Our Story
Uganda is home to over 2 million orphans. AIDS has wiped out an entire generation of parents; forcing thousands of children to never receive an education, Parental Love and Care. No education. No job, No HOPE. In addition, Uganda is in the middle of a Global food crisis - the cost and availability food is very challenging right now so the need has never been greater. DCCO was started in 2017 by a young man who lived on the streets - Ssemanda Yusufu. Our mission is to bring these kids off of the streets and provide food, clean water, shelter, medication, education and a job to help them become self sustaining.
I remember and it’s like nightmare when I remember those days on the streets where we could not have hope for food, education, accommodation, medication and water! The battle was for all of us on the streets - no blankets no mattresses, no security BUT see what the Lord has done through our Facebook friends and family brick by brick one by one step by step we have reached this far where children are secure with food, clothes accommodations and the place where they can play from. Yes it’s small but it’s far better than streets which we used as our homes. Join us to thank God. God uses people and it’s you among the many who has built Divine CHILD CARE Orphanage. Let’s continue to join our hands together and we finish the Home of orphans.
Ssemanda Yusufu
Director, Divine Care Orphanage
Ssemanda Yusufu
Director, Divine Care Orphanage
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How you can help
We've setup up a new GofundMe to raise funds for food, medicine, education, clothes, and other needs. Please visit: gofund.me/64dcf0e5
The orphanage is funded by a collection of like minded folks who have a heart for orphans - the ministry is totally run on the free will offerings of generous souls who want to give these kids a hope and a future. The needs are endless - food, clothes, medicine, education and we welcome others to jump in and make a difference. Some of our faithful sponsors are selling products on Etsy with all proceeds going directly to the Orphanage. Please visit www.etsy.com/shop/hopegrowsnow to purchase some great holiday gifts including Scones, Jams, and various other products. Julie and Larry Voelz are selling Scone mixes in 3 wonderful flavors - Cranberry, Chocolate Chip, and Lemon for just $10.00 - a great gift for friends and family this holiday season. Gluten-free scone mixes are available for $12.00. Theresa and Mike Andre are selling a variety of delicious Jams and other products and have a heart to help these kids in need. If you have products you would consider selling to help us at the orphanage, please contact Yusufu Ssemanda on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/418674038902653
The orphanage is funded by a collection of like minded folks who have a heart for orphans - the ministry is totally run on the free will offerings of generous souls who want to give these kids a hope and a future. The needs are endless - food, clothes, medicine, education and we welcome others to jump in and make a difference. Some of our faithful sponsors are selling products on Etsy with all proceeds going directly to the Orphanage. Please visit www.etsy.com/shop/hopegrowsnow to purchase some great holiday gifts including Scones, Jams, and various other products. Julie and Larry Voelz are selling Scone mixes in 3 wonderful flavors - Cranberry, Chocolate Chip, and Lemon for just $10.00 - a great gift for friends and family this holiday season. Gluten-free scone mixes are available for $12.00. Theresa and Mike Andre are selling a variety of delicious Jams and other products and have a heart to help these kids in need. If you have products you would consider selling to help us at the orphanage, please contact Yusufu Ssemanda on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/418674038902653
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Check out the video that shows how God is moving in Uganda, and how to get involved. Jesus Christ is at the very center of all we do at Divine Child Care Orphanage. Jesus calls each one of us to go and make disciples and these kids need to know that God hasn't forgotten them. Discipleship and training in God's Word is an important focus of our ministry too as we seek to advance the Kingdom of God. 100% of the donations go directly to feeding, housing, and educating the children. We invite you to join us in this walk of faith to see what God will do in all of our hearts.
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2024 Orphanage Updates
We kicked off 2024 by moving the kids into the new orphanage at our new location. After 3 years of raising funds to purchase the land and build the dorms, kitchen, and bathrooms, the kids were finally able to realize the dream of having a new home that provides a more secure, stable living experience. We have also been able to accomplish other key efforts including:
- Provided new bed frames for the new dorms.
- Provided Sheets and Blankets for the all of the new beds.
- New shoes for the kids.
- Purchased 4 goats - Goats provide a vital source of income for the orphanage who can sell their milk, meat, cheese, butter and hides for profits.
- Provided a shed to house the goats as a part of building the farm to help the orphanage to become self sustaining.
- Educational fees for 3 semesters.
Current Needs
Ongoing monthly food and supplies needed for 30 children and 4 adults cost $925. In addition, there are monthly costs for gasoline, Motorcycle maintenance, health care, livestock care, and clothing. School Tuition for 30 children quarterly is $1,410. We are also adding a fence to the property due to add extra protection for the kids and the equipment - anything you can provide is greatly appreciated.
