Makoi Foundation Reaches Over 40 Beneficiaries During Charity Visit to Ikwiriri Children Home
Publication: 2025 | Activity Date: 5 April 2025 | Location: Ikwiriri, Rufiji, Coast Region, Tanzania
Makoi Foundation successfully conducted its charity visit to Ikwiriri Children Home located in Ikwiriri, Rufiji, Coast Region, on 5 April 2025. The initiative brought together more than 120 friends, supporters, and volunteers of Makoi Foundation from Dar es Salaam and neighboring regions, demonstrating a strong collective commitment to community welfare and social responsibility.
Introduction and Objectives
As part of its core mission as a non-governmental organization (NGO Registration No. 00NGO/R/7708), Makoi Foundation works across the country to support vulnerable individuals, particularly those living in government-recognized care centers.
The primary objectives of the Ikwiriri charity initiative were:
- To provide essential humanitarian and material needs to the residents of Ikwiriri Children Home.
- To promote public education regarding charitable giving and supporting communities in need.
- To enhance institutional visibility and foster deeper community engagement.
Key Activities Undertaken
The day’s program featured a series of interactive and impactful activities designed to foster unity and bring joy to the children and caregivers at the center:
Introductions and Networking: During the journey from Dar es Salaam (Posta) to Ikwiriri, participants engaged in introductions, creating valuable networking and professional connections (connections) among members.
Games and Entertainment: Volunteers and participants joined the children in music, dancing, and various games, fostering a warm environment of love, happiness, and solidarity.
Educational Sessions: Participants attended insightful presentations and discussions led by representatives from I GO ABROAD.
Appreciation for Caregivers: The leadership of Makoi Foundation presented special token envelopes to the center’s management and caregivers to honor their dedication and tireless efforts in nurturing the children.
Distribution of Essential Supplies: The Foundation delivered a wide array of vital items to support the center’s over 40 beneficiaries.
Summary of Distributed Supplies
Makoi Foundation successfully handed over comprehensive support materials, including:
- Hearing aids (earing aids)
- Two-wheel wheelchairs
- Protective caps and prescription glasses for individuals with Albinism
- Specialized learning/sensory materials (midori) for children with autism
- School supplies and educational materials
- Food items and provisions
- Cleaning and hygiene supplies (soaps)
- Hardware supplies including door handles (vitasa vya milango) and bedsheets
Fundraising Achievements
Through the overwhelming generosity of donors, partners, and well-wishers, the Foundation successfully surpassed its initial fundraising goal of TZS 10,000,000, collecting a total of TZS 10,815,200. This financial milestone enabled the smooth procurement and distribution of all planned support items to the center.
Conclusion and Acknowledgements
The Ikwiriri charity initiative stands as a testament to what collective compassion and community action can achieve. Makoi Foundation extends its deepest gratitude to all leaders, donors, volunteers, and participants whose dedication made the event a resounding success.
Special recognition goes to the Office of the General Secretary for compiling the report, and to every individual who contributed financially, morally, or physically to bring hope to Ikwiriri Children Home.
Together, for better tomorrows.
Download the Full Report
The complete documentation, including detailed financial breakdowns and attendance registers, is available for public reference:
- Document: Report on Preparations for Ikwiriri Charity 2025 (PDF)
- Activity Date: 5 April 2025
- Location: Ikwiriri Children Home, Rufiji, Coast Region
- Prepared by: Office of the General Secretary, Makoi Foundation