If you would like to send goods to Moshi Kids Centre, the most helpful first step is a message, not a parcel. We’re based in Pasua, Moshi, and we ask you to get in touch before sending items such as school supplies, hygiene products or clothing, so that whatever arrives is something our children will actually use. This short guide explains why that one request protects both the children and your generosity, and how to make the conversation quick and easy.
Why we ask you to contact us first
We often need specific items, such as school supplies, hygiene products or clothing, and we ask you to contact us before sending anything “to ensure we actually need it.” That request says a lot about how we work. Our needs change from term to term. A box of well-meant items that we didn’t ask for can end up taking space in a small centre where classrooms, a kitchen and a playground already share the grounds.
Asking first also keeps the focus where it belongs. We aren’t a drop-off point for unwanted items; we’re a child support program built on four pillars: education, healthcare and nutrition, a safe and nurturing environment, and child protection. Every item you send should serve one of those pillars.
The kinds of items we can use
The items we need are school supplies, hygiene products and clothing. School supplies connect directly to the first pillar, because children in the early classes need materials to read, write and draw. Hygiene products support the second pillar, which links daily meals with routine health checks and referrals when a child needs treatment. Clothing helps with comfort and dignity.
Notice what is not on that list. We aren’t asking for toys in bulk, souvenirs or items chosen mainly because they look good in a photograph. If you have something different in mind, that is exactly the situation where a quick email or call pays off.
A short message that gets a useful answer
You do not need a long letter. Introduce yourself, say which country you are writing from and describe what you would like to send, including a rough quantity. Tell us when you hope to send it and who would carry it, so we can tell you whether the timing suits the school term. Write to us at moshikidscentre@gmail.com or call +255 755 03 12 73; our postal location is Tembo Rd, Pasua, Moshi, Kilimanjaro.
Keep the tone simple and open to a “not right now”. A polite no is a good outcome, because it gives you a clear steer on where your support will be more useful, instead of quietly sending something we can’t use.
When goods are not the best way to help
Sometimes the honest answer is that goods are not what our children need most. There are three other ways to help: you can sponsor a child to fund education and meals, make a one-time donation for immediate needs, or volunteer in Moshi. Sponsorship has one big advantage over parcels: regular monthly donations give us predictable income, so we can plan for the long term.
If you are unsure, say so in your first message. Tell us your budget and your goals, and we’ll suggest whether items, a gift or a longer-term sponsorship fits best. Have a look at our What We Do page to see the wider picture before you decide.
Questions about sending items
Can I just post a parcel to you?
Please contact us before sending items, so that we can confirm we actually need them. Sending without asking risks wasting your money on postage and leaving us with items we cannot use. A short email first avoids this.
Where do I send my message?
You’ll find our details on the contact page: moshikidscentre@gmail.com and +255 755 03 12 73, with the address Tembo Rd, Pasua, Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. Include what you want to send, the quantity and the country you are writing from, so we can reply quickly.
What if we say no?
Take it as helpful information. We may have what we need at the moment, or we may prefer a different kind of support. You can ask what would be most useful instead, or look at the options for sponsoring a child or giving a one-time donation.
Are there other ways to help besides goods?
Yes. You can sponsor a child for education and meals, make a one-time donation for immediate needs or volunteer in Moshi. Which is best depends on your budget, your timing and whether you can travel.
Ready to send goods to Moshi Kids Centre?
Start with a conversation. Email moshikidscentre@gmail.com or call +255 755 03 12 73 and tell us what you have in mind. Use our contact page for the address, and keep our reply for your records so that everything you send is something our children are expecting and ready to use.