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from Lights e.V.

In the coming weeks and months, we will keep you informed through a series of newsletters, sharing updates on the work of the Ugandan team, exciting news, and insights into the behind-the-scenes work of our social project in Uganda!

Rundbrief 1 - Juni 2025

Rundbrief 2 - Sept. 2025

Ongoing projects in Uganda

planting at Emma Dow

The children’s home grounds are largely exposed to strong sunlight. To increase greenery and provide more shade on the property, the Lights Masaka Foundation is currently planting grass and trees together with members of Lights e.V.

We hope that the current rainy season will help everything grow well.

We welcome financial support to continue this project.

planting grass

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Successful projects in Uganda

IMPACT & MILESTONES of the Lights Masaka Foundation

Since its founding – 2012 to 2025

🌍 Emergency Aid (Right to Protection & Survival*)
Over 650 homeless children received food, hygiene supplies, counseling, basic medical care, and access to a safe emergency shelter.
€3 provide one child with a meal, hygiene support, and emergency assistance.

🏠 Housing (Right to a Safe Home*)
Up to 35 children live each year at the Emma Dow Children’s Home.
Around 200 children have been reunited with their families.
Over 40 children found a home in foster families.
€180 per year provide one child with accommodation, food, and hygiene.

📚 Education (Right to Education*)
110 children gained access to high-quality education; 70 continue to be supported.
14 adolescents completed their schooling.
27 young adults completed vocational or technical training and now earn their own income.
2 are currently attending university (Pharmacy & Biology).
On average, one school year costs €894 per child, including tuition, boarding (hostel), meals, and learning materials.

🩺 Health Care (Right to Health Care*)
Over 700 medical treatments were carried out in 2025; 34 children were referred for further diagnostic care.
Approximately €20 per year ensure emergency medical care for one child.

🌱 Sustainability (Right to Development & Participation*)
Coffee farming, gardening, and animal husbandry strengthen food security and the organization’s financial independence.
A €5 coffee plant generates approximately €35 in profit after two years.

👧 Support for Girls (Right to Safety & Equality*)
32 homeless girls were immediately protected, received medical care and psychosocial support, and were placed in safe foster families with access to education.
€70 provide one week of comprehensive protective care.

👩🏫 Professional Staff (Right to Reliable Care*)
15 staff members ensure qualified social work and educational support, including 3 full-time positions.
A full-time salary currently costs €350 per month.

*Reference to implemented (children’s) rights