Giving Digest: Bringing Hope to Kauga Prison Community
The Rotaract Club of UCU-Mukono, in partnership with TASLAF Advocates and Ruth Nanjobe, organized a heartwarming outreach to Kauga Prison, providing inmates with essential gifts and words of encouragement. The initiative brought hope and support to the community, showcasing the power of collective generosity.
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Giving Digest: 31 Days, 31 Half Marathons – A Reflection on Running for a Cause
Coach Ken and friends of Caldwell Fitness came together for the 5th edition of the “31 Days, 31 Half Marathons” charity run, bringing hope to the elderly and vulnerable children in slum communities. The initiative culminated in a joyful ice cream party, celebrating resilience, generosity, and community spirit.
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Giving Digest: Transforming Young Lives Through Community After-School Clubs
NFT Consult, led by Group CEO Elizabeth Ntege, has relaunched its Community After-School Clubs, offering disadvantaged children aged 5 to 13 the opportunity to develop critical skills in leadership, language, and social interaction. Originally launched in 2019 and paused due to COVID-19, the initiative is back, stronger than ever, with a renewed commitment to empowering young minds.
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Read MoreGiving Digest: Running for a Cause – The Arua Marathon
Over 500 participants from West Nile and the diaspora came together for the Arua Marathon, running distances from 2 to 21 kilometers to raise funds for needy learners. Their collective effort is transforming lives by providing access to education and essential resources.
Read MoreFrom Warm Tears to Cold Tears by Dr. Milka Singh
Life has a way of presenting unexpected opportunities to make a difference. What started as an act of kindness turned into a life-changing journey of empowerment and resilience. Watching a young girl rise from adversity to achieve academic success is a reminder that true impact comes from believing in others and offering them a chance to thrive.
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Read MoreOn October 6, 2024, CoRSU held its first-ever charity walk, #WalkForGood, to raise awareness and support for people with disabilities in Uganda. Over 1,000 participants, including key government officials, came together for the 5km and 10km walk, symbolizing unity and compassion. The event highlighted the urgent need for continued efforts toward disability empowerment and inclusion.
Read MoreThe Keron Kabugo Foundation, honoring Juliana Kanyomozi’s late son, recently visited the Support Disabled Children Centre in Ggaba, bringing essentials and hope to children with special needs. Juliana and her team witnessed the children’s incredible resilience, proving that even small acts of kindness can create lasting change. It’s a legacy of love and care.
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Read MoreMTN Uganda’s Digital Access Program partnered with Tunaweza Foundation to enhance digital literacy for underserved communities and individuals with disabilities. MTN donated ten computers, a year of free internet, and backup power systems, benefiting over 500 people. This initiative marks a key step toward a more digitally inclusive Uganda.
Read MoreOn August 25th, 2024, the UMA Grounds in Lugogo buzzed with energy as Ugandans and international participants gathered for the Rotary Cancer Run 2024 under the theme, Spreading Magic in Every Step. This powerful movement extended beyond Kampala, reaching over 40 towns and cities across Uganda and beyond, drawing more than 50,000 participants.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Over the weekend, FIDA Uganda, led by Ms. Liliane Byarugaba Adriko, visited the Kitezi Landfill accident site to support those affected by the tragedy. The Kitezi landfill, located in Kasangati, has served as Kampala’s primary waste disposal site since 1997, processing 2,500 tonnes of waste daily. On August 10, 2024, the landfill’s collapse tragically claimed the lives of over 23 residents.
Read MoreGiving Digest: The five threshers will aid farmers in Uganda, reducing post-harvest losses and boosting earnings as part of Uganda Breweries' sustainability strategy. Managing Director Andrew Kilonzo emphasized their commitment to supporting local farmers through the "Farm for Success" program, which invests UGX 52 billion annually and benefits 50,000 farmers.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Stanbic Bank Uganda and Liberty Insurance Uganda donated 400 bags of cement to St. Andrew’s Archdeacon Church in Gayaza to improve its infrastructure. Church leaders expressed gratitude, highlighting the donation's impact on community services. The initiative reflects both companies' commitment to corporate social responsibility and community development.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Watu Credit Uganda organized a blood donation drive in collaboration with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services as part of their fifth-anniversary celebrations. The drive was held at the company's call centre on Bukoto Street and the Ndeeba Branch, and the event, themed "Donate Blood and Save a Life.” It saw over 80 participants donating a total of 100 units of blood.
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Read MoreGiving Digest: Celebrate the 11th anniversary of the Kabaka's Birthday Run, a monumental event that drew over 110,000 participants to Mengo Hill to support the fight against HIV/AIDS under the theme "Men Against HIV/AIDS to Save the Girl Child."
Read MoreGiving Digest: Explore the mission of Lira Babies Home, providing a nurturing sanctuary for over nine hundred infants. This beacon of hope supports newborns to three-year-olds and reinforces twenty-four reunited families. Join the Uganda Bikers Association in their heartfelt journey to support these children, fostering a brighter future.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Join the Rotaract Corporate League in their inspiring journey to combat childhood cancer in Uganda. With a vibrant kickoff event that transformed a friendly soccer match into a fundraising powerhouse, Rotaractors are on a mission to raise fifty million Ugandan Shillings for young patients. Their collective spirit shines in monthly meets, uniting professionals on the field for a cause that goes beyond the game – supporting children with cancer.
Read MoreGiving Digest: The Ug Love Movement, led by renowned Women's Rights Activist Angella Asiimwe, is an annual charity campaign dedicated to supporting teen mothers and orphans in Uganda. For the past three years, the movement has spread love through various communities by providing essential services such as access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), legal aid, vocational skills, and other valuable contributions.
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Read MoreGiving digest: In February 2024, the National Council gathered at the Golf Course Hotel in Kampala, where the Uganda Red Cross Society recognized significant blood donors from the previous year, 2023. Among them were Siira Pali, who generously donated blood 120 times, Hajj Mohamood Nankwanya with 215 donations, Haji Sebaggala, Mustapha Kigozi with 124 donations, and Simon Peter with 111 donations.
Read MoreGiving Digest: On Sunday, March 17th, 2024, a multitude of Ugandans gathered in Kampala for the Absa Bank Kampala 7 Hills Run, aimed at raising funds for girl-child education. Promoted with the hashtag #RunHerRace, the event attracted diverse participants from various backgrounds, totaling 5,000 individuals, including representatives from 60 corporate entities who partnered to ensure its success.
Read MoreGiving Digest: Hajjat Aphwa Ssebyala, a prominent activist in women's rights and climate action, has dedicated her efforts to addressing the impact of climate change in Uganda. Her notable initiative, the Annual Greening Friday’s campaign, conducted in collaboration with the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council, has seen the successful distribution and planting of nearly 500,000 trees. Ssebyala's commitment extends to her choice of clothing, regularly donning green kitenge, symbolizing her mission to "paint the world green" with trees.
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