Urgent Appeal: My father (80) recently lost his leg — I can no longer rely on him to drive me to work. Every donation matters.
Adriaan Kruger
Real Story · Real Need · Real Impact

Help Adriaan Keep His Independence

Paralysed at 17, Adriaan has defied every obstacle to build a career and a life. Now a single vehicle stands between him and his ability to work — and he needs your help to get there.

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Fundraising Goal
R750,000 / US$42,000
For a wheelchair-accessible VW Transporter + under-vehicle lift
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His Story

A Life Defined by Resilience

My name is Adriaan Kruger. I'm a quadriplegic living with a C5/C6 neck injury that left me paralysed at the age of 17. It happened on 27 September 1990 — a touch rugby game at Frans du Toit High School in Phalaborwa. One moment I was a teenager with his whole life ahead of him; the next, everything changed.

I spent five months in hospital. My heart stopped. I battled severe lung infections twice. But I refused to give up. With the unwavering support of my family, I rebuilt my life from the ground up — started a business and eventually secured a career I'm deeply proud of.

"Today, I've been working as a Switchboard Controller at Foskor Pty Ltd for more than 13 years. I'm grateful for every single day."

My current vehicle — a 2011 VW Transporter with nearly 190,000km — is failing. The headgasket blew, a dishonest mechanic took our money and vanished, and now my 80-year-old father (who drives me daily) has lost his leg. I am out of options.

34+ Years as a quadriplegic
13+ Years at Foskor
C5/C6 Neck injury level
Adriaan Kruger
What's Needed

The Vehicle That Changes Everything

A wheelchair-accessible VW Transporter Crewbus isn't a luxury — it is the only way Adriaan can get to work and maintain his independence.

VW T6 Wheelchair Accessible Transporter

Volkswagen T6 Transporter Crewbus

+ Under-Vehicle Wheelchair Lift Conversion

  • Year model: 2020 – 2024
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Body: SWB – Short Wheel Base
  • Mileage: Less than 80,000 km
  • Under-vehicle wheelchair lift fitted
  • Enables independent transport to work

Full quotation documents available upon request — including lift conversion quote and vehicle specs.

Official Support

Backed by The Players' Fund

As the official charity of the Springboks, The Chris Burger / Petro Jackson Rugby Players Fund NPO has supported Adriaan since his accident 34 years ago.

A Trusted Non-Profit Organisation

The Players' Fund has provided Adriaan with essential wheelchairs and assistive devices over the years. They have issued an official Donation Proposal Request letter supporting this fundraiser. You can donate directly through their platform using A KRUGER as the beneficiary reference.

📧 manager@playersfund.org.za 📞 Shonee: (021) 659 5615 🌐 playersfund.org.za
As Featured In

Rolling Inspiration Magazine

South Africa's leading magazine for people with mobility impairments published a full feature on Adriaan's story — a testament to the real impact this fundraiser can make.

Featured Story
INSPIRATION Issue 2 · 2026 · Pages 38–39
Published by
QuadPara Association
of South Africa (QASA)
🏉 Players' Fund Feature
"Robust Roots to Back the Bloom"
Players' Fund · Human Interest

Robust Roots to Back the Bloom

The backing of family empowers ex-rugby player to bloom into a figure of strength and inspiration

"The Players' Fund has played a massive role in my life. Whenever I needed something, they never said no. Their support has given me security and dignity in ways that are hard to explain."
34+ Years living as a quadriplegic
13+ Years of service at Foskor
10yr Certificate of outstanding service

Rolling Inspiration featured Adriaan's incredible journey — from a freak rugby accident at age 17 that left him a quadriplegic, through five months of hospitalisation, heart failure, and severe lung infections, to building a full career at Foskor as a Switchboard Controller. The article highlights his passion for plants, his family's devotion, and the urgent need for a reliable wheelchair-accessible vehicle to maintain his independence after his 81-year-old father lost his leg.

Rolling Inspiration Magazine
Published by QASA · Issue 2, 2026 · Pages 38–39
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Supported by the QuadPara Association of South Africa

QASA is a non-profit organisation established and managed by quadriplegics and paraplegics, aiming to empower its members to live life to their full potential. Adriaan's story being featured in their national publication is a mark of the credibility and urgency of this fundraiser. If you'd like to join QASA or learn more, visit qasa.co.za

Ways to Give

Make a Donation

Every contribution — no matter how small — brings Adriaan closer to independence. Choose the method that works for you.

Get in Touch

Contact Adriaan

📍 Address

11 Bokmakierie Street
Phalaborwa, 1390
Limpopo, South Africa

✉️ Email

info@myfundraiser.co.za
a3an01@gmail.com

📞 Phone / WhatsApp

083 564 6995

Have a question? Want to help in another way? Reach out directly — Adriaan would love to hear from you.

"My story is one of resilience, hope, and determination. I hope it can inspire others to face their own challenges with courage and perseverance."

— Adriaan Kruger