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Pamela Brannon

October 11, 2019

Sister Rose’s Story

In 1972, during the midst of Idi Amin’s brutal dictatorship (a regime characterized by rampant human rights abuses, political repression, ethnic purging, extrajudicial killings and widespread […]
October 7, 2019

Immaculate Nakayiki

TYPE OF IGA PROJECT: Piggery Immaculate lost her husband in 2004 and has ever since been the sole provider for their 8 children (including Children of […]
August 30, 2019

Blue Collar Pride – The World Needs Your Skills

“We continue to churn out white collar students, yet we have no jobs. We need to look at this and ensure that we prepare our people […]
July 31, 2019

Supporting Students Inside & Out

On June 18th, Children of Uganda’s Program Director, Ritah Namakula, along with our Finance and Administration Officer, Richard Kasibante and Sponsorship Coordinator, Angela Kyolaba Munii traveled […]
June 30, 2019

Meet COU’s Family – Video Special!

Please comment on, like and share our videos on Facebook and Instagram! Children of Uganda has directly sponsored the primary, secondary, vocational and/or university education of […]
May 31, 2019

Food Sustainability: For Uganda’s People and the Planet

“I never imagined my life would cycle back to farming. And although I did not become a medical doctor, I see myself instead as a hunger […]
April 30, 2019

A Journey of the Heart

CNN recently named Uganda one of the most beautiful places to visit in the world. If you would like to see the beauty of Uganda firsthand […]
March 29, 2019

Sweetening Visitation Day For Students

Snacks, soda and sugar are highly prized items at boarding schools in Uganda – see how a little goes a long way in boosting students’ joy […]
February 28, 2019

Family Event Honors Outstanding Students

At the annual guardian’s meeting, our primary purpose is to bring families together to share their personal and collective experiences, triumphs, challenges and vision for the […]
January 31, 2019

Optimizing Health for At-Risk Kids

“To keep the body in good health is a duty…otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.” – Buddha By the […]
December 17, 2018

A Farewell Tribute to Prossie Lamunu

On behalf of everyone at Children of Uganda, we thank you for over a decade of loving service to vulnerable youth and their families. Dearest Prossie, […]
November 30, 2018

Everything Will Change

For 24 of Uganda’s most vulnerable kids, their lives are about to completely transform through sponsorship. Edrine does not smile. He doesn’t want to play with […]
October 31, 2018

Wishes Fulfilled in the Mile High City

Children of Uganda’s annual fall board meeting was held in Denver, CO where many exciting wishes came true – including reaching a big fundraising goal and […]
September 30, 2018

From Nothing to Abundance – a 100 Women Club Transformation Story

“I am confident that even if Children of Uganda left me today, I can continue to educate my children with the foundation I’ve been given.” Over […]
August 31, 2018

Everywhere You Go, They Want to Know Your Dream

Mia McLaughlin (pictured above) accompanied COU’s Executive Director, Pamela Brannon, and Board Chair, Cheryl Hargrow, on this year’s summer expedition to Uganda. Mia is the daughter […]
July 31, 2018

A Life Comes Full Circle

When choosing what to write about this month, I knew almost immediately the story I wanted to share. I have been Executive Director for over 10 […]
June 30, 2018

Boost a Child’s Confidence and Success

Matched dollar for dollar, together we can raise upwards of $10,000! This limited-time opportunity ends July 30th, so please act now. Between family vacations, summer camps […]
May 31, 2018

Women on the Rise

“There is no force equal to a woman determined to rise” – W.E.B. Dubois Between May 25th – 28th, Children of Uganda’s (COU) staff visited 20 […]
April 30, 2018

From Uniform to Cap and Gown, Brenda is Going Places

“It is you who turned a Kyengerere girl into the important person that I am today. Thank you very much.” -Brenda Nambuubi Brenda Nambuubi was born […]
March 31, 2018

Sponsorship Opens a Gateway to the World

Greetings from Northern Israel! As the saying goes, ” God will make a way” and indeed he has for me. I started my journey in the […]
February 28, 2018

“The Truth is You Paved This Beautiful Way For Me”

Thanks to her loving and devoted sponsors, this COU graduate is on the road to success. Jane Nanfuka graced stages across America on the Tour of […]
January 31, 2018

Daisy Nkinzi is Awarded “Top Student of the Year” for 2017

We are so proud to honor one of our most brilliant and resilient sponsored students. Daisy Nkinzi was recently awarded “Top Student of the Year” based […]
February 7, 2017

Character Transformation Workshop Empowers Over 500 Students

Students had illuminating answers to most of the questions asked by the facilitators whenever any arose. Children of Uganda held a character transformation, counseling and guidance […]
February 6, 2017

Five of our Earliest-Sponsored Students Graduate From Prominent Universities

Five students — among the first students to be sponsored by Children of Uganda — have graduated from prominent universities in Uganda. The aim of Children […]
February 3, 2017

Ripple Effect: How Sponsoring a Child Saves a Whole Family

“I owe my life and achievements to Children of Uganda.” Margaret Nazziwa is one our guardians. When her son Robert joined Children of Uganda, her own […]
December 6, 2016

University Graduate Lands Position with Prestigious International Firm

“It’s a dream come true to work for an international development organization and it wouldn’t have been possible if Children of Uganda hadn’t believed in me.” […]