Queen consort and British monarch King George III. Charles’ wife, Camilla, recently attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a preschool funded by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Samoa’s main island.

Charles and Camilla were in Samoa for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meetings from 21 to 26 October. The kindergarten, named Queen Camilla Hope Kindergarten, was officially opened with a ceremony held on Friday, October 25.

The new facility is part of the Campus of Hope, a shelter for victims of abuse and neglect managed by the Samoa Victim Support Group. Although funded by the church, the kindergarten was also supported by the church. Pacific AidA charity organization based in New Zealand and Australia.

At a ceremony held just before Camilla’s arrival, Old Denny Fa’alogoHe addressed children as well as staff, Samoa Victim Support Group board members and other guests at the Hope Campus, Region Seventy.

“As we come together to dedicate this kindergarten, we recognize that this is a house of hope where children will thrive both academically and spiritually, preparing for futures full of promise and purpose,” Elder Fa’alogo said. Church’s Pacific Newsroom.

Makerita Fesolai, director of Hope Campus, said that building a kindergarten has been their dream for a long time. But the realization of that dream began in 2023, when Callum Blair, director of Pacific Assist, learned that two kindergartens in Auckland, New Zealand, would be closed and contacted Fesolai to ask if he wanted the furniture.

Although there was no kindergarten at that time, Fesolai accepted the furniture. “I knew the Lord would provide because he loves his children,” Fesolai said.

“We had been praying for this day, and it happened because The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was ready and willing to help,” Fesolai said during Friday’s service.

Elder Fa’alogo said: “Today marks the beginning of a journey of learning, love and growth for the young souls who pass through these gates.” He described kindergarten as a “sacred space” where children can feel the love of God. “We are grateful to everyone who sacrificed and brought this vision to life,” he said.

Fesolai explained: “Kindergarten will give these little ones the chance to receive a proper education and get a good start in their future lives.”

The royal family’s social media account posted photos of Camilla’s visit, saying: “Her Majesty has opened the ‘Queen Camilla Kindergarten of Hope’ as the Samoa Victims Support Group continues its mission to raise awareness and educate young people about combating and preventing violence against women and girls. Thank you for your wonderful work.” Thank you.”