Steadfast Africa Raises R2.5m for GWF and Kolisi Foundation at London Garden Party
Luxury travel company Steadfast Africa raised R2.5 million for South African non-profits Good Work Foundation (GWF) and the Kolisi Foundation at its fifth annual fundraising garden party, held on 16 June 2026 at Chelsea Physic Garden in London. The event drew more than 300 guests, including supporters, partners, philanthropists and changemakers, and featured a live auction of exclusive safari lodge stays, luxury travel experiences, premium wine farm visits and tailored hospitality itineraries from leading Southern African destinations.
Both beneficiary organisations focus on tackling inequality and expanding opportunity in South Africa. GWF CEO Kate Groch confirmed that funds raised will support the foundation's conservation programme for primary school children in rural Mpumalanga, fostering connections to the Greater Kruger National Park. Springbok captain Siya Kolisi, a patron of the Kolisi Foundation, noted that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to investing in others. With the London event now concluded, an online raffle and silent auction remain open to a global audience until 8 July 2026, with tickets and bidding available online.
Source: Good Work Foundation
