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Wineeda Petersen

Amanda, the mother of 5-year-old Charlie, joined Empower to Change in 2023. Since then, Charlie has been attending school every day, meeting all his milestones. This has allowed Amanda's mother, Charlie’s grandmother, to start working while his grandfather continues to support the family.

Amanda is now close to finishing her schooling and working towards a better future for her family. In 2025, Charlie will continue his schooling with Empower to Change, giving him the stability he needs to keep learning and growing.


Chantelle Valentyn

Amy, a 5-year-old girl, joined Empower to Change in 2023. Since then, she has shown great improvement in all the activities she’s learned at school. She also participates in ballet classes as an extra activity, which she absolutely loves.

Her mother, Claudia, has been a single parent since Amy lost her father to gang-related violence. Despite the challenges, Claudia continues to work hard to provide for her family and support Amy’s growth and happiness.


Danutia Thompson

Ashley, a 4-year-old girl, lives with her grandmother and grandfather. Her mother visits occasionally but is unable to provide support. In 2024, Ashley joined Empower to Change, and since then, she has been growing brighter and more confident each day.

We are proud to announce that our first three little graduates are moving on to "big school" primary school! This milestone is a huge achievement, not just for the children but also for *Empower to Change*. Seeing their proud smiles as they wear their graduation hats and hold their certificates is a moment we will always cherish.

This achievement is a reminder of what is possible when children are given the opportunity to learn and grow in a nurturing environment. However, there are still so many children whose parents cannot afford this opportunity. With your help, we can reach even more children and give them the tools they need to build a brighter future.

We urge you to support us in this mission. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a significant difference. Together, we can ensure that more children experience moments like this, moving forward with confidence and hope for what lies ahead. Help us change more lives, one child at a time.


“If we expect our children to thrive at our colleges and universities, and succeed in our economy once they graduate, first we must make quality, affordable early childhood education accessible to all.”

Kirsten Gilliband