More than 12 years ago, Focus on Tanzanian Communities (FoTZC) began as a small group of dedicated individuals who, after visiting schools in Tanzania with Thomson Safaris, became inspired to support education in a country full of so much hope but lacking the most basic resources. The journey led to the formation of Friends of Tanzanian Schools, which has funded infrastructure projects at more than 13 schools, improving education for more than 12,000 students annually.
We recently changed our name and adopted a new mission, allowing us to fund women’s empowerment, clean water, and healthcare initiatives while continuing to focus on education projects. We have an outstanding group of coordinators and community liaisons on the ground in Tanzania and a veteran, visionary board of directors, many of whom travel regularly to Tanzania. Most of all, Tanzanian communities themselves make up the heart and soul of our organization.
Formerly Friends of Tanzanian Schools
