Raising a generation of resilient Ugandan leaders.
In Lugandan, “Obumu” means
UNITY
A staggering 77% of Ugandans are under 25.
Making Uganda the Youngest Country on Earth.
Of this population, roughly 3 million are orphans.
Though ~1/3 of Ugandans serve as foster families, there is a critical need to provide housing, education, food, and practical job training skills to the rising generation.
Many see a crisis.
We see a generation to equip.
We Believe in the Youth.
Our Approach
Faith-Based
Obumu is rooted in the message of Jesus Christ and his call to radical, selfless love.
We believe that the message of Jesus is a liberating one that can serve as a foundation for Ugandan youth to develop into men and women of character and health.
“Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action.” 1 John 3:17
Grassroots
We believe that lasting and impactful change starts from within communities.
In 2018, Senkusu Grace Godfrey took in the first orphan at Christ Cares Ministries. This seed has grown into a thriving network comprised of 8 team members serving 60+ children along with a physical location to serve and house them.
Long-Term
We’re not just providing quick fixes, we’re creating systems that both last and extend far beyond us.
Obumu invests in the teams on the ground and the people that do life in and alongside other Ugandans. Our partnerships and investments serve to foster dignity, trust, and shared ownership in both the present and the long-term.
Self-Sustaining
We believe in creating resilient, self funding systems that support and uplift Ugandan youth and their communities.
Our local teams assists in building small businesses, teaching entrepreneurial skills, and providing pathways to education.
Donation creates dependence.
Investment creates independence.
Relational
We believe that we are better when we are together. Our work begins and ends with people
Our partnerships are grounded in shared vision, relationships that outlive projects, and the championing of dignity. We source materials for our construction projects locally while creating spaces and programs that are open to anyone who needs them.
Obumu and its initiatives are led locally, and strengthened globally.
Obumu’s homes and schools are led day-to-day by Ugandan pastors, educators, and caregivers.
A small U.S. team supports fundraising, strategy, and storytelling so local leaders can focus on the children.
Our Team
Senkusu Grace Godfrey
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Senkusu Grace Godfrey //
Brother Grace founded and oversees our homes, schools, and local staff.
He is a licensed educator and pastor who was raised an orphan.
He is supported by Sister Eva, Brothers Aggrey and Rajab, and many other volunteers in Uganda who we wouldn’t exist without.
Joseph Chandler
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Joseph Chandler //
Brother Joseph, coordinates fundraising, partnerships, and long-term strategy.
He is a serial entrepreneur who has started and scaled many organizations.
He is supported by Kevin Bibas and Kyle Ketchum, who serve on the U.S board, as well as many volunteers.
With our global partners, we’re engaged in the following development projects
Community Center
A permanent home base for our children including safe housing, classrooms, storage, a library, and gathering spaces for the village all in one place.
Primary School
A small computer lab where students learn digital skills, research, and basic AI tools—preparing them for a globalized economy.
Hardware Store
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Chicken Farm
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Computer Lab
Carpentry, Sewing, Baking, Tailoring
Trade Instruction Initiatives
Carpentry, Sewing, Baking, Tailoring
Join the Story
There are three simple ways to help:
1. Give monthly
Join our monthly giving circle to provide stable food, schooling, and housing for our children. $65/month per child.
2. Share Obumu
Tell a friend, church, or company about our work and invite them to partner with us.
3. Fund a project
Help build classrooms, equip the lab, or launch a small business that creates local jobs
