Help 600 Needy Children Keep in School in Uganda

Thanks to the generous support from the Martyn Lucas Investor Family, 400 children in rural Uganda received books, pens, and pencils — the simple but essential tools that help them stay focused, confident, and actively engaged in school. For many children in underserved communities, lacking basic scholastic materials is not a small inconvenience; it is a barrier to learning and self-worth. Without notebooks, students are forced to combine multiple subjects into one book, making revision difficult. Without pens or pencils, they miss taking notes entirely, falling behind despite their eagerness to learn. This initiative is deeply personal. Growing up, I often combined several subjects in one notebook and sometimes missed taking notes because I did not have a pen. I understand the quiet embarrassment of lacking what every child should naturally have. No child should feel ashamed simply because they do not have the basic tools for learning. By providing these essential supplies, we are doing more than distributing stationery — we are restoring confidence, promoting equal participation in the classroom, and helping keep children in school. Access to basic learning materials directly contributes to improved attendance, stronger academic performance, and reduced dropout rates. We invite you to join us in ensuring that more children remain in school and have the opportunity to acquire quality education. Together, we can remove small but powerful barriers and give every child the dignity and tools they deserve to succeed.

A meal made the difference between a school closing and a school thriving.

For the first time in many years, St. Benard Mwenge Primary School has more than 15 Primary Leaving Candidates — enough to retain its school center number. Story: Not long ago, St. Benard Mwenge Primary was at risk of closing. Enrollment had dropped so low that the school could no longer meet the national requirement for exam candidates. Families wanted their children to learn, but many students stayed home because they didn’t have food during the day.

Everything began to change when the school feeding program was introduced. With the assurance of a daily meal, children started returning to class. Attendance grew week by week. Teachers saw renewed energy, smiles, and determination among the learners.

This simple act — providing a nutritious meal — has brought life back to a struggling school. For the first time in years, St. Benard Mwenge Primary now has a full class of candidates ready to take their national exams. The feeding program didn’t just fill stomachs; it restored hope for education in this community.

Thank you for believing in this project and giving children the chance to learn, grow, and dream again. Your generosity has not only sustained the school but also secured its future.