The Gen-E Foundation
A registered non-profit organisation, established to unlock the potential of talented, under-resourced young people in rural South Africa, particularly in communities adjacent to renewable energy infrastructure.
Who we are
The Gen-E Foundation invests in achieving positive outcomes for young people in rural communities close to renewable energy projects.
We focus on education, professional sports development and essential skills programmes, unlocking opportunities for future generations to thrive. We design and operate high-impact educational, athletic, skills development and nutrition-focused programmes, and we run them ourselves rather than writing cheques and hoping.
Our programmes
We have identified five key initiatives that offer real, measurable outcomes. Together they form one pathway: find the talent, place it in a good school, build the academy, prepare the athlete for life after sport, keep them fed, and fund the whole thing sustainably.
Creating educational pathways for tomorrow's leaders
Providing bursaries to talented young athletes for a top-tier education.
Building excellence in rugby and beyond
Establishing and building a state-of-the-art rugby training institute.
Preparing athletes for life beyond the game
Equipping young people with career-building skills for life beyond rugby.
Fuelling dreams with health and nutrition
Promoting healthy nutrition through personalised food programmes.
Built to last
Ensuring long-term success through financial and operational stability.
Our history
The Gen-E story is a road trip, inspired by the dusty backroads of South Africa's agricultural and farming communities. It starts more than ten years ago, and it literally follows Demetri Pappadopoulos in his jeep across the Eastern Cape.
We strive to shape positive futures by integrating trust, respect and innovation into everything we do.
Impact in action
Our programmes are in a constant state of development so that they attain their most effective results. We maintain ongoing measurement and reporting to provide vital feedback to sponsors and investors.
Our ultimate goal is to develop highly skilled and financially independent young adults, playing meaningful roles in their communities and actively contributing to society in general.
Gen-E is a registered PBO and can issue a Section 18A tax certificate for your contribution, if required.
