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ADDRESS
7100 Northland Circle N, Suite 403
Minneapolis, MN 55428
PHONE
(612) 871 - 4980
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
About OBA
Why did Operation Bootstrap Africa change its name?
After more than 60 years as Operation Bootstrap Africa, the organization became Opportunity Builds Africa to reflect its belief that lasting change is built from within communities. Its mission, partners, and commitment stay the same.
What is Opportunity Builds Africa?
OBA partners with African communities to expand access to education and opportunity, especially for women, children, and marginalized communities. We have worked in East Africa since 1965.
Where does OBA work?
OBA works in Tanzania, Madagascar, and Uganda.
Who runs the organization?
OBA was founded by Lutheran missionary Rev. J. David Simonson in 1965 and it’s run by staff leadership and a Board of Directors.
What programs does OBA support?
OBA supports programs that pertain to education, girls empowerment, health-care and gender-based violence prevention.
What is the Arusha Lutheran Medical Training Center (ALMTC)?
ALMTC is a nursing and social work school in the Arusha region that OBA helped build and continues to support, including scholarships and teacher salaries.
Sponsor a Student
How does sponsoring a student work?
When you sponsor a student, your donation goes to covering their tuition, housing, meals, uniforms and text-books for a year.
Can I communicate with the student I sponsor?
Yes, through a Discovery Tour, you can meet your student in person. You can also communicate with your student via calls, email and by writing letters.
Is my sponsorship tax-deductible?
Yes, it is.
Giving
Where does my donation go?
You can direct your gift to a specific program or project or give to the general fund. You can give by donating by mail, making a stock donation or by becoming a sponsor.