Small Projects Foundation

28/05/2026

Are you currently in East London or Gqeberha and pregnant within your first trimester (0–3 months)? Feeling overwhelmed about where to start with breastfeeding, taking supplements, and preparing for your baby’s arrival?

Grow Great Campaign Flourish is here for you. We are now hosting mommy support groups in East London and Gqeberha, safe spaces where mothers can come together, learn, share experiences, and support one another through this beautiful journey of pregnancy and motherhood.

If you are in East London, you can join us at the following clinics:
John Dube, Drake Road, Zanempilo, Sinebhongo, Masiphile, Newlands, Fort Grey, Ncera, Greenfields, Mpongo, Openshaw, Zikhova, Quru, and Thembalethu clinics.

If you are in Gqeberha, you can find our support groups at the clinics mentioned in the video. Don’t forget to join the Gqeberha WhatsApp support group using the link below.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/HiLQf1nvlP30G8FjWrHzR3?mode=hq1tcli

26/05/2026

CERTIFIED LIFE GARDENERS: GROWING SKILLS, CHANGING LIVES

Recently, our Project Coordinator, Nomfundiso Joseph, proudly handed over Thrive for Good - South Africa Organic Gardening certificates to our Social Employment Fund ambassadors at Equleni Primary School, Potsdam clinic, Sizimisele Clinic NU17, Zingisa clinic, and Siyabulela clinic NU16, marking an important milestone in their journey as certified Life Gardeners.

This achievement reflects more than just training completed; it represents growth, empowerment, and a commitment to building healthier and more sustainable communities. Through the 5-day Thrive For Good Organic Agriculture training, our Social Employment Fund ambassadors gained practical knowledge and hands-on experience in organic gardening, learning skills that continue to transform both their lives and the communities they serve.

Their flourishing gardens now stand as living proof that knowledge and skills work hand in hand. Using the techniques and methods learnt during the training, these ambassadors have successfully cultivated fresh and nutritious vegetables, contributing towards the fight against hunger, malnutrition, and unemployment.

Beyond agriculture, these ambassadors were also empowered through training in Skills to Care, Empathetic Care, Mother and Child, and Mental Well-Being, equipping them with the compassion, confidence, and knowledge needed to serve their communities holistically.

Today, these certified Life Gardeners are not only growing vegetables, but they are growing hope, dignity, self-reliance, and a brighter future for the communities around them.

25/05/2026

21/05/2026

STRENGTHENING FUTURES THROUGH DUAL-SENSORY SCREENING

Recently, our school-based dual sensory screening team travelled to Sterkstroom and Molteno to conduct vital eye and hearing screenings for learners across seven schools.

Together with our Social Employment Fund hearing ambassadors and an audiologist, a total of 405 children were screened for hearing difficulties at Usenathi Primary, Eluthuthu Primary, Sterkstroom Primary, Nomonde Primary, Nolitha Primary, Edelweiss Primary, and Nceba Primary Schools.

This initiative aimed to ensure that every child has the opportunity to learn, communicate, and thrive without the barriers caused by untreated hearing conditions.

Out of the learners screened:
• 126 learners did not pass the initial hearing screening and were referred to the in-house audiologist for further assessment.

• 40 learners were diagnosed with impacted earwax and received immediate treatment through manual curette scooping, irrigation, and cerumolytic drops, restoring both comfort and hearing ability.

• 4 learners were referred to the nearest clinic and hospital for comprehensive audiological assessment and management of middle ear pathology.

The impact of this intervention was immediate and meaningful. Learners who had struggled with blocked hearing were able to actively participate in class again, respond confidently to their teachers, and reconnect with their peers. Teachers and SPF participants expressed gratitude and relief knowing that children’s hearing health was being prioritized and protected.

This campaign highlights the importance of early detection and intervention. By addressing hearing challenges promptly, we not only restore hearing but also rebuild confidence, communication, and joy in children’s lives.

Every child deserves the chance to hear clearly — and through this initiative, many more now can.

20/05/2026

📍Sizimele Clinic, NU17 Mdantsane

Thrive for Good - South Africa training, trained by Social Employment Fund ambassador, Thrive for Good - South Africa agricultural trainer, Tantaswa.

19/05/2026

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15/05/2026

Small Projects Foundation recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month this May by encouraging kindness, support, and open conversations around mental well-being.

Mental health matters every day, and together we can create safe spaces where individuals feel heard, valued, and supported. Let us continue to break the stigma and promote hope, healing, and wellness in our communities. 💚

Contact our Bumb'INGOMSO toll-free number at 0800 5555 58 for mental health support.