EDUCATION IS THE WAY

The vision of our nonprofit organization in Tanzania is to create a future where every child in the communities that support and work on Mt. Kilimanjaro has equal access to education regardless of their financial circumstances.

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Children We are Supporting in 2024

WE ARE A GLOBAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

We believe that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and fostering sustainable development within Kilimanjaro communities. By providing school tuition assistance, we aim to lessen the financial burden of the parents – the guides and porters of Kilimanjaro, who work in harsh, dangerous, and relentless conditions to support their children’s education.

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ABOUT OUR FOUNDERS

Jim and Kristi Sumpter are the founders of the Kids of Kilimanjaro, and the owners of Endeavor Expeditions. Endeavor Expeditions is a leading expedition company specializing in creating unforgettable adventures that showcase the beauty and wonder of Kilimanjaro and Africa, while prioritizing safety, sustainability, and cultural sensitivity. Jim and Kristi are driven by a passion for equity and opportunity, dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to quality education regardless of their socioeconomic background.

Their inspiration to launch the Kids of Kilimanjaro came after numerous years of working in Tanzania and leading teams of clients to the Roof of Africa. Jim and Kristi fell in love with the people of Kilimanjaro – their gratitude, generosity, and genuine joy. They also learned first-hand of their hardships during COVID when tourism was halted and there was no work on Kilimanjaro.  The porters and guides suffered, their communities suffered, and most importantly their children were unable to attend school.

Their initial spontaneous gift was to lead African guide – Augustine, on behalf of his daughter Loreen. Jim and Kristi’s gift got her back in school, and their ongoing commitment now ensures her education through college. They launched the Kids of Kilimanjaro to provide the same financial support to as many children of Kilimanjaro as possible… forever… with love. 

WHO WE SERVE

The communities of Kilimanjaro and its’ porters and guides play a crucial role in supporting the trekking industry around Africa’s tallest peak. These individuals often hail from local villages surrounding Mount Kilimanjaro and possess invaluable knowledge of the mountain’s terrain and ecosystem. As primary caretakers of trekkers during expeditions, they ensure the safety and comfort of visitors while sharing their rich cultural heritage. However, despite their integral role, many porters and guides face socio-economic challenges, making sustainable support and fair treatment essential for the preservation of their communities and the integrity of Kilimanjaro tourism.

THE CHALLENGE

To meet the tuition costs for their children’s schooling, they accept the demanding and dangerous work on the mountain. The harsh work conditions faced by porters and guides on Mount Kilimanjaro include carrying heavy loads at high altitudes, enduring extreme weather conditions, and the responsibility of ensuring the safety of their clients while navigating challenging terrain. Many porters are often underpaid and lack proper equipment, such as suitable clothing and footwear, putting their health and safety at risk. If they are unable to work due to illness, injury, poor weather, or lack of clientele, they suffer economic hardships and struggle to provide for their families.

Our mission is to break that cycle! We aim to provide that support with your help!

MEET SOME OF THE CHILDREN WE ARE SPONSORING

Loreen

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The inspiration for the Kids of Kilimanjaro and our first beneficiary. Loreen is a 13-year-old student in Arusha, Tanzania. Her father is the lead African guide for Endeavor Expeditions, and he has summitted Kilimanjaro over 500 times in the past 25 years working on the mountain. Loreen is a wonderful student who works hard.

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Cleven Fredrick Kileo

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Cleven is the son of Akolade Betram Massawe, a porter on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions.Cleven is sponsored by Mandy Cooper. Mandy is a Mt Kilimanjaro summiteer from the 2024 Endeavor Expedition team.  

Laurin Fredrick Kileo

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Laurin is the daughter of Akolade Betram Massawe, a female porter on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Laurin is sponsored by McKenzie Burleigh. Kenzie is a Mt. Kilimanjaro summiteer from the 2024 Endeavor Expedition team. 

Brighton Alloys

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Brighton is the son of Veronica Alloys, a female porter on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Brighton is sponsored by Chandler Williams a 2024 Endeavor Expeditions team member.

Rebecca Chagula

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Rebeca is the daughter of Tom Chagula, a manager at Legendary Lodge in Arusha, the “HQ” of all Endeavor Expeditions trips in Tanzania. Tom has personally supported all of our Endeavor Expedition clients and is an integral part of our Kids of Kilimanjaro family. Rebeca is supported by Jim & Kristi Sumpter.

Alvin August Mtui

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Alvin is the son of Diwani Mtui, one of the senior guides on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Alvin is sponsored by Jim & Kristi Sumpter

Jordan John Assey

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Jordan is the son of Johny Balthazar Assey, a senior steward on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Jordan is sponsored by Jim & Nancy Follett; Nancy is a 2024 and 2025 Endeavor Expeditions team member, who summited Mt. Kilimanjaro in January 2025.

Regani John Assey

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Regani is the son of Johny Balthazar Assey, a senior steward on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Jordan is sponsored by Jim & Kristi Sumpter

Morgan Victor Kihunrwa

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Morgan is the son of Lightness Jonas Lema, a female guide on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Morgan is sponsored by Kenzie Burleigh. Kenzie is a Mt. Kilimanjaro summiteer from the 2024 Endeavor Expeditions team.

Hellen Victor Kihunrwa

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Helen is the daughter of Lightness Jonas Lema, a female guide on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Helen is sponsored by Jim & Kristi Sumpter.

Dorcas Julius Palangyo

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Dorcas is the daughter of Julius Palangyo, a chef or “stomach engineer” on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Dorcas is sponsored by Jim & Nancy Follett; Nancy is a 2024 and 2025 Endeavor Expeditions team member, who summited Mt. Kilimanjaro in January 2025.

Galilay Gredrick Urio

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Galilay is the daughter of Teresia Valerian Kessy, a female porter on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Galilay is sponsored by a wonderful friend of the Kids of Kilimanjaro – Melanie Shaver.

Heavenlight Pamphil Mtui

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Heavenlight is the daughter of Pamphil Mtui, a senior steward on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Heavenlight is sponsored by a wonderful friend of the Kids of Kilimanjaro – Cristina di Grazia

Araj Amani Amiri

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Araj is the daughter of Amani Amiri Seleman, a porter on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Araj is sponsored by Cole & Brooke Forsyth. Cole serves as a Board Member on the Kids of Kilimanjaro Board of Directors

Ayman Amani Amiri

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Ayman is the daughter of Amani Amiri Seleman, a porter on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Ayman is sponsored by Cole & Brooke Forsyth. Cole serves as a Board Member on the Kids of Kilimanjaro Board of Directors.

Brightness Lightgod Shayo

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Brightness is the daughter of Lightgod Godfrey Shayo, a guide on Mt. Kilimanjaro for Endeavor Expeditions. Brightness is sponsored by a wonderful friend of the Kids of Kilimanjaro – Cristina di Grazia

HOW WE IMPACT CHANGE

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We aim to greatly lessen the burden of the hard-working and dedicated parents who serve the climbers of Kilimanjaro by paying the school tuition fees for their children. When they cannot work, they cannot provide for their families. Your donations are directly used to pay the school tuition fees of a child, whether in the name of a child you choose, or through our need-based recommendations.

WHAT YOUR DONATION IS USED FOR AND HOW IT HELPS

The average cost of primary school for children in Tanzania is only $400 per semester. 

100% of your donations are paid directly to the schools in the name of a student, meaning your contribution goes directly to help the children.

MEET LOREEN​

The inspiration for the KIDS OF KILIMANJARO and our first beneficiary. Loreen is a 13-year-old student in Arusha, Tanzania. Her father is the lead African guide for Endeavor Expeditions, and he has summitted Kilimanjaro over 500 times in the past 25 years working on the mountain. Loreen is a wonderful student who works hard.

We are a worldwide non-profit charity

HOW CAN YOU HELP

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Donate any amount of money as every dollar counts. Donations will be collected in our general fund and distributed directly to a school’s tuition account
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Become a sponsor for one child, thereby committing to directly support the education by name for one (or more students)

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Host a fundraiser or dedicate an event, such as a birthday, to our cause by asking guests to donate to Kids of Kilimanjaro in lieu of gifts
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SPONSORSHIP FAQs

As a sponsor, you provide the critical financial support by direct payment of school fees

100% of your donation goes directly to the schools and is paid by invoice for the outstanding tuition fees in the name of a child

We believe that education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and fostering sustainable development within Kilimanjaro communities.

Join us to learn how you can help make change for the children of Kilimanjaro!

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