Last month I wrote about the need to create a way of developing self sufficiency for the Orphanage of Hope, particularly when in many cases we are having to sell goats (some of which were paid for by Cogan ) to pay for Orphans being hospitalised.
When I was in Uganda visiting the Orphanage in 2022 , I saw a small plot of land that was for sale right beside the Orphanage buildings, it was quite small, was not suitable for building on....but I felt it would ideal for something in the future.
Long story short , Dalaine and I bought the land and gifted it to the Orphanage of Hope to be used for the future welfare of our orphans.
There are a number of Banana Trees that we use as an essential food source on the land .
It is only now that we can see an even greater purpose for the land ....( without removing the Banana trees ).
In recent times because of huge rainfall causing disease and hardship, we have seen an increase in hospitalisations of the orphans , and in many cases goats had to be sold to pay for the costs. In rural Uganda hospitals are very basic , mainly a bed only, often in corridors. Food and water is not included and if the people have no one to support them it can have dire consequence.
If you don't pay they wont let them leave the hospital but they still add the extra time to the bill.
With the fantastic support from our wonderful friend Lanie we were able to provide the funding to build a suitable goat shelter and also to build security fencing. This has been a game changer and we along with the Orphans and Cogan and Medius are so grateful for yet another act of generosity from a lady and her husband who has a huge heart for orphans.
in addition we had some wonderful donations from a small number of people which will mean we can buy 8 fully pregnant female goats ( each with 2 kids on board) meaning our goat herd will increase by 24 ( from 7 !! ) Having good shelter and security is really important.
The photos tell the story.....the last photo shows the 7 previous goats once i have photos of the 8 pregnant ladies i will post another update....
Please accept our most grateful thanks to everyone who has donated money this year to help the Orphans make it through another year. You have been absolutely awesome.
Also be reminded EVERY Dollar donated reaches the children with no deductions whatsoever. We are told this unique as most charities have sizable administration costs.
We are humbled to be able to be part of this amazing work that God has laid on our hearts.
Lindsay and Dalaine 5 December 2024.
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