ZANTE LEIGH FOUNDATION

 

In loving memory of Zante Leigh Soorajlal

Sunrise- 10 Sep 2008/Sunset- 06 Oct 2008

Though your time with us was brief,
your impact lives on through every girl we uplift,
every smile we restore,
and every life we touch.

Zante Leigh Foundation

“No girl should have to miss school because of her period. No child should be denied opportunity because of where they’re born.”

— Ricolene Jackson, Founder

💛 Zante Leigh Foundation – Business Plan

1. Executive Summary

The Zante Leigh Foundation is a purpose-driven initiative founded by Ricolene, co-founder of Zobandz. The foundation’s goal is to restore dignity through access to hygiene essentials and to empower young people through education, micro-entrepreneurship, and community care — starting in underserved communities across South Africa.

2. Mission Statement

To provide essential hygiene care, economic opportunities, and education to under-resourced youth and families — uplifting lives with compassion, empowerment, and purpose.

3. Vision

A world where no girl has to miss school due to lack of sanitary products, and every young person has the opportunity to thrive, give back, and lead change.

4. Core Pillars

  1. Hygiene with Dignity
    → Distribute reusable and disposable sanitary kits to girls in rural schools and communities.
  2. Community Engagement
    → Partner with local schools and clinics to deliver consistent outreach.
    → Offer volunteering opportunities for youth to “give back” locally.

5. Target Beneficiaries

  • Girls aged 10–18 in rural South African communities
  • Unemployed youth aged 16–24
  • Single mom with no child support
  • Single dads with no child support
  • Low-income families in townships and informal settlements

6. Initial Goals (First 12 Months)

  • Distribute 1,000+ sanitary kits in 3 provinces
  • Build 5 key school or community center partnerships
  • Launch digital presence (website, donation portal, and socials)

7. Revenue & Funding Strategy

  • Portion of Zobandz product sales donated directly
  • Crowdfunding campaigns with video storytelling
  • Corporate sponsorships and school partnerships
  • Apply for impact grants (local & global NGOs, CSR funds)
  • Launch “Sponsor a Girl” initiative for recurring donors

8. Marketing & Awareness

  • Collaborate with Zobandz influencers and mum bloggers
  • Launch awareness campaigns during Women’s Month & back-to-school
  • Share real impact stories (before/after photos, testimonials)
  • Create short documentaries on rep success & hygiene outreach

9. Operations & Logistics

  • Identify on-ground coordinators in each target community
  • Partner with local NGOs or churches for safe kit distribution
  • Use rep network for delivery and education efforts
  • Keep inventory lean with batch distributions every quarter

10. Team Structure

  • Founder/Director: Ricolene
  • Program Manager (Gita Soorajlal)
  • Youth Coordinator / Rep Mentor
  • Admin & Social Media Support (Zobandz)
  • Volunteers & local champions

11. Measuring Success (KPIs)

  • of hygiene kits distributed
  • of youth trained & income generated
  • School attendance improvements among girls
  • Testimonials & impact stories collected
  • Engagement on digital campaigns

12. Long-Term Vision

By year 3, the Zante Leigh Foundation aims to:

  • Expand to 6 provinces
  • Launch a mobile hygiene education unit
  • Introduce scholarships or microgrants for young female entrepreneurs
  • Become a recognized force in girls' health advocacy across Southern Africa