Gifts 

Sending large parcels by post is not cheap so we suggest when possible donating money through the committee to buy the same gift in Uganda. 

If you do choose to send a personal package to your child the following suggestions may be helpful... 

Uganda is not a western country and has different cultural standards to Australia, females (especially from rural areas) do not wear singlet tops, jewellery, nail polish and little or no makeup.  Sending underwear and clothing is good but make sure you consider age/sizing as children are often small for their age.  Children's Bibles, writing books, pens and pencils will always be well received. Please consider the environment with your packaging as there is no garbage collection and rubbish needs to be burnt. Sending gifts in reusable bags are a great
idea!

As a rule boys are sports mad and love soccer 
but be conscious that if sending an inflatable
ball they will also require a needle and pump.  Sheets of stickers fit in an envelope and are great fun for younger kids.

Putting a current photo of you or your family in any letters or parcels is highly recommended.

Welfare

Additional welfare needs can be met by sponsors when desired.  Purchasing a goat, cow or chickens to supplement subsistence farming or purchasing a bike to make traveling long distances to school easier are options desired by some sponsors. 

Each child is different and if you would like to discuss what more you might be able to do for your child please contact us for specific information

Please note child sponsorship and all donations are tax deductable