AboutHope For Kids
Our Story of compassion, commitment, and transformation.
Our Story
Hope For Kids Charity Organization was founded on the belief that every child deserves a chance at a better future. Witnessing the struggles of orphaned and vulnerable children in Uganda, our founders were moved to action.
What began as a small initiative to provide shelter and basic care has grown into a comprehensive program serving over 125 children. Today, we support children through residential care, quality education, healthcare, vocational training, and spiritual guidance.
Our commitment remains unwavering: to transform the lives of vulnerable children and empower them to become agents of change in their communities.
Our Foundation
What drives everything we do
Mission
To provide vulnerable children with a safe environment, quality education, healthcare, spiritual guidance, and opportunities to reach their full potential.
Vision
A world where every child experiences hope, protection, and opportunity to transform their own life and positively impact their communities.
Core Values
Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Faith, Service, and Excellence guide all our decisions and actions.
Why We Exist
The need that inspired our mission
Orphaned and vulnerable children in Uganda
of children lack access to basic education
live below the poverty line
Hope and potential in every child
Our Leadership
Dedicated professionals serving with passion
Mary Nanyonga
Founder & Executive Director
Visionary leader with 15+ years of experience in child welfare and community development.
Dr. James Okumu
Programs Director
Education specialist committed to transforming lives through quality education programs.
Sarah Mwangi
Operations Director
Strategic thinker focused on sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Our Journey
Key milestones and moments of impact
2015
Foundation
Hope For Kids officially established with 10 children
2017
Expansion
Opened residential facility, grew to 50 children in care
2019
Education Programs
Launched school sponsorships for 40 community children
2021
Healthcare Initiative
Started comprehensive healthcare program for all beneficiaries
2023
Vocational Training
Introduced skills training for older children and youth
2024
Present Impact
Serving 125 children with expanded programs across multiple areas
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join us in transforming the lives of vulnerable children in Uganda.