40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation
Join 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation in expanding access to quality education for children in underserved communities. Together, we empower young people to lead meaningful social change.
About us
Bridging educational gaps in underserved communities
Founded in 2012, 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040) is a volunteer-based nonprofit organisation dedicated to expanding access to literacy and quality education for children in underserved communities. Through the power of community, social media advocacy, and youth-driven action, we mobilize resources, raise awareness, and create meaningful opportunities that increase school enrolment, improve retention, and inspire brighter futures.
Our Programmes
Angaza Resource Center
Angaza Resource Centre (ARC) provides a safe, child-friendly space offering free learning resources to children in underserved communities.
Angaza Outreach Programme
Angaza, derived from the Swahili word for “Shine,” is our flagship program providing educational resources to vulnerable children and underserved communities.
Volunteer Programme
4040 empowers over 50 young people annually through volunteer placements, nurturing socially conscious individuals who drive community impact.
Impact In Numbers
Children Reached
Volunteers
Books Donated
Teachers Trained
Success Stories
Angaza Day
News & Updates
Volunteers: The Quiet Architecture of Change
4040 holds its first ever Angaza Day
World Teachers’ Day 2025: Celebrating the Unsung Heroes
Our Partners










Be the Reason Someone Smiles Today
Your donation helps us mentor young people, support community projects, and create lasting change.
