Our story
The Sharks Foundation was established in 2020, during one of KwaZulu-Natal’s darkest periods. Through the pandemic, widespread unrest and devastating floods, it became a beacon of resilience, compassion and unity.
What began as emergency relief, with food parcels, hot meals and support for struggling communities and small businesses, has grown into a sustained movement for change.
Our purpose: to use the power of the Sharks brand to uplift communities, inspire hope and create lasting impact.
Impact in numbers
590,641
Meals provided
294 tons
Of food distributed
80+
Communities supported
2
Libraries built in underserved communities
920–1,000
Children given stationery
8
Coaches’ Coffees, each reaching 25 to 40 coaches
10
Mentor sessions, with mentees from 7 high schools
Figures supplied by the Sharks Foundation, November 2026
Changing lives through rugby. Our work rests on four pillars.
Hunger is one of South Africa’s greatest challenges. We fight hunger, support dignity and help build healthier communities.
Education is the cornerstone of opportunity. We’re nurturing future leaders, not just future athletes.
We believe in unlocking potential from the earliest stages. This is more than sport.
We aim to inspire, uplift and bring people together, using our players, our brand and the unifying power of rugby.
KZNRU Amateur Development Programme
The programme brings rugby to young people across KwaZulu-Natal in a fun, inclusive way, through local festivals and school competitions. It builds teamwork, community pride and healthy habits, and creates real pathways to bursaries and top rugby schools.
We’re building rugby structures in schools and communities, developing players, coaches and officials. It bridges grassroots passion with elite opportunity, while decentralising and keeping standards high.
Rugby, sport, community, education, mentorship and leadership, in schools, townships and at Hollywoodbets Kings Park.
From local businesses to community organisations, these partners help us reach the people who need it most.
The Sharks Foundation is where passion meets purpose. Our partners don’t just sponsor programmes. They join a movement that:
Together, we turn the roar of the Sharks into an anthem of hope, resilience and change for South Africa.
Every contribution helps put food on tables, books in libraries and young players on the pitch. Section 18A tax certificates are issued to all donors on request.
Donate nowPut your brand behind Tries for Tummies, the Sharks Academy or a community programme. Contact tanya@thesharks.co.za or nomfundo@thesharks.co.za.
EnquireMake a direct deposit or EFT to the Foundation’s account. Use your name or company as the reference so we can thank you.
Section 18A tax certificates are issued to all donors on request. Email your proof of payment to tanya@thesharks.co.za or nomfundo@thesharks.co.za.
The Sharks Foundation NPC · Registration no. 2020/041779/08
