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Uganda Feeding The Vulnerable Initiative
Working together with YAWORA Foundation in the Kyaka II Settlement Camp in Uganda to identify some of the most vulnerable members mother-led families in need of food support.
This project occurs monthly and feeds over 20 families each month. The goal is to expand to more families. We have recently been able to assist in transportation of individuals who otherwise would be unable to travel to collect this assistance.
Uganda Soybean Garden
This plot of land, and the seeds to plant the garden, were provided to a community group who cleared the land and carefully prepared the area for planting. They work the crops and all enjoy the harvest.
These community members are taught about sustainable farming practices and soybeans are a food staple in the area. This allows community members to take their newly learned skills and grow other crops where they have access, while also providing food for their immediate use.
Uganda Entrepreneurship
Wamungu had a vision for an in-demand business in Kyaka II. He wanted to create a salon. Hair and scalp care is important in the area and nearly all community members keep their hair very short for this reason.
Wamungu had a plan. We were able to provide the building materials, solar panels for power, and salon tools needed. Wamungu built the structure from the ground up and has built a loyal customer base while also offering free haircuts to many who can’t afford to pay.
This business has been a success for Wamungu and a blessing to the local community.
Uganda Shelter Project
Uganda is a beautiful country, located near the equator in a tropical climate. Uganda enjoys a heavy rainy season which can be devastating to the local shelters in Kyaka II which are primarily constructed of mud and sticks.
A quality roof can make a world of difference. We were able to work with local community leaders to identify 20 homes in the area with the most severe roof damage and provide durable tarps which will serve as a dry roof for many years.
Uganda Piggery - “Send 3” Program
This piggery was created as a community program with a learning and “pay it forward” approach.
This began with 3 local community members who were given access to the land and assisted in building the pig enclosure. Each member was also given one piglet to care for, and taught how to properly raise a piglet. As the piglets grow and are able to breed, each member receives a piglet until they have 3 each. Once each member has 3 piglets and the knowledge to care for them, a new group of individuals are brought in and the process is repeated.
The goal of the project is to expand the operation and train over 50,000 pig farmers by 2030.
Uganda Casava Garden
Like the soybean garden, this plot of land and seeds were provided to a small group of local community members. These wonderful community members work the soil and crops from preparation to harvest.
These community members are also taught about sustainable farming practices and casava is a great crop to grow in this climate. It stores well so it can provide a long term food solution. This allows community members to take their newly learned skills and grow other crops where they have access, while also providing food for their immediate use.
Uganda Entrepreneurship
Many in the Kyaka II settlement camp have a desire to work, but opportunities are slim.
Anything that can be organized to sell or trade is a potential small business opportunity.
We work with local community members to purchase food and cooking products in bulk, and they package it into smaller, pre-portioned and easy to use bundles. This allows them to resell these products for a small profit that they can use to support their families.
Uganda Kyaka II Church Project
These faithful Christians gather wherever they can to worship God and uplift each other. They have long dreamed of building their own church to gather in. Through much sacrifice, they were able to gather wood and build the framework for a church building. A roof would need to be purchased, and these church members did not have money.
We were blessed to jump in and support their project by providing a solid roof for the church building. We look forward to visiting one day to enjoy a worship service with these wonderful people!
