Listening before deciding what support should look like. On 2022-08-19, Don Charity Foundation completed the “Je Wanatabasamu” project led by member Stellah Haule. Through questionnaires, field activity, filming and conversations at orphanage centres in Dar es Salaam, the team sought to understand what makes beneficiaries happy, what they lack and what they wish charitable visits would bring. The activity took place at Orphanage centres, Dar es Salaam and reflected our commitment to learning and accountability through respectful, practical engagement.

For us, this update is about more than recording an event. It captures the people, partnerships and choices that turn compassion into responsible action. We value approaches that listen, protect dignity and respond to the context in front of us rather than assuming that every community needs the same thing.

We are grateful to the participants, hosts, members and partner organizations who made the engagement possible. Their time and trust helped us continue learning how to serve with care. As the Foundation grows, we will carry the lessons from this activity into future programs and continue sharing approved public information with honesty and respect.

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