Our Story
About Ruva Foundation
We are a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every child in rural Zimbabwe has access to quality primary education — regardless of what their family can afford.
We are a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every child in rural Zimbabwe has access to quality primary education — regardless of what their family can afford.
"Ruva" means flower in Shona. We believe every child is a seed waiting to bloom. In rural Zimbabwe, thousands of bright, capable children are denied an education not because they lack potential — but simply because their families cannot afford school fees, uniforms, or a meal.
Ruva Foundation was founded by Gilbert Chidarikire, a finance professional with an MS from George Washington University and a lifelong passion for mission-driven work. Ruva Foundation is the culmination of that calling — rooted in a deep belief that access to education changes everything.
We provide comprehensive primary school sponsorship — covering 100% of what stands between a child and their classroom: school fees, uniforms, shoes, bags, stationery, and monthly food vouchers for the family.
Enroll 50 children across rural districts in Zimbabwe, deliver full support for the entire school year, and build the foundation to expand every year until no child is left behind.
100% of school fees, exam fees, and levies paid directly to the school.
Every sponsored child receives a complete uniform kit each term.
Books, pens, pencils, rulers — everything a learner needs.
$50+ redeemable at TM Supermarkets and Pick n Pay.