Hello JOhn,

This Mother’s Day, we’re on a mission to support mothers during their critical first 1,000 days with their children — and you can help for just $1 a day.

From conception to a child's second birthday, every nutrient matters. This small window determines cognitive development, immune system strength and even future earning potential. When children lack proper nutrition during these crucial days, the effects can last a lifetime.

That's why Rise Against Hunger meals make such a profound difference. In South Africa, mothers like Joyce witness this transformation firsthand. "When I look at him, I [see] a lot of improvement," says Joyce, whose child attends a preschool that participates in our First 1,000 Days program, where Rise Against Hunger meals nourish young minds and bodies every day.