For the past 16 years since 2010, Country Lights Ministries has been tirelessly engaged in missionary work in Central Uganda, reaching out to some of the poorest districts in Uganda where 80% of the population grapples with unemployment and families survive on just one meal a day, valued at a mere $1.
Our research revealed a dire situation: 78% of the children in one district in Luweero district lack access to quality education due to the unemployment of their parents or guardians.
In response, we conceived the idea of establishing an exemplary academic institution, the Country Lights Academy, to provide free, high quality education to vulnerable and orphaned children and youth.
Project Timeline
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2019: We laid the foundation for this transformative project
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2023: The Board of Directors passed a resolution to launch the Primary Country Lights Academy in 2024
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2024: The primary school will initially cater to three thousand children between the ages of five and fifteen, covering Primary One to Primary Seven upon completion
Project Objectives
The primary objective is to curb the rampant growth of uneducated vulnerable and orphaned children by providing them with a conducive learning environment.
To achieve this, the first phase of the project requires Country Lights Ministry to raise $1,000,000.
How You Can Help
We are reaching out to compassionate individuals, donors, well wishers and grant providers to join hands with us in turning this vision into reality.
Our primary strategy for fundraising includes actively seeking donations, engaging with well wishers and applying for grants.
To ensure transparency and accountability, we are fundraising to generate the necessary funds for this project beyond sponsorship and our operating budget.
Join us in lighting up the future for these deserving children. Your support can make a lasting impact on their lives and the entire Country Lights community.
