On 14 November 2025, something extraordinary happened. The Donkey Derby, our very first fundraising event for the Sadie & Jesse DOCK8 Foundation, became far more than an evening out. It was truly a reminder of what community looks like when it shows up!
With 143 people in attendance, tables sold out, races sponsored, and not a single seat going unused by the time the night began, and a night we will never forget.
Held at the East Rand Speedboat Club, a “home” to the Krause family, the Donkey Derby showed us just how deeply Sadie & Jesse are held by the people around them. Family, lifelong friends, colleagues, neighbours, school friends, and local businesses all came together, many helping behind the scenes for weeks beforehand, others stepping in at the last minute, all giving what they could.
This event would not have been possible without an extraordinary group of people.
Thank you to:
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All guests who bought a ticket, filled a seat, and stayed to the very end
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The friends who rallied tables and brought others along
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Our race sponsors who helped push the impact even further
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The volunteers and organisers who carried this event with heart, humour, and dedication
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Everyone who donated, shared, encouraged, and believed
Because of you, we were able to make a significant and meaningful impact, not only in funds raised, but in momentum, belief, and hope.
The Donkey Derby marked the beginning of this fundraising journey. It set the tone for what is possible when people come together with a shared purpose and open hearts. While there is still a long road ahead for Sadie & Jesse, this night reminded us that they do not walk it alone.
We carry the energy of that evening forward! We are so grateful, humbled, and deeply encouraged.
From the bottom of our hearts: thank you for showing up, for standing with us, and for helping turn compassion into action. 💛
