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Friends of Tanzania

Partnering with Tanzanian communities to fund sustainable development projects, create connections, and share cultures since 1991.

FOT is a non-profit charitable and educational organization, a 501(c)(3). Our membership dues of $15 per year have continued to cover all our operating expenses since we started in 1991 due to our increasing membership. 100% of all donations we receive from FOT members goes to help support development projects in Tanzania. Each year FOT is able to send about $30,000 to support such projects and an

additional $15,000 is given for specific projects in our Member Designated Program. Our goals are:

To identify and support worthy projects in Tanzania. To collect and disseminate information on the life, culture and development of Tanzania. To bring together people interested in supporting Tanzania. We are all volunteers in the organization and operate out of the Washington, DC area with a mail box at P.O. Box 9123, Arlington, Virginia 22219-1123. As we are in close proximity to the Tanzanian Embassy, we have had a very good relationship with the Ambassadors to the USA from Tanzania and their staff.

03/23/2026

🌸 Join us for the Friends of Tanzania Spring Happy Hour! 🌸

Come connect with fellow Friends of Tanzania supporters and friends for a relaxed evening of conversation, community, and good vibes.

📅 March 26, 2026
⏰ 5:30 - 7:00 PM
📍 Shaw’s Tavern - 520 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC

Karibuni wote - everyone is welcome! 🇹🇿

03/07/2026

🌧️ Friends of Tanzania Rainy Season Funding Cycle is open! 🇹🇿

We are now accepting applications March 1 – April 30 for rural development projects in Tanzania implemented during the rainy season.

Friends of Tanzania is a volunteer-run nonprofit that funds sustainable projects typically ranging from 5–20 million TSH.

To apply, submit a Potential Partner Assessment, Project Application, and Detailed Budget by April 30.

Learn more and apply:
https://fotanzania.org/projects/

02/07/2026

✨ TONIGHT! You’re Invited to the Friends of Tanzania Winter Party 2026 ✨
Please come out even if you haven't registered!

Join Friends of Tanzania for a cozy winter evening of food, music, and community in celebration of Tanzania.

🥘 Bring a dish to share
🎶 Enjoy music and great company
💛 Reconnect with friends old and new
🎟️ Admission is free

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Friends Meeting of Washington, Assembly Room (2111 Decatur Place NW, Washington, DC)

👉 Register here:
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=af37a868-b5af-42d6-a6eb-13c17df6d08c&envId=p-sii_d3RVj0KXTGgNOEfiBw&zone=usa

We’d love to see you there! Bring a friend and help us make it a warm, welcoming night! 🌍💫

01/22/2026

✨ REMINDER! You’re Invited to the Friends of Tanzania Winter Party 2026 ✨

Join Friends of Tanzania for a cozy winter evening of food, music, and community in celebration of Tanzania.

🥘 Bring a dish to share
🎶 Enjoy music and great company
💛 Reconnect with friends old and new
🎟️ Admission is free

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Friends Meeting of Washington, Assembly Room (2111 Decatur Place NW, Washington, DC)

👉 Register here:
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=af37a868-b5af-42d6-a6eb-13c17df6d08c&envId=p-sii_d3RVj0KXTGgNOEfiBw&zone=usa

We’d love to see you there! Bring a friend and help us make it a warm, welcoming night! 🌍💫

01/05/2026

REMINDER! THIS FRIDAY!
❄️🍻 Join us for the Friends of Tanzania Happy Hour in Washington DC!
Reconnect with friends over bites and beverages at Above Board Bar at the Square DC.
📅 January 9, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 1850 K St NW, Washington, DC

All are welcome! Please share and invite other Friends of TZ!
Karibuni wote! 🇹🇿

01/02/2026

✨ You’re Invited to the Friends of Tanzania Winter Party 2026 ✨

Join Friends of Tanzania for a cozy winter evening of food, music, and community in celebration of Tanzania.

🥘 Bring a dish to share
🎶 Enjoy music and great company
💛 Reconnect with friends old and new
🎟️ Admission is free

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Friends Meeting of Washington, Assembly Room (2111 Decatur Place NW, Washington, DC)

👉 Register here:
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=af37a868-b5af-42d6-a6eb-13c17df6d08c&envId=p-sii_d3RVj0KXTGgNOEfiBw&zone=usa

We’d love to see you there! Bring a friend and help us make it a warm, welcoming night! 🌍💫

12/22/2025

❄️🍻 Join us for the Friends of Tanzania Happy Hour in Washington DC!
Reconnect with friends over bites and beverages at Above Board Bar at the Square DC.
📅 January 9, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 1850 K St NW, Washington, DC

All are welcome! Please share and invite other Friends of TZ!
Karibuni wote! 🇹🇿

12/16/2025

https://vimeo.com/741513581

This video features the work of our partner, The Africa School Assistance Project (ASAP), and their Idetemya Secondary School Library and Computer Lab Hybrid Facility Project.

Donations to Friends of Tanzania's General Fund are utilized for selected projects with partners vetted by FOT's experienced Projects Committee. For more information on how to join the organization, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please go to FOT's website, www.fotanzania.org. Asanteni na karibuni.

[Go to https://africaschoolassistanceproject.org/ to learn more about their programs.]

This video features the work of our partner, The Africa School Assistance Project (ASAP), and their Idetemya Secondary School Library and Computer Lab Hybrid Facility…

11/19/2025

https://vimeo.com/741512019

This video features the work of our partner, Jiamini, and their Nangwanda Girls Dormitory Project.

Donations to Friends of Tanzania's General Fund are utilized for selected projects with partners vetted by FOT's experienced Projects Committee. For more information on how to join the organization, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please go to FOT's website, www.fotanzania.org. Asanteni na karibuni.

[Go to https://jiamini.org/ to learn more about their programs.]

This video features the work of our partner, Jiamini, and their Nangwanda Girls Dormitory Project. Donations to Friends of Tanzania's General Fund are utilized…

11/04/2025

Friends of Tanzania will be gathering at Dacha Navy Yard this Thursday at 5:30pm. Come and join for some quality time with others who share connection to, and care for, Tanzania and its people.

10/28/2025

https://vimeo.com/741513229

This video features the work of our partner, The Lorna Dadi Foundation, and their Nisitiri Reusable Menstrual Pads Project.

Donations to Friends of Tanzania's General Fund are utilized for selected projects with partners vetted by FOT's experienced Projects Committee. For more information on how to join the organization, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please go to FOT's website, www.fotanzania.org. Asanteni na karibuni.

[Go to https://lornadadi.com/ to learn more about their programs.]

This video features the work of our partner, The Lorna Dadi Foundation, and their Nisitiri Reusable Menstrual Pads Project. Donations to Friends of Tanzania's…

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