THANK YOU

Starting May 8th, more than 40 individuals walked, cycled or ran (virtually) across one of Africa’s most famous national parks as part of our Annual Serengeti Challenge and raised funds in support of women and girls in northern Tanzania.  Together we raised

$14,693

Our donation portal here will remain open until Sunday May 22.

With your help, TEMBO has been tremendously successful at giving adolescent girls an opportunity to study in secondary school and, where possible, continue on to vocational training. In addition, women in Longido are stronger and healthier thanks to your support for TEMBO’s micro-finance program, goat project and adult literacy classes.

But more than ever we need your help to continue our work.

The current global environment including the pandemic continues to impact how we work in Longido.  The health of the women and girls remains paramount and with only 4.7% of the Tanzanian population vaccinated, the pandemic is still a real challenge for the community. With rising inflation rates, the costs for essential goods including food, gas and toiletries are higher.

Funds raised during the Serengeti Challenge will help support a girl’s dream of an education, allow women to attend a skills development program and provide much needed essential health and sanitation supplies to stay safe during the global pandemic.

THE ROUTES

Elephant Route: A 60km route from the airstrip in the town of Seronera to the gate at Fort Ikoma.  Participants will receive a virtual Elephant Award for completing this course.

Gazelle Route:  A 100km route from the Naabi Hill Gate in the south to the Fort Ikoma Gate on the Northern boundary.  Participants will receive the virtual Gazelle Award for completion.

Goal: $30,000

Raised so far 50%

VIRTUAL MEDALS

Participants have the opportunity to earn one of 5 medals awarded for Distance and Fundraising Achievements.

Awarded to those who raise $100.

Did you know that $100 purchases 4 healthy sanitation kits for girls?

Thank you for your support.

Awarded to those who raise $500.

Did you know that $500 supports more than six months of adult literacy training for women in remote rural villages?

Thank you for your support!

Awarded to those who raise $1000.

Did you know that $1,000 sends 3 girls to secondary school complete with a new school uniform, bedding, books and a trunk?

Thank you for your support!

Walk, run or cycle 60 km.

Did you know that many women in Longido District walk 4-6 km every day to collect water for their family?

Walk, run or cycle 100 km.

Did you know that many children in Longido District walk 10 -14 km every day to get to school? Girls often walk together as they are afraid of the dangers they might encouter on their way.

Zebra Medal

Awarded to those who raise $100.

Did you know that $100 purchases 4 healthy sanitation kits for girls?

Thank you for your support.

Giraffe Medal

Awarded to those who raise $500.

Did you know that $500 supports more than six months of adult literacy training for women in remote rural villages?

Thank you for your support!

Lion Medal

Awarded to those who raise $1000.

Did you know that $1,000 sends 3 girls to secondary school complete with a new school uniform, bedding, books and a trunk?

Thank you for your support!

Elephant Medal

Walk, run or cycle 60 km.

Did you know that many women in Longido District walk 4-6 km every day to collect water for their family?

Gazelle Medal

Walk, run or cycle 100 km.

Did you know that many children in Longido District walk 10 -14 km every day to get to school? Girls often walk together as they are afraid of the dangers they might encouter on their way.

I Walk Because...

 

My name is Sesta and I live on the foothills of Mt. Longido with my mother and young sister. When I was in primary school, I had to walk 5 km downhill to school and then 5 km uphill coming home. I walked because I loved school and I wanted an education.

Today, I am in secondary school with the support of TEMBO. I have to be strong so that I can finish my studies. I think walking helped me to be strong.

All funds raised during The Serengeti Challenge will be used to support women and girls like Sesta pursue their dreams. TEMBO provides support for educational opportunities including formal education at the secondary and post-secondary level, and informal education for women in rural communities. As we continue to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and rising inflation, TEMBO works to keep girls and women healthy and safe and our programs open to all members of the Longido community.

SUPPORTING THE CHALLENGE

You can be a part of The Serengeti Challenge even if you are not walking, running or cycling.

Support a friend or family member who has signed up for the Serengeti Challenge. Your support will help motivate them to complete their walk, run or cycle.

Thank you for your support.