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We've been working in Uganda for the last 16 years. Over that time, we've learnt a huge amount about the communities we work with and the challenges they face.

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

6 days ago4 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 193 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 33 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 153 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 283 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 173 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 53 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 43 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 256 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 284 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 162 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

The Mango Tree Q&A

After recently announcing our partnership with The Mango Tree, we wanted to put together a blog to answer some common questions which is...

Kids Club Kampala

Nov 13, 20244 min read

Championing childhood: advocating for children's rights in Uganda

Kids Club Kampala are making a huge difference in the lives of children and families living in the slums of Uganda’s capital. Our...

Lauren Billington-Drew

Oct 25, 20243 min read

World Food Day 2024

World Food Day 2024 is an opportunity to acknowledge the challenges that many communities face when it comes to food and nutrition. Food...

Kids Club Kampala

Oct 14, 20242 min read

Partnering for success with The Mango Tree

Kids Club Kampala and The Mango Tree have begun the process of partnering to increase our collective impact. Jo Black COO and Paul Moore...

Kids Club Kampala

Oct 14, 20242 min read

Creating a level playing field for children in Uganda

Play is more than a way for children to pass the time; it's a crucial part of their development. For children living in our communities...

Lauren Billington-Drew

Sep 30, 20244 min read

Programme Highlights Q2 2024

As a small, locally led charity we love for those who support us to fully understand the impact they have in Uganda. Working continents...

Lauren Billington-Drew

Sep 12, 20244 min read