OUR FOUNDER

Tonderai Tomu

Our journey traces back to Tonderai's college years when, despite the demands of his own education, he recognized the critical need to make quality education a reality for those who needed support to attend school.

My Mother Land is more than an organization; it's a heartfelt endeavor led by someone who understands the challenges children in rural Zimbabwe face. Tonderai Tomu is not only a Zimbabwean native but also an educator and coach. His life journey has been a testament to the life-changing potential of quality education. With personal experience and a strong commitment, he is uniquely positioned to lead the charge, working hand in hand with communities, to bring about the transformative change that My Mother Land envisions.

Meet Our Team

We are fortunate to have such a dedicated and accomplished board with a wide range of expertise. Together, they’re helping My Mother Land change lives through education.

Tonderai Tomu
Founder/CEO
Taylor Tomu
Executive Director
Donovan Otcasek
Manager of Philanthropy
Joya Elmore
Chairwoman of the Board
Pete Kaser
Program/Creative Director
Ashley Steele
Fundraising Director
Cristina Cross
Co-Financial Director
Manouchka Henderson
Program Advisor
Alex Loy
Volunteer Director
Charity Rose
Secretary
Artie Taylor
Sports Advisor
Koen Kwak
Manager of Community Outreach
Katherine Armitage
Student Ambassador
Shivum Kalyanam
Student Ambassador
Asher Sniderman
Student Ambassador
Lilly Vance
Student Ambassador
Ishana Samaranayake
Student Ambassador

Board of Directors

Heather Djafi, Board Member

Linda Ryu, Board Member

Heather Rains,Board Member

Julia Ware, Board Member

Jaqueline Mahan, Board Member

Zimbabwe Staff

Miriam Chuma, Managing Director

Judith Ndlovu, Assistant Director

Ngonidzashe Munyarari, Local Supervisor

Hudges Basira, Program Assistant