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After 75 years of enormous support from people of South Africa, CMA decided it was time to put something back into the communities that has been graciously supporting the event since its inception in 1921. 

AmaBeadiBeadi Charity drive was born. Since 1996 Comrades Marathon Association’ Amabeadibeadi Charity Drive have raised over R76-million for worthy causes through the Comrades Marathon’s Race4Charity and with the generosity of Comrades runners, supporters, volunteers, sponsors, and partners. 

Make every kilometre count by fundraising for one of our official charities. We support six different charities you may choose from; all doing incredible work to help others and improve lives.

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Charities We Support

CHOC

CHOC

CHOC is the only organization in South Africa that provides comprehensive country wide support for children with cancer and other life-threatening blood disorders, and their families.

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COMMUNITY CHEST

COMMUNITY CHEST

Calling all Comrades Superheroes! We need you to make an impact in the lives of 6 000 under-resourced children, under the age of five, living in impoverished areas throughout KwaZulu-Natal. The first five years of a child’s life are essential in developing mental, physical, social, and emotional skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. Join us in our quest and give your Comrades journey extra life-giving purpose. Run for Community Chest Durban and Pietermaritzburg and raise much-needed funds for Early Childhood Development.

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HACT

HACT

Hillcrest AIDS Centre Trust (HACT) is tackling HIV/AIDS through the holistic and family-centred interventions including education, prevention, community empowerment, income generation and HIV/TB/cancer care. Our geographical focus area is the rural and economically disadvantaged communities of the Valley of 1000 Hills, one of the epicentres of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and directly on the Comrades route.

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RISE AGAINST HUNGER

RISE AGAINST HUNGER

Rise Against Hunger is a global organization dedicated to fighting hunger and malnutrition worldwide.

Our focus areas include:

  • Early Childhood Development: Providing nutritious meals and supporting ECD centres to ensure the healthy growth of young children.
  • Emergency Response: Mobilizing aid and food supplies to communities affected by crises.
  • Community Empowerment: Implementing sustainable solutions like agricultural training and livelihood programs.
  • Volunteer Engagement: Empowering individuals to make a difference through volunteer opportunities and awareness campaigns.

By working together, we can create a world where no one goes hungry.

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SANPARKS HONORARY RANGERS

SANPARKS HONORARY RANGERS

SANParks Honorary Rangers is the official volunteer organization of South African National Parks. With over 2000 volunteer members in 31 regions covering all 20 national parks, we are passionately committed to conserving our natural heritage for generations to come. Our members give freely of our time and skills to foster conservation in our national parks. The SANParks Honorary Rangers is a registered public benefit and non-profit organisation and SANParks' preferred channel for public support, providing opportunities for individuals and businesses to support conservation initiatives in South Africa’s national parks.

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CHILDLINE KZN

CHILDLINE KZN

“There are few things that are worse than knowing that your 3 year old daughter has been raped by her uncle, there are a few things better than knowing that you can help this child to heal and help to bring the perpetrator to book”

We at Childline KZN continue daily to help eradicate this scourge of abuse against our children.

Kwa-Zulu Natal continues to experience a high volume of violent crimes against our vulnerable children, and it is only through organizations like ours and individuals like you that we can make an impact. Sadly, the impact we make touches a mere percentage of children abused. Through consistent media partnerships and campaigns, we can communicate our message to more children and families across the province. Sadly, our services are needed more and more every day. So, until we have a society free of abuse, Childline KZN will be here, giving children a voice, fighting for their protection, and providing the care to help rebuild society.

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Our Achievements

Funds Raised since 1996

Funds Raised since 1996

OVER R76 MILLION

Funds Raised In 2024

Funds Raised In 2024

R6 477 983

All Donations Go To

All Donations Go To

CMA Official Charities

Donating via EFT, please use the below Banking Details:

ACCOUNT HOLDER: Comrades Marathon Association
BANK: FNB
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 62942789960
BRANCH CODE: 210554
SWIFT CODE: FIRNZAJJ
REFERENCE: (Name of the charity of your choice or AmaBeadiBeadi to split your donation equally amongst all Official Charities)

For Section 18A SARS Tax Certificate email xoliswa@comrades.com

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