Arch! ✨🎄 On Saturday, 23 November 2024, enjoy Carols on the Piazza with the amazing Mzansi Youth Choir! Tickets on Computicket: ow.ly/YjC750U289a.
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🎓🐾Introducing Our Newest Graduates!
We’re happy to introduce our latest group of Service, Guide, and Autism support graduates, who have successfully completed their training and are ready to begin their new journey alongside their forever person.
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For everyone looking to join our mission — whether you’re applying for a Guide Dog, Service Dog, Autism Support Dog, or you’re interested in Puppy Raising etc. we've made it easier for you to apply!
To apply, visit: ow.ly/mRQT50TX75C
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Shades Day is almost here! If you haven’t gotten your sticker yet, there’s still time! Head to your nearest participating store and grab your R20 sticker.
Digital stickers available on our website: ow.ly/4U3W50TIBxY
For bulk orders, email: melanien@guidedog.org.za
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Get ready to WEAR YOUR SHADES and SHARE YOUR SHINE!
BUY YOUR R20 STICKER:
🕶️Participating stores
🕶️Large orders for schools and/or organisations: email MelanieN@guidedog.org.za
🕶️Digital Sticker: available on our website: guidedog.org.za/wear-your-sh…
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While many know about our guide dogs for the visually impaired, fewer are aware of our work with autism support dogs—through this symposium, the panelists aim to raise more awareness.
13 September 2024 @ 10:00 am
*Join us on our social media platforms for a live
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This Mandela Day, we celebrate the legacy of Nelson Mandela by embracing his spirit of service and compassion.
#mandeladay2024#ItsInYourHands
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This year, we're giving you the chance to drive away in a BRAND NEW Suzuki Jimny 5-Door - and tickets are only R100 each.
TO ENTER:
- Buy your tickets here: ow.ly/9ibO50So0p0
#carraffle#wincar#carcompetition#win#winner#suzukijimny
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We had the pleasure of hosting our 2023 Suzuki Swift 2nd Draw Winner, Andrew Jennings, and his family.
Thanks to our valued partners at Suzuki, this year's car raffle competition prize is even bigger and better!
Tickets available here: ow.ly/hnGn50ScY38
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We're thrilled to announce the launch of our annual Suzuki car raffle competition.
TO ENTER: ow.ly/YbI150S86zc
#SAGuideDogs #CarRaffle2024 #SuzukiJimny #Win #Fundraiser #ChangingLives
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To All Our Vollies (Volunteers)!
Without you, we wouldn't be able to change the lives of countless clients.
This week, we say thank you and celebrate your generosity of spirit and willingness to give your time and energy. Your impact on our organisation is immeasurable.
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Did you know you can help us raise much-needed funds and reach more people by hosting your own fundraiser?
Check out fundraising ideas here: ow.ly/mqaz50RJtZT
Get your friends, colleagues, school, and community involved to help GIVE A CANE to those who need it most.
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We love our puppy raisers!
Puppy raisers are integral in an Assistance Dog's journey, and the bond they share during their time together is special. It helps shape the pups into confident and capable Assistance Dogs one day.
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Happy Workers' Day from all of us at the South African Guide Dogs Association.
We would like to thank all the staff at GDA for your dedication to our clients, dogs, donors and partners. Together we are able to change lives!
#workersday
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Help us GIVE A CANE to 500 more visually impaired people like Ashley.
Did you know that your R50 donation for the GIVE A CANE campaign goes towards providing white canes and skills training to visually impaired children such as Ashley?
Donate R50: ow.ly/ojrc50RbYQg
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We have 500 visually impaired clients on our waiting list this year, and we need your help to help them!
- Donate R50 here: ow.ly/4IBK50RbYN4
- Host your own fundraiser: ow.ly/mkF650RbYN5
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Is it time for the Easter egg hunt yet?
[Little eclipse (Yellow Labrador puppy from our E-litter) is standing on his hind legs over a puppy gate in excitement.]
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Ready to make your mark? Donate your Discovery Miles to the South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind in the Discovery app or Discovery Bank app today: ow.ly/FkGj50R0XX8
#movetogive#discovery#discoverymiles
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At SA Guide Dogs, we get to witness the importance of human rights daily. We witness firsthand the challenges of our clients who have disabilities and so we understand the significance of advocating and upholding the rights of every person, regardless of abilities.
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CALLING ALL VENDORS!
We're looking for vendors who are leaps of fun for our Family Fun Day Festival.
To secure your spot as a vendor, email nadiav@guidedog.org.za. Stalls are R 300 for 3m x 3m space. Bookings close 1 March 2024!
#vendorsneeded#marketvendors#jhbvendors
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