Funding The Egoli Heritage Foundation

The Egoli Heritage Foundation is a small non-profit organisation that actively lobbies for the protection, conservation and promotion of Johannesburg's manmade heritage. We are constituted of a small group of volunteers representing activists from various disciplines and backgrounds. Our main purpose is to ensure that Joburg's rich architectural and cultural heritage is recognised and protected in terms of the provisions of the National Heritage Resources Act (NHRA).

We believe that the greatest obstacle to realising the objectives of the NHRA is low public awareness and commitment. To this end we are looking for a corporate social investment partner from among the advertising and creative agencies based in the city (of course, we won't say no to Cape Town) who share our passion for all things Jozi. Be it Vilakazi Street, Park Station, Baker, Ansteys or Ponte you can help make people think twice.

What we offer
We offer you an opportunity to conceptualise and execute in partnership with the EHF a social activism campaign that is rarely featured in public debate - until of course there is a crisis (remember the collapse of the Orlando Power Station?). When it comes to heritage we are mavericks with access and insight to blow-away places. If nothing else we promise your creatives will have fun. Lots. We can also offer co-branding rights on all material produced and will work with you to maximise publicity for your endeavours. Our partners at The Heritage Portal have access to 1,000+ members many of whom are senior executives within corporate SA (old money likes old things. Wink wink), so you can reach a niche group of South Africans with your services.

We will give you all the recognition and support you may need. You might even be awarded with a Blue Plaque (or a Loerie). Once the core concepts, messages and collateral are in place we will use our volunteers and partners (including the Heritage Portal) to run with things - and of course you're welcome to hang-around.

What we need
Your brief is to take us from Mother Grundy to the next big thing in social activism. We need your support and assistance with conceptualising and executing communication campaigns to take our message to the citizens of Joburg and surrounds. Our need includes:
• Integrated communication strategy and campaign
• Dedicated website
• Outdoor advertising
• Social media campaign including viral video campaigns
• Print campaign
• School programme

Hell, we'll even do bumper stickers, flash mobs and golf balls.

The catch
While we are high on passion and commitment, we are low on funds. By low, we mean, this is zero... While this may place us in a precarious position we also need to ensure that we act with integrity.

Your city needs you. So go on, give a little.