The Dr. CL Smith Foundation aims to create and drive positive social change in previously disadvantaged and excluded areas in South Africa through Education, Sport and Health. They believe that these areas of focus support the objectives as outlined in the National Development Plan 2030 and are vital to the holistic development of young people, fostering their mental, physical, social and emotional health.

Their mission at the Foundation is to create more opportunities for more youth and women to be successful.

 

Education
Their mission is to create learning environments where educators can engage, motivate and inspire learners; where principals have a access to a community that promotes effective leadership and management in schools. The ultimate goal would be to improve learner performance and pass rates at all levels of basic education, thus increasing the numbers of high-caliber university graduates and ultimately the development of professionals that are able to participate in growing the economy.

​Sport
Competing at the highest level in any sport is an expensive business. Travel, equipment, training, coaching and physiotherapy – the costs soon add up. It is their hope that with the generous support of donors and partner organizations that the Dr. CL Smith Foundation will provide as much support as possible to help talented athletes reach their full potential.

“Achievement is talent plus preparation” - Malcolm Gladwell

​Health
The Foundation is currently devising a strategy and action plan on how we are best able to make a meaningful contribution to this key sector.