Basic Literacy Programs
Objective: To promote basic literacy; hygiene, health and nutrition; and provide spiritual care for underprivileged children. There are three programs under this category:
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Daily Basics Classes
The daily tutorial program is designed to prepare out-of- school children (ages 4-12) for formal education. Tiwala curriculum is Bible-based and includes lessons on basic literacy, health and hygiene, arts and music. Tiwala holds the classes in the multi-purpose halls of barangays.
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Book Club and Tutorial Classes
After class reading sessions with elementary school aged children. Students are segregated according to reading abilities (Beginners, Basic, and Average Readers) and are given appropriate reading materials and activities. The activities are designed to engage children in reading for enrichment and enjoyment.
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Enrichment Classes:
Enrichment classes are specifically designed to help improve the academic skills of children. The classes provide opportunities for poor children to learn about a variety of topics in fun and exciting ways. Topics include World of Wonders (Science Exploration Class), Tiwala Kids Honor Club (Value Formation Class), Music and Movement, Arts and Crafts, and Around the World (Culture and Geography Exploration Class).
Tiwala Scholarship Grants
Objective: To provide educational assistance to severely underprivileged children by shouldering school-related expenses.
The Scholarship covers the cost of uniforms, school supplies, and other school-related fees and also provides school snacks and one hot meal a day to the child. Aside from this, the child also attends after-school tutorials with Tiwala. He/She has a mentor, a volunteer from a local church who is outside of Tiwala and the child’s family. The mentor meets with the child once a week to spend quality time with the child, encouraging and praying with him/her. Tiwala is partnering with public schools and community officials for program implementation and monitoring.
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Family Intervention Program
Objective: To help parents gain Biblical perspective and understanding on raising their families according to God’s design.
Tiwala partners with local churches and conducts Bible studies among the families of the beneficiaries. This is the first step in channelling beneficiaries to local churches where they can continue to receive spiritual nurture and guidance.
Livelihood and Income Generating Program
Objective: To provide opportunities for poor families to augment their family income.
Tiwala, in cooperation with Blessings in a Bag (BIAB), is setting up a livelihood program for the parents of the beneficiaries. BIAB sends handmade product ideas that parents can make. Tiwala provides training and capital for these and BIAB markets and sells them abroad.