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    Our Mission.

    We Support Children and Families in Uganda Through Education and Empowerment

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    Education First.

    Education is at the heart of everything we do. We help children stay in school and build the knowledge, confidence and opportunities to shape their own future.

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    Local Leadership.

    Our programs are led by people from the communities we support. They understand the challenges, know the families and help shape solutions that respond to what is truly needed.

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    Long-Term Support.

    We don’t believe in short term solutions. We support children, families, and communities over many years, including access to clean water, solar energy, and after school programs.

  • Our Mission.

    We Support Children and Families in Uganda Through Education and Empowerment

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    Education First.

    We help children stay in school and build the confidence and skills to shape their future.

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    Local Leadership.

    Our programmes are led by people who live in and understand the communities we support.

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    Long-Term Support.

    We work with children and families over many years, from education and nutrition to clean water and solar energy.

  • Our Strength.

    Not Your Typical NGO

    22STARS grew from the digital nomad community and continues to be supported by a global network of sponsors, partners and fundraisers. Our small, flexible international structure allows us to work closely with locally led teams in Uganda, respond to changing needs and focus our resources on meaningful, lasting impact.

    Local Leadership.

    Led from Within, Supported Long-term

    Our work begins with the knowledge, ideas and leadership of communities in Uganda. Susan Laker and Aidah Nambozo lead the work alongside children, families, schools and local teams. The Dutch foundation connects their work with sponsors, funding and international partnerships. Together, we develop programmes shaped by local needs and strengthened through shared planning, training and transparent reporting. Locally led. Community shaped. Globally supported. 🤍

  • Our Strength.

    Not your typical NGO

    22STARS grew from the digital nomad community and continues to be supported by a global network of sponsors, partners and fundraisers. Our small, flexible international structure allows us to work closely with locally led teams in Uganda, respond to changing needs and focus our resources on meaningful, lasting impact.

    Local Leadership.

    Led from within, supported long-term

    Our work begins with the knowledge, ideas and leadership of communities in Uganda. Susan Laker and Aidah Nambozo lead the work alongside children, families, schools and local teams. The Dutch foundation connects their work with sponsors, funding and international partnerships. Together, we develop programmes shaped by local needs and strengthened through shared planning, training and transparent reporting. Locally led. Community shaped. Globally supported. 🤍

  • What Your Support Makes Possible Each Year

    500+

    children in school

    30,000+

    meals served beyond school

    5,000+

    families with clean water

  • What Your Support Makes Possible Each Year

    500+

    children in school

    30,000+

    meals served beyond school

    5,000+

    families with clean water

  • Get Involved.

    Beyond School: Explore Our Projects

  • Get Involved.

    Beyond School: Explore Our Projects

  • Impact Trip.

    Experience Uganda With Us

    “On my second visit to Uganda, the cooking workshops were once again one of my favourite experiences. The food is incredible, but what I love most is learning from the women, cooking together and all the laughter in the kitchen. I always leave with a full stomach and something new I’ve learned.”

    — David Schmidt, Germany

  • Impact Trip.

    Experience Uganda With Us

    “On my second visit to Uganda, the cooking workshops were once again one of my favourite experiences. The food is incredible, but what I love most is learning from the women, cooking together and all the laughter in the kitchen. I always leave with a full stomach and something new I’ve learned.”

    — David Schmidt, Germany

  • From Our Community.

    What Sponsors Say

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    “I immediately felt how real and impactful 22STARS’ work is. Sponsoring Angel and meeting her family made it deeply personal. Through education, I can help give a child the opportunities they deserve.”

    — Karin Van Mierlo

    Photographer

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    “I sponsor several children and have seen how education can transform a life. I am proud that the Die Wichtigste Stunde community has helped give more than 200 children this opportunity.”

    Maurice Bork
    Founder Die Wichtigste Stunde

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    “I had supported other organisations before, but it always felt distant. With 22STARS, I can follow Odongo’s journey and see the real impact my sponsorship makes.”

    — Jan Stein

    Digital Nomad, Adrenaline Junkie

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    “After hearing Stella’s story and seeing the work in Uganda, I knew I wanted to be part of it. Sponsoring a child is a simple but powerful way to create real change.”

    Keith Commins
    Founder and Webdesigner

  • From Our Community.

    What sponsors say

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    “I immediately felt how real and impactful 22STARS’ work is. Sponsoring Angel and meeting her family made it deeply personal. Through education, I can help give a child the opportunities they deserve.”

    — Karin Van Mierlo

    Photographer

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    “I sponsor several children and have seen how education can transform a life. I am proud that the Die Wichtigste Stunde community has helped give more than 200 children this opportunity.”

    Maurice Bork
    Founder Die Wichtigste Stunde

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    “I had supported other organisations before, but it always felt distant. With 22STARS, I can follow Odongo’s journey and see the real impact my sponsorship makes.”

    — Jan Stein

    Digital Nomad, Adrenaline Junkie

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    “After hearing Stella’s story and seeing the work in Uganda, I knew I wanted to be part of it. Sponsoring a child is a simple but powerful way to create real change.”

    Keith Commins
    Founder and Webdesigner

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