Donatella Foundation
Direct Child Sponsorship

Sponsor a Child Program

By sponsoring a child for just $30-$35 a month, you provide tuition, daily hot meals, uniform, books, sanitary supplies, and essential healthcare. Sponsoring an orphan at Lidos Junior School opens up a universe of opportunities.

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Namawejje EstherAwaiting Sponsor
Wakiso Bukalango

Namawejje Esther

Age: 8 yrsClass: Primary 5Cost: $100/mo

Esther has cancer since birth but she has a strong love for studies

TuitionSchool UniformDaily MealsMedical Care
Dorothy NamubiruFully Sponsored
Bukalango, Kakiri

Dorothy Namubiru

Age: 6 yrsClass: KindergartenCost: $30/mo

Dorothy was abandoned as an infant and was taken in by a local community member who already cares for five other children. Dorothy dreams of becoming a doctor to help other sick children in her village.

TuitionSchool UniformBooks & StationeryDaily Meals
Joyce NabaaleAwaiting Sponsor
Kakiri, Uganda

Joyce Nabaale

Age: 8 yrsClass: Primary 3Cost: $30/mo

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.

TuitionSchool UniformDaily Meals
Brian SsentamuAwaiting Sponsor
Bukalango, Kakiri

Brian Ssentamu

Age: 9 yrsClass: Primary 4Cost: $30/mo

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.

TuitionBooks & StationeryDaily Meals
Derrick KatoAwaiting Sponsor
Bukalango, Kakiri

Derrick Kato

Age: 11 yrsClass: Primary 6Cost: $35/mo

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.

TuitionBooks & StationeryDaily MealsBed Net
Nahia NakatoAwaiting Sponsor
Bukalango, Kakiri

Nahia Nakato

Age: 7 yrsClass: Primary 2Cost: $30/mo

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.

TuitionSchool UniformDaily MealsMedical Care
Ivan MukasaFully Sponsored
Bukalango, Kakiri

Ivan Mukasa

Age: 10 yrsClass: Primary 5Cost: $35/mo

Ivan and his siblings live with their grandmother. Ivan is passionate about soccer and dreams of representing Uganda. He needs sponsorship to continue his upper-primary education and receive balanced nutrition.

TuitionDaily MealsSports EquipmentMedical Care
The Process

How Sponsorship Works

1

You'll be allocated a named child and receive an outline of their life, achievements, and family details so far.

2

You'll receive a video message and photo of your sponsored child.

3

Your contribution covers the child's living costs, education, and additional project programs in their area.

4

You'll receive annual updates on your sponsored child's welfare and achievements.

5

If you plan to visit Uganda, it's possible to meet your sponsored child, subject to our child protection policies.

Sponsorship Options

Monthly Sponsorship

Set up recurring monthly support for ongoing, consistent coverage.

Annual Sponsorship

Make a single one-time annual contribution instead — you can choose either option at checkout.

We encourage long-term sponsorship to give a child consistent support throughout their education, but we appreciate any level of commitment you can offer.

Our Commitment to Transparency

  • All children in our programs benefit from sponsorship contributions.
  • Regular updates are provided to sponsors about their sponsored child and our overall programs.
  • We maintain strict child protection policies to ensure the safety and privacy of every child in our programs.
Quick Answers

Sponsorship FAQs

How long does my sponsorship last?

We encourage sponsors to commit for as long as they are able, ideally throughout the child's education. However, you can choose to sponsor for any length of time.

Can I write to my sponsored child?

Yes, we encourage correspondence between sponsors and children, subject to our child protection policies.

What happens if I can no longer sponsor my child?

We understand that circumstances change. Just let us know, and we'll ensure the child continues to receive support through our general fund.

Have a different question? Check our Frequently Asked Questions or contact us.