Toa Tumaini Foundation

Back in September, we learned that the landlord of our current school space will be repurposing the location in the near future.

This means that we will soon be without a school home. But since receiving this news, we’ve been working hard to fundraise for our Planting Roots Campaign so that we can build our own school building and continue providing education to children in Tanzania.

With the help of generous donors like you, we’ve already raised $7,365 to help fund a permanent school home. But we still have money to raise.

Visit our website to donate today!

https://www.toatumaini.org/donate1.html

Not sure what to get that loved one as a gift this year? We have the perfect idea for you! Give the gift of education this Christmas with a donation to Toa Tumaini students in your loved one’s name 💙. Help empower and create a brighter future for children in need in Tanzania.

Link below 👇
https://www.toatumaini.org/donate2.html

Meet our lead teacher, Happyness.

Teacher and mother, Happyness, goes beyond ensuring our school runs smoothly day-to-day and educating students on math and reading. She represents a safe and caring adult, she pays attention to their well-being, and she teaches them about real-world problems and solutions (like littering and reusing).

We’ve shared some stories about our students in the past couple of weeks, but your donations also help fund the salary for school staff like our lead teacher, Happyness, which makes a huge impact on families and the community as a whole.

Together we've raised $7,335 to provide students with education and teachers with employment. We're not there yet but we're on our way!

Donate to our Planting Roots Campaign today.

https://www.toatumaini.org/donate1.html

We missed Small Business Saturday so we are celebrating today instead! 💼 💞

We want to highlight the small businesses in our communities and show them appreciation for all they do. These businesses donate a percentage to TTF, and we are so grateful to them investing in the education of students in Tanzania.

Take time today to visit a small business in your area and show them you care—trust us, it'll mean the world to them. Tag your favorite small businesses in the comments so everyone else can get to know them too! Our faves are listed as well 👇🤗

Haven’t ordered your See’s Candies gift yet? You still have time! Order by Dec 1st so your delicious gift will arrive in time for Christmas. And bonus, a percentage of your order will go to Toa Tumaini students’ education 😃

Click the link below👇 to deliciousness.
https://www.yumraising.com/secure/toatf_toa_tumaini_foundation3/HanBak9561/candy

It's and we wanted to take some time to explain just how far your dollars go when you donate to TTF's programs.

Did you know that your donations provide more than education for children? They support entire families in our community.

Many caregivers have an extremely limited income. This means they're faced with the difficult decision of sending their children to school or feeding and clothing them. Sometimes, they need to decide which child to send to school because they can't afford to send all of them. On top of that, the lack of access to quality nursery schools and Pre-K programs makes it difficult for parents to leave their homes in order to find work to support their families, making this a vicious cycle.

We know you have plenty of worthy causes to choose from on Giving Tuesday and picking the right one can be overwhelming. Choosing to donate to our Planting Roots Campaign right now means you are choosing to provide quality education to children in Tanzania, and it also means removing the stress from already overburdened guardians. Your generosity has far-reaching impacts.

Donate to the Planting Roots campaign for today!

https://donorbox.org/planting-roots

Meet S. This young man has been part of Toa Tumaini’s programs since we opened our doors in March of 2012. Back then, he was a sweet little 4-year-old with a knack for sports and a love of learning. However, his family struggled to afford school fees and other costs associated with his education (such as shoes, uniforms, and school supplies). His enrollment into our programs allowed them to breathe a sigh of relief.

Today, S attends secondary school and dreams of being the president of Tanzania.

When we build our own school space, we’ll have the honor of educating many more future presidents of Tanzania. And you’re a key piece of this equation. Help us build our new school by donating today.

https://donorbox.org/planting-roots

Happy Thanksgiving!🦃 We are grateful to everyone who has supported our mission to provide quality education to our students in Tanzania. Thank you!

Have you ever asked your child what they want to be when they grow up? Though we know the importance of letting kids be kids, we believe it's equally important to teach them to dream of their future. But this all starts with hope because if a child doesn't think their goals are reachable, they are less likely to fight for them. Here at Toa Tumaini, we've made it our mission to empower kids in Tanzania to believe in and reach for their dreams.

Swipe to see some of the real dreams of our students.

is just ONE week away. This year, donate to the Planting Roots campaign and help students bring their dreams to life.

https://donorbox.org/planting-roots

Did you know that Tanzania is home to one of the largest populations of Masai giraffes, or twigas, in the world? 🤩 They are listed as an endangered animal. These gentle giants can be found in their natural habitat in the Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Conservation Area. 🦒

Meet V! She is one of the students who has been with Toa Tumaini’s programs since the very beginning. When we first met V, she was four years old, attending our nursery school. Now, twelve years later, she's a thriving 16-year-old in secondary school.

Twelve years ago, we couldn’t have dreamt of the impact your donations and Toa Tumaini’s programs would have on her life. But here we are.

As we continue to fundraise for our Planting Roots Campaign, please consider helping us continue our impact on the lives of kids just like V. Your donations will help us build a permanent school space to continue empowering Tanzania’s youth.

Donate today! https://donorbox.org/planting-roots

🧡 This time of year always leaves us feeling grateful. 🧡

We've been able to accomplish so much these last 12 years. When we first started Toa Tumaini, we never thought we'd be where we are today. But thanks to our community of donors and volunteers, we've come so far, and we are beyond humbled.

With your donations, we've been able to provide more than 7 jobs, educate more than 100 students, and provide access to healthcare to more than 30 students. THANK YOU!

Tell us, what accomplishments are you thankful for this year?

📢 WE HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT! 📢

We recently learned that we will need to leave the school space we have been renting for the past several years, and on short notice. While we’ve had a great relationship with our landlord over the years, she is ready to repurpose the space. This was devastating news for us, as our team has really made the space something special, and the place our students call home. We were able to negotiate to stay until June of 2024, but that gives us less than a year to find a new location for our school.

We continue to run our daily programs and staff our school as we always have. But behind the scenes, we have been working diligently to figure out how to make faster progress towards the Planting Roots Campaign.

With the new looming deadline of June 2024 ahead, we've set a goal to purchase land and build the nursery school phase of our school by June as well.

The new plan will be completed in phases and will cost us $25,000. But in order to break ground, we need to purchase land and necessary supplies. The good news is that we have a couple of donors who are willing to match our first $9,000 raised!

Will you consider donating to the Planting Roots Campaign to help us raise money for our new school? Remember, your donation can make double its impact with the matching donors!

https://donorbox.org/planting-roots

We just launched a See's Candies fundraiser! You can snag some holiday gifts, like delicious peanut brittle and mouth watering truffles, or just stock your house with tasty assorted chocolates. A percentage of your order benefits children's education in Tanzania. Order below👇 by December 1st for your holiday candy!

https://www.yumraising.com/secure/toatf_toa_tumaini_foundation3/HanBak9561/candy

Special thanks to everyone who came out for our first ever escape room fundraiser, and to our new friends at for hosting us. Our participants had a ton of fun solving their rooms and raising money for education in Tanzania.

Congrats to our amazing 🌟 students who are graduating primary school! 🎓 We are so proud of their hard work and dedication and we can't wait to see all the amazing things they do next year in secondary school 🤩

New here? Welcome! Here's a little rundown of who we are.

Toa Tumaini started in 2012 with the goal of supporting and empowering local Tanzanian efforts surrounding education. Since then, we've been able to help:
100+ children have access to quality education,
provide 7+ jobs to local community members,
ensure 30+ students had access to healthcare.

We're passionate about serving our students and their community in rural Tanzania with the best care, respect, and attention to detail. We've been so lucky to work with so many amazing people, and we can't wait to see what's next for us.

We'd love to get to know you and learn how we can help you become involved in our students' lives and their community, too. Send us a message, and let's work together!

It's the spookiest 👻 time of year and Halloween isn’t complete without a boga, or pumpkin 🎃 Get into the spirit of Halloween and add this traditional word to your vocabulary!

Help us brew success for education in Tanzania! 🤩 Join us in supporting a brighter future for students by contributing to our coffee fundraiser with Luna Cafe and Roastery. A percentage will be donated to Toa Tumaini programs. Click the link below 👇 to get your cup of joe!
https://lunacafe.com/products/toa-tumaini-tanzanian

Looking for something fun to do inside as the weather gets colder? We've got you covered!

Snag tickets to our limited-space escape room fundraiser coming up on November 5th!

Join us at Lock Chicago in Evanston from 10:15-11:30 am on Sunday, November 5th. Try and escape your room while raising money to educate children in Tanzania.

We still have several spots left, but we don't think they'll be around for long. Reserve yours today via venmo or Paypal:

Tag a friend you'd like to go with!

What do escape rooms and TTF have in common...?

They're joining together to raise money for education in Tanzania!

We're hosting an escape room fundraiser in November and we would love for you to be there. Check out the details below:
When: Sunday, Nov. 5th 10:15-11:30am.
Where: Lock Chicago, Evanston IL
Cost: $40/ticket. Pay via venmo or paypal

*NOTE: You must have paid for your ticket ahead of time to participate. Space is limited, so get your tickets quickly!

“A good education is a foundation for a better future.” —Elizabeth Warren

We couldn't agree more with this quote by U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren .

One of the key reasons that TTF's programs are so important is that they lay the foundation for a better future for children in Tanzania. We believe that education is the starting point of the future children deserve.

It's no secret that girls all over the world face many obstacles when it comes to achieving their dreams, even more than their male counterparts.

Today, let's celebrate by honoring the incredible girls whose futures become brighter when they receive an education.

You can help girls in Tanzania attend school, paving the way for their dreams, by visiting our website and donating today.

https://www.toatumaini.org/donate1.html

👻👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Trick or treat! Halloween is almost here and it’s the perfect time to start dreaming of our students' future careers! Join us in encouraging Toa Tumaini students to stay focused and motivated for what lies ahead. They know that with hard work and dedication to studies, they can make their dreams come true! 💪

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🌍 Today, let's take a minute to appreciate the smiles from students in Tanzania. Just like smiles, education has the power to bring light and joy to the world. 🤗

Do you enjoy escape rooms? How about raising money for a good cause? Then we have something we know you'll enjoy.

We are so excited to announce our first-ever escape room fundraiser with our friends at Lock Chicago Escape Rooms in Evanston, IL.

Join us on Sunday, November 5th at 10:30 am to work together with your group, solving the puzzles and trying to "escape" or beat your challenge.

Cost: $40/ticket. Pay via venmo or paypal

Lock Chicago will be donating 25% of ticket sales to TTF to help provide education for children in Tanzania.

*NOTE: You must have paid for your ticket ahead of time to participate. Space is limited, so get your tickets quickly!

Tag a friend you'd like to go with.

Special thanks to everyone who participated in our squares fundraiser! This is one of our favorite fundraisers to host and we know many of you love it too. Together we raised over $1,000 to help build the kids at TTF a new school.

While the school year is just starting here in America, our students in Tanzania are nine months into their academic year! (In TZ, the new school year begins in January of each year).

Here they are, hard at work 📚

Swahili word of the day: Coffee (kahawa)

Because who doesn't need a cup of coffee on a Monday morning!

Did you know Tanzania is famous for its coffee beans? It's true. The foothills of Kilimanjaro are a great place to grow coffee beans. We have friends in Tanzania who can take you on an AMAZING coffee and waterfall tour. You'll visit a real coffee farm and learn about their growing and harvesting, and get to take part in making your very own cup of joe. Afterwards, you can enjoy a scenic hike to the jaw-dropping Materuni Waterfalls

Chips Mayai is a popular Tanzanian dish that can easily be found in the streets of towns and cities across the country. It's a simple yet delicious dish made of potatoes, eggs, onions, tomatoes, and spices. 🥔🍳

It's a unique and scrumptious snack, often enjoyed with a cup of chai or as a light meal. 🍵 Do you love trying new dishes? Have you ever had Chips Mayai? 🤔

Click the link below👇 to make some this weekend!
https://www.thekitchn.com/chips-mayai-recipe-23158689

Care for Kids Day is all about making sure our future generations are safe, healthy, and loved! 💕 Join our village to learn how you can help give Toa Tumaini kids the best start in life!

Today is National School Picture Day, and we’re thinking of all of those smiles happening across the US. Though Tanzania doesn’t celebrate this, our students are bringing their best smiles as well! We think it’s gonna be a pretty bright day 😃

With a little help from our fav mini volunteers, our squares board is officially ready for Sunday’s big game.

As always, big thanks to our squares players for helping us raise money for education in Tanzania.

Good luck!!

One of our all time favorite fundraisers is only one week away!The Bears Vs. Packers football game is quickly approaching. But you're in luck... we still have a few squares left.

This fundraiser is a ton of fun because you can win money and it adds extra excitement to your Sunday game viewing. Plus, you can help us build a school. How much cooler can it get?

Ready to play? Remember, just follow these 3 steps:
1️⃣ Choose the number of squares you want (remember, each square gets you a chance to win) and leave a comment here letting us know how many we should reserve for you.
2️⃣ Pay us for your squares ($20/square). Payment options include paypal , venmo , or check made out to Toa Tumaini Foundation. Once all of the squares are purchased, we will randomly assign each person's space.
3️⃣ Tune in to the game on September 10 at 3:25 to see if you win!

But hurry because these squares won't last long!

Building a school offers long-term benefits to the local community, from providing educational opportunities to creating jobs and boosting the local economy. The establishment of a school has the potential to have a positive and lasting impact on the lives of generations to come. Join us on this journey. Click the link below to learn more!

https://www.toatumaini.org/our-plan.html

Nonprofit organizations that build schools provide reliable services and resources to the community, such as access to quality education and resources. That's why we're wanting to plant permanent roots in Tanzania. Interested in joining us? Click the link below to find out more!

https://www.toatumaini.org/our-plan.html

Building a school gives Toa Tumaini students a permanent home for their educational needs. Providing a space for TTF teachers and students will allow no limitations to be made when creating ways to support the local community. We'd love for you plant roots with us! Click on the link below to learn more!

https://www.toatumaini.org/our-plan.html