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We've been working in East Africa for the last 17 years. Over that time, we've learnt a huge amount about the communities we work with and the challenges they face.


Helping, not harming: making sure your giving truly protects children
When supporting international charities, it can be hard to know where your money is actually going. We give because we care about others and want to support positive change. However, even well-meaning efforts can sometimes cause harm. Across the UK and Ireland, individuals and Churches are responding to God’s call to care for children in need through mission trips, donations and long-term partnerships. This generosity comes from a good place, but donations can sometimes unkno

Olivia Barker White
Oct 17, 20254 min read


Encouraging Education
Growing up, the start of a new school year brought excitement. The anticipation for timetables and catching up with friends, the frantic trying on of uniform to check it still fits, the embarrassing level of excitement I had to try out my new pen. Growing up in a society where this annual pattern is the norm, it’s easy to forget that other children and families are missing out altogether. In this blog I will be giving a brief overview of the current educational landscape in

Lauren Billington-Drew
Sep 26, 20254 min read


Challenging menstrual stigma through our Girls Support Groups
This blog post shares the findings of research undertaken by Emeli Hanson, a University of Sheffield student who completed a research...
Emeli Hanson
Sep 18, 20254 min read


Creating safer communities through our Social Justice Project
Every child has the right to grow up in a safe environment, surrounded by care and protection. Yet for many children in Kampala’s slum...

Anna Arevalo
Aug 27, 20253 min read


Skilling for sustainability: breaking the cycle of poverty one life at a time
In today’s shifting global landscape, international aid is undergoing a significant transformation. The USAID shutdown marked a pivotal...

Isabelle Bryan
Aug 8, 20254 min read


Fuelling futures through our Community Feeding Project
At Kids Club Kampala, we believe no child should go hungry - and the school holidays are no exception. In May, we launched our Community...

Anna Arevalo
Aug 1, 20253 min read


Child Sponsorship FAQs
At Kids Club Kampala, we’ve been running our Child Sponsorship Project for over a decade. It’s a key part of our mission to make education more accessible...

Nia Bodimeade
Jul 11, 20254 min read


Our Tanzanian partners
Kids Club Kampala has recently embarked on a new adventure with The Mango Tree, combining the efforts of the two organisations to...

Kids Club Kampala
Jun 19, 20253 min read


Programme Highlights Q1 2025
As a small charity, we believe it is really important to be transparent with our supporters and share regular updates about our projects...

Sarah Wilson
Jun 3, 20253 min read


International Day of Families 2025
On Thursday 15th May, we will be celebrating International Day of Families. The International Day of Families was established by the UN...

Sarah Wilson
May 15, 20253 min read


Planting seeds of hope, growing a brighter future together
We are thrilled to have entered an exciting new chapter as we join forces with The Mango Tree. By uniting our two organisations, we're...

Leah Amick Stout
Apr 28, 20253 min read


Celebrating Easter: sharing hope and creating change
I love Easter. I love the warmer days and longer nights, the blossom and spring flowers, the creme eggs and hot cross buns… somehow this...

Olivia Barker White
Apr 17, 20253 min read


World Book Day 2025
Reading has the power to transform people from all walks of life. We consume words constantly, creating meaning, expanding our...

Kenzie McKallor
Mar 5, 20253 min read


Accelerating Action: International Women’s Day 2025
International Women’s Day has always been about recognising women’s achievements while demanding that the world do better. Every March 8,...
Laud Agyekum Donkor
Mar 4, 20253 min read


Turning insights into action – how we’re strengthening our impact in Kampala
Over the last 16 years, Kids Club Kampala has stood side by side with children and families in Kampala’s slum communities, ensuring that...
Laud Agyekum Donkor
Feb 25, 20256 min read


Empowering young men and boys in Kampala’s slums
The slums of Kampala are alive with the energy and determination of young men and boys striving to overcome immense challenges. In these...
Laud Agyekum Donkor
Jan 28, 20254 min read


New year, new challenge
As we enter an exciting new year, we are so pleased to be bringing you this blog, all about how you can make a real difference in 2025....

Kids Club Kampala
Jan 16, 20252 min read


Kids Club Kampala Annual Charity Update 2024
At Kids Club Kampala, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. Our holistic approach focuses on...

Olivia Barker White
Dec 20, 20245 min read


Getting ready to DOUBLE our impact through the Big Give
Our CEO and Co-Founder, Olivia Barker White has recently returned from a trip to Uganda, where she visited each of our programmes and the...

Olivia Barker White
Dec 2, 20243 min read


Charity Christmas presents - give the gift that gives twice
As we approach the Christmas season, many of us begin shopping for the perfect gifts to show our loved ones how much they mean to us....

Lauren Billington-Drew
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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