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Board of Directors
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Pastors Glorious & Josephine Shoo
Pastor Glorious & Josephine Shoo are the pioneers of New Life Foundation, an organisation that was founded by God over 10 years ago. They have various educational qualifications including Bachelor of Arts in Bible Theology and Diplomas in Bible & Church Ministries. In addition to their work and overseeing of New Life Foundation, Glorious pastors the local Moshi ICC church and Josephine has begun a branch of the church, where she ministers to the local villagers. She is also an author and involved in prime time radio ministry.
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Rev.Elingarami Munisi - Chairman of the Board Rev Elingarami Munisi has just completed his MBA and also holds a BA in Bible and Theology from the Global University. He is a Senior Pastor at Kawe TAG (Tanzania Assembly of God) and in addition works as a National Director for the Discipleship and Literature Department of TAG since 2008. |
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Mr Israel Ndanshau Israel Ndanshau is currently the Fund Manager for Equity Tanzania and prior to this has held a number of managment positions in forestry and agricultral industries. Educationally he has an MBA in Industrialisation & Management from the RVB Institute, Maastricht and a B.Sc (Hons) in Forestry from the University of Dar-es-Salaam. He is married with 5 children and speaks three languages - English, Kiswhahili and Kichagga.
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Mr Lucky Yona Lucky Yona has an MBA in Finance from ESAMI and a BComm (Accounting) from the University of Dar-es-Salaam. A BTheology degree from the USA and a CPA from the National Board of Accountants and Auditors of Tanzania. He has worked with various organisations as a Business Manager, College Bursar, Chief Accountant and Financial Administrator. Previously he has also taught at Nyegezi Social Training Institute. Currently he teaches MBA courses at ESAMI Business School and is undertaking his DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) studies with Maastricht School of Management, Netherlands. He is a specialist in the areas of Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, International Finance and Management Accounting. |
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In Him are hidden all treasures of wisdom and knowledge
Colossians 2:3
About Us
New Life Foundation is an international charitable organisation which was established in 2001 by Pastor Glorious and Josephine Shoo as a response to the desparate poverty affecting thousands of children in Tanzania.
It exists to provide one of the best methods of erradicating poverty in this developing country. This method is the provision of a holistic education and 24/7 care of the most vulnerable children in Moshi and surrounding districts.
The foundation encompasses a boarding school (Fountain of Hope), babies home (Fountain of Zoe), a home for at-risk teenage girls (Fountain of Joy) and community outreach programmes (Fountain of Love). Over 480 children are now being cared for, educated and loved at various sites around Moshi.
NLF is dedicated to ensuring that any child regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, religion or financial circumstances is given the opportunity of an education, a loving home & support to enable them
to reach their potential and positivity effect their world.
God gives vision and provision for the vision
FAQ
What is the mission statement of New Life Foundation?
Helping children overcome the limitations of poverty, life experiences, colour and background.
Where is New Life Foundation situated?
New Life Foundation is situated in Moshi, Tanzania, East Africa. There are also international representatives of NLF worldwide, click here for contact details.
How much does it cost to sponsor a child through New Life Foundation?
It costs USD67 per month to sponsor a child through New Life Foundation. 99% of the sponsors funds are used for the education and care of the sponsored child and 1% is used to cover the administration costs of sponsorship.
Does New Life Foundation host mission teams?
Yes, details re Mission Trips are available from your country's NLF representative or NLF Tanzania.
Can I share sponsorship of a child at NLF with someone else?
Shared sponsorship is a wonderful way of being involved when budgets, circumstances or finances are not able to support a full sponsorship. Details of shared sponsorships are available from your local NLF representative or contact NLF Tanzania.
How does a child sponsored at NLF impact their family and community life?
A child educated at NLF will bring hope, opportunity and faith to their family and local community. The life skills and excellence in education will ensure each child has the potential to earn an income substantially above that earned by many families without these opportunities. Also their outreach experiences at NLF will prepare and encourage them to return to their local communities to contribute their skills, time and faith.
What does the cost of sponsoring a child cover regarding their care and education?
The monthly sponsorship payment covers all the costs of: school fees, daily meals, housing, uniforms, medical care, exam fees, stationery and any additional day to day expenses.
Hows does the cost of sponsoring a child through NLF differ from those of other well known charitable organisations?
The cost of sponsoring a child through New Life Foundation can at times be more expensive than other well known charitable organisations. This is due to New Life Foundation, Fountain of Hope being a Boarding School which means the children are cared for 24/7. Their sponsorship costs cover clothes, uniforms, meals, stationery, medical care, exam fees etc. The students at NLF receive a holistic education including life skills, excellence in education and community outreach programmes. Other well known organisations sponsorships cover 1 meal per day, school fees, uniforms and some medical care.
How can I contact my sponsored child?
You can contact your sponsored child any time you chose, birthdays and Christmas are especially meaningful dates for them. Gifts and cards are often sent through Mission Teams that may be travelling from your country - contact your local NLF office for details. Cards and small gifts can be sent to the postal address for NLF Tanzania.
How often will I hear from my sponsored child?
The sponsored students write letters and cards which are sent to their sponsors at Easter and Christmas each year. For the nursery school and younger primary children who are still learning to write, they will often draw pictures and their teachers will write on their behalf.
Are there any other ways of supporting NLF financially, other than sponsoring a child?
The work that NLF does through the Fountain of Hope schools also includes building and expansion costs that are not covered by the sponsorship payments (as these go directly to the students). One off donations or payments are also welcome, these can be facilitated by clicking on the 'donate today' button on the website Home page.
What is New Life Foundation's privacy policy regarding sponsors and the students?
All the correspondence to or from sponsored students or from the parent/caregiver is filtered through the Students Sponsorship Programme Department (NLF-SSP). This ensures privacy is maintained for the sponsors, the children and their relatives. Asking for money or anything from the sponsors is strictly forbidden and this behaviour is not tolerated from Parents/caregivers or any of the students.
Are there any volunteer positions available at New Life Foundation?
From time to time there are volunteering opportunities available at New Life Foundation. If you are interested in serving in Tanzania, please contact your local NLF representative or alternatively contact Pastor Glorious & Josephine Shoo direct through email or their postal address.
What type of gifts are suitable to sent my sponsored child?
Gifts that are suitable to send to your sponsored child could include: Bible story books, drawing books, water colour paints, stickers, crayons, coloured pencils, small musical instruments, balls, toy cars, flash cards, shirts, shorts, clothes, t-shirts, pencils, your photo or family photos, devotional books for children, story books, hair brushes, games etc.
Please note: When sending any parcel to your sponsored child, please do not write the value on the outside of the parcel. Just write "DONATED GIFTS" or "NO COMMERCIAL VALUE". Please send a letter separately showing the list of the things you have sent and indicate that the gift is a donation and there is no commercial value. This will help NLF to be exempted customs and duty charges.
How are children selected for sponsorship?
Children in need of care and education funded by sponsorship are referred to NLF by social workers, pastors and community workers. These children are then interviewed and their background and family circumstances confirmed before they are considered for sponsorship.
Are all the children at NLF Fountain of Hope orphans?
The majority of students at NLF are orphans (over 60%), others may have just one parent who is often sick and unable to work. The majority of the students at FOH come from difficult circumstances and their families/caregivers are unable to pay for their uniforms and supplies which are compulsary at state schools. Without the support of sponsors and the FOH, they would receive very little education if any at all.
Can I visit my sponsored child?
This can be arranged through your local NLF representative or NLF Tanzania. Sponsors have often come over to NLF, Tanzania as part of a Mission Team and enjoyed connecting and interacting with their sponsored children. There is something quite unique about seeing your sponsored child/children face to face and it confirms visually how happy, healthy and well educated these children are.
Are my donations or sponsorship payments tax deductible?
The tax deductiblity of your sponsorship or donation payments depends entirely on which country you reside in. Your local NLF representative office has the details of the tax position regarding your donations or you can contact NLF direct by email or post to request a receipt.
How well does Fountain of Hope compare with the performance of other schools in the same district?
Fountain of Hope students consistently perform better than many neighbouring schools. The current grade 7 students all passed their recent district state exams. In the Mathematical Association of Tanzania Junior 2010 Mathematics Contest - The 1st and 3rd prizes went to FOH students and a total of 11 students out of the top 30 were also students from FOH.
Any further questions, please feel free to contact us by email or post.
TANZANIA
Tanzania, (officially the United Republic of Tanzania) is a country in East Africa bordered by Kenya and Uganda on the north, Rwanda, Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo on the west and Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique on the south. To the east it borders the Indian Ocean.
Tanzania is mountainous in the northeast, where Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, is situated. To the north and west are the Great Lakes - respectively Lake Victoria (Africa's largest lake) and Lake Tanganyika (the continent's deepest lake, known for its unique species of fish) and to the southwest lies Lake Malawi whose elongated depression forms most of the country's border with Malawi. Central Tanzania comprises a large plateau, with plains and arable land. The eastern shore is hot and humid, with the island of Zanzibar lying just offshore.
Tanzania contains many large and ecologically significant wildlife parks, including the famous Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park in the north, and Selous Game Reserve and Mikumi National Park in the south. Gombe National Park in the west is known as the site of Dr. Jane Goodall's studies of chimpanzee behaviour.
Tanzania's recorded history begins around 1800, when the Maasai warrior tribes were migrating from Kenya to Tanzania. While the country's coastal areas had long witnessed maritime squabbles between the Portuguese and Arabic traders, it wasn't until the middle of the 18th century that Arabic traders and slaves dared venture into Maasai territory which was the country's unexplored interior. European explorers began arriving in the mid 19th century, the most famous being Stanley and Livingstone. The well known phrase "Dr Livingstone, I presume" arose from their famous meeting at Ujiji on Lake Tanganyika.
The country's name is a portmanteau of Tanganyika, which is the large mainland territory and Zanzibar, the offshore archipelago. The two former British colonies united in 1964, forming the United Republic of Tanganyika and Zanzibar, which later the same year, was renamed the United Republic of Tanzania.
Tanzania is a state composed of 26 regions (mikoa), including those of the semi-autonomous region of Zanzibar. The head of state is President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, elected in 2005. In 1996 government offices were transferred from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma, making Dodoma the country's political capital. Dar es Salaam however, remains the principal commercial city.
The current population of Tanzania is estimated at 43,601,000 and the median age is 18.5 years. Approximately 1,400,000 people are estimated to be living with AIDS which puts tremendous pressure on the health system that is not yet fully developed.
The two main religions are Christianity and Islam with various indigenous beliefs throughout the rural and tribal cultures. At present it is claimed there is no religious bias in the country’s political and civil administration.
Swahili and English are the two official languages of Tanzania, with English being the principal language of commerce. There are also many local African tongues, reflecting the tribal diversity of the country. Outside the cities and towns, far fewer local people speak English than in comparable areas in Kenya.
The economy is mostly based on agriculture, which accounts for more than 25% of GDP, provides 75% (approximately) of exports and employs 75% (approximately) of the workforce. Topography and climatic conditions, however, limit cultivated crops to only 4% of the land area. The nation has many natural resources including tin, phosphates, iron ore, coal, diamonds, gemstones, gold, natural gas and nickel. Lack of overall development however has hampered the extraction of these various resources and even up to the present time, there have been plans activated to develop the natural resource sector but no major quantifiable results.
Unfortunately even though it has been blessed with natural resources and a young, community based population – Tanzania is still among the 20 poorest nations in the world today. The reasons for this are varied and include: a lack of investment in infrastructure, political corruption, the AIDS epidemic which has ravaged the working population and created over a million orphans, lack of access to medical care, an education system that is overcrowded and under resourced and as a result of these and other factors, currently 75% of the population are living beneath the poverty line.
Contact Us
The international offices and representatives of New Life Foundation can be contacted as follows:
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Tanzania - (Head Office) Glorious & Josephine Shoo P. O. Box 7333 Moshi Tanzania East Africa
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David & Carol Schlachter USA Director New Life Foundation USA 3519 NE 15th Avenue Box 332 Portland OR 97212 USA
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