Programs & Services

Every program is designed to unlock potential, restore hope and create real opportunity.

Learner Support Programs

One-on-one mentorship, tutoring and study guidance built around each learner's needs.

Educational Assistance

School supplies, uniforms, learning resources and bursary navigation support.

Community Outreach

Drives, awareness campaigns and partnerships that meet families where they are.

Youth Development

Leadership, life-skills and confidence-building workshops for young people.

Academic Support

Extra lessons, holiday programs and exam preparation to boost academic outcomes.

Family & Care Support

Walking with families to remove barriers that keep learners from succeeding.

Educational Assistance

Moments from our learner support drives

From hygiene & study packs at Boiteko Special School to our International Boy Child Day engagement — here's the foundation walking alongside learners with the resources they need to thrive.

Learners receiving educational hampers from DJ Short Foundation at Boiteko School
Group photo of learners and staff at the Boiteko School handover
International Boy Child Day event hosted with DJ Short Foundation
Learners proudly displaying their educational care packs
DJ Short Foundation team at the educational outreach event
School Uniform Drive

Free school uniforms at Nyaya Boswa & Hlanganani Primary

Friday, 22 May 2026 — DJ Short Foundation visited Nyaya Boswa Primary School and Hlanganani Primary School to hand over free school uniforms and shoes to learners, ensuring they can attend school with dignity, warmth and pride.

Learner receiving a free school uniform and shoes at Nyaya Boswa Primary School
Young learners receiving uniforms and Smart Steps shoes at Hlanganani Primary School
DJ Short Foundation team handing over uniform and shoes to a learner
DJ Short Foundation founders with a community elder at the uniform handover
Volunteers assisting a learner to try on the new school uniform
Foundation team preparing uniforms and shoes for distribution
Sorting school shoes and uniforms ahead of the handover to learners
Parents & Guardians

Parents receiving school uniforms for their children

Where learners couldn't attend the handover, our team delivered uniforms and shoes directly to their homes — making sure every parent and guardian received what their child needs to go back to school with confidence.

A parent receiving a school uniform and shoes for her child from DJ Short Foundation
DJ Short Foundation delivering uniform and shoes to a father at his home
A grandmother receiving school uniform and Smart Steps shoes for her grandchild
Community Support

Community Support Initiatives

Outreach events and partnerships that strengthen families and uplift our communities.

Community Support

Nelson Mandela Day Celebration

18 July 2026Khutsong South Ext 5

The DJ Short Foundation remains committed to uplifting and supporting the community through targeted educational and social support programs.

On Saturday, 18 July 2026, the Foundation implemented a Nelson Mandela Day community initiative in Khutsong South Ext 5. More than 150 elderly people attended the program and received blankets and meals.

DJ Short Foundation team and elderly community members with donated blankets
Foundation representatives addressing guests at the Nelson Mandela Day celebration
An elderly community member receiving support during the Nelson Mandela Day event
Elderly guests displaying blankets received at the community initiative
Community members gathered beneath the marquee in Khutsong South Ext 5
Elderly guests enjoying meals during the Nelson Mandela Day celebration
Learner Inclusion

Boiteko Special School Casual Day / Fun Walk

4 September 2026

The DJ Short Foundation joined learners with disabilities for Casual Day and supported the event by providing the sound system.

Learners and supporters gathering for Casual Day at Boiteko Special School
Learners with disabilities celebrating with balloons at Boiteko Special School
DJ Short Foundation sound system and event backdrop at Boiteko Special School
Casual Day participants beginning the community fun walk
Learners in wheelchairs taking part in the Boiteko Special School fun walk
Learners, families and community members attending the Casual Day program
Learners and supporters moving together during the fun walk
The Boiteko Special School fun walk moving through the community
What’s Next

Upcoming Programs

24 December 2026

DJ Short Birthday Celebration – Fundraising Event

A music festival and fundraising event supporting the Foundation’s community initiatives.

January 2027

Back to School Campaign

School uniform rollout to disadvantaged learners.