First Give programmes have been created and designed with teachers to ensure they are relevant, effective and easy to deliver in school.
We’ve done all the planning, resource design and curriculum-linked lesson planning – so our partner schools don’t have to. All schools need to do is find the best time to deliver one or both of our programmes. Click on the links below to learn more or contact us to talk with a member of the team about how your school could partner with First Give.
The First Give Programme
Our flagship programme has been delivered in schools across England and Wales since 2014.
Click here to find out moreFirst Give One Day
Through a fully supported, single day programme, students critically engage with the causes and solutions to social issues.
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97%
of students who presented at their Final say that their awareness of social issues in their community has improved (2024/25)
88%
of students who presented at their Final say that they will or may do more social action in the future as a result of First Give (2024/25)
96%
of Lead Teachers told us First Give was successful or very successful at igniting a spark of social conscience (2024/25)
99%
of students who presented at their Final reported improving their skills in at least one of our key skill areas (2024/25)
202
Number of programmes delivered (2024/25)
38,487
Number of participating students (2024/25)
First Give is an important part of our approach to the Curriculum for Wales. We are very proud of this work and appreciate the partnership we have with First Give
When I came across the First Give programme to develop active citizenship via lessons on action and advocacy I was astounded at the volume of quality resources, lesson plans, videos and interaction, support and guidance.
First Give…has supported us to ensure that we are making a positive contribution to our community whilst developing our students as leaders with a social conscience
The [First Give] programme helps our students to develop their independence and confidence and enables them to learn more about themselves while developing their sense of empathy and responsibility within the community.
[First Give] makes it easy for students to complete a social action as the resources provide a clear structure to follow. The resources are clear and easy to understand and prompt students to regularly reflect on their progress.
Seeing students take responsibility for their own learning, and growing in confidence as they realise the impact they can have has been really exciting! I would definitely recommend the programme to other schools and teachers.
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Programme Calendar
Our vision is to empower as many students as possible, within secondary schools across England and Wales, to help make the lives of others better. To do this we must plan ahead and book our partner schools’ dates in advance, to ensure they are fully supported in delivering a succesful First Give Programme. Don’t miss out on your chosen term – book your dates ASAP!
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