First Teacher Advocates
Families and organizations who help mothers become children's first teacher.
Across borders and communities, people are coming together to help mothers give their children a strong start.
Bringing together volunteers, mentors, partners, educators, book donors, and advocates from around the world who share one mission: helping every child get a strong start.
The Stripling Warriors Guild Foundation welcomes individuals, families, educators, students, community organizations, and philanthropists who share a commitment to children's foundational learning. Our Global Hub celebrates the people who contribute their time, talents, books, ideas, and community connections to help children thrive.
Families and organizations who help mothers become children's first teacher.
Passionate guides who encourage and inspire mothers one-on-one or in groups.
Persons and groups who mobilize parents to protect family time and nurture learning.
Individuals, groups, or organizations who inspire others to donate and ship books.
Leaders who bring young people together, develop potential, and guide growth.
Movers and shakers who contribute financial support, resources, and expertise.
Changemakers who provide advice and guidance to advance our mission.
Mothers who live the MAFT principles and demonstrate them through daily practice.
These are ways to get involved. As participation is verified, community stories and locations will be shared here.
This map will show verified volunteer locations, partner organizations, schools, and community projects as they are confirmed—filtered by cause: Empower Mothers (MAFT), Place Books in Homes, and Build a Digital Shield.
Community book drives, MAFT introductions and workshops, family Digital Shield activities, school and community partnerships, reading and storytelling activities, and volunteer-led initiatives will be highlighted here as they are verified.
No verified projects have been published yet. The first spotlight could come from your community—a book drive, a MAFT workshop, or a family Digital Shield activity.
Bring a Project to My CommunityYou do not need to be part of a large organization to make a difference. You can contribute a book, organize a small community activity, support a mother, share your skills, or help bring the foundation's mission to a new community.