Background:

Over the past several years, Project Zawadi has worked closely with four Model Schools in rural Tanzania to strengthen leadership, improve learning environments, and support long-term school improvement. Now, this work has expanded to 13 additional schools serving more than 9,300 students.

• Feed: Many students struggle to learn when they are hungry. Through school agriculture and meal programs, students will have improved access to nutritious food while schools build local systems that can sustain these efforts over time.

• Train: Students need great teachers. Through our Tenda Teachers program, educators will receive training, mentorship, and ongoing support designed specifically for rural Tanzanian schools.

• Lead: Lasting change requires strong leadership. We work alongside head teachers, school committees, and local education leaders to strengthen accountability, planning, and long-term problem-solving.

We believe meaningful school improvement happens when communities are empowered to lead their own progress. By combining food security, teacher development, and leadership support, we are helping schools create stronger learning environments for thousands of students.

Join Us:

Help us raise $125,000 this June to support the next generation of Model Schools in rural Tanzania. Click here to donate online.

Would you like to make your donation by check instead of credit card? Mail your donation to Project Zawadi, 253 Duke Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102.

Thank you to the leadership support from the following school sponsors who have committed to 8 of our 13 new schools!

• Rhonda Barona & Expanding Horizons
• Bowman Family Foundation
• Joe & Amy Cass
• Michael & Clare Kerins
• Malcolm & Mary Morris
• Diane & Gary Rumsey
• A memorial gift honoring Lynne Wadlinger Stryker