From a seed of prayer, a remarkable testament to community spirit and unwavering dedication has blossomed in Uganda. What began as a heartfelt desire to provide an education for the orphaned children at Small Miracles Orphans Home Ministries (SMOH) has culminated in the completion of the SMOH Educational Center, a beacon of hope and opportunity.

The journey began with the tireless efforts of a handful of dedicated supporters. Fueled by compassion, they shared the urgent need for a safe and nurturing learning environment. Through creative fundraising—selling handcrafted items and homemade baked goods—they chipped away at the daunting task of raising the necessary funds.

The newly constructed center originally housed two bright classrooms, a storage room, and a girls' dormitory. This structure represented more than just bricks and mortar; it embodied the belief that every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and build a brighter future.

The impact of this new educational space was immediate and profound. As soon as the doors opened, twelve families from the surrounding community, unable to afford local school tuition, eagerly sought to enroll their children. The influx of eager learners underscored the desperate need for accessible education and presented a new challenge: the need for a second teacher.

The community's response was nothing short of miraculous. To accommodate the growing number of students, local leaders and community members took it upon themselves to build and completely fund two new classrooms. This expansion now allows us to provide a free education to over 90 children from the village.

Today, we have two college-degreed teachers who are passionate about their work, each earning a monthly salary of $100. They are supported by several dedicated parents who volunteer as teachers' aides. While we are immensely grateful for these teachers, we struggle to consistently meet their monthly salaries. With our growing student body, we urgently need to hire a third teacher to maintain the quality of education.

This is where you can make a powerful difference. We are searching for sponsors to commit to paying a teacher's salary. 3 monthly sponsorship of just $100 would guarantee 3 teacher's income, providing them with the stability to focus on what they do best: shaping the minds and futures of these children. Your commitment would be a direct lifeline, allowing us to continue offering this vital education and to expand our staff as needed.

The story of the SMOH Educational Center is a powerful reminder that even seemingly small acts of kindness and collective effort can lay the foundation for transformative change. It is a story of hope built brick by brick, fueled by compassion, and dedicated to creating a brighter future for the children of Lwanda. As the doors of the new classrooms open to eager young minds, a new chapter of opportunity and growth begins, all thanks to the hearts that chose to invest in their future.

Ways to help:

Sponsor a Teacher A consistent salary empowers our teachers to focus on what they do best: educating our children.

$25 pays one teacher’s salary for one week.
$100 sponsors one teacher’s salary for an entire month.

Support Our Volunteers. Our programs are made possible by the selfless dedication of volunteers. A small monthly gift is a big way to say thank you.

$20 gives a monthly gift to one of our four volunteer teacher's aides.
$40 provides a monthly gift to our sewing teacher, which is only $10 a week.
$40 provides a monthly gift to our volunteer cook, which is only $10 a week.

Equip a Classroom
Help us provide the supplies and equipment that create a better learning environment for our students.
$12 buys 30 boxes of crayons.
$15 buys a box of school chalk.
$30 buys a ream of paper.
$35 buys a new student desk.

Your Gift, Their Education: Your support enables our teachers and volunteers to continue their vital work, providing our students with the tools they need to succeed.