The Youngsters

A safe place to sleep, a caring home, enough to eat, medical care, education... things that might seem basic to us aren't a given in many rural areas of Uganda. In a small village near Fort Portal, Francis has dedicated his life to giving the children of his hometown real opportunities for a brighter future.

The Hopes & Dreams of our Youngsters

Violet

Violet is one of the older children in the village—almost an adult. True to her role, she looks after the younger ones, the big sister who’s always there for everyone.

Her caring nature extends to animals, too. Violet dreams of becoming a veterinarian.

But in Uganda, pursuing such a career comes with financial challenges that even a top student like her cannot overcome without support.

Patrick

Patrick is a rather quiet boy—except in English, where he’s the best in his class.

His goal? To learn more about the world and see more of Uganda. Maybe even become a tour guide one day.

But first, he needs to get through to secondary school.

Your Questions

What impact does my donation have?

Mattresses, clothing, scholastic materials, medicine, and no growling stomachs—your donation ensures that all the Youngsters have what they urgently need. These needs vary from child to child, ranging from life-saving HIV medication to essential food packages.

With your help, Patrick and the other children can continue their education or even begin the academic training they've been dreaming of.

How do I know my money actually reaches the kids?

Will I receive a donation receipt?

All your children look so happy in these pictures. I thought they were struggling...?

There are a lot of charitable organizations that use images depicting the hardships of the people they support to motivate action. We understand that approach. However, we consciously chose to go a different route on this site.

For us, the fact that our Youngsters have a reason to smile is not just our mission—it’s the very purpose of this organization. That doesn’t mean very sad moments, poverty and suffering aren’t a reality for these kids. We just prefer to show you the more positive aspects in their lives - and the difference your support is making.

I'd like to do more. How can I help?

Things to know

Most of our Youngsters are orphans, as wildlife accidents and traffic incidents that claim the lives of parents and providers are common in Uganda.

The first four children Francis helped before founding the Youngsters organization all lost their father to such an accident.

HIV & AIDS, birth defects, and more... some of our children face serious health issues. These challenges place such a heavy burden on the families that they entrust their sick children to Francis’ care. Because medical care is expensive - and social support almost non-existent.

Some Youngsters come to Francis with their younger siblings to escape domestic violence and parents struggling with alcoholism. Offering them a warm meal and a safe place to sleep for a few nights becomes our priority in such cases.

Your help makes a difference!

Food or lifesaving medicine? School or work in the fields? Go to school hungry or stay lying on the hard ground because you have no strength to learn?

How would you choose?

For our Youngsters your support would mean that they no longer have to face these tough decisions - but finally have the means to shape their own future instead

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