The Dis-Chem Foundation
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a vital component of Dis-Chem’s corporate ethos, and we are committed to contributing to the society in which we operate. We aim to genuinely impact communities in a meaningful and enduring way through Foundation initiated projects.
Founders Ivan and Lynette Saltzman established The Dis-Chem-Chem Foundation in 2006 to improve the lives of individuals while relieving the burden on communities, families and friends. The Foundation heads, Shereen Saltzman and Melanie Saltzman oversee the Foundation’s projects, funding, and beneficiaries and have a passionate team of Dis-Chem social workers and caregivers. The Foundation provides support in the areas of health, nutrition and education to babies, children, the elderly, abused and the homeless. It is funded through the Dis-Chem Pharmacies Benefits Programme where a percentage of turnover is donated to the Foundation.
The Dis-Chem Foundation
Underpinned by a philosophy of care and giving back to those who need it most, the Dis-Chem Foundation was founded in 2006 based on concern around the growing levels of poverty in South Africa. Many organisations rely on the Foundation to keep their doors open and have peace of mind knowing that the Foundation continues supporting them.
The Dis-Chem Foundation is a beneficiary of the Dis-Chem Groups’ Benefits Programme. Every time a Benefit member swipes their Dis-Chem or Dis-Chem Baby City Benefit card at both Dis-Chem and Baby City stores, when redeemed, a percentage of the eligible purchase value is then donated to the Dis-Chem Foundation to help supplement the funds.