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Education Sponsorship Program

The Sasamani Foundation is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Sasamani provides access to holistic education sponsorships to students from vulnerable families in Bagamoyo, Tanzania, with an emphasis on empowering girls. 


The Education Sponsorship program currently supports 200 students and partners with five local schools in Bagamoyo. This support spans from secondary school all the way through college, ensuring that students have access to quality education and opportunities for a brighter future.

 

The program’s impact is profound in Tanzania, where access to secondary education is limited due to factors such as poverty and indirect schooling costs, long distances to schools, limited access to learning materials, and gender disparities, with girls facing higher dropout rates due to factors like child marriage and inadequate sanitation facilities. 


With support from our donors, The Sasamani Foundation addresses these barriers by providing holistic support, including: meals, room and board, health insurance, stationary, and other school supplies, along with support from a Sasamani social worker.

Impact Stories

SHUFAA J

ZENA MWANDEI

ZENA MWANDEI

 From: Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Current Status: Sasamani Sponsorship Graduate 

Job: Primary School Teacher   


What impact has Sasamani had on your life?

“Sasamani believed in me when I needed it most. Through the Education Sponsorship Program, I was able to complete my studies and achieve my dream of becoming a teacher. Today, I am a government pri

 From: Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Current Status: Sasamani Sponsorship Graduate 

Job: Primary School Teacher   


What impact has Sasamani had on your life?

“Sasamani believed in me when I needed it most. Through the Education Sponsorship Program, I was able to complete my studies and achieve my dream of becoming a teacher. Today, I am a government primary school teacher and I am proud to be in a position where I can give back. My goal is to continue to support children who are struggling to stay in school by helping with school supplies and encouraging them to keep learning. I believe that when one person is given an opportunity, they can create opportunities for many others. Thank you, Sasamani, for changing my life and inspiring me to make a difference in the lives of others”.

— Shufaa, Education Sponsorship Graduate & primary school teacher

ZENA MWANDEI

ZENA MWANDEI

ZENA MWANDEI

 From: Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Area of study: Diploma in Medical Laboratory 

Future Plan: Laboratory Technician


How did Sasamani make a difference in your life in 2025? 

“Sasamani’s support in my education has helped me stay focused on achieving my dream of working in healthcare. Studying Medical Laboratory Sciences is helping me turn that dream i

 From: Bagamoyo, Tanzania

Area of study: Diploma in Medical Laboratory 

Future Plan: Laboratory Technician


How did Sasamani make a difference in your life in 2025? 

“Sasamani’s support in my education has helped me stay focused on achieving my dream of working in healthcare. Studying Medical Laboratory Sciences is helping me turn that dream into reality, and the sponsorship has encouraged me to keep going even when challenges arise. I am proud of how far I have come and excited about my future.”

— Zena M., Sasamani Sponsored Student

Impact by the Numbers

 

  • 279 students have been supported through Sasamani’s Education Sponsorship Program since our inception.
  • 200 students were sponsored in 2025, receiving educational support to help them stay in school and pursue their self-set educational goals.
  • 100% (30 students) of eligible Sasamani-sponsored students graduated from middle school in 2025, with an average passing mark of Second Class. All graduates will continue on to higher education in 2026, with no students dropping out or experiencing early pregnancy—a 100% completion rate that reflects their commitment to their education and future goals.
  • 100% (total 9) of eligible Sasamani-sponsored students graduated from vocational training or college in 2025, successfully completing the Sasamani Education Sponsorship Program.
  • 70% of graduates surveyed in Sasamani’s first post-graduate survey in 2025 reported formal employment and 30% reported informal employment, demonstrating that a significant proportion of Sasamani-sponsored graduates are entering income-generating roles that support themselves and their families. (Post-graduate survey tracked 22 of 79 total graduates.) 
  • Between 2021 and 2024, 4 out of 5 Sasamani students reported feeling more optimistic about their future, highlighting the positive impact of Sasamani's programs on their confidence and aspirations. 

Sponsor A Student

Sponsor a Student

When you sponsor a student, you make a transformative, positive impact on a student's life, and in turn, a ripple of positive change for their families and their community. 


A $40 monthly or $480 annual donation covers a student's school fees from middle school through college and ensures each student's basic needs are met such as food, boarding costs, health insurance, hygiene and school supplies, and transportation.

How Sponsorships Work

 

  1. Sponsor a student today through the Donate button below.
  2. You receive a welcome letter from our Education Director, a detailed student profile, further information about the sponsorship and ways you can get more engaged and support the student's learning journey.
  3. See the student(s) you sponsor flourish and their life changing! You will keep in touch through the exchange of letters. And our Education Director will keep you updated on their progress too. 
  4. Sponsorships are 100% tax deductible. ​


Still have questions? Please reach out to us anytime and we'll be happy to answer them: marcy@thesasamanifoundation.org

Sponsor a Student

Make a difference today. Empower Communities. End Poverty. 

Sponsorship Brochure

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The Sasamani Foundation empowers students, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, by providing educational opportunities and personal development support. We believe that with support and with inner drive, students can overcome barriers and achieve lasting impact.

— Gladness Kulola, Education Director

The Sasamani Foundation

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