The PM Group Foundation NPC

Educating, mentoring and developing South Africa's next generation of leaders.

A non-profit company creating up to 1,000 educational and career opportunities for South African youth every year, through a holistic programme that goes well beyond tuition.

Formerly registered as Let's Build Our Country Fund NPC (LBOC Fund), founded by Penny Mpanza.
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The mission

Closing the skills gap, one student at a time.

Education and skills development are pivotal to South Africa's economy. The Foundation exists to address inequality by funding students at high-level institutions and supporting them well past tuition.

1,000
Students supported per year (target)
250
Full bursaries offered in an early cohort
60%
Minimum matric pass to qualify
24hr
Student support line
The Holistic Learner Development Programme

More than tuition — a full support system.

Bursaries are holistic packages covering fees, books, food and accommodation, built around four areas of care.

Accommodation & essentials

Student housing, food and toiletry hampers for those who need it.

Tuition & resources

Full tuition funding and educational resources at high-level institutions.

Leadership & life skills

Leadership training and life skills orientation alongside academics.

Mentorship & support

Ongoing mentorship and a 24-hour student support line.

Objectives

What the Foundation is working toward.

01

Educating a minimum of 1,000 students per year.

02

Capacity building through skills development and educational resources.

03

Providing tuition funding for students enrolled or enrolling at high-learning institutions, prioritising health and human sciences, music and design.

04

Assisting graduates into employment through strategic partnerships.

05

Uniting South Africans around educating the country's youth.

"Beneficiaries are expected to give back once employed — Ubuntu in practice, sustaining support for the next student."
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