About Spark of Progress
A registered community organisation in Leganga, Usa River, working with children, women and young people.
A local organisation working with the community, for the community
Spark of Progress is a registered non-governmental organisation based in Leganga, Usa River, in the Arusha region of Tanzania. We started from a simple belief: every child, woman and young person in our community deserves the chance to learn, grow and lead.
We work closely with families, schools, village leaders and partners to design practical programs that respond to real needs. Each program is planned so that the community can continue it on its own over time.
Our Mission
To empower vulnerable children, women and youth through education, skills and community-led development.
Our Vision
Thriving, self-reliant communities in Arusha and beyond, where every person can reach their full potential.
How we work
We focus on long-term change rather than one-off help. Our programs aim to strengthen the families, schools and local groups that will still be here long after a project ends.
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Community-led planning
We meet with families, village leaders and schools to understand their needs before any activity begins. The community helps choose and shape each project.
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Local partnerships
We work with schools, women's groups, youth groups and local government so that programs fit into systems that already exist and can continue.
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Accountability
We keep clear records, report back to partners and donors, and protect the safety and dignity of every child and adult we work with.
Our values
These principles shape how we plan programs, spend resources and work with the people we serve.
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Transparency
We are open and accountable to our community, partners and donors about how we work and how funds are used.
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Empowerment
We build skills and confidence so that people can make their own decisions and shape their own future.
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Community-Led Growth
Local voices set the priorities. We listen first, then plan and act together with the community.
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Equality
Every child, woman and young person deserves equal opportunity and to be treated with dignity.
Local leadership, present every day in Arusha
Our team lives and works in the communities we serve. From our base in Leganga we work closely with schools, women's groups, young people and local government leaders across Usa River, so that every program is shaped by the people it is meant to serve.
- Office and field base in Leganga, Usa River
- Partnerships with local schools and village leaders
- Registered and accountable in Tanzania
- Welcoming local and international volunteers
