Elizabeth is five years old and middle-class at Agape Community School. She lives with her grandmother. Her mother left for Saudi Arabia to do casual work but has never returned from the time she left Elizabeth at two and a half years old. Elizabeth’s grandmother sells charcoal to raise money for family needs, but this money is insufficient to keep Elizabeth in school. Any support given will help keep her in school and ease the grandmother’s burden. Donate Now

Akram is 14 years old and in Primary 6 (5th grade). He lives with both parents in the slum near the Pendeza Uganda office. His parents are cleaners at the church where the Pendeza office is located. They do not earn enough to meet all their family's basic needs. Both his parents are semi-literate. Akram is the firstborn of two children and a very healthy boy. He dreams of becoming a doctor, and one of his hobbies is reading. He also loves to play soccer and make friends. He is a well-disciplined and focused boy. He greatly needs financial support to continue with school.Donate Now

Hilda lives with both her parents but her father is unable to take care of the family. Her mother, who is currently unemployed, is the sole provider at home. She earns some money through sewing occasionally and selling water from which she earns a total of 2,000/= daily on average. Hilda's mother seems to be willing to work to better her situation. We at Pendeza look forward to working with you to help Hilda and her family live a better life. Donate Now

Frank is 17 years old and the firstborn of two children. He is in Primary 7 (6th grade). He dreams of becoming a pilot. Frank and his brother live with their mother; little is known about their father. The father abandoned them when they were little. The mother had previously worked as a cleaner at a church, and with support and training from Pendeza Uganda, she now sells products in an open-air market. Her business is picking up, but she still has the enormous responsibility of caring for the two boys and paying other family expenses. Support for Frank will help the mother keep Frank in school and help him and his brother have hope for a better future. Donate Now

Esther is a determined 14-year-old student in senior one at St. Julian Secondary School. Despite losing both her parents to HIV at a young age, she has not given up on her dreams. She lives with her maternal Auntie, Habiya Margret, in Nazigo-Kayunga district, who is currently unemployed after losing her job as a fishmonger. To raise school fees, Esther assists her Auntie with farming, which can be challenging at times. However, she remains focused on her studies and has set her sights on becoming a doctor. Any support rendered to Esther will help keep her in school and enable her to achieve her ambition. Her determination and resilience are an inspiration to us all!. Donate Now

Jireh is Nine years old and lives in one of the Kampala slum areas with her single mother. Her father abandoned Jireh at a tender age. Currently, the mother is unemployed since the project she has been working with closed recently. Jireh is in Primary 4 (3rd grade). She is an intelligent and confident girl who loves to draw and color. She also loves to sing and dance. Jireh is an active and happy little girl who would benefit from attending school, but her mother is currently unable to pay for her to attend school. However, that should not be the end of her story. If you could partner with us, we can help this precious little girl have a better life and future and send her to school. Donate Now

Immaculate is a humble 5-year-old girl at the Elementary level at Agape Community School.  The mother abandoned Immaculate at one year because the father [MUGUMA CHARLES] had rejected the pregnancy. She has never seen her mother physically and lives with her grandmother [NSUNGWA REGINA], who owns a small retail shop to support her family. Immaculate’s father also went to South Sudan to hustle but barely sent any help to her. Any support given will help keep Immaculate in school. Donate Now

Joel is eight years old, in the Primary one, and the firstborn of his parents with two siblings.  They live in Kivuulu slum with his mother [NAMBUYA JOYCE] and the grandmother. His father [WANUMA REUBEN] abandoned them with his mother. The mother works as a cleaner in shopping malls to fend for the family since the father does not send any support to the children. Joel is a quiet young boy, innocent of what happened to her mother, and we believe if given a chance, his future could turn out to be brighter and better. Donate Now

Hindu is nine years old and in primary two ( grade 1) at Buganda Road Primary School. She lives with both parents in Makerere Kivuulu. Hindu's mother [KAYONGO JANE] is a cleaner in one of the city's shopping malls, while her Father [FAIZO MOSES] is a porter. They earn very little to meet the family's needs sustainably; therefore, any financial assistance given to Hindu will help keep her in school. Donate Now

Meet Kwagala Esther, a six-year-old young girl who faced a difficult challenge early in life when she was born with a hole in her heart. Despite the odds, Esther was able to receive life-saving surgery with the help of Pendeza Uganda, and today she is healthy and full of life. Esther's family faces financial struggles, but her mother works hard to support the family and care for her nieces and nephews after they lost their parents. Unfortunately, Esther's father does not have a stable income to support the family, so her mother is the sole breadwinner, selling soft drinks to make ends meet. Despite these challenges, Esther is determined to succeed and stay in school. With your support, you can help Esther continue to thrive and reach her full potential. Donate Now

Meet Meghan, a brave 4-year-old girl who lives in the Makerere Kivulu slum with her family. Meghan has already been through so much in her young life, including a heart condition that required urgent surgery. Thankfully, Pendeza Uganda stepped in and provided the necessary support for Meghan to undergo a successful surgery, and she's now recovering well. However, Meghan's mother, Nansubuga Jackie, is facing financial struggles and is worried about her daughter's education. That's where you come in! Pendeza Uganda is calling for your financial assistance to help Meghan get the education she deserves, giving her a chance for a brighter future. Your contribution can make a real difference in Meghan's life and provide her with the opportunity to achieve her dreams. Let's join hands and help Meghan realize her full potential. Donate Now

Meet Muhammed, a vibrant five-year-old boy who lives with his parents, Bwenene Yusuf and Nangobi Zahara, in the Namulesa-Jinja district. He is the youngest of 12 children and belongs to a highly needy family. Sadly, due to the family's extreme poverty, none of the children have had the opportunity to receive an education. With no help, Muhammed's future may be bleak, and he may miss out on the chance to lead a better life. But with your assistance, we can help Muhammed achieve his dreams and give him a brighter future. Your support can significantly impact his life and help him break the cycle of poverty. Let's give Muhammed the opportunity he deserves to thrive and become a successful member of society. Together, we can make a difference! Donate Now

Henry is 17 years old and lives with his stepbrother (Michael), his wife, and two of their biological children in a slum near the Pendeza Uganda office. Michael and his wife are casual laborers at church and earn very little to meet Henry’s educational needs and those of their children. Henry lost both his parents in 2005. He has a health complication that requires continuous attention and monitoring, and he is on regular medication. He is currently in Senior one (7th grade). Despite his situation, he always smiles and is very optimistic and friendly. He hopes to become the president of Uganda one day. Donate Now

Samuel is 12 years old and in Primary 5 (4th grade). He lives in a slum near the Pendeza Uganda office with both of his parents.

His father married another wife but sells clothes for a living, while his mother is a cleaner at a church to help provide for the family. Samuel comes from a family of four children. He has a vision of becoming a doctor. Samuel says that he likes singing, dancing, and playing. We need your financial contribution to give Samuel a promising future ahead of him. Donate Now

Prosy is eight years old and in Primary 3 (2nd grade). She is the firstborn of her parents, and two siblings were born after her. They live in a slum area in Kampala. Her father has no gainful employment and cannot contribute much to the family's welfare. Her mother does casual work, shelling peas and beans depending on what’s available, earning on average about $1 on a good day. Prosy’s younger sister has heart disease, and this made their situation even worse. Prosy is a happy child who loves to study and make friends. We believe that some financial support would take the family to greater heights. Donate Now

Simon is 13 years old and in Primary 7 (6th grade). He is the last child of four. His father abandoned him from conception, and he now lives with a single mother in a Kampala slum. The mother works as a cleaner for the city to care for the family. The mother struggles to care for the children since she is sick and earns very little. Simon has an allergy that keeps affecting his well-being. However, he is a happy boy who is very interesting to be around. Any financial support given to him through Pendeza Uganda could help him. Donate Now

Joseph is 14 years old and living with his maternal Auntie [NANDUTU AGNES] in the Makerere Kivuulu slum. Joseph lost both parents to HIV AIDS in 2008 when he was seven months old. He dropped out of school in primary three ( Grade two) because his Auntie could not Educate him due to financial constraints. The auntie has three other children to look after and works as a cleaner in the Nabukera building in Kampala city center for the home's sustainability. Joseph still has a great desire to study, and any help given to him will lighten up his future.. Donate Now

Favor is Eight years old and in primary Two (grade one) at Bat Valley Primary School. She is the only child of her parents, and she lives in Nansana with her father [KATEMBA JULIUS], a single parent after her mother [NALUNKUMA WINNIE] became ill and was taken back to her parent’s home for special care. Her father does mechanical work in the Kivuulu slum to earn a living and also sends help for his sick wife. His wife’s illness has become very costly, so any help rendered to Favour will be of great relief. Favor loves studying and swimming and wants to become a doctor. Donate Now

Hellen is a bright girl with a big dream of becoming a doctor. She is 16 years old, 5th born of six children, and living with her single mother [NASALAWO FAITH]in Kivuulu slum. Her father [MWANDIQUE FRANCIS] abandoned them and married another woman in the village. Hellen’s mother depends on cleaning shopping malls and being a maid to raise money for the family. With the bit of money she earns, some of Hellen’s siblings have been forced to drop out of school, and Hellen’s future will be shaky if no help is given to her. Please partner with us to keep this intelligent and hardworking girl in school. Donate Now

Moses is six years old and in pre-primary school at Victory Kindergarten. He is the youngest of six children and is currently living with a kind-hearted individual named Bayise Joseph. Although Bayise is not a relative, he kindly offered to take Moses in after his parents' loss. Moses’ father passed away due to a strange disease, while his mother died from diabetes and high blood pressure. Since Moses's support has ended, it has been quite challenging for him to continue his education at the primary level. His siblings also struggle to make ends meet and cannot provide him with any financial assistance. Any help given to Moses would be greatly appreciated. Donate Now

Kizito is ten years old and is in primary three (grade 2) at Buganda Road Primary School. He lives with his mother, Christine, who is single and unemployed, making her very vulnerable. Currently, they are being sheltered by a well-wisher since his mother cannot afford to pay rent for herself and her children. Kizito lost his father in an accident when he was only three months old. Kizito helps with the household chores by washing utensils and fetching water. During his free time, he enjoys playing football with his friends. Despite never having attended school, he dreams of becoming an engineer when he grows up.With a small financial contribution, Kizito can have the opportunity to start attending school. Donate Now

Shifra's story is one of resilience and determination, but she needs our help to achieve her dreams. Living in a Kampala slum with her mother and two siblings, Shifra is currently in Senior one (7th grade). Despite facing numerous challenges, she remains a well-disciplined girl with a positive attitude towards life. Her mother, who lacked education, gained hair-dressing skills with support from Pendeza Uganda and now owns her salon. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 lockdown has negatively impacted her business, and she cannot pay for Shifra's education. That's where we can make a difference. Pendeza Uganda supports Shifra, but she needs extra help to meet her school needs. She is a lovely, intelligent, hard-working girl who dreams of becoming a doctor. By supporting Shifra's education and helping her overcome these obstacles, we can provide her with a brighter future and empower her to achieve her goals. Donate Now

Allan is 12 years old and lives with his mother and father in the slum near Pendeza, Uganda. His mother has been stickily with liver-related challenges. With medical support from Pendeza Uganda, she is much better now. She works for a cloth manufacturer and uses her wages to care for her family’s needs since the father is unemployed. Allan had joined Primary 4 (3rd grade) but could not continue because his parents could not pay his fees. Allan says he likes playing soccer, drawing, and writing in his free time. Allan could use your help to start school all over again. He’s a bright boy who needs a helping hand to be all he can be. He dreams of becoming a lawyer, which he can attain with the help of Pendeza Uganda.

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Jafari is an inspiring 11-year-old boy from Kiruuli-Nakaseke district. Despite losing his mother after a c-section, he has remained positive and determined to succeed. His father is polygamous and shows no responsibility for his children. However, Jafari's uncle's wife has been taking care of him since he was three years old. Jafari is a kind and helpful child who loves to play soccer and help out with household chores. He is also deeply committed to his faith as a born-again Christian and attends Vine Branch Community Church for fellowship and Sunday school. Despite his challenging circumstances, Jafari has big dreams for the future. He aspires to become a doctor and make a positive impact on the world. With his passion, dedication, and resilience, we do not doubt that Jafari will achieve great things in life. We are in urgent need for a sponsor for Jafari’s Education. Donate Now

Kevin is the last of 6 children. The parents separated about two years ago and the father moved back to the village in Mbale doing odd jobs.
The mother lives in Kivulu slum in Makerere and sells charcoal for a living. Donate Now

Whitney lives with both her parents in Kivulu slum in Makerere. She was studying in middle class until she was discontinued due to lack of fees.
Whitney enjoys to sing. Together with us at Pendeza, we can take Whitney back to school so she can grow up to be a responsible citizen of this country. Donate Now

Patience is six years old and living with his stepfather and mother [KYAKYO GLADYS]. She is at the elementary level at Friendly Nursery School. Patience’s father [ULE ROBERT] abandoned her to the mother, and she has never seen him, nor has he sent any help. Her mother, a cleaner, struggles to take care of her patience, and the stepfather refuses to take care of her but supports Patience’s step-brothers. Patience is a humble girl whose future can be made brighter with any financial assistance rendered to her. Donate Now

Meet Olivia, a 15-year-old girl living in a Kiruuli village two hours outside Kampala. Despite facing immense hardship, Olivia is determined to succeed as a nurse. She is the sixth of ten children and lost her mother at a young age. Her father, who struggles with alcoholism, is unable to provide for the family. To support herself, Olivia lives with her grandmother and works hard every day doing domestic work and gardening. Olivia's dream of becoming a nurse is a big one,  and with the proper support, she can make it a reality. Any help you can give will go a long way in helping Olivia achieve her dreams and create a better future for herself. Donate Now

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Elvis is a young, ambitious boy 13 years old in primary seven ( 6th grade) at Kasubi church of Uganda primary school. He lives with his single mother [KAJUMBA MONICA] in Makerere Kivuulu. He is the second born of two children, and their mother owns a bar to raise money to support the family. Elvis is a determined boy who wakes up early in the morning to walk to the far school and returns home after school. His father[KABUYE RONALD] abandoned them when he was in primary three, and Evis does not even know where he went. Elvis is a hardworking boy who loves to study; any support will enable him to complete his studies successfully. Donate Now

Pamela is 13 years old and the second born of three children. She is in primary seven at Cornerstone Primary School.  She lives in Mpererwe with a single mother [ATUHAIRWE CAROLINE]. Her father died in 2022 after being murdered due to land wrangles. Pamela’s mother lost her job after being robbed of money, and after that incident, she was left helpless and struggling to take care of the family. Any financial assistance regarding school fees will relieve the mother's burden. Donate Now