ENSURING THE WOODRIDGE "EXPERIENCE" LIVES ON...
Great schools are built over generations.
While school fees sustain daily operations, it is the generosity of alumni, parents and friends that enables exceptional schools to grow, innovate and remain true to their founding vision.
The Woodridge Foundation exists to secure that future by investing in the people, places and programmes that make Woodridge unique. Whether you choose to support bursaries, campus development, environmental initiatives, the Tree Campaign or the Centenary Endowment Fund, your generosity will help ensure that the Woodridge experience continues to inspire generations to come.
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the tree campaign
Woodridge has witnessed first days, lifelong friendships, and generations growing into confident, compassionate adults. Join the Woodridge Tree Campaign today to adopt a tree, sponsor a grove, honour a loved one or share your story. Your gift preserves our campus, supports environmental restoration and hands-on learning, and keeps the groves that hold our memories thriving for future generations.
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BUILDING the future together
Woodridge is more than its buildings; it’s where young people find their potential, form lifelong friendships, and develop values for the future. Though rebuilt after the 2017 fire, the school needs ongoing investment to maintain, upgrade and expand facilities so current and future pupils enjoy an outstanding environment. Around the world, top independent schools depend on alumni, parents, and friends to fund projects beyond tuition. Woodridge is no different: every contribution, whatever the size, helps it grow, innovate and offer exceptional opportunities for generations to come. Together, we are building the next chapter of Woodridge.
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centenary endowment fund
As Woodridge nears its centenary in 2036, we can create a lasting benefit for every future pupil. The Centenary Endowment Fund is a permanent investment: contributions are invested, and only the income is used to provide sustainable annual funding for the school's priorities, while the capital is preserved to keep making an impact. Like many leading independent schools, Woodridge relies on the generosity of alumni, parents, and friends to build a financial foundation beyond tuition. Whatever the size, your gift helps secure Woodridge's second century. We invite Old Woodridgeans, parents, and friends to contribute to this enduring legacy.
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THE bursary fund
A Woodridge education changes lives. Each year, generous support brings talented, deserving young people into our community who might otherwise be limited by finances. A bursary is more than aid: it invests in students whose academic, leadership, sporting, cultural, and service contributions enrich the school and benefit all pupils. In return, they gain an education that builds resilience, compassion, confidence and integrity. By supporting the Woodridge Bursary Fund, you invest in future leaders and help keep a Woodridge education accessible to talent.
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Section 18A certificates are available on request for qualifying donations
ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
The Foundation is registered as a non-profit organization (NPC) in terms of the Companies Act, is a separate legal entity from the School, and has Woodridge College and Preparatory School as its sole beneficiary. It also has Public Benefits Organisation (PBO) status and as such is authorized to issue Section 18 A tax certificates to qualifying donors.
This Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors which consists of independent alumni and ex officio representatives of the Woodridge Trust and the Old Woodridgean Association.
Woodridge Preparatory School was founded in 1936, making it fitting that the fundraising target is R36 million by 2036, which will coincide with the centenary celebrations of the school.
The Board of Directors are as follows:
| Trenwyth Pledger | Andrea Puggia | Chulumanco Kate | Grant Puttergill | Loyiso Jiya | Paul Lynch |
| Class of 1995 Head of Matopos Residence Owner of Thunzi Bush Lodge |
Class of 1980 Head of Kohler Residence Chairman of the Woodridge Trust Director of PwC South Africa |
Class of 2019 Captain of Debating Team Founder & Director of The Virtual Desk |
Class of 1996 Head of Founders Residence OWA Chairman Puttergill Farming |
Class of 1986 Chairman of Bannow Africa (Pty) Ltd. |
Class of 1979 Prefect Co-owner of Standard Wool |
my difference CARD
MySchool, MyVillage, MyPlanet, and WRewards have joined forces to create one bigger and better loyalty programme: Woolworths MyDifference.
Parents, Staff, past pupils, and our broader Woodridge community are encouraged to sign up for MyDifference at no cost. You can continue to give back to the causes that matter most to you while enjoying exclusive Woolworths rewards and benefits. Woodridge College & Preparatory School is one of the causes you can support! You can select Woodridge as your main cause or include it alongside up to three other causes that are close to your heart. It is a simple way to make a positive impact.
In addition to being the easiest way to give to Woodridge (at no cost), MyDifference members also get more exclusive vouchers, more personalised promotions, and more chances to Play & Win for guaranteed prizes. All on the Woolies app!
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are you in the uk?
If you're a UK taxpayer, your donation can go 25% further through the UK Government's Gift Aid scheme, at no extra cost to you. Simply donate through the Fideliter Trust and complete the Gift Aid declaration to help maximise your impact.
The Fideliter Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales that supports Woodridge College and Preparatory School, its bursary programme and other Foundation initiatives.
Every £100 you give could become £125.
