International Partnerships

The Power of Partnerships: Advancing MDF’s Mission

As global philanthropy evolves, a new model of leadership is emerging -one where foundations from the Global South are no longer just recipients, but strategic funders of high-impact initiatives around the world. The Mo Dewji Foundation is proud to be part of this shift, supporting bold, values-aligned programs across Africa, the United States, the United Kingdom, and beyond. From justice reform to digital education and youth employability, our international partnerships are grounded in shared purpose, mutual respect, and the belief that solutions can come from anywhere, and serve everywhere. At the heart of this work is a conviction Mo Dewji lives by: “A life is equal to a life, no matter what.” That belief in the equal worth of every human being, regardless of geography, guides how and why we choose to engage globally.

INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

King’s Trust International

In February 2024, the Mo Dewji Foundation formalized a partnership with The King’s Trust International (formerly The Prince’s Trust) to scale the Enterprise Challenge Program across East Africa. Already delivering strong outcomes in Kenya and Uganda, this program equips young people with critical entrepreneurial, financial, and digital skills to succeed in today’s economy. With over 600 youth engaged regionally and 71% transitioning into education, employment, or training, the Enterprise Challenge is a proven model for youth transformation. MDF’s support enables this work to expand into Tanzania, unlocking potential among underserved youth and complementing our existing education and livelihoods strategy.

By signing this pledge, I hope to inspire my peers, fellow Africans, and citizens of the world to take a close look at the funds they truly need to maintain their families versus their ability to give. We all have a moral obligation as the more affluent in society to give back as best we know how.

- Mohammed “Mo” Dewji

MDF Founder

The Giving Pledge

The Giving Pledge is a simple concept: an open invitation for the wealthiest among us to publicly commit to giving the majority of their wealth to philanthropy either during their lifetimes or after. Started by Bill Gates and Warren Buffet, The Giving Pledge is comprised of more than 240 of the world’s wealthiest individuals, from 29 different countries, all of whom convene annually to strategize solutions to pressing challenges facing the globe today.

In 2016, MDF Founder Mohammed Dewji signed the Giving Pledge, committing to donate at least half of his fortune to philanthropy. Mr. Dewji is one of four African signatories of the pledge, demonstrating his leadership in philanthropy on the African Continent.

Georgetown Pivot Program

The Mo Dewji Foundation proudly supported the Georgetown Pivot Program, an initiative dedicated to the reentry and reintegration of formerly incarcerated Black Americans. Over the course of three years, Mohammed Dewji through the Mo Dewji Foundation contributed $350,000, helping empower 80 justice-involved individuals with career pathways, entrepreneurship training, and second-chance opportunities. As of June 2024, over 90% of graduates secured employment within three to four months -many in industries previously beyond reach, and more than 15 have launched entrepreneurial ventures.

This partnership reflects a powerful shift in global philanthropy, where a Southern foundation invests in social justice and equity efforts in the North, demonstrating a shared commitment to dignity, opportunity, and the universal right to a second chance.

“By engaging in this work, we are sending a strong signal that no one should be denied the opportunity to contribute to our society and fulfill their human potential.”
– Dr. Alyssa Lovegrove, Executive Director of the program

IIT Madras, Zanzibar Campus

The Mo Dewji Foundation has partnered with IIT Madras Zanzibar, often called the “MIT of India”, to equip Mo Scholars with world-class training in AI and Data Science.

These future-focused fields are critical to Tanzania’s digital and economic growth. Through this collaboration, scholars gain global exposure, technical expertise, and the tools to drive innovation across healthcare, agriculture, finance, and more -helping future-proof Tanzania’s workforce.

Contact

Contact us to discuss partnership opportunities

We are constantly discussing new long-term partnerships with people and organizations who are working in areas that we focus on Water, Education, and Health. The Mo Dewji Foundation invites ideas for sustainable impact in these areas, particularly those using cutting-edge technology, innovation, and research to raise the bar of service delivery in Tanzania.

The Foundation partners with a wide variety of organizations including:

Government institutions
International trusts and charities
Tanzania-based NGOs
Private companies
Individuals with ideas and/or working organizations