The Valley Trust

The Valley Trust (TVT) is a non-profit organisation established in 1953 and situated in the Valley of 1,000 Hills, Durban. The vision of the organisation is that the rural communities of the Valley of 1,000 Hills live full and vibrant lives in a democratic South Africa. The approach of the organisation is to use health and other means to activate (stimulate) and promote ‘agency’ among the communities we work with. The focus is on communities of the Valley that are under tribal authorities, underserved in regard to public services and generally have low household incomes. These communities are also typified by high levels of HIV and AIDS and other diseases, high unemployment, many teenage and young mothers and generally inadequate access to services and opportunities that support productive livelihoods.

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.