Gala

Thank you to our incredible supporters for making our gala such a success and for raising over $400,000. We couldn't do it without you.

A big thank you also to-

Investec USA and David Rappaport (CEO) for being our lead sponsor for over a decade.
The Sharks and Marco Masotti for their sponsorship.
Our special guest, Tendai Mtawarira "Beast".
Fisher Stevens for being such a great host (and for his special and surprise performance).
David Rappaport, Robin Walker, Martin Sola, Elizabeth Loyacano and Michael Givens for your stellar performances.
Harry Santa-Olalla for being such an exceptional auctioneer once again.
VClub for donating such fabulous Vergelegen wines
Mark Jessamy for donating his time to do the photography on the night, and
our auction item donors.

So excited about the difference we will be making to so many orphaned and vulnerable children in South Africa this year and the additional school to be funded.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Starfish Do?

Starfish helps orphans and vulnerable children in South Africa by providing Healthcare, Education and Nutrition. Starfish also has a fleet of Wellness Wagons (mobile clinics) that bring medical care to the remotest areas where there are little to no medical facilities available.

Is My Deduction Tax Deductible?

Starfish Greathearts Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 charity and is tax-exempt. EIN Number: 20-3622548.

Can I trust that my donation will be used correctly?

Starfish has earned the highest seal of transparency with Guidestar / Candid

Starfish has a 95/100 rating with Charity Navigator.

Our board contributes annually towards our administrative costs and our corporate sponsors contribute towards the cost of the gala so that your donation can go straight to South Africa.