Between 2022 and 2025, the Hearts of Compassion Foundation (HECOFO) has grown from a small volunteer network into a structured, youth-led NGO reaching thousands of people across Tanzania. Guided by the conviction that compassion is the foundation for transformation, HECOFO has worked hand in hand with communities to empower children, uplift youth, and promote mental well-being.
Over the past three years, HECOFO’s efforts have reached an estimated 2,500+ individuals, providing direct and indirect support through education, mentorship, upskilling, awareness, and psychosocial interventions. Every activity — from a mentorship session in a classroom to a mental health post shared online — represents a moment of impact and a step toward lasting change.
HECOFO’s programs — Inua Mtoto, Wekeza kwa Kijana, and MindCare Initiative — have together created a holistic ecosystem of empowerment, addressing education, skills, and mental health as the pillars of sustainable development. By focusing on grassroots communities, the organization has been able to reach those most in need, build trust with local leaders, and deliver interventions that respond to real challenges.
Impact Indicator | Results Achieved |
|---|---|
Children Empowered (Inua Mtoto) | 428 children were provided with school supplies, food, and clothing |
Girls Supported with Sanitary Pads | 100+ |
Students Reached through Mentorship | 2,000+ |
Youth Trained / Mentored (Wekeza kwa Kijana) | 224+ |
Monthly Digital Reach (MindCare Initiative) | 5,000+ |
Regions of Operation | Arusha (Lengijave Ward) and Dar es Salaam (Temeke, Ubungo, Kinondoni) |
Compassionate Crew Members | 26 (as of August 2025) |
University Chapters Established | 8 Universities across Tanzania |
Through these programs, HECOFO has provided educational materials, food, clothing, sanitary supplies, leadership training, and mental health support across Arusha (Lengijave Ward) and Dar es Salaam (Temeke, Ubungo, and Kinondoni) — enabling children and youth to learn, grow, and thrive with dignity
