Giving Back

Thomson Safaris offers you numerous opportunities to support communities, education, and a better environment in Tanzania.

CONTRIBUTE TO KILIMANJARO PORTERS ASSISTANCE PROJECT

We support the Kilimanjaro Porters Assistance Project (KPAP), a non-profit branch of the International Mountain Explorer’s Connection (IMEC) that is committed to improving working conditions for porters.

In addition to being one of the leading members of KPAP, Thomson Safaris embodies KPAP’s principles on porter ethics. Profits are donated from every purchase you make at the Kilimanjaro Store to KPAP/IMEC.

CONTRIBUTE TO focus on Tanzanian communities

Thomson Safaris has a close relationship with Focus on Tanzanian Communities (FOTZC), which was started in 1997 by Judi Wineland, co-founder of Thomson Safaris, and past travelers. FOTZC is a 501(c)(3) charity that partners with Tanzanian communities to overcome economic and social challenges.

FOTZC is building future leaders and helping communities adapt to social changes through sustainable projects that improve education, support women’s economic empowerment, and provide clean water and healthcare. Many of these projects can be visited on our safari itineraries. For more information, or if you wish to make a tax-deductible contribution, please contact FOTZC at:

Focus on Tanzanian Communities
c/o Thomson Safaris
14 Mount Auburn Street
Watertown, MA 02472
www.fotzc.org
info@fotzc.org

Gifts

Many guests have asked us how they can send gifts to communities and staff they have met in Tanzania. We sincerely appreciate your generosity and thoughtfulness. However, we kindly ask that you refrain from sending gifts to our U.S. office for delivery to Tanzania. Logistically, this presents significant challenges, and we are unable to facilitate the shipping of items.

If you are interested in other opportunities to give back to Tanzanian communities, please consider donating to the organizations above.  

Thank you for your understanding and consideration!