"Relaunching Instinct in my hometown where I started it and incorporating revenue from every sale to empower underprivileged students is a dream come true. Business can solve big social problems but if I can just help with one small problem, the life trajectory of a student, then my mission will be fulfilled."
Success Stories
"Everyone is perfect for their purpose"
Success Stories
Achieving Greatness
Our slogan "going the distance" is not just something nice to say. We walk a long road with people and passionately believe that everyone is perfect for their purpose, that human potential is unlimited, that with the right support all youth can flourish...and we are thrilled when we see young people walking in that purpose and vision.
Danielle Paulsen
Expansion, Growth and Development are three words that define Danielle’s life. And one of her biggest accomplishments has been her growth at work.
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Danica Le Fleur
Danica joined our organisation in 2016 as a volunteer with a passion for kids, and no nonprofit or youth development experience.
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Jody Louw
Jody is a vision-driven young man who first joined our programmes 7 years ago, and was one of our first students to matriculate in 2019.
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Marcheleno Anthony
“Marcheleno is one of the most influential teenagers I’ve ever come across. Being in the presence of this young man has taught me that you should never allow your circumstances to hinder your progress.”
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Faieq Samodien
Faieq represents the fullness of the 9Miles journey - 10 years of commitment towards seeing youth achieve economic independence and become agents of change through sport.
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More About 9Miles
We create friendly programmes, understanding that changing a child’s life involves uplifting their family and community. Our holistic approach brings positive impact at every level.
Shaun Tomson
Founder of Instinct
"In the words of Nelson Mandela - May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears. 9Miles has gone above and beyond the distance to provide the children in their care with hope and inspiration so that the choices they make are different to the circumstances they currently live in."
"I want to give a shout-out to the 9Miles Project team. My friends and I had a surf lesson on Saturday morning. My friends enjoyed themselves and want to have another lesson because it was so much fun. I was impressed by the professionalism of the team and the affordability. Feel free to reach out to 9Miles Project if you want to join their surf club every second Saturday or you can arrange for you and your friends/family to do it together.
Well done guys for going the distance!"
"I've worked with many organisations over the years and personally, my experience is that 9Miles Project is one of the most professional, world-class, holistic NGOs that I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with."
"I have not encountered a charity that can do so much with so little, and with so much energy, no nonsense, kindness and authenticity"
"Really was amazing to see the respect and the confidence that the Project children exude... I have no doubt that these young lives will grow to be real role models and pillars of strength in their respective communities... Well done 9Miles Project for providing the platform for these young people to rise above their circumstances... And even more well done to the children of the Project for their willingness to become all that they believe themselves to be... Bravo Zulu to you all!"
“Nigel Savel is one of the most inspirational people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He sees the very best in people and is therefore always extremely encouraging and motivating. Every interaction he has with people, regardless of who they are, leaves them inspired and uplifted. It is his absolute gift! I work with Gr 7 learners from under-resourced schools and Nigel has come to speak to them about their purpose. I can see a visible change in the kids after his talks as it hits home to them that they are here for a reason, that they are loved and that they add value. He really gets them to believe that regardless of their circumstance, there is hope.”
"9Miles Project is doing life changing work that is vital to the future of not only the youth involved but also South Africa as a whole. Thank you to the whole team for doing everything that you do."
"Just to know where to give responsibly is a really key thing for me... to know a guy like Nigel is actually doing the work in a community where he lives just down the road...it's just so inspiring for one, but secondly, you know where your donations are going and that for me is key. There's a lot of things happening out in the world and South Africa, and you you don't quite know where your stuff goes...but here you are reassured that 9Miles is giving to the people who really need it most."
