ECONEF

ECONEF is an orphanage and independent NGO (non-governmental organization) entirely built and operated by volunteers. Located in Northern Tanzania, ECONEF provides education, healthcare, and a loving home for the region’s most vulnerable children–kids who have lost their parents to HIV, are severely malnourished, and do not have any living relatives.  

Shortly after founder Caroline started ECONEF out of her home in Jua Kali, it became clear that in order to continue, she would need a bigger space for her kids to live, learn, and play. There are currently 18 kids at ECONEF between the ages of 3 and 16, and with the completion of the new Center, she’ll be able to provide a home to up to 60 children.