ABOUT US

Our mission

Our mission at God's Hope for Uganda Families (GHUF) is to provide access to education for students in Kyenjojo, Uganda, who face barriers to pursuing their studies. We believe that every child has the right to learn, grow, and achieve their full potential, regardless of their family circumstances, disabilities, or financial means. By empowering our students with education, we aim to break the cycle of poverty and create a brighter future for our community. We serve children and families in Kyenjojo district, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable and marginalized. Our goal is to provide quality education and resources to our students, so that they can become leaders in their communities and make a positive impact on society.

An Organization 10+ years in the making

Travis befriended Godfrey and Solomon in 2008 at the Misenyi Orphanage School in Kyenjojo District, Uganda. Godfrey & Solomon were working hard to complete their studies despite extreme poverty and challenging family circumstances. Travis was there for a month-long volunteer program and was inspired by Godfrey and Solomon’s indomitable spirit. Travis bonded with Solomon over a shared love of soccer and with Godfrey during a near-death bicycle ride on the way to the village to get medical supplies (brake failure)!

FROM Initial SETBACKS…

After getting involved with non-profit advocacy and fundraising while attending Asbury University, Travis felt called to work in the non-profit community in Uganda. However, after his initial visit, he realized he didn’t have the language skills, cultural knowledge, or trusted network necessary to to make a real difference.

As the years went by, Godfrey & Solomon graduated from primary school and managed to cobble together enough funds to complete secondary school (grades 8-13) but could not afford to continue their education despite qualifying for university via entrance exams. That’s when God reunited the three of them.

TO Divine Inspiration

Travis reconnected with the boys through social media and began personally funding their university studies. Both of them thrived in the university setting, earning top grades and assuming leadership positions within student government. In 2018, Travis was able to return to Uganda 10 years after his original trip. While he was there, Godfrey & Solomon approached him with the idea to start a nonprofit focused on providing greater access to education within the same community they grew up in. That’s how God’s Hope for Uganda Families (GHUF) began.

Our family today:

• 501(c)(3) status acquired in 2023

• 3 succesful program graduates working in their chosen fields

• 24 students currently supported (primary, secondary, ordinary level, advanced level, & technical school)

Our Goals for tomorrow:

• 100% graduation rate from Primary School

• Find a sponsor for 100% of current student roster

• Find sponsors for the 20+ students on our waitlist, as well as the siblings of our current sponsored students

Our Dreams for the future

• Establish a school in Kyenjojo to serve the needs of the children who live there

• Ensure all of our students who have the desire & work ethic to do so have access to resources so they can complete University Studies or Technical School

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Kyenjojo Facts

• Kyenjojo District is home to roughly 500k people

  • 56% are aged 0-17

  • Of these children, 9% have lost one or both parents (about 24,500 children)

  • 5% have some sort of disability (about 13,600 children)

• Education in Kyenjojo District is also a major challenge:

  • The net enrollment rate drops from 77% in primary school to just 21% in secondary school

  • This drop off is mostly due to the fact that 42% of children age 10 - 17 work to help support their families

• Poverty is common, with the average monthly income around $82 per person

• Subsistence farming is the top source of income

• Clean water access is a problem across Uganda, with families often spending 20%+ of their income on water