18 Acquisition International - Non-Profit Organisation Awards 2023 Contact: Dr. Dawid J. Pieterse, President Non-profit: Katy Cares Web address: https://katycares.org/ Email: president@katycares.org Best Single-Parent Family Support Organisation 2023 - Katy he struggles faced by single parents can have a profound impact on their overall well-being, including mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects. Katy Cares recognizes the importance of providing essential support during these difficult times and is dedicated to offering impactful trauma-informed programs led by professionals to help these families heal. Dawid Pieterse, the President of Katy Cares, shares the organization’s mission of equipping single-parent families with the necessary social, emotional, and parental skills to become resilient, independent, and engaged members of society. One of the critical programs offered by Katy Cares is “Ready, Set, Go!” This parenting program supports single-parent families in developing emotional resilience, social skills, and financial independence. It provides counseling, mentoring, training, and coaching on building healthy relationships, effective habits, and practical skills necessary to navigate the challenges of family life. Katy Cares’ holistic approach promotes resilience, healing, and long-term sustainability. In addition to the parenting program, Katy Cares has developed other initiatives such as “Grow Through Life: Upgrade For Teens,” “Safari Adventure: Social Learning Experiences For Kids,” and “Strong: Home-Grown LifeSkills.” These programs can be attended in group settings or individually upon request. Katy Cares takes pride in its easy-to-access, user-friendly programs and services made possible by a dedicated team of professionals supporting single-parent families. However, as a non-profit organization, it continually challenges raising enough funds to meet the increasing service demand. These financial support are vital to ensure the individuals seeking help receive the necessary support. The driving force behind Katy Cares is the passion for providing a safe space for single parents and children to grow and heal. The team’s commitment has been recognized by Acquisition International, highlighting their dedication to positively impacting the lives of those they serve. Katy Cares welcomes support from individuals, churches, foundations, organizations, families, and individuals who share their vision of empowering single-parent families. By joining forces, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of these individuals, creating a brighter future for both parents and children. T May23119 In 2016, Katy Cares was established by a local church in Katy, Texas, to address the needs of single-parent families in the community. They face unique challenges and often find themselves in this situation due to life-altering events such as separation, divorce, abuse, intimidation, and domestic violence, which can lead to financial difficulties
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