Educators now realize that proper nutrition, stimulating play, and a safe environment has an impact not only on the development of the mind but lays a solid foundation for a lifetime of learning. First Love partnered with the Molweni community in South Africa to build Siyazama Preschool. This community had never had a facility dedicated to preschool-age children. As we continued to work with the Molweni community, we saw an overwhelmingly positive affect on not just the children but the entire family. We want to share these successes with other communities in South Africa. Our experience has taught us that there are a few key ingredients needed to accomplish our goals of seeing children well rounded and prepared to enter their next stage of education. The TREND Program is the proven model that will successfully transform a community through early childhood development.
Teacher training prepares teachers to be enthusiastic leaders in their classrooms.
These girls are thrilled about their resources.
One of our First Love staff, Fezeka, sharing her love for reading with the children.
Children eating a nutritious lunch at a preschool.
A preschool has an impact on the whole community of an area.
We receive a good report from the elementary schools on not only the academics but the character of our former students.
— Ms. Zandile from Siyavuma Preschool
The support we get from First Love has encouraged more parents to send children to school meaning the children from my community have a better chance in succeeding with higher education.
— Chief Machi from KwaMachi Community
Our children have a chance to a great start to their education.
— Ms. Nomveliso from Khwanyana Preschool
Train a teacher - $2500
Provide a scholarship for a teacher to train for 2 years and receive FET Certificate Qualification which is the full qualification for a early childhood teacher in South Africa.
Resource a classroom - $2500
Provide the needed supplies for the classroom including educational toys, books, arts and crafts supplies and early childhood education equipment such as furniture and sleeping mats.
Nourish a Body - $0.50 a child per day
Provide a nutritious breakfast porridge that includes the needed vitamins and minerals to help with brain development, physical growth, and strong immune systems.