IMPACT REPORT: 2023
Last year alone, Empower Tanzania…
Added ENVIRONMENT as a Pillar of Impact, aligning our priorities with those of Tanzania
Acquired electricity and 2 vendors for our market stalls at Kirinjiko Farm Plot
Renewed our Fair Trade Federation Membership, launched NEW products, and started offering ethical tourism workshops for Vumwe Designs, our Fair Trade Social Enterprise
Celebrated the handing over of a Milling Machine operation to the Community Health Workers and Tanzanian Government in the Western Zone of Ruvu (this grain mill will operate to fund stipends for CHWs)
Partnered with Africa Ahead to complete team training focused on health topics and behavior change for sustainable community development
Began preparations to expand our Health programming in the Manyara Region of Tanzania in 2024
Educated thousands of people with public health topics through our Community Health Educators in every ward of Same District
Launched hydroponics and bag growing pilot projects to grow tomatoes and vegetables in buckets and bags with the goal of equipping families with urban farming skills for food security
Supported 50 students through our program at the Same Learning Center
Empower Tanzania was founded in 2008 and celebrated 15 years of empowerment in 2023!
“In 2023, Empower Tanzania celebrated 15 years of empowerment! Throughout each of those fifteen years, our organization has evolved to meet the changing needs for the communities we serve in Tanzania. From educational initiatives to economic independence, our dedication to sustainable change has been demonstrated through meaningful empowerment initiatives. As we continue our remarkable journey of impact in rural Tanzania, we are reflecting on what has been accomplished in the last decade and a half by working together for positive change.
Your support has allowed us to reach these achievements and contributed to our success in strengthening communities. As we look forward to the next chapter, your generosity is essential to fulfilling our vision amidst ever-evolving challenges in the world. We envision that our essential health programs are expanded to new areas, economic opportunities are abundant, children receive quality education that encompasses vital life topics, and communities are empowered to manage land and resources and families are equipped to grow their own nutritious crops using modern methods. Your donation is more than just a gift that helps provide stable funding for our ongoing programs; it’s also a commitment to creating a more just and equitable world.”
Empower Tanzania is committed to creating sustainable change, in partnership with people living in rural Tanzania, through community-led solutions.
WHERE WE WORK
The United Republic of Tanzania was formed as a sovereign state in 1964 when Tanganyika and Zanzibar united, making Tanzania the largest country in East Africa. Tanzania is situated just south of the equator in sub-Saharan Africa. Tanzania has a population of approximately 55 million and over half of the population are children. The primary languages spoken are English and Swahili, although many tribal languages are spoken also.
A majority of the population lives in rural areas where poverty is the greatest, and our work is generally focused on rural communities. Safe water is not accessible to a majority of Tanzanian households. Gender-based violence affects one-third of all women in Tanzania. Only 16% of women and 23% of men are educated past the elementary level. (CIA Government Data Library, 2020)
Empower Tanzania serves the Kilimanjaro Region through programs in health, education, economic empowerment, and agriculture/environment. We work in partnership with Tanzanians to find sustainable solutions to many of the challenges that impact their quality of life. We are expanding into new regions in Tanzania in 2024!
OUR PROGRAMS
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ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT LOOKS DIFFERENT IN EVERY COMMUNITY, AND TENDS TO BE WOVEN INTO NEARLY EVERY PROJECT.
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EDUCATION
WE BELIEVE THAT WHEN YOU EMPOWER A WOMAN, SHE CHANGES HER CHILDREN AND, ULTIMATELY, A WHOLE VILLAGE CAN BE TRANSFORMED.
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ENVIRONMENT
WE BELIEVE THAT INCLUDING THE ENVIRONMENT AS AN ESSENTIAL PILLAR OF IMPACT IS IMPERATIVE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE.
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HEALTH
ACCESS TO HEALTH INFORMATION IS IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN RURAL TANZANIA AND BUILDING RESILIENCY WITHIN COMMUNITIES.
In October of 2023, Empower Tanzania lost an amazing leader when Phil Latessa passed away. Phil will be incredibly missed by so many people around the world. As one of our founding members, former Executive Director, and Board President, Phil led Empower Tanzania as a force for good with unwavering guidance and empowers us to continue our mission. Phil visited Tanzania over 30 times and was made honorary chief of two tribes of Maasai. He touched countless lives through his international impact and leaves an inspiring legacy. We will be eternally grateful for the change he created in Tanzania and beyond!
We raised over $15,000 for our 2023 year-end campaign dedicated to Phil Latessa. Thanks for Phil-ing up our cup! Your support propels our programs!
““If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.””
Empower Tanzania has a dedicated staff in Tanzania who collaborates with our entire team, volunteer Board of Directors, and many wonderful partners, volunteers, and donors who support our life-changing work. Together, we make a difference!
To all of our supporters, we are so grateful for your generosity that makes our work possible.
An extra THANK YOU to our Wezesha Circle Members for your continued commitment! Your consistent contributions propel our programs.
JOIN OUR GENEROUS DONORS AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Revenues: $321,382
Expenses: $438,032
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
ASSETS
Cash & Equivalents
Farm Plots
Other Assets
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES
Liabilities
NET ASSETS
Restricted
Unrestricted
Net Revenue
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
$225,502
$4,123
$32,187
$261,812
$24,527
$197,092
$40,193
$261,812