Uganda Rural Fund (URF)

Archive for January 25th, 2012

25 Jan
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Youth United to Serve: A new youth group empowered to address youth challenges & curb poverty

As the youth under URF guidance, we realize the immense potential to make a difference in our communities inspired by the education URF has given us and many opportunities for […]

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19 Jan
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Chicken Project to generate income toward sustainability of URF projects and local community

Dependence on foreign donations/aid is risky and not “smart” development. URF’s major focus is on designing projects that can generate income using local resources and tapping into local markets. We have […]

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19 Jan
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My African Experience: A volunteer’s experience with URF

“The main reason I was attracted to URF was that it is a non-profit organization run by a Ugandan. … I have seen and experienced first-hand that the most successful […]

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12 Jan
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Small classes and student-focused teaching provide a foundation for a quality education at Hope Academy

At Hope Academy, small classes provide an opportunity for a student-focused model of teaching which forms the foundation of a quality education. Our students come from unique backgrounds and often […]

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11 Jan
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Village banking and entrepreneurship training empower rural families to become economically independent

As the saying goes, “Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” Based on this wisdom, at URF, we believe in the empowering people to take charge […]

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11 Jan
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I have now completed my O’Level and I must say that it has not been my effort but rather your help; Thank you!

“I hope to help out with the community activities in collaboration with URF activities as my contribution for what URF has done for me.” Kasigwa Deo Deo is one of […]

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05 Jan
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2011 Achievements: Clinic, 3 Medical camps, Leadership Institute, Village health workers, Solar, 2 Homes, & more

Because of your generosity and kind support, 2011 was a wonderful year for URF and we registered some amazing achievements. We would like to THANK YOU for your kind support […]

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03 Jan
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I.T Camp: Bridging the digital-divide, empowering rural kids through information technology

Basic computer skills are essential to function in this modern society yet the digital-divide is still huge. Students in rural schools lack access to information technology resources which limits their […]

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03 Jan
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Empowering men to engage in community development

  The big buzz in development is always women’s empowerment, but we forget that men play a key role in how effective and active women can become in community development […]

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