About Us | Nourish Tanzania

Our Story

From a Small Town, a Big Mission

Nourish Tanzania was born from a simple but powerful belief: that no child should have to choose between going to school and getting a meal. Founded in the tight-knit community of Pilley's Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, our organization has grown from a grassroots initiative into a registered Canadian charity making a real difference in Tanzania, Africa.

What began as a small group of dedicated individuals concerned about child hunger in East Africa has evolved into an established organization with ongoing programs that serve hundreds of children every week. Our volunteers and supporters span from the shores of Newfoundland to the communities of rural Tanzania.

As a registered charity with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA #791982309RR0001), we operate with full transparency and accountability, ensuring that every dollar donated goes toward our mission of feeding and nurturing Tanzanian children.

What Drives Us

Our Mission & Vision

🎯 Our Mission

To provide nutritious meals and clean water to children in Tanzania through sustainable school feeding programs, while fostering local employment and community development. We aim to ensure that hunger is never a barrier to education.

🌟 Our Vision

A world where every child in Tanzania has access to daily nutritious meals, clean water, and the opportunity to pursue an education without the burden of hunger. We envision strong, self-sustaining communities where no child is left behind.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

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Compassion

Every child deserves kindness and care. We approach our work with empathy, treating every individual with dignity and respect.

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Community

We believe in the power of community — both here in Canada and in Tanzania. Lasting change happens when people come together.

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Transparency

As a CRA-registered charity, we are committed to open, honest reporting of our finances and impact to our donors and supporters.

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Sustainability

We invest in local staff and infrastructure to build programs that are sustainable and empowering for Tanzanian communities long-term.

People on the Ground

Our Dedicated Local Team

At the heart of Nourish Tanzania's operations are our three dedicated local employees in Tanzania. These individuals are the backbone of our feeding program, managing every aspect of daily meal preparation and distribution.

Our team members are trusted members of their local community who bring invaluable knowledge of local cuisine, cultural traditions, and the specific nutritional needs of the children we serve. By employing local staff, we not only ensure our programs are culturally appropriate and sustainable but also contribute to the local economy.

Three full-time staff members employed on the ground
Local purchasing of fresh ingredients from community markets
Daily meal preparation and service operations
Community liaisons and program coordinators

Where We Work

From Newfoundland to Tanzania

Our headquarters in Pilley's Island, Newfoundland, coordinates with our team on the ground in Tanzania to deliver programs that make a real difference.

🇨🇦 Canada — Headquarters

108 Main Street, Pilley's Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, A0J 1M0. Our Canadian base handles administration, fundraising, donor relations, and program coordination.

🇹🇿 Tanzania — Operations

Our on-the-ground operations in Tanzania directly serve children through school feeding programs, clean water initiatives, and kitchen infrastructure improvements.

Our Journey

Milestones Along the Way

Foundation

Charity Established

Nourish Tanzania was founded and registered with the Canada Revenue Agency as a charitable organization based in Pilley's Island, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Launch

School Feeding Program Begins

Our flagship school feeding program launched in Tanzania, providing daily nutritious meals to children and establishing the foundation of our ongoing work.

Growth

Clean Water & Kitchen Upgrades

Expanded operations to include clean water access at schools and began upgrading kitchen facilities with better equipment to serve more children efficiently.

Today

Ongoing Impact

With three local employees, upgraded kitchen facilities, and hundreds of meals served weekly, Nourish Tanzania continues to grow its impact and reach in Tanzanian communities.

About Nourish Tanzania