The Friendship Circle was established in 2015 by a group of friends from Cameroon with diverse backgrounds and professions. Its inception was as a social club, providing support during significant life events such as baby showers, weddings, and more, while also promoting professional growth, social bonding, and community service. Over time, the membership expanded to 25 people who offered mutual support during events like weddings, baby showers, birthdays, funerals, job sharing, and professional development.
A turning point for the organization came in April 2018 with the passing of one of its members, Mr. Charles Bisong (Charlo Biz Biz), to cancer. This tragedy ignited a new mission within TFC to give back to the community and make a positive impact in any way possible.
The Friendship Circle transformed into a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the State of Maryland, with the aim of raising funds in compliance with the law and offering tax-exempt benefits for donations. TFC’s community outreach primarily focuses on empowering young people through executive conferences, skill-building, and competitions, and finding investment opportunities. TFC’s charity efforts include donating clothing, shoes, food, home and hospital equipment, and merchandise to orphanages and other needy centers in Cameroon and across Africa.
To alleviate poverty within African communities and equip young people with the skills and support they need to become self-sufficient and thrive.
To provide immediate and lasting solutions to children and families living in poverty in Africa through initiatives that focus on professional and health education, skills and leadership development, and sustainable economic investments.
On Saturday, April 20th, 2024, we hosted the 2nd Annual TFC 5K Run in memory of Charles Besong, also known as Charlo Biz, one of the esteemed founders of TFC (The Friendship Circle); who unfortunately lost his battle with cancer in 2018. The purpose of this 5K walk is to encourage all of us to prioritize an active lifestyle and strive for a healthy life. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the over 70 participants who joined us for this event. We sincerely hope that even more individuals will join us next year. Thank you for your support and love from TFC.
The Friendship Circle aka TFC on Wednesday January 17,2024 donated modern Hospital beds to some Five Health Centres in the South West and North West regions. The donation ceremony that took place at the esplanade of the Tiko District hospital was chaired by the Representative of South West Governor, Mr.Nkem Ngong Desire in the presence of the first Deputy Mayor of Tiko Council, Hon Efite Andrew representing Mayor HRH Peter Ikome Mesoso III, tbe Assistant Divisional officer for Tiko, Mr Egbe Elvis, Limbe city Mayor, Mr Efome Paul and representatives of the various Health Centres. The donation which is TFC’s Community outreach 2024 Hospital Beds project, saw Ten Modern Hospital Beds each handed to Five Health Centres in the South West and North West Regions.
TFC Annual 1st Annual Gala and Fundraiser. The theme of this event will be Hope, Health, Empowerment and Charity. This was attended by over 150 participants and almost 70,000 raised. The goal of the fundraiser was to precure and supply hospital beds and medical supplies to hospitals and communities in need In Cameroon. It was a night of elegance, class, generosity and genuine camaraderie.
The Friendship Circle (TFC)organized the TFC Annual Food drive to feed the homeless. This selfless act of kindness took place at The Bridge Shelter Home in down town Dallas on May 13th, 2023. With the help of more than twenty TFC members and volunteers, TFC distributed hundreds of food perishables to include sandwiches, bananas, apples, oranges, juice, water and other food items to the homeless.
TFC organized a 5K run competition in honor of Mr. Charles Bisong (Charlo Biz Biz) who was one of their members who passed in 2018. This activity was a charity event to raise awareness for fitness and wellness in the community and aligns with TFC’s strategic goals to encourage a healthy lifestyle. At the end of the run, participants were engaged by presenters who spoke about the need to eat healthy, exercise more, buy life insurance and more.
The friendship Circle (TFC) in partnership with CAMEROON Youth Assembly (CYA) organized The Entrepreneurship and Skills Development Fair 2023 on January 13th at Mountain Hotel Buea, South West Region, Cameroon. This fair included 5 Guest Speakers (Entrepreneurs, Academicians, Diplomats, UNESCO, CNN Journalist, IT Engineers, etc), a Full Media House, more than 300 participants!, more than 15 skills Exhibitors, more than 20 Project Pitchers, more than 30 participants interested in learning new skills on a full scholarship, over 2 Million FCFA given out to winners of skills and project competitors; it was hosted by Cameroon’s popular and celebrity comedian Dr. Kwoh Elonge (Aunty Felicia)
TFC Partners with Safari Lounge to feed 25 widows and families totaling a population of more than 100. Items donated included Rice, beans, garri, corn, oil, plantains, shoes, clothes and more to the tune of over One Million FCFA ($2000).
