Why Our Work Matters in Arusha
Across Arusha and the wider Arumeru District, many children lose their parents or family s...
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Welcome
Giving every child a home, an education, and a future
Welcome to Global Orphanage Development Organization — a registered non-governmental organization based in Arusha, Tanzania, dedicated to giving orphaned and street children the home, education, and support they need to thrive. Founded on the belief that every child deserves dignity and opportunity regardless of circumstance, GODO provides shelter, schooling, healthcare, and self-dependence training to children who would otherwise be left behind. What began as one man's response to the hardship he saw around him has grown into a structured, community-driven organization guided by a formal constitution, an elected leadership, and a clear mission: to help vulnerable children become confident, self-reliant members of society.
Our Purpose
Every Child Deserves a Home, an Education, and a Future
Vision
A community where every child — regardless of circumstance — grows up as a responsible, self-reliant member of society, participating fully in economic and social activities while enjoying their full rights, in happiness and dignity.
Mission
To enhance the lives of orphans and street children by providing safe accommodation and self-dependence education, both within our center and out in the wider community, so that no child is left to face the world alone.
Goal
To help vulnerable children become confident, self-reliant members of society in Arusha City and the surrounding communities.
What We Do
Meeting every child's needs — holistically
Across 6 core program areas, GODO provides complete support to vulnerable children.
01
Basic Needs & Shelter
Food, clothing and safe temporary accommodation for children with nowhere else to go. This immediate, practical support is the first step in stabilizing a child's life and creating the safety needed for learning and healing to begin.
02
Healthcare & Wellbeing
Access to medical facilities and counseling support for children navigating hardship. We also provide education and consultation on health, disease awareness and self-awareness.
03
Education & Schooling
School enrollment and our own education center for consistent, quality learning — a foundation for every other opportunity in a child's life.
04
Self-Dependence Training
Self-awareness, economic and social education that builds lasting independence — helping children move from dependency toward genuine self-reliance.
05
Nursing Home & Counseling Center
A dedicated permanent space for the care, emotional support and welfare of street children in Arusha — part of our long-term development plan.
06
Talent, Crafts & Sports
Programs in handcrafts, sports and games that nurture each child's individual talents, offering healthy, joyful outlets for growth, teamwork and self-expression.
Our Story
One family's promise
GODO was founded by Elphas Amon Kaaya, who was moved by the difficult conditions facing orphaned children across African communities. After his passing in 2016, his son, Macdonald Elphas Amon, took up his father's mission and continues to lead the organization's growth today.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Dignity First
Every child is treated with respect, never as a project — their voice, rights and wellbeing come first.
Transparency
Our finances, elections and decisions are governed by a written Constitution and accountable to our membership.
Community-Led
Rooted in Arusha, led by people who know these children's realities firsthand.
Partnership
We work hand in hand with organizations and individuals who share our objectives.
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Support Our Work
Donate to GODO
Your donation directly funds food, shelter, medical care and school fees for children in our care. E...
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Sponsor a Child
Child sponsorship connects you directly to a specific child's education and wellbeing journey, fundi...
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Become a Member
Membership is open to anyone 18 and above who shares our vision. Help shape GODO's direction through...
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