helper (msaidizi) trust, Tanzania

WhatsApp Image 2023-07-06 at 1The helper (msaidizi) trust works in and around Kigoma, Tanzania and was brought into being through the experiences and vision of Andy Blake who was based in Kigoma as a pilot for MAF. Since 2009 the helper trust has developed the Sunshine Tuition Centre for primary and pre-school children which works with approx 55 children. Many graduates from the Sunshine tuition centre are supported in secondary school and some of those on to University (in total another 49 young people in 2023). 

Inevitably, there are medical needs which are beyond the financial reach of the local population and helper attempts to facilitate simple medical help inside Kigoma town, and when necessary to cover of transport costs, and paying for consultations and operations in hospitals as far away as the other side of the country.  In 2023 altogether that costs about £3,300 per month.

Here's the annual report and accounts which will also appear on the Charity Commission website and the September 2023 newsletter


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In the Uk the work of helper is supported via donations to Friends of helper which is a UK registered charity for tax purposes - the latest annual report and accounts are accessible via the Charity Commission website .  If you would like to support this work then please talk to Bridget Nightingale or Martyn Saunders, or via the church contact page.  There are regular emails and prayer meetings which it would be a delight to include you too.

Andy says, 'Jesus Christ sees each and every human being. He makes as precious and equal. As we allow ourselves to agree with His perspective,WhatsApp Image 2023-07-06 at 1 so we see His strategy for building the kingdom of heaven includes us. It's not complicated.' In a society where gender imbalance is a big issue, we believe investment in women is a strategically important choice when it comes to building community and nation. Similarly teaching boys and young men in an environment of respect and equality is important.
We are engaged in life-changing and horizon-widening, be it in preaching, teaching Secondary school girls, or access to a doctor or hospital. We acknowledge our responsibility to the whole person and in playing our small part in leading justice to victory through the Lord Jesus Christ.'

Andy talked at the church at helper on 9th July 2023 - you can see that here

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