Our Location
Lesiraa Village, Kisingo Ward, Arumeru District
Arusha, Tanzania
PO BOX 12653, Arusha, Tanzania
Empowering Lives in Lesiraa Village
Transforming Futures
Through Care and
Education
Shalom Centre is dedicated to providing education, care, and support to vulnerable children in Lesiraa Village, fostering hope and opportunity.
10+ Years
Serving the community
100+ Children
Supported annually
50+ Educated
Through our programs
20+ Children
Reunified successfully
About Shalom Centre
Shalom Centre, registered in July 2005 under the Non-Government Registration Act No. 24 of 2002 (Registration No. 00NGO/0878, updated to OONGO/R1/0076), is an NGO dedicated to ensuring quality education, addressing Violence Against Children (VAC) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV), securing livelihoods, and facilitating family reunification for vulnerable children, including street children, orphans, abandoned children, those from high-poverty areas, teenage mothers, victims of forced child marriage, and child heads of households.
Vision
Safe children and successful youths in a caring community.
Mission
Empowering and protecting children from all forms of abuse through advocacy, economic empowerment, and community awareness for productive lives.
Objectives
- Promote children’s rights in Tanzania.
- Provide temporary shelter and basic needs to vulnerable children.
- Assist government initiatives to eradicate issues facing vulnerable children.
- Lobby for policies and programs addressing VAC and GBV.
- Integrate children into mainstream society through education and training.
- Create public awareness on the rights and challenges of vulnerable children.
10+ Years
Of service to Lesiraa Village
Our Core Programs
Discover the initiatives empowering vulnerable children in Lesiraa Village.
Early Childhood Development
Holistic development for children aged 3-6 from the Maasai community.
- Nurturing care, stimulating play, and early learning opportunities.
- Mastery of Kiswahili language and foundational education.
- Health care, nutrition, and a safe environment for over 40 children annually.
Quality Education
Enhancing access to education for vulnerable children.
- Support for pre-primary, primary, secondary, tertiary, and vocational education.
- Provision of scholastic materials to improve academic performance.
- Addressing dropout due to family dysfunction and economic issues.
Family Reunification
Reintegrating children with stable relatives or families.
- Psychosocial support, counseling, and socialization.
- Education support and family tracing.
- Safe reunification with trusted family members.
Rescue Centre
Providing temporary shelter, psychosocial support, and basic needs for children in crisis.
Second Chance Education
Supporting child mothers to return to school after facing neglect and early pregnancies.
Community Outreach
Raising awareness on children’s rights and addressing VAC and GBV.
Income-Generating Projects
Running farming, curio shops, and internet cafés for sustainability and life skills.
Early Childhood Development
Holistic care and education for Maasai children aged 3-6.
Quality Education
Supporting school enrollment and academic success for vulnerable children.
Community Outreach
Advocating for children’s rights and addressing violence issues.
Rescue Centre
Providing shelter, support, and life skills for children in crisis.
Second Chance Education
Enabling child mothers to resume education with childcare support.
Income-Generating Projects
Sustaining programs through farming, curio shops, and internet cafés.
Support a Child Today
Your donation can transform a child’s life by providing education, healthcare, and a safe environment. Join us in making a difference in Lesiraa Village.
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Educational Programs
Children Reunified
Years of Service
Our Programs
Explore the initiatives that make a difference for vulnerable children.
Early Childhood Development
Holistic education and care for Maasai children aged 3-6 to ensure a strong start.
Read MoreQuality Education
Supporting enrollment and academic success for children facing social and economic barriers.
Read MoreRescue Centre
Providing temporary shelter, psychosocial support, and life skills for children in crisis.
Read MoreSecond Chance Education
Enabling child mothers to resume education with childcare support.
Read MoreIncome-Generating Projects
Sustaining programs through farming, curio shops, and internet cafés.
Read MoreFamily Reunification
Reintegrating children with stable relatives through counseling and support.
Read MoreDonation Options
Your contribution can transform the lives of vulnerable children in Lesiraa Village.
Basic Support
Your donation supports a child’s education with school supplies and resources.
Help provide essential educational materials to children in need.
Includes:
- School supplies for one child
- Monthly progress reports
- Recognition on our website
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Full Support
Your donation provides comprehensive support for a child’s education and healthcare.
Ensure a child receives both education and essential healthcare services.
Includes:
- Full educational sponsorship
- Healthcare support
- Monthly progress reports
- Personal thank-you letter
Child Sponsorship
Your donation supports a child’s holistic development, including education, healthcare, and psychosocial care.
Empower a vulnerable child with comprehensive support for a brighter future.
Includes:
- Education and healthcare support
- Psychosocial and life skills training
- Monthly progress updates
- Recognition as a key supporter
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about how you can support Shalom Centre and our programs.
How can I support a child?
You can sponsor a child’s education or healthcare by donating through our website.
What programs does Shalom Centre offer?
We offer Early Childhood Development, Quality Education, Family Reunification, Rescue Centre, Second Chance Education, Community Outreach, and Income-Generating Projects.
How are donations used?
Donations fund education, healthcare, shelter, and psychosocial support for vulnerable children in Lesiraa Village.
Can I volunteer at Shalom Centre?
Yes, we welcome volunteers! Contact us to learn about opportunities to support our programs.
How can I stay updated on your work?
Follow us on Facebook (Shalom Centre for Street Children) and Instagram (shalomcenterforstreetchildren) or sign up for our newsletter via the contact page.
Where is Shalom Centre located?
We are based in Lesiraa Village, Kisingo Ward, Arumeru District, Arusha, Tanzania. Visit our contact page for more details.
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Contact Info
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Phone Number
+255 710 338654
Email Address
info@shalomcentretz.or.tz
Website
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