Emiliani Trust

ABOUT US

Better futures.
Stronger communities.
Lasting hope.

Emiliani Trust is dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and communities through education, care, opportunity and hope.

Inspired By Service.
Driven By Hope.

Emiliani Trust was founded on the enduring values of compassion, dignity and opportunity.

Inspired by Saint Jerome Emiliani, we work alongside communities to support vulnerable children through education and sustainable development.

We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and build a brighter future.

Children supported by Emiliani Trust

Our work is rooted in compassion, guided by dignity, and focused on creating opportunities that transform lives.

OUR MISSION, VISION & VALUES

Our Mission

To improve the lives of children and communities through education, opportunity and sustainable development.

Our Vision

A world where every child has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Our Values

Compassion, integrity, respect and accountability guide everything we do.

THE EMILIANI DIFFERENCE

Child-Centred

We place children at the heart of everything we do.

Partnerships

We work alongside communities to create meaningful solutions.

Transparency

Open and accountable stewardship of every donation.

Sustainability

Building long-term change rather than short-term fixes.

Impact

Creating opportunities that transform lives.

OUR APPROACH

We believe lasting change happens when communities are empowered to lead.

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OUR TRUSTEES

Meet the dedicated team guiding our mission and values.

Tsitsi Chigogo
Tsitsi Chigogo
Chair, Trustee
& Safeguarding Lead

Provides strategic leadership, governance oversight and safeguarding leadership, working with trustees to ensure the Emiliani Trust remains accountable, well-governed and focused on achieving its charitable objectives.

Alberta Matarutse
Alberta Matarutse
Fundraising
Trustee

As a Trustee of the Emiliani Trust charity, Alberta Matarutse leads on fundraising and donor engagement, helping to develop relationships with potential supporters and identify opportunities to secure funding for the charity’s programmes. She also contributes to the charity’s wider governance and strategic development.

Ms Nyasha Mavis Njunga
Nyasha Mavis Njunga
Trustee, Child Selection
& Programme Management

As a Trustee of the Emiliani Trust charity, Nyasha Mavis Njunga leads on child selection and programme management. She oversees the process of identifying and selecting children who will receive educational support through the charity, including assistance with school fees, while helping to ensure that programmes are delivered fairly, effectively and in line with the charity’s objectives.

WK
Wellington Kapswara
Trustee, Communications
& Digital Engagement

As a Trustee of the Emiliani Trust charity, Wellington Kapswara contributes to the effective governance and strategic development of the organisation. He oversees the charity’s website, ensuring it remains current, engaging and interactive, while supporting efforts to connect with and engage potential donors.

Together, We Build Better Futures.

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Your support can help make that possible.