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Who we are
Who we are

The Kaross Foundation NPC

In fulfilling a long-term objective of both Groep 91 Uitvoer (Pty) Ltd and Karosswerkers (Pty) Ltd,
The Kaross Foundation NPC* was established.

Our vision is to create a prosperous and sustainable social and economic future.

*CIPC registration no: 2009/009825/08; PBO registration no: 930063597; NPO
registration no: 245 218

Our vision

To create a prosperous and sustainable social and economic future.

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Our Mission

To identify, fund and manage programmes, through active citizenship, that will lead to the sustainable improvement of the education sector of the communities where we work.

To have a holistic approach to the educational journey of a child from Early Childhood Development, through Primary School until Secondary School.

Our values

We are a value-driven organisation. Our work is guided by six core values: 

  1. Focus – A dedicated approach in education
  2. Active citizenship – Taking responsibility and action
  3. Community – An integrated approach
  4. Transparency – Committing to transparency
  5. Integrity – Upholding consistency and honesty in all we do
  6. Authenticity – it’s always about real work and real impact. 

Board of directors

Jan-Louis Pretorius

Director of Groep 91 Uitvoer (Pty) Ltd

Janine Pretorius

Director of Karosswerkers (Pty) Ltd

Yasmeen Bhamjee

Independent attorney

Obert Machimana

Independent businessman, former principal

Emily Hendricks

Manager at Waitrose Foundation

Funding partners

Implementing partners

Friends of the foundation