A Few Words About Me AND My Team
Our Story
I was born and raised in Jinja, like any other child, full of dreams and potential. However, my life took an unexpected turn when I was given an expired polio vaccine on my left leg boot. Instead of protecting me, it left me with lasting physical challenges. Growing up disabled in a society that often misunderstands and sidelines people like me was not easy. I experienced rejection, discrimination, and moments of deep isolation.
I already faced the harsh realities of poverty and inadequate childcare. Much of my childhood was spent with my vulnerable grandmother, who was also struggling to survive. At just 12 years old, I took on menial jobs—selling banana 🍌 on the street walking all day by days and sweets on the street at night —just to earn enough for a kilo of maize flour and silver fish to feed my family.
Beyond the physical struggles, I also faced societal stigma. Many saw my disability before they saw my potential. I was often looked down upon, ignored, and underestimated. But through God’s grace and the kindness of others, I refused to let my circumstances define me. I fought for my little education, pushed through the barriers, and eventually built a stable livelihood.
Having witnessed the struggles of many children in my community—lack of education, child abuse, domestic violence, forced early marriages, and horrifying cases of child defilement—I knew I had to act. My own experiences gave me a deep understanding of what it means to feel helpless and unseen.
Motivated by my journey, I founded an organization to uplift and improve the living standards of those facing the same struggles I once did. This vision led to the creation of Mission of Hope Foundation Uganda, a rebrand of Ogola children Ministries, which I originally founded in 2015 as a young and ambitious changemaker.
Beyond humanitarian work, I use the Bible as a powerful tool to spread messages of humanity and kindness. I believe that faith transcends barriers and reaches farther than any other medium, inspiring hope and transformation in the lives of those in need.
At Mission of Hope Foundation Uganda, we are committed to empowering orphans, street children, and the elderly through education, healthcare, shelter, and support. Every act of kindness, no matter how small, brings us closer to a world where no one is left behind.
“I may have been rejected by Many because of my disability, but my purpose is to embrace and uplift others. My pain became my purpose. My struggles turned into my strength.”
At Mission of Hope Foundation Uganda, we are committed to empowering orphans, street children, and the elderly through education, healthcare, shelter, and support. Every act of kindness, no matter how small, brings us closer to a world where no one is left behind.
TREASURER
Namuyomba Sarah
In Jinja, a woman named Sarah grew up with dreams but faced hardship after her father, the family’s provider, passed away when she was in Senior One. Life became a struggle—school was uncertain, and basic needs were hard to come by. Watching other children receive the support she lacked fueled her determination to learn, but obstacles kept her from reaching her highest goal.
Instead of letting her struggles define she, Sarah turned his pain into purpose. Seeing young orphans in similar situations, she vowed to break the cycle. Dedicating her life to helping vulnerable children, she became a beacon of hope—ensuring that their suffering would end with her.
PROJECT MANAGER
Onjolo Andrew Were
I’m Andrew. Soccer was my life and source of income until a serious knee and ankle injury ended my dreams of playing at a higher level. Life became tough, but I didn’t give up.
Through Mission of Hope, I dedicated myself to helping street kids, orphans, and the elderly with what little I had. Passionate about sports, I gave back by mentoring a local kids’ football team (ages 5-15), guiding them through challenges in confidence, discipline, and basic needs. I built relationships, offered support, and connected them with people who could help nurture their dreams.
ADVISOR
Masiga Grace Taaka
I’m Masiga Grace Taaka, the firstborn in a family of 10. When my parents fell sick, I had no choice but to step up and care for my younger siblings. The struggle to survive shaped me, making me unable to watch others suffer.
Driven by this calling, I joined Mission of Hope to support struggling children, orphans, and the elderly—providing food, books, and necessities. To me, this is not just work; it’s my purpose. Nothing compares to the joy of seeing a child smile, knowing I’ve made even the smallest difference. We can all be a source of hope.
MEMBER
Masiga Benjamin
Born with sickle cell disease, my life has been a cycle of pain, hospital beds, and uncertainty. I’ve felt helpless, trapped in a body that betrays me.
But suffering showed me the pain of others—street kids, orphans, the sick with no help. I couldn’t just watch.
With Mission of Hope, I give what little I have—because I know what it means to suffer alone. Every day is a battle, but as long as I have breath, I will use it to help others.
