Animals & rescue
Could you foster Luna? Kamau is going into treatment
A short-term foster for a calm ginger cat in Kampala while the owner recovers.
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Volunteer time Volunteer time Community projects39 volunteers for the Free Community Meal in Kampala
We're short of hands for the Free Community Meal; can you spare a morning?
Volunteer time Elderly careCould you share an hour a week with Peter?
Peter lives alone and has no family nearby; a weekly hour of conversation would transform the week.
Volunteer timeUrgent Animals & rescueCould you foster Mango? Jepkoech is going into treatment
A short-term foster for a calm retriever in Kampala while the owner recovers.
MoneyUrgent Family & childcareBack on our feet: John and twin daughters in Mukono
John and twin daughters need a bridge to stability after the death of my husband.
Hands-on labor Elderly careClear storm damage from Nafula's garden in Entebbe
Fallen branches and overgrowth are blocking Nafula's path; a few hours of help would make a big difference.
Professional serviceUrgent Housing & rentIs there a gas fitter who can donate a few hours in Mukono?
Florence has a leaking gas line, and can't afford a licensed gas fitter to fix it; a few hours of professional help would make the home safe.
Goods & suppliesUrgent Education & schoolA working laptop for Ssebuliba's online degree in Entebbe
Ssebuliba is studying social work on a phone; a used laptop would let Ssebuliba do assignments properly.
Transport Medical & healthVolunteer drivers wanted: Florence's dialysis appointments
Florence needs dialysis three times a week and has lost the ability to drive; volunteer drivers can each take one day.
Money Food & hungerHelp Hellen keep the the Second Helping pantry stocked
Help keep a free food pantry open for families facing hunger in Entebbe.
Mentoring Mental health & recoveryNamukasa is ten months into recovery and looking for a guide
Peer mentor wanted by a person ten months into recovery from stimulant addiction.
Transport Jobs & livelihoodA ride from Kampala to the coast for Okello's new job
Okello has a job waiting in the coast but can't afford the move; a lift, shared van or spare seat would solve it.
Professional service Legal & immigrationPro bono consumer-debt lawyer needed for Paul's case in Eastern Region
Paul is facing an unpaid wages claim and can't afford a lawyer; a consumer-debt lawyer willing to review the case for free could make the difference.
Money Jobs & livelihoodLilian needs my school-run minibus repaired to get back to work in Fort Portal
Lilian drives for a living in Fort Portal, and a broken suspension has stopped all income for 3 weeks.
Bills & expenses Education & schoolHelp Hamisi finish a pharmacy diploma at Entebbe University - $750 to go
Hamisi is two terms away from finishing a pharmacy diploma but is blocked from enrolling by an unpaid balance of $750.
Bills & expensesCritical Medical & healthNaliaka's palate reconstruction surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill
Naliaka needs palate reconstruction surgery at Fort Portal Regional Medical Center and the family is $850 short of the hospital's estimate.
TransportCritical Medical & healthWambui needs a lift to Jinja Regional Medical Center - can you help one day a week?
Could you drive Wambui to Jinja Regional Medical Center on Wednesday? A rota of 4 drivers is forming.
Bills & expensesCritical Emergency & crisisKeep the gas on at Muthoni's home in Mbale
Help Muthoni cover an overdue gas bill so the household stays safe this winter.
MoneyUrgent Refugees & displacementThe Rahimi family fled Sudan - help them rebuild in Mukono
The Rahimi family are rebuilding in Mukono after leaving Sudan; your gift pays for housing basics.
MoneyCritical Refugees & displacementResettlement support for 9 people arriving in Kampala
Help a family of 8 start their new life in Kampala: furniture, rent deposit and language classes.
Housing Housing & rentCould you host Mutua? A room for 2 months
Looking for a spare room in Entebbe for a few months; Mutua can contribute to bills and help around the house.
Hands-on labor Disability & accessibilityA ramp for Beatrice: volunteers and tools needed
Materials are donated. We need two carpenters and a helper for a weekend in Mukono.
Hands-on laborCritical Housing & rentRoofing help wanted: Odhiambo's home in Jinja
The roof at Odhiambo's home is failing; materials are donated and we need hands.
Bills & expenses Funeral & lossFuneral costs for Nabirye's grandfather, Odhiambo
After the sudden passing of Odhiambo, the family is asking for help with the funeral home and burial costs.
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