Our Story

Turning Pain Into Protection & Hope

Collins Legacy Foundation was born from a mother's love, a family's loss, and a decision that one child's short life would become a lasting legacy of protection and hope for mothers and children across Tanzania.

"Collins gave his family only one year of memories. But those memories became a purpose. His name now represents a commitment to mothers who need someone to stand beside them, children who deserve to be protected, and communities that deserve the opportunity to thrive."

โ€” Keckan Rubaba, Founder

NGO

Registration

00NGO/R/9635

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Headquarters

Mwanza, Tanzania

Tanzanian mother holding her newborn baby in a hospital, representing the mission of Collins Legacy Foundation to support mothers and children

Collins Legacy Foundation

Empowering Women & Protecting Children

Mwanza, Tanzania

Our Journey

9 Years of Transformative Impact

From humble beginnings to global recognition, every milestone represents lives changed and communities empowered

20153 founding members

Foundation & First Steps

CharityConnect was founded by a group of passionate changemakers who believed in the power of transparent, community-driven philanthropy.

20175,000 lives impacted

Program Expansion

Launched our first three core programs: Education Access, Healthcare Initiative, and Economic Empowerment, reaching 5,000 beneficiaries.

201910,000+ active donors

Technology Integration

Introduced our innovative transparency dashboard and mobile app, setting new standards for nonprofit accountability and donor engagement.

202125,000 lives transformed

Global Recognition

Received Charity Navigator 4-star rating and GuideStar Platinum Seal, validating our commitment to excellence and transparency.

202340,000+ beneficiaries

Community Leadership

Transitioned to community-led program management, empowering local leaders to drive sustainable change in their own communities.

202450,000+ lives changed

Milestone Achievement

Reached 50,000 lives transformed with 98% program efficiency rating. Expanded to 15 countries with 200+ active volunteers.

Leadership Team

The People Behind Our Mission

Our team brings dedication, expertise and lived experience to every program and initiative

Transparency & Accountability

Transparency Builds Trust, Trust Enables Impact

We believe in radical transparency. Every allocation is tracked, every impact measured, and every report publicly available.

Budget Allocation 2026

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Allocation Breakdown

Certifications & Accreditations

Our commitment to accountability and transparency is backed by formal registration and community trust

Governance & Accountability

Collins Legacy Foundation operates under the oversight of its Board of Directors and in full compliance with Tanzanian NGO regulations. Annual impact reports, financial summaries, and governance documents are available upon request. We are committed to the highest standards of transparency and accountability to our donors, partners, and the communities we serve.

Recognition & Media

Awards & Media Coverage

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized by leading organizations and featured in major publications

2024

Nonprofit Excellence Award

National Philanthropy Council

Recognized for outstanding transparency and community impact

2023

Innovation in Giving Award

Tech for Good Foundation

Honored for pioneering digital transparency platform

2022

Community Impact Award

Global Humanitarian Network

Celebrated for sustainable community-led programs

2021

Financial Transparency Award

Charity Watchdog Alliance

Commended for industry-leading accountability standards

Featured In

Our work has been highlighted by leading media outlets worldwide

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Forbes

November 2024

How CharityConnect Is Revolutionizing Nonprofit Transparency

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The Guardian

September 2024

Community-Led Development: A New Model for Sustainable Change

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TechCrunch

July 2024

This Nonprofit Built a Platform That Sets New Standards for Accountability

Media Inquiries

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Join Us in Creating Lasting Change

Every action creates ripples of change. Whether you donate, volunteer, or simply share our story, you're part of a movement transforming lives and building stronger communities.

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