Main Website: http://www.thefoundation.or.tz/

The Foundation's mission is to empower citizens through the provision of grants, facilitating linkages and enabling a culture of ongoing learning to civil society.

What is The Foundation for Civil Society?
The Foundation for Civil Society is a Tanzanian non-profit company, designed and funded by a group of like-minded development partners, and governed by an independent Board. It was previously known as the Civil Society Program (CSP). The Foundation was registered in September 2002 and started operations in January 2003. 

Our Vision
The Vision of the Foundation is 'A Tanzania where citizens are empowered to realise their rights and engage in change processes that enhance their quality of life.'

What is the aim of the Foundation?
The Foundation aims to establish an intermediary support mechanism for civil society organisations in Tanzania which will enable effective engagement in poverty reduction efforts as set out in the Government of Tanzania policies: Vision 2025, the Tanzania Assistance Strategy, and the National Strategy for Growth and Reduction of Poverty (NSGRP).

The Foundation is one of the largest support mechanisms for civil society in Tanzania, and is committed to delivering grant aid and supporting capacity-building initiatives as a means of strengthening effective engagement in poverty reduction.