School Sponsorships

Although the Tanzanian government has a policy of free education, the reality is that many children cannot afford to pay for the “extras” – the required uniform, books, stationery, fees for water and security guards and monthly haircuts. Therefore, many are still not receiving a formal education, especially in the area served by the Inner-City Programs.

English and math are the 2 weakest subjects in all the government primary schools.  To help mitigate this problem, Hope for the Future has started a nursery school where the instruction is in English.  This gives the children a head start in learning English.  During the vacation, math camps are held.  Hopefully, in the future English camps too can be added.

Completing work sheets of fractions. Students use Dupolo to learn!

Samia diligently trying to read a book. She is in nursery and learning to read.

Project School

The annual Project School fundraiser was created to help students overcome financial barriers to education. In November and December, Hope for the Future asks donors to purchase one or more sponsorships as a gift to honour friends and family. These gifts cover the extra school costs that most children cannot afford. When the new school year begins in January, our Inner-City Program children are ready with their uniforms, school supplies, fees and haircuts. Your gift of sponsorship during our Project School campaign will enable one or more children to attend school for the whole year! Students are also able to continue on to secondary school, where the fees are significantly higher.

Sponsorship Success Stories

Rose Mwaijumba (secondary school)
Rose Mwaijumba
Rose Mwaijumba is in secondary school. She was carried to the program when she was a baby and she learned to walk at the centre! A sharp mind and witty sense of humour make Rose stand out among her peers!
John Andersen (secondary school)
John Andersen
John has been with the Inner-city Program since toddlerhood. A dedicated student, he will take his Grade 11 government exam this month, moving on to High School for grades 12 and 13 in January.
Samia Hatibu (primary school)
Samia Hatibu
At five years old, Samia has already shown remarkable enthusiasm for learning. A Hope for the Future nursery graduate, she is poised for academic success in primary school.
Prosper Lyande (primary school)
Prosper Lyande
Prosper Lyande is in Grade 3. He was brought to the program before he could walk. Spending 2 years at the Hope for the Future nursery has given Prosper a good start in primary school.

In 2024, 210 primary and 100 secondary school students were eligible for sponsorships.

In 2025 this increased to 335 primary students and 120 secondary students!

In 2026 we are hoping to sponsor 338 primary students and 143 secondary students!

Please consider giving the gift of education on behalf of a loved one this Christmas. Sponsor an elementary student for CAD$85.00 or a secondary student for CAD$215.00. If you are donating multiple sponsorships to multiple recipients please share those details in your message.

If you are giving a sponsorship on someone else’s behalf, we have eCards you can send them to let them know! Click here to download and email to your recipient.

You can donate in any of these 3 ways:

  1. E-transfer to: hopeforthefuturetanzania@gmail.com (preferred method)

  2. Mail cheque to: Hope for the Future Ministries
    60 Osborne Corner Road,
    Osborne Corner, NB E4H 3V3

  3. Online: Use the form below and sponsor a child via the CanadaHelps donation platform. Send a personalized eCard directly to your loved one on behalf of the children.

Hope for the Future Ministries is a registered charity with CRA. All donations are tax deductible and go directly to the programs since the administrative work is done by volunteers.

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