Arthur Piercy Benevolent Fund

11/07/2026

THE FIRST AUCTION IS NOW LIVE AND THE FIRST BID IS IN... https://apbf.crgsa.co.za/api/share/auction/a39d23e0-7e51-48c6-891a-e2da4761e549

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

🔥 FIRST EVER ONLINE AUCTION – ARTHUR PIERCY BENEVOLENT FUND 🔥
Our first online auction launches 11 July 2024 at midnight and closes 18 July 2024 at midnight — a trial run for all future collector auctions still to come.
We’re opening with a standout aviation collectible:
🛩️ 2 Squadron Zippo Lighter – “Cheetah” Edition Donated by Schalk van Heerden and the artwork done by Ryno Cilliers.
Starting Bid: R750 Minimum Increment: R50
A rare piece of South African aviation history for collectors and supporters alike.
All proceeds go directly to Arthur.
Be part of the launch, place your bid, and help us build the future of the Fund.
Bid once opened: https://apbf.crgsa.co.za/auction?tab=auction&item=a39d23e0-7e51-48c6-891a-e2da4761e549

17/06/2026

The fighter community continues to stand strong, and FighterMeet 2026 is another moment that brings everyone together. We’re sharing the official announcement here for all who’ve walked this journey with Arthur and the broader fighter family. The good news is that he will be there as a Guest of Honour.

12/06/2026

Update from Gerda: "Good afternoon everyone. A quick update from our side. Arthur has been for his follow-up visit at the Urologist. Kidney functions are all back to normal.
We are both a bit stiff and sore the last two days. Arthur's wheelchair has tipped over twice on Wednesday. The first time I managed to get him back up by myself with the help of the hoist. No sooner did I have him back in the chair when it happened again😫. I had to call our security company to come and assist due to the way he fell.

It looks like he might have to get non-tip wheels for the back of the wheelchair. The problem now being that his wheelchair model has been discontinued and finding these wheels might be a bit of an issue.

The wound sister popped in today. Fortunately there was very little damage to the wound from the fall. It is closings up nicely.

Please have a look at the beautiful website that our friend Rynier Keet has built and give us some feedback.

Hugs to all.
Gerda & Arthur 🌷"

12/06/2026

✨ 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘆 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹 ✨

Arthur’s journey has inspired thousands — now we’re taking that spirit of courage, community, and hope to the next level.

Our brand‑new 𝗔𝗣𝗕𝗙 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗹 is live, and it’s built for YOU.
If you follow us on Facebook or WhatsApp, this is your invitation to step into a space created for connection, impact, and real‑time involvement.

We’re also working on single sign‑on to make everything seamless.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲?

💛 Arthur’s Cockpit
Get updates straight from Arthur — his journey, his progress, his missions, and the stories that keep us inspired.
Operational now — Join the Mission!

🎁 Sponsor Gifts & Support the Mission
Choose exactly how you want to help. Sponsor a prize, contribute to a campaign, or uplift someone directly.
Operational now — Join the Mission!

🛍️ Gerda’s Community Market
Sell, trade, or donate items to help raise funds. Turn unused treasures into meaningful support.
Opening 1 July 2026 — Join now to start selling then.

🎖️ Wall of Honour
See the real impact our community is making — live totals, milestones, and the names of those who keep this mission flying.
Operational!

📅 Mission Alerts & Events
Be the first to know about FighterMeet 2026, special gatherings, and community activities.
Operational — Join FighterMeet 2026 now.

🧭 Your Own Dashboard
Track your contributions, pledges, and involvement in one place — transparent, simple, and secure.
Operational 1 July 2026.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿?
Because this portal is more than a website — it’s our community’s home base, built to bring everyone closer to Arthur’s mission and to each other.

If you’ve ever donated, supported, shared, prayed, or cheered Arthur on… this is where your support becomes part of something bigger, visible, and lasting.

We are building a stable, transparent support system for Arthur and Gerda through this portal.

🌟 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻?
Register now and step into the cockpit with us.
Your presence makes a difference — your involvement keeps this mission alive.

👉 https://apbf.crgsa.co.za

11/06/2026

This is what you achieved!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you....!!!

11/06/2026

There’s an African proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child.” And beyond that, it reminds us that real impact is achieved, not by a single person or effort, but by a community —many people coming together to do something meaningful.

Over the past 8 months, the Arthur Piercy Benevolent Fund has truly shown what that looks like.
Because of you—our community—we have raised an incredible R830,000!!

This isn’t just a number. It’s generosity. It’s compassion. It’s people stepping up for something bigger than themselves.

To every person who donated, shared, supported, and believed—**thank you**. This is your achievement.

We’re now on the final stretch.
Let’s bring it home and reach our goal of R1,000,000.

If you haven’t yet been part of this journey, there’s still time to join the village and make a difference.

https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/the-arthur-douglas-piercy-benevolent-year

Explore the meaning behind "It Takes a Village", see it in action through examples, and learn how to apply this concept in everyday life.

07/06/2026

Written and compiled by Jaco de Beer, the founder and driver behind this initiative.

07/06/2026

Wishing you a joyous birthday, Arthur, and a future filled with love, happiness, and endless blessings. 🎉🎂🎁😊