The Valley Trust

Our approach is motivated by a desire to ensure that our organisation is responsive to changes in the environment within which it operates, and that it is relevant to the present-day needs of the communities it serves. In a rigorous process that invited input from staff, community stakeholders and partners, the organisation re-affirmed its commitment to a focus on working with the communities of the tribal areas of the Valley of a Thousand Hills and greater Ethekwini. Our vision is to see the communities of the Valley of a Thousand Hills living healthy and active lives as full participants in a democratic South Africa. Through raising funds and effectively mobilising resources we build the capacity of local communities to sustainably ensure their own good health. The Valley Trust was founded on health promotion, but over the years, our scope has expanded to address the interconnected needs of our community. Today, we operate under four key pillars: 1. Health: Continuing our legacy of health promotion 2. Food Security and Nutrition: Ensuring access to nutritious food and promoting sustainable agriculture 3. Education: Empowering individuals through education and skills development 4. Income Generation: Fostering economic growth and self-sufficiency By addressing these four pillars, we strive to create a holistic and sustainable impact in the lives of those we serve through the 5 strategic objectives. Knowledge of Health Equip community members with knowledge to ensure the attainment and sustenance of good health. Building Bridges Facilitate access of community members to available services and resources; act as conduit through which providers can deliver their services to communities. Strengthen Households Enhance the capacity of households as functional units with healthy and well-adjusted members leading to functional communities and broader society Economic Strengthening Promote ways for individuals and households to increase incomes and meet their basic needs for fulfilled living. Internal Stability Ensure mobilisation and responsible stewardship of resources and capacity that support the survival of the organisation in the long term. The Valley Trust is situated in Botha’s Hill, KwaZulu-Natal and offers our guests the spectacular scenery of The Valley of 1000 Hill’s and the experience of residing in a secure and green environment, on the campus of a non-profit organisation that has promoted health within local communities for more than 60 years.