Program 03 · Five Plus Two Ministries
Teen EmpowermentA future worth fighting for
We walk alongside young people at life's most critical crossroads — investing in their education, their futures, and their God-given potential.
Program 03 · Five Plus Two Ministries
We walk alongside young people at life's most critical crossroads — investing in their education, their futures, and their God-given potential.
A teenager in Hartbeespoort without support doesn't just face a difficult year — they face a lifetime of closed doors. We open those doors, one young person at a time.
The Teen Empowerment program is built on a simple conviction: every young person deserves someone in their corner. Over more than five years, Five Plus Two Ministries has walked alongside school-aged children and matriculants, helping them navigate the challenges of education, career choices, and life transitions.
We have supported six matriculants — covering fees, sourcing supplies, finding mentors, and celebrating with them at graduation. For many of these young people, finishing school was never a given. It required someone to believe in them before they believed in themselves.
Beyond matric support, we help young people find scholarships, bursaries, and career opportunities. For those who enter the workforce directly, we provide guidance and connections to give them the best possible start. For those in difficult home situations, we offer a steady, trusted presence during some of the hardest years of their lives.
This is not just about grades. It is about dignity, identity, and purpose — giving teenagers the tools and the belief to write a different story for themselves.
Program impact
How it works
We identify teenagers in need through our community network, Zoé House referrals, and local schools. We build a relationship of trust before we offer any practical support.
We cover school fees, provide stationery and textbooks, and connect students to bursaries and scholarships that would otherwise be unknown to them and their families.
After matric — or if a student chooses to enter the workforce — we help with job applications, CV writing, career guidance, and connecting them with employment opportunities.
From the field
When a teenage girl in Hartbeespoort had no means to complete her matric, Five Plus Two stepped in — covering fees, supplies, and providing a mentor to walk alongside her. She matriculated with distinction. Five others have followed. The program continues to find scholarships and opportunities for young people at critical crossroads in their lives.
— From the Five Plus Two storyGet involved
R500 covers school supplies for one learner for a year. Larger sponsorships cover school fees, uniforms, and textbooks — giving a teenager the tools to succeed.
Do you have skills, experience, or a career that could inspire a teenager? Volunteer as a mentor — even a few hours a month can change the trajectory of a young life.
Know of bursaries, learnerships, or entry-level jobs? Share them with us. Your network could be the key that unlocks a young person's future.
Make a difference today
R500 provides school supplies for an entire year. Your investment in a teenager today shapes who they become tomorrow.
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