"We should all follow his example and personally commit to doing something constructive to help reach his great vision for our great country."

Andrew Rattray speaking at his father's funeral on 1st Februrary 2007.

The Purpose of the David Rattray Foundation:-

To further the cause of reconciliation between the peoples of South Africa by promoting discussion through historical and political lectures, nationally and internationally, and to raise funds through these and by any other appropriate means, for locally-based upliftment projects specifically in the areas of education and health in Northern KwaZulu Natal.

Some of the funds already raised have, with the agreement of the donors, helped to cover the extraordinary costs associated with the celebration of David's life.

The balance and any future donations and membership fees will be used to continue the work of the Rorke's Drift Education Fund and the Isandlwana Education Appeal Trust, which will now fall under the auspices of the foundation, and to broaden their reach to more schools in the area.

A portrait of David was commissioned to mark the launch of the David Rattray Foundation which will administer these funds in a Section 21 Company under the stewardship of a Board of Directors.

Contributions in South Africa may be made into the following account:-

Bank:    Standard Bank            Account Name: The David Rattray Foundation 

Branch: Ladysmith                    Branch Code:   057725

Account Number: 060 148 330           

For contributors outside South Africa, you may click below to make a credit card donation online, either through PayPal (click "Donate") or through JustGiving:- 

                            

or you can click here to download a form in PDF format and send in your donation.