Project YES Africa
Project YES Africa (PYA) is a US-based 501c3 that provides direct support to schools in South Africa.
07/10/2023
We are honored to have Palmetto GBA feature our work to their over 2,600 employees and 6,000 Facebook followers! Palmetto's commitment to social responsibility resonates deeply with Project YES Africa's vision that all children—regardless of circumstances, gender, or ethnicity—have access to a quality education.
Thanks also to our Board Member, Craig Jones, who serves as Director, Business Development for the organization.
Hear the inspiring story of Craig Jones, Director of Government Business Development, and how he collaborated with friends to establish a nonprofit organization aimed at helping underprivileged children. Their hard work led to the construction of a new 1,600 sq. ft school in South Africa. Full story here: https://bit.ly/3PhF33W
06/16/2023
Project YES Africa wishes our friends in South Africa a happy Youth Day! We honour the youth of 1976 for fighting for your freedom; and we honour the youth of today for being the agents of change that is still needed.
06/14/2023
We are so honored to have our recent school build featured by Palmetto GBA. Special thanks to PYA Board Member, Craig Jones, Director of Business Development for Palmetto.
Palmetto's commitment to social responsibility resonates deeply with PYA's vision that all children—regardless of circumstances, gender, or ethnicity—have access to a quality education.
Nomthandazo Nokwanda Mvana Mvuyisi Mbono
Western Cape Education Department
04/27/2023
April 27th - Freedom Day in South Africa.
04/17/2023
We built a school - The Nokwanda Educare Centre. Uthixo wasikhokela!
Nomthandazo Nokwanda Mvana
02/02/2023
Artwork of these beautiful children adorn our new school building project!
Almost ready for occupancy!!
www.projectyesafrica.org
01/07/2023
We are so thrilled that our supporters who are traveling to South Africa are taking time out of there busy travel schedules to visit our project in Khaylitshia and to meet the woman who inspired 8 travelers from the USA to form a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and embark on a journey to build a school for her community.
Thank you , , Kevin and all those who visited Khaylitshia. Glad you were able to see the impact your donations are having on this community.
We hope you continue to tell your friends to visit South Africa - and Nokwanda Educare Centre in Khaylitshia.
To Learn more visit www.projectyesafrica.org
Donations to the building fund would be greatly appreciated.
12/31/2022
Looking Back / Taking Stock -
Looking Back / Taking Stock - You Can Still Support PYA in 2022! After many years of planning and fundraising, Project YES Africa (PYA) will soon realize one of its longstanding goals: the rebuild of the Nokwanda Educare Centre, a crèche (or pre-school) in Khayelitsha, the fastest growing township in South Africa. The modern, two-story, eco-friendly facility is ...
12/15/2022
When Blessings Flow!
In the fall of 2022, The Brand Development Group(BDG), an Atlanta based Marketing and Public Relations Company met with a Project YES Africa (PYA) board member to learn more about the organization. The Senior Managing Partner Jodi Covington was particularly interested in the school that PYA is building in South Africa and was curious as to what led the team to take on such a large endeavor. After listening to a Zoom presentation and hearing the story, Jodi and her team were so moved that they wanted to help in any way possible.
Collectively, BDG decided they would bring PYA on as their first ProBono client. The firm has been working in the background to help get the word out about Project YES Africa.
On December 14, BDG issued a Press Release on behalf of Project YES Africa and the work we are doing in Khaylitshia. They also highlighted the recent recognition our organization received from the Atlanta Falcons #47 Arnold Ebiketie and his decision to select PYA for his My Cause My Cleats , a National Football League initiative.
To learn more about PYA and to make a donation visit www.projectyesafrica.org
To learn more about the My Cause My Cleats visit www.nfl.com/causes/my-cause-my-cleats/
Project YES Africa is so proud to be recognized and selected by Atlanta Falcons Linebacker, #47 Arnold Ebiketie for this year’s NFL .
Through MCMC, NFL players select a charitable organization to support, and promote the of their mission. Arnold will also auction his specially-designed cleats and donate the proceeds to help continue our work in education in Africa. We’re building a school in Khayelitsha! For more about Project YES Africa, visit our website at www.projectyesafrica.org.
Thank you, Arnold, the NFL, and the Atlanta Falcons!
11/29/2022
is here! Every contribution helps Project YES Africa rebuild the Nokwanda Educare Centre! Donate today at www.projectyesafrica.org
11/28/2022
We are counting on your support! Thank you in advance.
Tomorrow's the day. Let's create a wave of generosity and inspire millions to center generosity in their lives each and every day.
When Teachers Lead, Children Lead: the Power of Affirmation
When the children of Nokwanda Community Educare Centre, in Khayelitsha, speak, it’s clear that the influences of their parents and teachers have played a vital role in helping them build self-confidence and self-esteem. Parents are the first people in a child’s life to offer advice and encouragement, so they set the standard. Then the teacher’s affirmations and positive words further help the children build confidence in themselves and teaches them to overcome challenges and solve problems.
“Good day parents.
Good day teachers.
My name is Likhanye.
My surname is Siyo.
I am 5 years old.
My teacher’s name is Ms. Mvana
“When I grow up, I want to be a Traffic Officer.”
On Michelle Riley Jones recent visit to the centre, the children were participating in a dress rehearsal for their upcoming graduation. The building, being funded by Project YES Africa, is still under construction, however, the bright smiles and excitement of the children, illuminated the room of gray plastered walls. She was delighted to host special guest, Councillor Murabunga, from the City of Cape Town, for the afternoon activity, so that he could see the progress of the rebuild of the centre, and celebrate the accomplishments of the children.
Director Nomthandazo Nokwanda Mvana and the teachers organized the children and had them march in and take their seats. The teachers led off with a celebratory song and dance, along with introductory remarks. Michelle even joined in on the dance! Then the children sang songs, and each child was called forward to give a short presentation. To introduce the children, instead of generic comments, the teachers gave very specific praise and targeted encouragement to each of them. The children beamed as the teachers highlighted their individual actions and the great things that they were able to learn and accomplish at the centre. Five year-old Likhanye, and each child who stepped forward, boldly introduced themselves and expressed their dreams for their own future.
“Shine, Nokwanda, Shine”
Through the teachers show of support by using encouraging words and actions, the children have learned that same behavior and repeat it to their classmates. Teachers and students alike collectively shout, “Shine, Nokwanda, Shine!” at the end of each child’s presentation.
The Nokwanda Community Educare Centre is building a foundation for strong leaders of the future for South Africa. When teachers lead, children lead. Director Mvana, the teachers and the students have helped create and sustain an all-around happier, kind, encouraging, and motivating learning environment. That’s the power of affirmation.
Kudos to the teachers, and congratulations to all the students on your upcoming graduation! Shine!!
PYA is building a new preschool. Support at https://www.gofundme.com/f/building-a-new-preschool-in-south-africa?mibextid=Zxz2cZ
11/15/2022
PYA’s met , Denisha Anand, on her recent trip to Cape Town. Together we’ll be greening Khayelitsha! Stay tuned!
Check out her
https://www.ted.com/talks/denisha_anand_custodianship_and_care_lessons_from_an_indigenous_princess
10/06/2022
As we enter this final quarter of 2022 we are so incredibly thankful to all of you who’ve encouraged and supported us on this journey to re-build the Nokwanda Educare Centre in Khaylitshia, South Africa.
In September, one of our board members paid a visit to the project and captured photos and did interviews with Director Nokwanda and members of the community. We launched our very first Go Fund Me campaign last evening and we included some of the videos and photos.
We invite you to take a listen to Ms Nokwanda and others talk about what this project means to them.
Please LIKE, SHARE and DONATE💚💙🤍
Thank you for your continued support!!!
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08/30/2022
“If you build it they will come!”I don’t know who said those words but today I am here to repeat it.
We pledged to a school in Khaylitshia, Western Cape, Cape Town, SA that we would help them build a new school that would accommodate 100 school children.
After many setbacks (Les Brown says a Setback is a Setup for a Comeback)…the Comeback is on…Project YES Africa began building the school in July 2022.
COVID19 caused many disruptions in our lives and those of the people in South Africa as well. Because of the pandemic we had to put everything on hold until July 2022, when we poured the foundation. Well as with everything the cost of our construction increased and we have to continue raising funds to complete the project.
Check out our silent auction fundraiser currently running thru September 7th. This auction was curated by one of our board members and has a little something for everyone including jewelry, artworks, photography packages, picnic packages and more.
We would love your support. Thank you in advance and happy shopping!
Project YES Africa Silent Auction to Benefit the Nokwanda Educare Centre Build by Project Yes Africa PROJECT YES AFRICA WELCOMES YOU TO ITS INAUGURAL SILENT AUCTION EVENT. We hope you'll take time to view all of the amazing artisan items and thoughtfully curated experiences and place a bid to support our cause. Be sure to check back often to see how your favorite items are progressing in the auctio...
Let me introduce you to the woman, Nomthandazo Nokwanda Mvana, who in 2013 inspired 8 travelers on vacation to support her in making a difference in her community.
This video produced by (Marc is a PYA volunteer based in South Africa) features our crèche project which began in July 2022.
We will let the video speak for itself.
If you want to learn more about PYA please visit us at www.projectyesafrica.org
We appreciate your continued support. Please like, and share this post. We are in a major push to complete this project but we still need to raise funds any help will be greatly appreciated 💙
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If we build it, they will come! WE’RE BUILDING A SCHOOL IN KHAYELITSHA!! Hear the center director Ms. Nokwanda, talk about the project.
As we continue to build we need your help. Due to the rising cost of materials and labor (result of pandemic) we are raising additional funds to complete the build.
We hope you will support. Make a donation today through the link below.
Visit our website at www.projectyesafrica.org for more information about our organization and this project.
The children are the now and the future.
08/09/2022
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