As we look back on the Badisa Trio Bridgerton Charity Ball, our hearts are filled with gratitude. Thank you to every guest who attended, every bidder who raised their paddle, and every person who supported our fundraising efforts. Together, you made a meaningful difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring this special evening to life:
• Nadine Blom, our wonderful MC, for guiding the evening with such warmth, professionalism and passion.
• Eensgezind Function Venue for opening your beautiful venue to us, for your outstanding assistance before and throughout the evening, and for the delicious food that made our guests feel so welcome.
• Tjaart Steyn, our auctioneer, for bringing energy, enthusiasm and generosity to the evening’s fundraising auction.
• Mari-Lize Bothma Fotografie Bothma Fotografie for beautifully capturing memories that we will treasure for years to come.
• BEATS by Pierre for creating the perfect atmosphere throughout the evening.

A sincere thank you to everyone who generously sponsored prizes, auction items and gifts, helping make the evening even more memorable:
The Hussar Grill Durbanville, Darling Cellars, Liz Steenkamp, Deon Smit, Neil van Rensburg, SA Rugby, PrintQ, Mr K, Rian de Jager, Cara de Jager, Tinkie de Kock, Elize de Kock, Pieter Zaayman, Kim Black, Alta du Toit Centre, Paint And Pretzels, Merlee Banies, Bianca Wessels, Astrolita Smith and NZ Creative Marketing.
It was wonderful to celebrate alongside so many members of the Badisa family, including Badisa CEO Basie van Wyk and the Badisa Head Office team, the Badisa Trio staff and Social Services Managers, Shannon Usher and Maritha Ellis, as well as colleagues from Alta du Toit Centre, Huis Aristea and Huis Martina.
Thank you as well to our valued partners and honoured guests, including Tsebo Solutions Group, VDMV Property Group, Lanser Civils, Nicole Harris Attorneys and Childrens Commissioner WC, Sarah Roberts.

Because of your generosity, Badisa Trio can continue strengthening families, protecting children, and bringing hope to our communities.  From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of such a memorable evening. We couldn’t have done it without you. See you next year!

📸 Photos by Mari-Lize Bothma Fotografie, Click here to view the albums: Album 1 & Album 2

Whether you joined us on the night or couldn’t attend, we invite you to experience a glimpse of this special evening. Enjoy the recap! Click here.