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Kushamiri is a Swahili word meaning “to flourish, thrive, and increase.” At Kushamiri Africa Foundation, we believe that every child in Africa deserves the opportunity to flourish.
We are a grassroots nonprofit organization committed to restoring hope, dignity, and economic self-sufficiency for widows, orphans, and vulnerable communities across Africa. Our mission is to empower children and families affected by extreme poverty, conflict, and neglect through sustainable, community-driven solutions.
Founded in the United States, our work now reaches some of the most underserved and war-affected regions of Africa—offering life-changing support and the chance to thrive.
We help poor people to break the cycle of poverty through education, build healthcare systems in remote areas to help poor people to stay healthier.
In early 2022, Pastor Menny Terry—born and raised in Tanzania, one of the most peaceful countries in Africa—felt a deeper call to missions. As a young missionary, he began traveling across Africa, especially to regions devastated by war and conflict. What he witnessed was heartbreaking: widespread poverty, broken communities, and children struggling to survive amidst the ruins of violence.
Most children were dropping out of school. Girls were being forced into marriage at a young age. Pastor Terry met hundreds of children who had been raped by militias and warlords. The devastation, cruelty, and injustice he witnessed pushed him to go beyond delivering a spiritual message.
While sharing the Gospel, Pastor Terry realized that many people were not only spiritually hungry—they were also in desperate need of food, education, shelter, and hope. He understood that true transformation would require both the message of Christ and tangible, ongoing support grounded in love and trust.
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Before Kushamiri found me, I had no one. I had lost my parents to war, and every day was a struggle to survive. Today, I’m back in school, I get regular meals, and I’ve learned that God hasn’t forgotten me. Kushamiri gave me a second chance to dream again.
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Working with Kushamiri Africa Foundation has transformed our school. Their support keeps girls in class who would otherwise be forced into early marriages. They’re not just changing lives—they’re changing communities.
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What sets Kushamiri apart is their deep compassion and unwavering faith. They care for the whole child—body, mind, and spirit. Being part of their work has strengthened my own walk with Christ and given me purpose.
