Empowering Lives Transforming Communities
Our Mission is to work with Tandaza Trust in Nairobi Kenya to be the catalyst for positive change in the lives of the underserved and overlooked.
Thank you for your support
"Thank you for visiting our website and taking the time to learn a little more about Australian Friends of Tandaza Inc (AFoT) and why we support the life changing work of Tandaza Trust.
Your support of our organisation will go a long way to supporting the less fortunate in our world. Should you want more information about our organisation please feel free to look through our FAQs or to email us on the contacts provided.
With warm regards
Geoff Hiatt
Chairperson (AFoT)"
About the Australian Friends of Tandaza
Australian Friends of Tandaza Inc. is a registered charity with the Dept of Fair Trading CFN/24182 and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
Our objective is to support the life changing programmes of the Tandaza Trust by promoting the Trust’s activities and facilitating fundraising amongst its Australian supporters.
Tandaza Trust has been transforming the lives of the underprivileged since 2012. The Trust aims to empower people so that they are able take up responsibility for themselves and their families and contribute to their larger community..
Isinya Farm Project
Reigniting Hope Through Farming
Update: The Borehole Has Been Dug!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, the borehole at the Tandaza Agricultural Initiative is now complete!
Now, the focus shifts to getting the farm fully set up and running.
Help Us Build a Future of Hope and Sustainability
We’re raising AUD $21,600 to launch a vital agricultural and community development project that will bring lasting change to vulnerable youth and their wider community. Your support will help us:
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Install drip irrigation systems and water tanks for reliable year-round farming (AUD $15,500)
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Establish a poultry house with 250 chicks and feed (AUD $1,200)
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Purchase 20 Dopper breed sheep for food and income generation (AUD $2,200)
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Construct a prefabricated on-site home (AUD $1,500)
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Purchase of seedlings and fertilizer to begin planting (AUD $1,200)
Every donation brings us one step closer to empowering lives through sustainable farming, housing, and hope. Join us in making a tangible difference—your generosity can change lives.
Help Us Launch Isinya Farm
With the borehole now completed, we’re ready to launch the next phase—establishing the Isinya Farm as a sustainable source of food, training, and employment. We’re aiming to raise $21,600 to make this vision a reality.
Your support, no matter the size, can help turn this vision into reality.
How Your Gift Adds Up
This farm isn’t just about growing crops—it’s about growing futures. It will provide safe housing, practical farming skills, food security, and the dignity of meaningful work.
Your support, no matter the size, can help turn this vision into reality.
Join the Adventure
Support the Isinya Farm
We're raising AUD 21,600 to fund a life-changing project providing sustainable farming, livestock, and housing for young men transitioning from street life. Your support will help install drip irrigation, build a poultry house, purchase sheep, and set up a safe home. Every gift empowers dignity, hope, and long-term impact.
Join our Annual Tandaza Walk
The Tandaza Walk is our main fundraising event. It happens each year in September. It is an event for all ages. Why not have fun walking/ running or biking while raising funds for a worthy cause. It is a family event for all ages. Dates for the 2025 Walk will be announced soon!
Help at a Bunnings Sausage Sizzle
Each year we host a Sausage Sizzle at a local Bunnings. It is a great way to meet new people, create awareness, build community and raise funds. You can engage by giving a few hours of your time to help with the sausage sizzle. We will let you know when the next one is.
Come to the next Barefoot Bowls
Why not have some fun Barefoot bowling at the local green and raise funds as you do it. This is a family FUN event for all ages.
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Contact Us
Have Questions?
Yes: Australian Friends of Tandaza Incorporated is registered as a charity with both the Department of Fair Trading in NSW and with the Federal Government through the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. In addition we are a registered Incorporated Association in NSW. This means that we have authority to fundraise for Tandaza Trust under Section 13A of the NSW Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 and accordingly we are subject to and conform with the legal requirements of charitable fundraising in Australia.
Unfortunately no, we do not have Tax Deductible Status. We do provide you with a receipt for any funds donated.
Yes, all direct debits can be made directly into the Australian Friends of Tandaza Fundraising Account:
BSB: 082-778 Account No: 888974448
75% of all monies raised is sent to Tandaza Trust. 25% goes towards insurances and admin. AFOT has no paid staff and is wholly run by volunteers.
To become a member please send us an email and let us know you are interested in becoming a member. one of our board members will reach out to you with details.
Email: australianfriendsoftandaza@gmail.com
There are a number of ways to volunteer with AFOT. The main way is in helping organising fundraising events like the Annual Walk, Barefoot Bowls. If you would like to know more please email us or use the Contact Us page and someone will be in touch.