Grumeti Fund – Overview
Through active conservation management, collaboration with local communities, technological innovations and the deployment of well-trained boots-on-the-ground, we are affecting tangible change and sustainable results.
Videos
We Are the Grumeti Fund
Grumeti Fund believes that intersectional environmentalism is critical to ensuring a bright future for biodiversity in the western Serengeti and the communities living adjacent to the protected area. This is achieved through the development of strong community outreach and relationships programs, alongside efficient conservation, research
A Message from the Director
Executive Director, Stephen Cunliffe, shares a moment of inspiration about how the intrinsic value of nature is important for the soul.
Research and Innovation for the Serengeti Ecosystem (RISE)
The Grumeti Fund's applied research facility and program, RISE (Research and Innovation for the Serengeti Ecosystem) aim's to empower researchers and scientists to find solutions for complex issues facing the Serengeti ecosystem.
Rhino Translocation Phase Three
In September 2019 the Grumeti Fund, in partnership with the Tanzanian Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, translocated a breeding nucleus of eastern black rhino from an ex-situ population in South Africa. This complex project involved a number of partnerships and we are happy
Serengeti Girls Run 2019
The Serengeti Girls Run is an all-women multi-day run across the iconic Serengeti. Women from around the world come together in support of girls in Tanzania. All funds from this event go to the Grumeti Fund women and girls empowerment program.
Women Empowerment through Enterprise Development – Pili
We believe education is the best way to foster gender equality in Tanzania that’s why nearly 60% of the participants in our Enterprise Development Program have been women. We think women’s economic freedom will change communities. Meet Pili, an entrepreneur who is creating a brighter
Empowering Girls Empowers Communities
Pauline is one of many girls benefitting from our girls' empowerment programs - through scholarship, mentorship and special empowerment events. She believes that educating girls changes communities. Pauline is passionate about equality and girls empowerment, and we are so excited to see where she takes
Enterprise Development with Matiko Magoia
Developing people to become entrepreneurs enables livelihood diversification, increased quality of life and reduced the need to poach. Matiko is one of the entrepreneurs in this program, and this is his story.
Enterprise Development with Pius Mbusi
Developing people to become entrepreneurs enables livelihood diversification, increased quality of life and reduced the need to poach. Pius is one of the entrepreneurs in this program, and this is his story.
Language Camp with the Grumeti Fund and Concordia
In Tanzania primary school is taught in Swahili and secondary school is taught in English. To bridge this gap the Grumeti Fund and Concordia Language Villages developed a program to help fifth graders become more confident speaking English in preparation for their move to secondary
Girls Empowerment Event with The Grumeti Fund
In one weekend the Grumeti Fund reached over 1,500 girls in empowerment events that focused on gender equality, confidence, education and health-related topics. Each girl received a re-usable pad and guest speaker Rebeca Gyumi inspired everyone.