Virtual Event
September 14th – 18th 2020
Since 2004, Village Life Outreach Project has united communities across cultures to build strategic partnerships that work to improve the quality of life, health, and education.
As a global health organization, our top priority is to protect the health and safety of our guests and supporters. We have made the decision to transform our in-person fundraising gala Night on the Serengeti to a virtual event this September.
Let us transport you to the enchanting country of Tanzania, where you will experience the sights and sounds of African culture. Help us celebrate Village Life with virtual events, online silent auction and more!
African Drumming Performance
Tuesday, September 15th at 6pm ET
Experience the spirit of Night on the Serengeti! Join us for an African Drumming performance on Facebook Live.
Watch on Facebook LIVE
Discussion with Village Life Founder Dr. Chris Lewis
Friday, September 18th at 12pm ET
Join Village Life founder Dr. Chris Lewis and guests in a discussion about what we’ve accomplished together this year, the impact of COVID-19 and what we’re looking forward to.
Register Now
Virtual Silent Auction
LIVE September 14th-18th
Your favorite Cincinnati experiences, African items and more will be listed in our virtual silent auction!
Learn More
About Village Life Outreach Project
Since 2004, Village Life Outreach Project has united communities across cultures to build strategic partnerships that work to improve the quality of life, education, and health. Our collaborations with communities throughout Cincinnati and the Shirati Region of Tanzania, East Africa have created sustainable solutions to the pressing needs of Tanzanians and unique, invaluable learning opportunities to hundreds of Cincinnatians each year.
Timeline
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2004
1st Brigade
First October Brigade travels to Tanzania.
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2008
Nutrition Project
Initiation of Nutrition Project that feeds 1,200 Tanzanian schoolchildren daily and teaches Cincinnati students about nutrition.
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2011
Roche Health Center
Roche Health Center opens, providing the first-ever access to permanent health care for over 20,000 residents.
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2013
Construction of Primary School
In partnership with Engineers Without Borders—UC Chapter, Kingigoro Primary School opens in Burere Village.
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2014
Initiation of Mama Maisha
Our safe motherhood intervention program.
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2015
Phase 2 of Well Project Complete
In partnership with Engineers Without Borders—UC Chapter, we completed phase 2 of the well project in Nyambogo.
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2017
Expansion of Nutrition Project
The Uji Nutrition Project has expanded to all primary schools in Roche, Nyambogo, and Burere- feeding over 2,500 Tanzanian school children each school day.
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2017
Second Phase of Staff Housing Complete & Hiring Clinical Officer at Roche Health Center
Clinical Officer Erik is able to provide life saving medical care to villagers on a daily basis.
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2018
Partnership with University of Cincinnati 1819 Innovation Hub
Village Life joins industry giants such as Cincinnati Bell and P&G in this innovative space, bringing a global perspective to the Uptown Innovation Corridor.
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2019
Completion of Clean Water Infrastructure
In partnership with the University of Cincinnati chapter of Engineers Without Borders, clean water systems are now in place in all three Village Life partner villages.
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2019
Maternal & Child Health Initiatives in Tanzania
A gift of $1 million from the Anna and Harold Huffman Foundation will support Village Life maternal and child health initiatives in Tanzania
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2020
UC Health Investment Renewal
UC Health renews their initial investment in Village Life with another $500,000.
Hosts & Hostesses
- Richard Lofgren, MD
Honorary Co-Chairperson, Board member, UC Health CEO - Neville G. Pinto
Honorary Co-Chairperson, University of Cincinnati President - Chris Lewis, MD
Founder - Susan Casey-Leininger
Executive Director
If you are interested in becoming a host/hostess, please contact Buthaina Karaman at buthaina@villagelifeoutreachproject.org or 513-556-4541
Virtual Event Timeline
- Virtual Event
September 14th – 18th 2020 -
African Drumming Performance
Tuesday, September 15th at 6pm ET
Experience the spirit of Night on the Serengeti! Join us for an African Drumming performance on Facebook LIVE. Watch on Facebook LIVE -
Discussion with Village Life Founder Dr. Chris Lewis
Friday, September 18th at 12pm ET
Join Village Life founder Dr. Chris Lewis and guests in a discussion about what we’ve accomplished together this year, the impact of COVID-19 and what we’re looking forward to. Register Now -
Virtual Silent Auction
LIVE September 14th-18th
Your favorite Cincinnati experiences, African items and more will be listed in our virtual silent auction! Learn More