At GroWorth Trust, our dedicated team of trustees consists of highly specialized professionals who commit their free time to advancing GroWorth’s global objectives. Each trustee brings a wealth of expertise in critical areas, ensuring the effective governance and strategic direction of our organization.

Expertise and Capabilities

Our trustees possess diverse skills and experience in the following domains:

• Organization Management and Administration: Streamlining operations and ensuring efficient organizational workflows.
• Future-Proofing Technology: Implementing innovative technologies that anticipate and adapt to future challenges.
• Software Development: Creating robust software solutions to support our initiatives and services.
• Data Platform Development: Building scalable data platforms to manage and leverage information effectively.
• Data Integration and Advanced Analytics: Integrating diverse data sources and utilizing advanced analytics to drive informed decision-making.

Community-Centric Leadership

Beyond their professional expertise, our trustees are active community members who are deeply committed to fostering sustainable and independent supply chains. They recognize the importance of structuring resources to ensure that communities have access to the necessary tools and frameworks to support all legal methods of trade. This community-driven approach enables us to:

• Empower Local Economies: Providing the infrastructure and resources needed for communities to thrive independently.
• Support Sustainable Trade Practices: Ensuring that all trading activities adhere to legal standards and promote long-term sustainability.
• Foster Collaborative Networks: Building strong, community-enabled supply chains that enhance resource accessibility and distribution.

Commitment to GroWorth’s Mission

Our trustees are united by a shared vision of creating resilient and empowered communities worldwide. Their combined expertise and active community involvement drive GroWorth Trust’s mission forward, enabling us to deliver impactful solutions and support systems that foster economic growth and community development.

Sustaining Our Mission Through Private and Public Funding

As a Public Benefit Organization (PBO), GroWorth Trust relies on both private and public funding to sustain our mission of empowering communities and supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) globally.

Our Strategic Partnership with Modernising Management (Pty) Ltd

GroWorth Trust and our strategic partner, Modernising Management (Pty) Ltd, and their partners have collaboratively developed the Linkedio service. This innovative platform is designed to enhance community economies and streamline SME operations through advanced technology solutions.

Funding Opportunities for Corporations

Corporations interested in supporting our mission can contribute by utilizing the Linkedio service through Modernising Management (Pty) Ltd.

• How It Works:
  • Utilization Fee: Corporations above ZAR 100 000 000 pay a nominal fee to use the Linkedio service.

Roles and Responsibilities

GroWorth Trust

• Mission Focus: GroWorth Trust is dedicated to community empowerment and SME support through innovative technology solutions.
• Financial Stewardship: All donations and funding received are reinvested into community movements, employment opportunities, support systems, and improvement programs.

Modernising Management (Pty) Ltd

• Service Maintenance: Responsible for maintaining the quality of the Linkedio platform, including source quality, integration quality, automation quality, and service quality.
• Global Network: Provides a global technology partnership network, enabling GroWorth Trust to rapidly expand our customer integration base.
• Outsourced Services: Offers essential services to GroWorth Trust until we achieve consistent funding to employ permanent resources.

Governance and Transition to Community Leadership

Initially governed by GroWorth Trust's Board of Trustees, Linkedio will transition control to a Community Board elected through an integrated voting system. This system ensures representation from both local and global communities, aligning Linkedio’s governance with the needs and aspirations of those it serves.

Compliance and Transparency

GroWorth Trust is committed to maintaining transparency and compliance with all relevant South African regulations governing Public Benefit Organizations. Donations and funding received through the utilization of the service are used exclusively for approved public benefit activities, as outlined in our registration with the South African Revenue Service (SARS).

Legal and Regulatory Considerations

• Section 18A Compliance: Donations made via the utilization of the service through Modernising Management (Pty) Ltd comply with Section 18A of the Income Tax Act, ensuring tax-deductible benefits for donors.
• Separate Legal Entities: GroWorth Trust and Modernising Management (Pty) Ltd are separate legal entities, each maintaining distinct roles and responsibilities to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Data Protection: All donor and user data is handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), ensuring privacy and security.