Chandu would wake up at 5AM to learn new magic tricks and create fun games for our family. He was all about FOOD, FUN and LEARNING. He used to say education is one of the most meaningful gifts a parent could give their children.

Chandu loved school, but due to a lack of finances, he didn't get the opportunity to go to college. This is the case for many young Tanzanians today.

Chandu ensured that his children and others who wanted to study could do so. For the students Chandu sponsored, he would say: let's make sure they have good food and are happy so they can focus on studying. It wasn’t just about books; it was about joy.

Chandu passed away in November 2019. While he may no longer be with us, his memory remains vibrant, and we are committed to preserving it. To honor his legacy, we are dedicated to upholding his values of food, fun, and learning, particularly by supporting what mattered to him the most: higher education.

Faithful to Chandu's vision and way of life, our sponsorship program incorporates the following:

1. FOOD: Not only meals, but housing, health insurance, transport costs and monthly allowance will be covered.

2. FUN: We want to know our students, check in on their well-being and take them on safari with us once a year!

3. LEARNING: We will sponsor their higher education in the field that best suits each student, be that university or vocational school. We support students who have passed Form 4/high school and are eager to learn but don't have the funding.

Ashura, 19 years, is one of 6 children raised by a single mother. She's determined and a go-getter! Ashura is studying refrigeration and air-condition repairing at a vocational school. It's a 3-year program.

Sebastian, 22 years, is the eldest of 6 children. His parents are maize farmers. He is studying to be an electrician at a vocational school. It's a 3-year program.

Doreen (15 years) and Dennis (11 years). Doreen and Dennis tragically lost her mother in June this year. This was a shock to all of us. Without their mother's support, Doreen and Dennis would not have been able to continue studying. We decided to sponsor their education and are committed to supporting their higher level education over time (whether it's university or vocational school).

Rophin, 19 years. He was working as a waiter when we met him. He displayed discipline and dedication in his job. We learned that he was eager to study but did not have the funds. Much of his income went into supporting his mother. We are excited to add Rophin to the program! Upon starting culinary and accommodation management school, a 3-year program, Rophin sent us this text:

"I have to thank you. I feel so happy today cause I am going to start my studies. It's a miracle I never knew a day like this would come in my life but thanks to the Almighty for sending you. I am so grateful."

Where is the money going?

Here's the breakdown of the costs, which includes education fees, boarding, food and transport.

1. Sebastian and Ashura: $550/year for two students for three years= $3300

2. Rophin: $1600/year for three years= $4800

3. Doreen and Dennis: boarding school for the next 2 years= $4000

5. Yearly safari trip for our students: $800/year= $800

Thank you for supporting Chandu's legacy of Food, Fun and Learning!

We are committed to sponsoring the education of these students who show great potential and are excited about learning! If you'd like to donate to a particular student or item (food, transport, safari), let us know :)

We hope, with your support, to grow this program every year.