The NLC relies on funds from the proceeds of the National Lottery. The Lotteries Act guides the way in which NLC funding may be allocated. The intention of NLC funding is to make a difference to the lives of all South Africans, especially those more vulnerable and to improve the sustainability of the beneficiary organisations. Available funds are distributed to registered and qualifying non-profit organisations in the fields of charities; arts, culture and national heritage; and sport and recreation. By placing its emphasis on areas of greatest need and potential, the NLC contributes to South Africa’s development.

Visit the National Lotteries Commission website to find out about other organisations funded by the NLC >

The Izindlovu Fund run by Ben van Hool and Helen van Hulle from Belgium, has been a firm supporter of HERD from the beginning.

Collectively, as a couple, they gathered friends and family to donate 73 hearts to our 1000 Hearts campaign which we launched in 2019 to raise funding to build the orphanage. It was during that time they decided to launch Izindlovu Fund and took the bold and supportive step of naming a nursery at HERD.

They continually look for ways to help HERD and other respected conservation organisations. Their online shop is another avenue that helps raise funds to contribute towards these causes, of which 100% of profits are donated to their selected organisations, including HERD.

You can find out more here >

The Amarula Trust aims to safeguard the African elephant so that we can keep meeting them under the Marula trees, year after year. Sustainable environmental and educational projects are key to the preservation of our precious heritage.

Amarula is a locally made product of South Africa, using the elephants’ favourite little fruit, the marula. There is just one place on earth where the Marula trees grow – across Africa’s subequatorial plains. And there is just one time of year when the Marula trees bear their exotic fruit – at the height of our beautiful summer.

The Perfect World Foundation is a non-governmental organisation that raises awareness and supports efforts to prevent the global ecological crisis.

Jabulani is a unique and soulful safari experience–and the place where the story of HERD began.

Each night you stay at Jabulani, a contribution of R1000 goes towards the care of the elephants at HERD.

Set within a Big Five private game reserve in the Greater Kruger Park of South Africa, Jabulani’s six suites, Villa Somopane and exclusive Zindoga Villa ensure a soulful, personalised, and intimate stay. Jabulani is not your usual safari lodge.

A proud member of Relais & Châteaux, our lodge is a special marriage of conservation and exceptional hospitality, a place to view magnificent wildlife, rest deeply, wine, and dine under open skies, enjoy sundowners with elephants, and soulfully reconnect with nature and yourself. Each spacious suite is discrete, luxurious, and complimented by both a private deck and plunge pool.

The lodge was originally built to sustain the Jabulani herd, who today, have become renowned for their unique acceptance of wild orphaned elephants-a story that has inspired the world.

Guests have the opportunity to learn about the elephant herd, spend time with the passionate elephant carers and hear their insightful stories about their life journeys with these precious animals, as well as watch the elephants during their midday swims or while they forage with their carers in the wilderness.

Jabulani is a soulful safari experience that you will stay with you forever

You can book your stay at Jabulani here: or contact: res@jabulanisafari.com

A massive thank you to NTT TOYOTA HOEDSPRUIT for donating 50% of the costs for the Nkosi Superbars each month. Nkosi Superbars are handed out three times a week to children in Grade R at Jameyana Primary School.

Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently. They curate sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximise the benefits to the local people and place.

Kind Traveler enables travellers to make a positive community and environmental impact in the destinations they visit. You can positively impact the communities you visit with vetted charities, like HERD in South Africa, in every destination on Kind Traveler.