Our Work
Love • Respect • Serve
Our Impact in Action
Three Years of Meaningful Engagement
Since launching in 2022, Serve September has been actively engaged in community outreach across South Africa, with each year bringing new opportunities to expand our reach and deepen our impact.
2022: Our Foundation Year
Location: Laerskool Haakdoorn
Focus Group: Early Grade Students (Grades 1-3)
Our inaugural year was marked by joy, energy, and the pure delight of connecting with young learners. We spent an entire day immersed in the world of early childhood education, bringing:
- Interactive Activities: Singing and dancing sessions that brought smiles and laughter.
- Words of Encouragement: Age-appropriate messages of hope and possibility.
- Gift Distribution: Tangible tokens of care and appreciation for each student.
This first experience confirmed our belief that even young children respond powerfully to messages of love and encouragement, setting the foundation for our continued work.
2023: Expanding Our Reach
Location: Laerskool Haakdoorn (Return Visit)
Focus Group: Comprehensive Coverage (Grades 1-7)
Building on our successful first year, we returned with an expanded vision and more targeted approach:
Younger Students (Grades 1-4):
- Continued focus on joyful activities including singing and dancing
- Interactive games that reinforce positive messages
Personal encouragement suited to their developmental stage
Older Students (Grades 5-7):
- Introduction to career awareness and possibilities
Inspirational talks about pursuing dreams and overcoming challenges. - Skills-focused discussions about preparation and goal-setting.
- Individual encouragement and mentorship moments.
Universal Elements:
- Gift distribution across all grade levels.
- Emphasis on the core values of love, respect, and service.
- Building relationships that extend beyond the visit
2024: Reaching New Heights
Location: Hoër Tegniese Skool Rustenburg
Focus Groups: High School Students (Grades 8-12) and Educators
Our most ambitious year yet saw us expanding to secondary education and including educators in our outreach:
Student Engagement:
- Career guidance tailored to technical and vocational pathways.
- Life skills discussions relevant to teenage challenges and opportunities.
- Inspirational sessions focused on post-school possibilities.
- Personal development conversations about character building.
Educator Support:
- Recognition and appreciation for their vital role in community development.
- Encouragement and inspiration for their continued service.
- Relationship building between our team and educational professionals.
Integrated Approach:
- Programs that benefited both students and teachers simultaneously.
- Community-wide impact through institutional partnership.
- Sustainable relationship building for potential future collaboration.