The table below is a snapshot of investment in social initiatives by the Trust for the year. It demonstrates a commitment to the CSI strategy of significant investments in fewer and more industry-aligned CSI projects.

The Aveng Community Investment Trust: Year ended 30 June 2011

• Total CSI contribution for the year R 9 002 480
• Number of CSI initiatives supported for the period 8
• Average donation amount R 1,3 million per grant
• Dominant development sector Skills training – 55%

The pie chart demonstrates the breakdown of social investments by developmental sector.
It is noteworthy that only 6% of the CSI spend went to CSI administration – well below the accepted norm of between 10% and 15% for administration of CSI activities.
The Aveng Community Investment Trust contributions make up 40% of total giving, with a clear focus on Skills Training and initiatives looking to address Maths and Science Education.
 

The Aveng Community Investment Trust – Breakdown by Development Sector