Asambo’s Annual Blood Drive: The Lifesaving Side of Giving Back - 25 July

Asambo Giving Back is calling on the good people of Potchefstroom to roll up their sleeves, literally. On 25 July 2025, the non-profit is hosting one of its annual blood drives, and it’s all happening at 18 Goetz Street, right in the heart of town.

The Why: Blood, Sweat and... Just Blood Actually

South Africa’s blood supply is a bit like a group chat, if no one contributes, nothing happens. Donating blood is a small act with big consequences. A single unit of blood can save up to three lives, since it's separated into red blood cells, plasma and platelets. So even if you’re squeamish at the sight of a paper cut, rest assured your donation could keep someone alive on the operating table, or help someone with a chronic illness carry on with life.

The When and Where

• Date: 25 July 2025

• Venue: 18 Goetz Street, Potchefstroom

• Time: (not specified, but maybe don’t show up after sunset just in case)

Who’s Behind It?

Asambo Giving Back might sound like a newbie NPO, but it's been around since 2017, and operating informally for even longer. The organisation is an offshoot of the ASAMBO Group of Companies, created to give back to the communities that have supported the business over the years. Their mantra? "If you wait until you can do everything for everyone, instead of something for someone, you’ll end up doing nothing for no-one." Wise words. And very on-brand.

Over time, they’ve raised funds for charities and lent a hand to whoever needed it, big or small, without the bells and whistles.

How to Get in Touch

Got questions? Want to volunteer? Or maybe you just want to say hi? Here's how you can find them:

• Website: www.asambogivingback.co.za

• Facebook: facebook.com/ASAMBOgivingback

• Phone: 018-297-7285

• Email: asambo.givingback@gmail.com

Show up, donate, and walk away knowing you’ve made a difference. There’s no music festival or food truck convoy here. It’s just people showing up for people, which is kind of refreshing, actually.

So mark your calendar, Potch. Asambo Giving Back will be waiting, cool drink and cookie in hand.