My Family First Center – Springs
A community-based hub dedicated to strengthening families, supporting parents, and empowering communities across Springs, Nigel, Brakpan and surrounding areas.
The My Family First Center will provide practical education, mentorship and guidance to help families navigate the challenges of modern life and build a stronger future for the next generation.
A Community Hub for Stronger Families
The My Family First Center – Springs is designed as a community hub where families can access guidance, education, mentorship and practical support.
Families today face growing pressures including financial stress, parenting challenges, youth vulnerability and social instability. While many initiatives focus only on individuals, My Family First focuses on strengthening the entire family unit.
Strong families form the foundation of healthy communities. By supporting parents and strengthening family relationships, we help create environments where children and young people can thrive.
The Springs Center will serve as the first model center for a future network of My Family First Centers across South Africa.
Communities Served
The My Family First Center – Springs will serve families across the eastern region of Gauteng including several communities within Ekurhuleni.
Why Family Strengthening Matters in South Africa
South Africa faces significant social challenges affecting family stability and child development.
- A large percentage of children grow up without their biological fathers in the household.
- Many families experience financial stress that contributes to conflict within households.
- Youth face increasing exposure to crime, substance abuse and school dropout.
- Communities with weakened family structures often experience greater social instability.
Research consistently shows that strong families are one of the most important protective factors for children and youth.
Why Companies Partner With Us
Organizations increasingly recognize that investing in family stability creates long-term social and economic benefits for communities.
- Meaningful Corporate Social Investment (CSI) impact
- Strengthening community wellbeing
- Positive brand reputation through social impact
- Employee volunteer opportunities
- Participation in a long-term national family strengthening initiative
The Integrated Family Support Model
The My Family First Center operates using a holistic family development framework known as the Five Family Academies. These academies focus on the core pillars that influence family wellbeing and long-term stability.
Core Programs Delivered at the Center
Parenting Development Workshops
Helping parents develop the skills and confidence needed to raise emotionally healthy children.
Family Communication Programs
Strengthening family relationships through improved communication and conflict resolution.
Financial Literacy for Families
Practical budgeting and financial planning programs that reduce household stress.
Youth Mentorship Programs
Providing guidance, life skills, and positive role models for young people.
Child Development Education
Helping parents understand the emotional and developmental needs of children.
Community Learning Seminars
Public events addressing important social issues affecting families.
Projected Community Impact
500+
Families Supported Annually
1,200+
Parents Reached Through Workshops
300+
Youth Mentored
100+
Educational Events Per Year
Founder’s Vision
Support the My Family First Center
Your support helps provide programs that strengthen families and empower communities.
Cost to Sponsor a Family
- R1,000 supports one parent workshop
- R5,000 sponsors a youth mentorship program
- R10,000 funds a family education series
- R25,000 supports multiple family development workshops
Account Name: My Family First
Bank: FNB
Account Number: 63182787821
Branch Code: 250655