South Africa faces numerous challenges in its educational, economic and political spheres, placing exceptional pressure on schools, with limited support from the State. As the Old Boys Union, we believe that part of our role is to support the school and we are proud of all of our Old Boys have supported SACS for many years and grateful for all of their contributions.

Our goal as the SACS OBU is to build and foster a strong alumni network, so that we can leverage our community in order to provide opportunities for the boys and contribute financial resources for scholarships, infrastructure development and various educational initiatives. All of these initiatives will then come together to enrich the overall learning experience and strengthen the reputation of SACS, leaving a lasting legacy and impacting future generations.

As we approach the momentous occasion of our 200-year anniversary, ‘SACS 200’, is beginning to ignite the imagination of the entire SACS community. This significant milestone presents a golden opportunity to rally together and secure vital funds to ensure the continued longevity of the school.

The SACS Endowment Trust was established in 2021 with the aim of securing a bright and prosperous future for SACS. Together, we can make a significant difference and ensure that our cherished institution continues to thrive for centuries to come.

The SACS Endowment Trust has been established as an independent and professional entity to efficiently receive donations and create a sustainable long-term funding platform for the ongoing development of SACS. To find out more about the Endowment Trust or to make a donation contact Deanne Friis-Smith: sacs200@sacollege.org.za.

The SACS Ithuba Trust is an alumni-driven initiative dedicated to providing financial support to previously disadvantaged students through bursaries. The trust’s vision, encapsulated by the isiXhosa word “Ithuba,” meaning “opportunity,” revolves around making education accessible to all, regardless of their financial backgrounds.

The primary goal of the trust is to establish a sustainable platform that raises funds to enable deserving young men, who would otherwise be unable to afford it, to attend SACS. The target is to maintain a fund of R15 million, supporting approximately 40 students per year. Recognising the challenge of inequality in education, investing in the Ithuba Trust is not only supporting SACS but also making a profound investment in the future prosperity of the nation, addressing and overcoming inequality through equal access to education.

The SACS Ithuba Trust is a recognised Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) set out in terms of S30 of the Income Tax Act, and donations made to the trust are tax-deductible in the hands of donors as per S18A of the Act. Additionally, the Trust qualifies as a Level 1 B-BBEE organisation, and any corporates who make donations to the Trust will qualify for B-BBEE points towards their scorecards under the Socio-Economic Development element.

The trust aims to assist boys of all ages attending SACS, with the selection process driven by the school to ensure transparency and fairness. The trust sustains itself through various initiatives, including donations from Old Boys, parents, and friends of SACS, an annual Legacy Dinner, and support from sponsorships and events. For more information about the Ithuba Trust, interested parties can contact Deanne Friis-Smith: sacs200@sacollege.org.za, or the OBU Office: sacs_obu@sacollge.org.za.