Mambira Foundation
Creating equal access to the arts, technology, health services, and recreation
The Mambira Foundation is a 501(c)3 that:
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Benefits disenfranchised and underserved populations.
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Partners with individuals and organizations to implement cultural, artistic, technological, health, and recreational programs.
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Produces fundraising events, classes, and workshops to enhance cultural diversity and gender equity.
“Changemakers are people who can see the patterns around them, identify the problems in any situation, figure out ways to solve the problem, organize fluid teams, lead collective action, and then continually adapt as situations change.”
Bill Drayton, founder and CEO of Ashoka
Changemaker Activities
Whether we are partnering with existing organizations to increase their impact or working on the ground to establish community-based development projects, Mambira Foundation is always striving toward making the world a more inclusive and just place. Please join us!
Crowdsourcing to Benefit Underserved Communities
Producing fun donor experiences and events for all.
Workshops and classes
Enhancing Cultural Diversity and Gender Equity
Providing arts, technology, and recreational workshops and classes
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Rebuilding a Zimbabwean Arts Community
A $10,000 USD capital campaign for the Mzilikazi Youth Center in Zimbabwe.
Upcoming Events
Fri, Apr 21Mzilikazi Youth CenterApr 21, 2023, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PMMzilikazi Youth Center, Mzilikazi, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Sat, Mar 13https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWtn5Nz7Mar 13, 2021, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM PSThttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWtn5Nz7Mar 13, 2021, 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM PSThttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxWtn5Nz7Mambira Foundation, Eugene NAACP, the Community Center for the Performing Arts, We All Rise, the University of Oregon Music Industry Collective, and the UO School of Music and Dance proudly host Union Fest, a free virtual festival celebrating Black art and artists
Fri, Jan 01https://youtu.be/povO951YnMMJan 01, 2021, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM PSThttps://youtu.be/povO951YnMMJan 01, 2021, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM PSThttps://youtu.be/povO951YnMMWe are excited to announce a New Year's Day event that can be livestreamed around the world. John Mambira will be interviewing Thomas Mapfumo, Ratie D, and Idit Shner as they reflect on the concerts they collaborated on together to support the borehole drilling project at Mzilikazi Youth Center.
Sat, Aug 22Mambira FoundationAug 22, 2020, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM PDTMambira Foundation, 2449 Polk St, Eugene, OR 97405, USAAug 22, 2020, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM PDTMambira Foundation, 2449 Polk St, Eugene, OR 97405, USAJoin the Mambira Foundation for a special evening of jazz music presented as a direct collaboration and melding of musical communities. All proceeds support the Mambira Foundation's campaign to fund a well in Zimbabwe.
Fri, Jun 26Studio 541 Productions - FacebookJun 26, 2020, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM PDTStudio 541 Productions - Facebook
Sat, Feb 22Sessions Music HallFeb 22, 2020, 7:00 PMSessions Music Hall, 44 E 7th Ave, Eugene, OR 97401, USA
Ground Reports
Working Towards a Better Tomorrow
Dealing with the challenges of today requires problem-solvers who bring different perspectives and are willing to take risks. Mambira Foundation for the Arts, Technology, and Recreation emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community, and a desire for actions to speak louder than words. Established in 2000, we’re an organization driven by progressive ideas, bold actions, and a strong foundation of support. Contact us to learn more and get involved.