our community

We’re planning to make an even bigger difference – not just to education, but to our planet, too. With your help, we can do it.

As part of our Good business journey, Woolworths is committed to making a difference to social development in South Africa. We’ve contributed more than R97 776 400 to MySchool on behalf of our customers.

Now we’re expanding this incredibly successful initiative to two new projects: MyVillage and MyPlanet, which support selected charities and environmental organisations - such as the Amy Biehl Foundation, South African National Council for the Blind, I Care, the National Horse Trust and The Wildlife Foundation, among others. These new initiatives will allow us to make contributions on your behalf not only to your school of choice, but also to other social causes (MyVillage) and environmental projects (MyPlanet).

MyVillage, MyPlanet beneficiaries

Want to support a charity, animals or the environment?

It is possible to support these through the MyVillage MyPlanet programme.
The MyVillage MyPlanet programme was launched as an extension of the MySchool programme, to provide community minded individuals the opportunity to support a worthy cause without having a prior relationship with a school. If you don't have children, or your children have already left school, and you wish to continue supporting a worthy cause with every swipe of your MySchool card, then this option is perfect for you.

What is a Village and a Planet?

We classify Villages as organisations that provide upliftment to communities and individuals in various ways other than the educational school environment. They actively seek to improve the lives of our fellow men, women and children.

Our top Villages include SOS Children's Villages, I Care, World Vision, Childline, CHOC, SA Council for the Blind, Reach for a Dream, The Starfish Foundation, NOAH, National Hospice, Sunflower Fund, Children's Hospital Trust (Red Cross), NSRI (National Sea Rescue Institute), SAGA (Guide Dog Association), Habitat for Humanity and the Amy Biehl Foundation.  

We classify Planets as organisations that focus on the improvement and protection of the environment and animals.

Our top Planets include SANCCOB, The Society for Animals in Distress, Endangered Wildlife Trust, Wilderness Leadership School and BirdLife.  

Visit www.myvillagemyplanet.co.za for a comprehensive list of Villages and Planets or to read more.

How can I support these causes and charities?

1) Link your current Woolworths Card  to MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet by calling 0860 100 445

2) If you don't have a MySchool card yet, simply apply for your card now and select your favourite beneficiary. Once you start swiping your card the charity of your choice will start receiving funds.

Apply on-line for a MyVillage MyPlanet card now. 

3) If you already have a MySchool card, but would like to change your beneficiary, simply call our Client Service Centre (0860 100 445) - there is no need to get a new card!