Creating opportunity.
Strengthening communities.
Through education, wellbeing and practical support, Kamara’s Heart Foundation works alongside children, families and communities to build stronger futures.
Working alongside
communities since 2020.
Local roots.
Shared commitment.
Founded by John and Mavis Kamara, the foundation connects supporters in Tasmania with communities in West Africa.
We work with local individuals, families, educators and churches to respond to community needs and build lasting partnerships.
Education. Wellbeing.
Lasting opportunity.
Education & training
Free schooling, literacy and practical skills that open doors.
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Health & wellbeing
Nourishing children and supporting healthier communities.
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Leadership & partnership
Growing local leaders and meaningful connections.
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Buildings & projects
Creating the spaces and opportunities communities need.
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Our plans include expanding the school, developing vocational programmes and creating spaces for community health and local enterprise.
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Lives behind the change.
Helping Hand for Single Mother of Three
Free education for three children, alongside practical support for their mother.
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Education for Two Orphaned Girls
Two girls gain a place at school and the chance to keep learning.
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Embracing Orphaned Children in Rokel
Food, care and a place in the classroom for two children in Rokel.
Read their storyGiving with confidence.
Kamara’s Heart Foundation has Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, with eligible donations tax deductible in Australia.
Read the foundation’s DGR update
This milestone opens new opportunities for collaboration and growth as we continue expanding our work in Australia and across West Africa. With DGR status, Kamara’s Heart is positioned to increase its impact through education, community development, and sustainable support initiatives.
What This Enables Us to Do
With your support, our growing capacity will help us:
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Provide quality education for 300+ children at Kamara’s Heart School in Sierra Leone.
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Support literacy for 70+ children through our Reading Club in Ghana.
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Continue our Food Program and Christmas Gift Program for families in need.
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Build sustainable partnerships and community-driven initiatives.
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Establish a Wellbeing and Health Care Clinic in Rokel by 2027.
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Develop a Community Hub for education, social services, and local enterprise.
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Offer micro-business loans to young girls and single mothers.
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Secure land for agricultural projects to create jobs and improve food security.
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Invest in training, leadership development, exchange programs, and mission trips.
Thank You
Achieving DGR status has been a long-held goal, and we are incredibly grateful to our supporters, volunteers, donors, and partners who helped make it possible. This achievement belongs to all of us.
For project costings, partnerships, or further information, please reach out — we would love to connect.
A little from you.
A world of possibility.
More than 300 children benefit from our education programmes in Sierra Leone and Ghana. Your donation helps fund teacher salaries, books, meals and community development initiatives that support children and their families.