Maasai Education Foundation

The Maasai Education Foundation (Foundation) was formed in November 2016 as a US 501(c)(3) public charity. The Foundation provides charitable support for the education of the Maasai people in the Arusha region of Tanzania, the mastery of the English language by Maasai children and adults, and educational exchange opportunities between Tanzania and the United States.  The Foundation bylaws stipulate that all Foundation board members and others will be unpaid volunteers. To date, more than 99% of donations have gone to programs rather than overhead like fundraising expenses, etc. The Foundation's primary activity is support for the Engaruka English Medium Primary School, which is operated by the Engaruka Community Initiative Organization. The children are taught in English. The school started operation in February 2017 with a pre-school and added one grade per year until grade 7 was first offered in 2024. More info on the Foundation is available at https://maasaieducationfoundation.org.