Somehow now, a week later, RIDETZ already feels like a distant memory. Most of the riders have returned to their loved ones in the States, and I am sitting here in Tanzania trying to put something into words that feels impossible. In fact, I don’t think I’ll ever be able to say all that I
(Whoops! No power, we tried to post this a few days earlier.) We’re past the midway hump, fully exhausted while also a tad energized after a much needed sleep in today! Up here in the Usambara Mountains we’re seeing some of the most breathtaking views Tanzania has to offer. Yesterday, after a 25 mile morning
The riders started arriving in Arusha last Tuesday before the Saturday AM kickoff. The days before the ride are filled with visits to TFFT's Partner Schools and Partner Orphanages so that the riders have the opportunity to see TFFT's mission in action. These days were emotionally charged as the riders soaked up day-to-day life in
After much anticipation RIDETZ is upon us! All the riders have arrived safely; we had our orientation meeting and welcome dinner tonight, and everything will officially kick off TOMORROW! The past weeks have been a whirlwind of excited chaos as we all worked around the clock to make sure we had all our ducks in
By Kaitlin Rogers Last month Meghann and I had the pleasure of meeting Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow and hearing him speak about his remarkable organization, Mary’s Meals. As he spoke, he revealed that his genuine vision is for every child in this world to receive at least one meal each day. He realizes this means providing
Today you get to hear from Miss Nancy again. As promised, we shared the comments that you left her after reading her post entitled My Christmas Holiday. Nancy took the time to respond to each comment, and you can read her responses below! Comment: I loved reading about your school and home life Nancy, Thank
By Melissa Queyquep TFFT’s Teacher Training Program has been really busy this past month. We finished two training events in 2 partner schools, SEGA and Usa River Academy, training a total of 32 teachers. The training at Usa River Academy marks the revival of our training relationship with the school as we had
By Kaitlin Rogers and Ben Bourne, RIDETZ Rider On this wonderful Wednesday, you get to meet another wonderful rider. Through Meghann, I have been lucky to get to know Ben well over the past year and a half. He is the kind of person who makes just any experience better. He is a blast to
By Erasto Kyando Tell us a little about yourself- where are you from, what do you do in your spare time/what are your hobbies? My name is Erasto Felix Kyando, Kinga by tribe, born in July 27, 1986 the second born in a family of three children. I was born in Tanga, the northeastern part
Today we introduce you to another new addition to the TFFT Team. A few months ago we had to say goodbye to Josh Nassari as Scholarship Director. Josh left to pursue his dream of a career in politics, and we watched with pride as he won his first election last month. Since Josh left, we