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In 2005 a group of Nanaimo women were deeply moved hearing about the plight of the grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa from Stephen Lewis.


”The AIDS pandemic has left millions of children orphaned by AIDS. Without hesitation or complaint, Africa’s grandmothers have stepped in to care for them. In fact, in many countries throughout southern Africa it is estimated that 40% to 60% of orphans live in grandmother-headed households. After burying their own adult children, they take on the responsibility of caring for their grieving grandchildren, often with little or no support and while coping with their own deteriorating health…”


These women decided to become involved in the work of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Gogo means grandmother in Zulu, so they called themselves NanGo Grannies and became part of the inspiration that led to the formation of the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign.


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Nango Grannies - 2020


We are an informal group from many different backgrounds with many different talents. Since the beginning, we have raised money in many different ways: garage sales, beer and burgers, Chair Affair and African Markets. See our events page for more details.


New members and new ideas are always welcome. We are passionate about our cause, and like to have fun while we fund-raise!



 Victoria Grannies Lunch in the Park 

Saturday, September 7th

Maffeo-Sutton Park, Nanaimo

From Campbell River to Victoria: Every year for three days in September the Victoria Grannies hold their fund-raising 275km bike tour, and each year the NanGo Grannies host the cyclists for lunch in the Maffeo Sutton Park in downtown Nanaimo. This year, on a lovely clear day, lunch was provide for 35 cyclists. Click here to view enlargements of the photos showing last years participants.

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Cyclists & the NanGo Grannies
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Dining Out in the Park
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Hosts: The NanGo Grannies


Victoria Grandmothers for Africa Virtual Cycle Tour


 Jane Templeman Biking in the Rain


Jane Templeman participated in the Victoria virtual ride. She committed to riding 600 km, a prodigious feat! The Victoria Grandmothers for Africa‘s 14th annual Cycle Tour, took place between August 17 and September 13.


 Jane Templeman Biking in the Rain


Jane Templeman participated in the Victoria virtual ride. She committed to riding 600 km, a prodigious feat! The Victoria Grandmothers for Africa‘s 14th annual Cycle Tour, took place between August 17 and September 13.

 Jane Templeman Biking in the Rain


Jane Templeman participated in the Victoria virtual ride. She committed to riding 600 km, a prodigious feat! The Victoria Grandmothers for Africa‘s 14th annual Cycle Tour, took place between August 17 and September 13.


NanGo Grannies Craft Sale


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The NanGo Grannies had a booth at the Island Roots Market held at Beban Park on Wednesday August 5.

Thanks to Pat’s daughter we were given the use of a tent which gave us some much needed shade.

The market was quieter than usual (covid19?) but we still had sales totaling $455.13 of which the full amount goes to the Stephen Lewis Foundation, so the 4 hours was a very worthwhile effort. We may have a chance to do it again in the fall.


NanGo Grannies Craft Sale


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The NanGo Grannies had a booth at the Island Roots Market held at Beban Park on Wednesday August 5.

Thanks to Pat’s daughter we were given the use of a tent which gave us some much needed shade.

The market was quieter than usual (covid19?) but we still had sales totaling $455.13 of which the full amount goes to the Stephen Lewis Foundation, so the 4 hours was a very worthwhile effort. We may have a chance to do it again in the fall.


NanGo Grannies Fund Raisers over the past few years.


Go to our events page to see a fuller history of past events.


All monies raised on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation's endeavours to help African Grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS.


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NanGo Grannies Fund Raisers over the past few years.


Go to our events page to see a fuller history of past events.


All monies raised on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation's endeavours to help African Grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS.


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NanGo Grannies Fund Raisers over the past few years.


Go to our events page to see a fuller history of past events.


All monies raised on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation's endeavours to help African Grandmothers caring for children orphaned by AIDS.


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NanGo Grannies Giant Fabric Sale: 2024 Fabric Sale September 21, 10 am to 1:30 pm, at the Nanaimo Curling Club, 106 Wall Street in Nanaimo.

All proceeds from the sale go to the The Stephen Lewis Foundation, which assists over 1 million grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa who care for over 15 million children who have lost their parents to HIV and AIDS.
We have more fabric and sewing supplies than ever! We have garment, costume, decorating, Christmas, and specialty fabrics, in addition to tons of Quilting fabric, quilting notions, yarn and knitting/crochet notions. You will find some great bargains!
We look forward to seeing you at our sale. more details
Stride to turn the Tide
NanGo Grannies are on the move striding in this year’s Stride to turn the Tide of HIV and AIDS in sub Saharan Africa. Some are walking and counting steps and some are counting kms running or biking. Others are gardening, swimming, paddling, rowing, dancing, yoga, golf, lawn mowing. All on the move to show our solidarity with our African sister grandmothers as they walk for water, food, medical attention, get to meetings and everywhere else they need to go. We are inspired and humbled with what they accomplish every day as they support their grandchildren and their communities.
It is easy to participate. Keep track of your daily activities from now until the end of July. Email weekly your steps or times spent in an activity to: Cynthia and they will be added to our group total.
We will be "walking" our beautiful West Coast Trail
JOIN US! Click on this link to arrive at our TEAM PAGE at SLF and sign up on our team.

NanGo Grannies Crafts Available
Because of recent worldwide health issues, NanGo Grannies have had to cancel or alter some of their usual events. These activities raised much needed financial support for our sister grandmothers in 15 countries in subSaharan Africa.
As the need is just as great now, if not more so, we have decided to offer some of our items for purchase online. Our crafters and sewers have been busy producing during “social distancing”. Most of our supplies are donated and we strive to “repurpose” materials such as our one of a kind aprons made from old blue jeans.
As with all monies we raise on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, all your donations will go to help African Grandmothers caring for their grandchildren orphaned by HIV/Aids.
For more details, a full display of the crafts available, including fabric masks, and for directions on how to order CLICK HERE.

  • Fabric Face Masks with large assortment

  • Laptop Cases(17x13)  Tooth Fairy Bags

  • Casserole Carriers   Micro Bowl Holders

  • Hobo Bag (Uganda)      Aprons

  • Infinity Scarves         Hotpads

  • xmas
  • mugs
  • Fabric Xmas tree deco.         Mug Rugs

  • sachets
  • Heat
  • Sachets, Oils & Bath Salts         Heat Packs


For more details click here.

 Book Launch 

Powered by Love: A Grandmothers’ Movement to End AIDS in Africa


Book Launch

Click on image for full details of the event held Nov 8, 2017

NanGo Grannies Giant Fabric Sale: 2023
The NanGo Grannies are holding their Giant Fabric Sale on Saturday, September 16 from 10 am to 1:30 pm, at the Nanaimo Curling Club, 106 Wall Street in Nanaimo.
All proceeds from the sale go to the The Stephen Lewis Foundation, which assists over 1 million grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa who care for over 15 million children who have lost their parents to HIV and AIDS.
Prices start at $3 per meter, and we accept cash, debit and credit card payments. We are expecting lots of shoppers in an indoor space, and masks are optional. We encourage you to bring your own shopping bags or boxes/totes.
There is lots of free parking, in the Nanaimo Curling Club lot and across the street at Bowen Park.
We look forward to seeing you at our sale. more details

Stride to turn the Tide
NanGo Grannies are on the move striding in this year’s Stride to turn the Tide of HIV and AIDS in sub Saharan Africa. Some are walking and counting steps and some are counting kms running or biking. Others are gardening, swimming, paddling, rowing, dancing, yoga, golf, lawn mowing. All on the move to show our solidarity with our African sister grandmothers as they walk for water, food, medical attention, get to meetings and everywhere else they need to go. We are inspired and humbled with what they accomplish every day as they support their grandchildren and their communities.
It is easy to participate. Keep track of your daily activities from now until the end of July. Email weekly your steps or times spent in an activity to: Cynthia and they will be added to our group total.
We will be "walking" our beautiful West Coast Trail
JOIN US! Click on this link to arrive at our TEAM PAGE at SLF and sign up on our team.

NanGo Grannies Crafts Available
Because of recent worldwide health issues, NanGo Grannies have had to cancel or alter some of their usual events. These activities raised much needed financial support for our sister grandmothers in 15 countries in subSaharan Africa.
As the need is just as great now, if not more so, we have decided to offer some of our items for purchase online. Our crafters and sewers have been busy producing during “social distancing”. Most of our supplies are donated and we strive to “repurpose” materials such as our one of a kind aprons made from old blue jeans.
As with all monies we raise on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, all your donations will go to help African Grandmothers caring for their grandchildren orphaned by HIV/Aids.
For more details, a full display of the crafts available, including fabric masks, and for directions on how to order CLICK HERE.

  • Fabric Face Masks with large assortment

  • Laptop Cases(17x13)  Tooth Fairy Bags

  • Casserole Carriers   Micro Bowl Holders

  • Hobo Bag (Uganda)      Aprons

  • Infinity Scarves         Hotpads

  • xmas
  • mugs
  • Fabric Xmas tree deco.         Mug Rugs

  • sachets
  • Heat
  • Sachets, Oils & Bath Salts         Heat Packs


For more details click here.

 Book Launch 

Powered by Love: A Grandmothers’ Movement to End AIDS in Africa


Book Launch

Click on image for full details of the event held Nov 8, 2017


NanGo Grannies Giant Fabric Sale September 16
The NanGo Grannies are holding their Giant Fabric Sale on Saturday, September 16 from 10 am to 1:30 pm, at the Nanaimo Curling Club, 106 Wall Street in Nanaimo.
All proceeds from the sale go to the The Stephen Lewis Foundation, which assists over 1 million grandmothers in sub-Saharan Africa who care for over 15 million children who have lost their parents to HIV and AIDS.
Prices start at $3 per meter, and we accept cash, debit and credit card payments. We are expecting lots of shoppers in an indoor space, and masks are optional. We encourage you to bring your own shopping bags or boxes/totes.
There is lots of free parking, in the Nanaimo Curling Club lot and across the street at Bowen Park.
We look forward to seeing you at our sale. more details

NanGo Crafts Available
Because of recent worldwide health issues, NanGo Grannies have had to cancel or alter some of their usual events. These activities raised much needed financial support for our sister grandmothers in 15 countries in subSaharan Africa.
As the need is just as great now, if not more so, we have decided to offer some of our items for purchase online. Our crafters and sewers have been busy producing during “social distancing”. Most of our supplies are donated and we strive to “repurpose” materials such as our one of a kind aprons made from old blue jeans.
As with all monies we raise on behalf of the Stephen Lewis Foundation, all your donations will go to help African Grandmothers caring for their grandchildren orphaned by HIV/Aids.
For more details, a full display of the crafts available, including fabric masks, and for directions on how to order CLICK HERE.

  • Fabric Face Masks with large assortment

  • Laptop Cases(17x13)  Tooth Fairy Bags

  • Casserole Carriers   Micro Bowl Holders

  • Hobo Bag (Uganda)      Aprons

  • Infinity Scarves         Hotpads

  • xmas
  • mugs
  • Fabric Xmas tree deco.         Mug Rugs

  • sachets
  • Heat
  • Sachets, Oils & Bath Salts         Heat Packs


For more details click here.



 Book Launch 

Powered by Love: A Grandmothers’ Movement to End AIDS in Africa


Book Launch

Click on image for full details of the event held Nov 8, 2017


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