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Empowering Young People To Build Independent Futures Community Impact

We support young people in low-income communities to reach their goals in life by empowering them with education, health and wellbeing support, and safe learning environments.
Our work focuses overseas, primarily in Africa and Asia.

About Us

TITO & Merriam Foundation

TITO & Merriam Foundation is an Australia-based foundation supporting young people, especially young women, to reach their goals in life.

Our work focuses on education, health and wellbeing, and improving school infrastructure in low-income communities. We operate primarily overseas, with a focus on the Philippines and Liberia.

Empowering Young Women

Building confidence, independence, and opportunity

Education & Learning Environment

Safe, inclusive spaces for learning

Community & School Support

Supporting schools in low-income communities

COMMUNITY GIVNG

We are committed to responding to wide range of community needs.

Basic Needs Support

Increase the community's access to food, clean drinking water, shelter, and other necessities.

Disaster Relief

Providing support to people in crisis and communities affected by floods and natural disasters.

School & Health Renovation

Projects to renovate schools and small health centers to meet the growing demand for medical treatment from people in rural communities.

Mental Health Support

We support individuals with mental health issues and drug abuse in the community who do not have access to any support programs or government assistance.

Refugee & Immigrant Support

We support newly arrived immigrants and refugees with basic math and English skills, and help them connect with other members from their home countries. viết tiêu đề cho 5 ý này

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to impact positive change in the lives of children and families Australia, Asia and Africa especially in disadvantaged communities.

We invest in programs that improve human development and wellbeing. Including woman health, hygiene, raise the standard of living for women and children.. educational goals and social services to meet the needs of the community. Providing basic school supplies to school and technology support including printer, computer, iPad and laptop for easy access to information about school books and the world in which they live.

WHO DO WE SERVE?

Individuals

We support individuals facing vulnerability, including young people, women, immigrants, refugees, and those affected by mental health challenges or substance abuse who have limited access to formal support services.

Communities

We work with low-income and rural communities to improve access to essential needs, education, wellbeing, and community infrastructure, especially in areas affected by hardship or natural disasters.

Community-Driven Approach

Working closely with local communities

Focus on Young Women

Supporting independence and informed choices

Causes

We support causes that promote education, health and wellbeing, disaster response, community resilience, and social inclusion—creating long-term, sustainable impact for people and communities.

WHAT DO WE DO?

Creating Opportunities for Young People

Support

We provide practical support to individuals and communities by addressing immediate needs and strengthening access to essential services and resources.

Educate

We promote education through learning initiatives, skills development, and improved learning environments that help people build knowledge and opportunity.

Empower

We empower individuals—especially young people and women—to build confidence, independence, and the ability to make informed decisions about their lives and futures.

Fund

We fund and support community-based projects and initiatives that align with our mission and create meaningful, long-term impact.

Advocate

We advocate for vulnerable individuals and communities by raising awareness, encouraging inclusion, and supporting fair access to services and opportunities.

HOW DO WE DO IT?

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Programs

We design and deliver community-based programs that respond to real needs, focusing on education, wellbeing, and long-term development.

Partnerships

We work in partnership with local organisations, community leaders, and stakeholders to ensure our initiatives are effective, inclusive, and sustainable.

Innovation

We use innovative approaches to address social challenges, adapting solutions to local contexts and emerging needs.

Compassion

We place compassion at the heart of our work, treating individuals and communities with dignity, respect, and understanding.

Research

We use research and evidence-based insights to inform our programs, improve outcomes, and ensure responsible use of resources.

Grants

We support aligned initiatives through grants and funding assistance that strengthen community-led projects and create measurable impact.

WHAT VALUES GUIDE US?

Equity

We are committed to fairness and equal access to opportunities, ensuring support reaches those who need it most.

Integrity

We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our decisions, partnerships, and use of resources.

Sustainability

We focus on long-term solutions that strengthen communities and create lasting positive impact.

Inclusion

We respect diversity and promote inclusion, ensuring everyone feels valued, heard, and supported regardless of background or circumstance.

Excellence

We strive for excellence by continuously learning, improving, and delivering high-quality, impactful work.