Get Involved
We invite you to join the circle and become a friend of Tonga!
Friends of Tonga relies on passionate and dedicated individuals who desire to effect change in the small island nation of Tonga. When you become a member and donate in support of our programs and projects, you help uplift communities and individuals in sustainable ways. Every contribution, in its entirety, will be invested in our programs.
By becoming a member, you will get connected to a worldwide network of Friends of Tonga, and get opportunities to participate in events, third goal activities, and much more.
We look forward to becoming your kaume’a and hope to see you soon around the kava circle!
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Give
Since its founding in 2018, Friends of Tonga has had sweeping impacts across every island group in Tonga, addressing educational gaps, distributing disaster relief, and more. We’ve supported dozens of communities as they strive for a more sustainable and prosperous future.
We are truly a people-powered organization: 100% volunteer-led, supported by leaders and advocates on the ground in Tonga, and fueled by generous contributions from donors across the world. View our financial reports and other documentation.
Will you give today to support our work in Tonga?
What’s New
The latest from Friends of Tonga. Find an archive of our E-Newsletters here.
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Opportunities for Action
There are many ways to get involved with our work and help support our mission. Have an idea of your own? Email us.
Events
Friends of Tonga members gather to attend virtual meetings, book and documentary talks, and more. Our events deepen understanding of Tonga and the Pacific and connect friends of the Tongan people.
Third Goal
The Third Goal of the Peace Corps is “To help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans.” We give you the tools and resources necessary to do just that.
Advocacy
Friends of Tonga works with the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) to urge Congressional action to support legislation that supports the Peace Corps and its Volunteers.