Thusano Fund (NYDA) - Youth Funding Initiatives
Updated: Sep 8, 2020
Thusano Fund (NYDA)
The Fund is aimed at assisting small scale, immediate necessities.
What will not be considered:
Purchasing of land and infrastructure
Bursaries or scholarships (unless a bursary has already been secured but additional funding is required for other expenses like textbooks, accommodation, or equipment)
Social individual travel
Entertainment and lifestyle
Events for profit making purposes
Business non quantified capital
Who qualifies?
Request up to and including R50 000 per candidate or organisation
Individuals requiring funds to settle overdue tertiary or school fees
Individuals aiming to pursue short courses
NGO’s requiring once off financial support
NGOs in need of equipment
Events for social development or awareness
Documents needed for all submission to the Thusano Fund:
For Students:
Thusano Fund Application Form http://www.nyda.gov.za/Portals/0/Downloads/Forms/Thusano%20Fund%20Application%20Form.pdf
Motivation or application letter stating the financial need
Academic Record not less than 3 months or acceptance letter
ID Copy- Not older than 3 months
Proof of income for guardian or parent (for academic purposes)
Affidavit
Invoice or quotation from the institution of choice
For NGOs:
Thusano Fund Application Form http://www.nyda.gov.za/Portals/0/Downloads/Forms/Thusano%20Fund%20Application%20Form.pdf
Motivation or application letter stating the financial need
Constitution of the organisation
Certified ID Copy – Not longer than 3 months
Proposal with financials
Tax exemption compliance
NPO/NGO registration documents (Certificate)
All applications must be sent to sponsorship@nyda.gov.za
Please allow a 30-day lead time for the consideration of all applications.
