To preserve the legacy of Dr Donato Francesco Mattera, fondly known as Bra "Don", through his literary works as an author and poet, by fostering his love for reading and writing to future generations.
About Us
The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation
We are driven by a single goal; to ensure the preservation of the literary works and memory of Dr Don Mattera, a legendary South African poet, wordsmith, journalist, public speaker, political activist, peace crusader and raconteur. To ensure that the rich legacy of Dr. Mattera stay integral for future generations to recognize and appreciate the immense sacrifice and contribution that he has made on behalf of all South Africans in the realm of literature, arts, journalism and the liberation of South Africa.
OUR PARTNERS #
The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation Members
The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation conceived in early 2019 by a group of concerned professionals who wanted to ensure that Dr Don Mattera's literary work and rich legacy remains an integral part of history.
The Board
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Ms. Jenny Jeftha –Chairperson
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Human Resource Specialist- HR Consultant & Independent Non-Executive Director of various companies
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Dr. Teddy Mattera – Deputy Chairperson – (Managing Director of Teddy Sometime Productions)
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Mr. Oscar Oliphant- Member - Educator
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Nazir Cassim –Board Member - CEO Kwagga Holdings and Community Activist
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Mrs. Verona Presslin - Board Member & Fundraising Volunteer
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Executive Project Manager - Fundi Communications
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Me Snowy Mattera-Board Member
Owner - Rishile Tours - Tour Operator
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Mr. Greg Mattera - Board Member- Retired
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- Mr Khaya Dludla - CA(SA) - Board Member
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Mr. Elvis Presslin - Board Member & Media & PR Co-Ordinator
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CEO Fundi Communications & Advertising and Media Personality.
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https://www.amazon.com/author/donmattera
Dr Don Mattera's latest books #TheChild and #OfMindHeart&Soul now available at #amazonbooks
THE LAUNCH OF THE DON MATTERA EXHIBITION PHASE 1 - FORCED REMOVALS FROM SOPHIATOWN
Tribute
From Dr Leonard Martin
Dr. Leonard Martin paying a moving tribute of how he met Dr. Don Mattera and what influence Don had on him as a young boy growing up in Eldorado Park.
DMLF - Documentary Projects
From 2020 the Don Mattera Legacy Foundation embarked on a number of projects to ensure that the legacy of Dr Mattera as a poet, author and community activist continue to be highlighted. One of our flagship projects is documenting and narrating the stories of marginalised community in partnership with Barloworld Empowerment Foundation.
Yolisa's Map Book Launch
The Eldorado Park 'Eldo's' Story.
The Home of Champions - The Toekomsrus 'Toekies' Story.
The Second Annual Don Mattera Legacy Lecture
Gautrain Management Agency Children's Book Launch
Dr Don Mattera launched a childrens book, Yolisa's Map on the 15th September 2020 during a live book read on Zoom. The children's book is meant to spread awareness of the service offering of the Gautrain Management Agency, but at the same time inculcating a culture of reading.
Video - Documentary Production
The "Wild West" Westbury Story
Annual Lecture
The second Don Mattera Annual Lecture was held at the Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel in Sandton, Jhb on 27th May 2023.. The Gautrain Management Agency again partnered with us to deliver on this auspicious event. .
NEWS & VIEWS
Above - the full length documentary of the "Wild West" Westbury Story.
And below - footage and images of The Community Celebration and the launch of The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation at the Don Mateman Hall in Eldorado Park.
Khaya Mahlangu Live @ the Don Mattera Community Celebration in Eldo's
Communities Celebrating Don Mattera
Activities
CELEBRATION & LAUNCH
THE DON MATTERA COMMUNITY CELEBRATION & FOUNDATION LAUNCH
Beginning of an era
The COMMUNITY CELEBRATION on the 1st February 2020 marked the official launch of The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation with the theme “Communities Honoring Don Mattera”. The Foundation aims to recognize and appreciate the immense sacrifice and contribution that Dr Mattera has made in the realm of literature, arts, journalism and the liberation of South Africa.
The evening was a roaring success with world class musicians and poets entertaining the packed hall. Artist present were:
Legendary Musician Pops Mohammed & Friends together with Poet Lebo Mashile,
Poets Glen Ujebe Masokoane and Bothata Paul Khabo – performing as ZANJ, Kgafela Oa Magogodi, Lebo Mashile and Jazz Maestro Khaya Mahlangu
Old School Soul group Truphonics and the party band Cosmique
FUNDRAISING /
CALL TO ACTION
Requesting assistance from the public
The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation needs your assistance by making a donation of any amount on our fund-raising page BackABuddy on:
https://www.backabuddy.co.za/dm-fundraising
Or make a direct contribution to:
THE DON MATTERA LEGACY FOUNDATION NPC
FNB – Acc No – 62821037919
Sandton – Branch Code 254605
OUR VALUED PARTNERS
GAUTRAIN MANAGEMENT AGENCY (GMA)
BARLOWORLD EMPOWERMENT FOUNDATION (BWEF)
DEPARTMENT OF SPORT, ARTS & CULTURE (DSAC)
THE NATIONAL HERITAGE COUNCIL (NHC)
Get Involved
We are so happy you’re interested in getting involved with our work here at The Don Mattera Legacy Foundation.
There are so many ways for you to help, and we truly appreciate each and every effort. By lending your support, you’ll become a valuable part of our Non-Profit Organization and help to strengthen our operations.
RADIO & TELEVISION INTERVIEWS
January 2020
Sowetan Article
Iconic SA poet Don Mattera praised
Politicians, poets and musicians gathered in Eldorado Park, south of Johannesburg, to pay tribute to legendary writer and anti apartheid activist Don Mattera.
Hundreds of people attended the launch of Mattera's foundation at the Don Mateman community hall
"Memory is the weapon"
Don Mattera
The late Dr Don Mattera with some of the founding members of the Don Mattera Legacy Foundation
Our Constitution & Policies
CONSTITUTION
CODE OF CONDUCT
Misc
Still to come
