Hear what our individual and corporate supporters have to say...
"You are producing employable South Africans and that is very significant for a charity. We will gladly support your initiatives."
- Brent Martin,
Sekunjalo Corporate Investments
"I am proud to be associated and involved with Christel House South Africa. You a doing great work "
– Adeeb Abrahams,
Albaraka Bank
"I am truly moved by the great work done by Christel DeHaan and the staff of Christel House. The children of South Africa salutes you. I promise to do my best for the children of Christel House SA"
- Hawa Bibi Khan,
MD of Merit Asset Managers
"It goes without saying that you and your colleagues are doing a magnificent job and I would like to give you inadequate recognition for your dedication and commitment. In my small and insignificant way I would like to commend you and all the teachers and support staff for your commitment, without which the schools would simply not exist. "
- Justin McCarthy,
Chief Executive, The Gate
"Wow – the children were remarkable, beautiful, full of life and energy and eager to learn. Wow – the staff was incredible, dedicated, patient, knowledgeable, effective and compassionate. Wow – the families of the children are incredible, proud, dignified, dedicated to their children and gracious hosts!"
- Judy Kleiner,
Donor
"These young people have a good and brilliant education. I recommend several of the top students that come from Christel House Venezuela to anyone."
- Mr. Miguel Martin,
Director of Adiestra,
an educational institute selected by Seguros Mercantil
"I finished my entire social service requirements at Christel House Mexico, within a year and a half, filled with stories, joys and teachings which I will remember forever. Christel House is a place that makes us feel like we live in a world not filled with deficiencies but simply with needs that we can satisfy with will and effort. "
- Alfonso Quintero Ruiz,
volunteer,
Christel House Mexico
"I am inundated with requests to sponsor charities, but after visiting Christel House, I am committed to only one – Christel House South Africa. It is by far the most deserving enterprise I've seen and my time could not be spent in a more worthwhile cause."
- Fiona Coyne,
actress and TV host
of South Africa's "Weakest Link" game show
"I want to thank you for the care and interest that you have demonstrated to many people and by the work you do at Christel House Mexico."
- Amalia Roberta Alanis Rodriquez,
mother of a student,
Christel House Mexico
"Christel House India is a wonderful experience. It is as good as visiting a place of worship. God bless all associated with Christel House."
- Mr. M.S. Zahed,
Chief Managing Director,
Hindustan Machine Tool (HMT)
"I am extremely impressed with the students of the school and look forward to visiting again to see yet more improvements. We are proud to be associated with such a fabulous school – the staff is fantastic."
- Mr. Jim Marsh,
Chief Executive Officer,
Cable & Wireless
"This school is unique to the whole of South Africa. Nowhere in the country is there another private free school."
- Willem Buhrmann,
Buhrmann & Associates
"The striking aspect about Christel House is the high level of professionalism displayed by the management team and teaching staff. As part of the Global Community Involvement Month at DELL every September, our employees have been sharing their time with the children of Christel House and they have really enjoyed the engagement with the cheerful children. I wish Christel House success in their endeavors."
- KS Narahari,
Director of Corporate Communications,
Dell International Services, 2006
"We are proud to be associated -- more importantly invovled with your charity. In fact, it's far more than a charity -- I have yet to be able to express 'it' in words that would be appropriate and accurate. It is rare to come across such a high density of motivated and skilled individuals all sharing the passion. It works!"
- Sven Thiele,
Founder and Chairman,
London-Paris Cycle Tour
"Throughout my company, people have extremely positive feelings about Christel House India, and the children: from senior management to all. Through events like Camp Royal, we have seen the joy that Christel House brings to the lives of many, and we are excited to be part of the process."
– John Spence,
Chairman,
Royal Group of Companies
"At Christel House, mediocrity is not rewarded, rather effort and acheivement are praised. They are encouraged to receive the blessing of opportunity but to also accept the responsibility of giving back. I feel encouraged by the work of Christel House South Africa is doing and I am honored to be able to support it."
- Darelyn Olsen,
Donor
