Rebuilding the lives of 850 street boys in Uganda

$20 — provides a soccer kit for one child for a year $30 — pays for medical care for one child living on the streets $50 — maintains the sports field for one month

Summary
The project provides 850 boys with the emotional, physical, spiritual, educational and economic needs to facilitate their transition off the streets and back into the community.

Project Needs and Beneficiaries
There are around 1,000 boys between the ages of 7 and 20 living on the streets of Kampala, Uganda. Many are orphaned or have been abandoned or abused. By building trust and an understanding of each boy’s circumstances and character, staff can facilitate a process by which children feel valued, gain confidence and accept support in equipping themselves with the social and educational tools they require to overcome the past, reintegrate into society and take the future into their own hands.

Activities
The Tigers Club boys benefit from a comprehensive set of services that includes a sports program, feeding and emergency refuge, medical care, a learning center, counseling, resettlement, foster care and microenterprise development.

Potential Long Term Impact
This project will encourage 850 boys currently living on the streets to realize their potential and make a transition from the streets back to family and community life.

Project Message
“I thank God for Tigers Club and all who support the work they are doing for us. I was without hope while on the streets but Tigers Club has made it possible to stand with hope for a bright future."
- Mark, Graduate of Tigers Club

Project Sponsor: RETRAK
Theme: Human Rights | Location: Uganda
Funding to Date: $0 | Need:$62,000
Project #2202 on GlobalGiving.com