Karimu International Help Foundation

Karimu founders Don Stoll and Marianne Kent-Stoll first visited Dareda Kati (Tanzania) in 2007 as tourists because they were curious about life in an African village. They were welcomed by the whole community and invited to come back. Shocked by some of the challenges facing the villagers they felt obligated to return. A shallow hole in the ground was serving as the only toilet for the entire student body, and the Tanzanian government had threatened to close the school. Don and Marianne donated $500 to finish construction of half a dozen toilets for which the villagers had run out of funds, and the school stayed open. Back in California, Don and Marianne founded the nonprofit Karimu International Help Foundation in 2008. The Swahili word karimu, meaning generous and welcoming, aptly describes Daredas people. To this day, Karimu has made a huge impact in the community. 30% reduction of stomach related diseases in school-age children 4 hours per day of girls time saved by not...