African Rising Initiative

You can make a difference by donating today to the Rescue Women Foundation in Kampala, Uganda!!!

We are African Rising Initiative, a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to empowering African communities through projects focused on education, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and self-sufficiency. We secure funding for projects in multiple African nations, partnering with existing Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to create sustainable impact.

We are currently raising funds to support the urgent health and medical needs of our partner NGO Rescue Women Foundation in Uganda. The mission of this women-led organization is to empower vulnerable women and girls for sustainable livelihoods economically and through education and health. They believe that empowering women and girls can lift them and the society around them out of poverty thereby contributing to development several-fold.

In Uganda, healthcare access is limited — maternal mortality stands at 343 deaths per 100,000 live births, and only 42% of births are attended by skilled health personnel.

The rescue center takes in underage girls who are victims of assault and have been sexually abused resulting in unplanned pregnancies. These young girls range in age from 11-18 years old. The center provides shelter, food, safety, counseling, clothing, hygiene supplies, and full prenatal / postnatal care through their nurses and midwife on staff. They also partner with a local hospital for childbirth services and fund all needed fees. These young mothers typically require emergency c-sections due to their smaller body sizes. They are currently housing and supporting 30 pregnant mothers, 22 nursing mothers, and 33 babies!!

All proceeds will benefit the Rescue Women Foundation health program for medical support to deliver healthy babies, thereby reducing maternal and neonatal mortality. Support covers a wide range of services, including first aid, vaccinations, medications, disease prevention (such as HIV, malaria, and other communicable diseases), prenatal and postnatal care, as well as health education—mental health included. Of biggest need is ongoing funding to support emergency c-sections and pregnancy complications these young mothers face.

Help us combat the issue of teenage pregnancy and provide these young mothers and their children in Uganda opportunity to grow and thrive.

You can make a difference by donating today to Ishanu Ministries International in Jinja, Uganda.

We are African Rising Initiative, a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to empowering African communities through projects focused on education, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and self-sufficiency. We secure funding for projects in multiple African nations, partnering with existing Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to create sustainable impact.

We are raising funds to support the urgent housing and daily living needs of our partner community-based organization Ishanu Ministries International in Uganda. Ishanu is a lifeline for orphans, widows, and vulnerable children. Every day, they provide food, shelter, healthcare, education, and emotional support—because they believe that when we invest in children, we are shaping the future of our community and our world. We are African Rising Initiative couldn't agree more.

Right now, 50–60 children rely on them for a safe place to sleep each night.

It takes $2,483 USD each month to keep their doors open—covering rent, electricity, water, firewood, soap, and other essentials that make a house a home. Without continued support, these children risk losing the security and stability they desperately need.

Your gift today will help ensure that no child under their care is left without shelter. Together, we can protect their safety, nurture their dreams, and give them the foundation for a brighter tomorrow.

You can make a difference by donating today to Buyebe Community Care Initiative in Iganga, Uganda.

We are African Rising Initiative (ARI), a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to empowering African communities through projects focused on education, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and self-sufficiency. We secure funding for projects in multiple African nations, partnering with existing Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to create sustainable impact.

We are raising funds to support food security for our partner community-based organization Buyebe Community Care Initiative in rural Uganda. Buyebe provides essential support including food, shelter, and life-saving medicine to vulnerable children and widows in their community. Their mission is to make a lasting impact on the lives of those in need, ensuring their well-being and security through compassionate care and sustainable solutions.

Buyebe is raising money to help with basic needs of the orphans and widows they serve. Of greatest need is food. Currently, it costs $1,144usd a month to feed the community. In order to provide more food security and longevity, Buyebe, with the assistance of ARI, does farming to provide a source of not only food, but also income through sales. It costs $3,283usd a year to maintain the farm. This includes expense for:

The total annual budget for food and farming is $17,011usd. The hope is to raise enough money for the year to provide food to the orphans/widows while allowing time for their farming project to grow and lead them down the path of becoming more self-sufficient.

Proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to Buyebe for these initiatives. Please help us provide hope and food security for these orphans and widows.

You can make a difference by donating today to Eco-Agric Uganda in Western Uganda!!!

We are African Rising Initiative, a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to empowering African communities through projects focused on education, sustainable agriculture, women's empowerment, and self-sufficiency. We secure funding for projects in multiple African nations, partnering with existing Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to create sustainable impact.

We are currently raising funds to support the educational needs of our partner NGO Eco-Agric Uganda. Environmental Conservation and Agricultural Enhancement Uganda (Eco-Agric Uganda) is a fully registered Non-Governmental Organization working with rural farmers, women, orphans, vulnerable children and persons living with HIV/AIDS since 2007. Eco-Agric Uganda operates in Hoima, Wakiso, and Kibaale districts. They strive to holistically address the needs of vulnerable girls and women in these areas through 3 pillars; Education and Health, Empowerment of Women, and Environmental Sustainability.

Research conducted in October 2018 by Eco-Agric Uganda and other community members in South western Uganda established that:

Only 20% of the pupils in upper primary (Primary 5, 6 and 7) are girls. Of that 20%, only 10% cross over to secondary level with only 2% of these girls completing the senior four level. 60% of girls drop out of school because of poverty characterized by lack of food, sanitary pads, school fees and scholastic materials. 98% of the girls that fall out of school get married within the following one year. Enrollment of girls in schools is lower than that of boys while girls' school drop-out rate is higher.

Young girls often share their sanitary towels (usually scrap cloth) with their mothers or other women in the household. Though they are washed thoroughly between uses, in increases the risk of the spread of venereal diseases. For the girls that go to school, they miss school at least four days a month and 48 days a year because of lack of sanitary pads. Issues about menstruation are not talked about due to embarrassment, lack of understanding, and the low priority of such problems compared to challenges of starvation, violence, death, illiteracy and the many struggles of daily life. These women are living in absolute poverty.

Life was no different growing up for Josephine Nakakande, a founder and current Executive Director of Eco-Agric Uganda. Josephine holds a Doctorate in Business Management. She is a daughter to a teacher and a house wife and has four brothers and three sisters. When she went to high school at age 15, life was very hard for her and she wanted to quit. Her parents used all their savings from teaching and selling vegetables, even selling their only cow, to enable her to attend boarding school. Relatives chipped in to provide blankets and sheets. Josephine only had two dresses and this was her first time ever wearing socks and shoes. Although it was a period of excitement and happiness, Josephine vividly remembers her embarrassment gong to bathe without a towel and shower shoes. Girls bullied and teased her so much, she dreaded going to bathe, often going later than everyone else and being disciplined by the matron for her tardiness. When two kind classmates finally let her borrow a towel and old sandals, her faith was renewed and she knew she never wanted another girl to suffer as she did.

From inception, Eco-Agric Uganda has supported over 64,580 people improve their livehoods sustainably. They envision a healthy and empowered population living in a sustainable environment.

Through donor support, Racheal (above) was able to get her Primary Level Certificate and go to secondary school.

Eco-Agric Uganda is raising funds to support 93 children (84 girls and 9 boys) to stay in school. They have three terms running from January to March (first term), May to August (second term), and October to December (third term).

Funding Breakdown:

58 children in primary level

- each needs $30 usd per term ($90/yr)

- total of $5,220 usd for all for 3 terms

32 children in secondary level

- each needs $85 usd per term ($255/yr)

- total of $8,160 for all for 3 terms

3 girls studying nursing

- each needs $570 usd per term

- total of $5,130 for all for 3 terms

Grand total for 93 children for the whole of 2026 is $18,510 usd.

All funds will be used to support the girls to stay in school. Thank you for your kind support.

Hi everyone! My name is Sarah Potter, President of African Rising Initiative (ARI), and we are raising money for a special cause impacting girls in rural Uganda.

Eco-Agric Uganda, one of our partner Non-Governmental Organizations in Hoima, Uganda, is doing an amazing job training young women and girls in the community at their Vocational Training Center. They are learning needed skills such as welding, brick laying, motorcycle repair, woodworking, sewing, and much more. But they need our help for the program to thrive.

We are raising funds to provide personal protective equipment and supplies to the training center to ensure these girls stay safe as they learn and practice. The cost of supplies per student is just 260,000ugx ($75usd). To support the 62 students enrolled, the total amount needed is $4650. This includes:

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real impact. Even just a few dollars can help move this project forward and keep these girls safe as they learn lifelong skills and grow independence.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this fundraiser is also incredibly helpful. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. It means the world to me.

African Rising Initiative

Our mission is to uplift underserved and vulnerable communities in African nations by advancing access to education, promoting sustainable agriculture, empowering women, and fostering skills for self-reliance. Through collaboration with local organizations and culturally informed initiatives, we strive to create pathways out of poverty, build resilient communities, and cultivate sustainable opportunities for future generations.