Our work benefits the public at large
We support local initiatives, empower women, and cultivate a sense of community to build self-reliance on the ground in Wakiso District.
James Lwanyaga
Head & Founder
Donatella Foundation is a registered, community-led NGO working directly in Bukalango, Kakiri. We partner with local government offices, schools, and families to secure educational opportunities for vulnerable children while addressing everyday barriers like hygiene, sanitation, and food insecurity.
Every contribution is tracked from donor to doorstep. We favor lasting infrastructure — boreholes, classrooms, and trained local staff — over short-term relief, so the progress we build together continues long after a single gift or visit.
United effort to support children
True, sustainable development requires an intersection of health, water, and schooling. When we construct boreholes, we prevent illnesses that steal kids from classrooms. When we sponsor classrooms, we unlock opportunities.
- ✓Fully covered tuition fees structure at Lidos Junior School
- ✓Sourcing and drilling safe village water points
- ✓Providing high-protein meals daily to reduce local malnutrition
Our Commitment
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior in all our actions. Our commitment to integrity ensures that we remain accountable to our beneficiaries, donors, and partners, fostering trust and transparency in every aspect of our work.
Empowerment
We are dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to drive their own development. By providing education, resources, and opportunities, we aim to build self-reliance and foster sustainable change that continues long after our direct involvement ends.
Sustainability
Our focus is on creating lasting impact. We design and implement programs with long-term sustainability in mind, ensuring that the positive changes we initiate in education, water and sanitation, and poverty alleviation continue to benefit communities for generations to come.
How Sponsorship Works
Three straightforward steps connect your generosity directly to a child's classroom in Bukalango.
Browse Profiles
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Sponsor Monthly
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These children are waiting for a sponsor to secure their education, health, and daily meals.
Awaiting SponsorNamawejje Esther
Esther has cancer since birth but she has a strong love for studies
Awaiting SponsorBrian Ssentamu
Brian's father is severely disabled and unable to work, and his mother works as a day laborer in local gardens. Brian is highly motivated and loves mathematics, but frequently misses classes due to unpaid school fees.
Awaiting SponsorJoyce Nabaale
Joyce is an orphan who lives with her aunt. Her aunt has four biological children and cannot afford to pay for Joyce's education. Joyce is incredibly creative and loves drawing, singing, and reading storybooks.
Awaiting SponsorDerrick Kato
Derrick is the twin brother of Wasswa. They live with their mother, a single parent who does laundry for households to buy food. Derrick is an excellent student and dreams of becoming an engineer to construct boreholes.
Awaiting SponsorNahia Nakato
Nahia lost her parents to HIV/AIDS and currently lives with her elderly grandmother in Bukalango. Her grandmother works in subsistence farming but can no longer afford school tuition and school supplies.
Join us in making a difference
We are proud to connect kind supporters with children who dream of standard learning pathways.
We are a trusted force for good
Our ground committees coordinate with Wakiso local government offices, water drilling geologic firms, and registered schools. We audit resources and maintain permanent water committees to protect assets.
Verified Direct Accountability
Sponsors receive direct report cards and photo records of children.
Localized Leadership
Operated entirely by local Ugandan directors who understand village contexts.
Every dollar counts:
invest in a brighter future
Charity events
Join us on the ground as we celebrate milestones with the children and families we serve in Wakiso District.
Annual Borehole Dedication & School Open Day
Bukalango, Kakiri • Aug 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Free • Open to Public
See Their Stories Come to Life
Watch how your support changes lives — real moments from the children, schools, and families we serve in Bukalango, Kakiri.
Every mission has
a bigger story
Join us as we document borehole clean water milestones and school reports directly from Wakiso.
Community OutreachEmergency Food Relief Delivered to Vulnerable Families
In response to crop failure during the recent dry spell, our team organized an emergency food drive, delivering maize flour, beans, and cooking oil to 150 single-mother households.
Education SupportA Brighter Future: Nahia's First Term
Meet Nahia, a young girl whose life was transformed within just three months of receiving an educational sponsorship. Learn how sponsorship has impacted her confidence and education.
Water ProjectsClean Water Restored to Kakiri Community
Thanks to our international donors, we have successfully drilled a deep-water borehole in Kakiri, providing clean water to over 1,200 villagers and reducing water-borne illnesses by 85%.