Child Initiative International is committed to sustainable and lasting support, not temporary relief. We partner with pastors in Uganda to establish schools and orphanages, providing ongoing assistance until these institutions achieve self-sufficiency. Our support includes securing resources to build or acquire safe facilities that protect the children, as well as providing the necessary tools for healthy, fulfilling lives.

We firmly believe that education is the foundation for these children's success. Therefore, we work diligently to supply schools with essential curricula and educational materials. Our mission is to empower children to thrive—not merely to depend on aid—but to grow into capable, contributing members of their communities. Through this approach, we aim to foster stronger, more vibrant towns that benefit not only the children but also future generations.

Since May 2006, Child Initiative International (CII) has been supporting Rock of Joy by establishing "Manna House," a home for orphaned children in Kampala. Through this initiative, we have provided essential items such as beds, mattresses, and food to improve the living conditions of these vulnerable children. Drawing inspiration from local resources and practices, we introduced cleaner and more sanitary cooking methods, enhancing their daily lives.

Currently, CII supports hundreds of orphans who, due to the devastation caused by war and HIV/AIDS, lack parental care and guardianship. Many of these children have been found on the streets scavenging for food, have made their way independently to the orphanage, or were left by dying parents with no means to be cared for. Our dedicated pastors have embraced these children, raising them as their own family.

At present, Child Initiative International is committed to supporting six schools and three orphanages in Uganda, continuing our mission to empower vulnerable children and provide them with nurturing environments where they can thrive.

In addition, we have helped acquire land to start a farm, which not only supplies food for the children in the orphanages and schools but also generates income from selling surplus produce, promoting greater self-sufficiency. Access to clean water has also improved significantly, thanks to well drilling projects that provide safe drinking water. Despite these advancements, we continue to pursue new opportunities to supply parasite-free water and improve overall health outcomes for the children under our care.

With Uganda recently adopting a formal curriculum, CII continues to supply essential literature in reading, writing, and arithmetic to support teachers and enhance student learning. In addition, we have donated books to help establish libraries within these schools, fostering a love for reading and expanding educational resources beyond the classroom.

While the formal curriculum forms the foundation, the schools also enrich education by incorporating local culture and history, helping students stay connected to their roots. As children grow, vocational training is provided to equip them with practical skills for future employment.

Education plays a vital role in the lives of these children. We firmly believe that by providing access to quality education, we empower them with confidence and pride, enabling them to grow into active, contributing members of their communities. Although their current world may be limited to their school and orphanage, education offers the pathway to overcome adversity and create a positive impact for themselves and others.