African Hearts Community Organisation

African Hearts Community Organisation is rated 3 out of 5 in the category nonprofit organization management. Read and write reviews about African Hearts Community Organisation. African Hearts Community Organisation (African Hearts) is a Christian, non-governmental organisation (NGO) operating in Uganda, East Africa. A grassroots charity, African Hearts was established in 2001 to help address the growing numbers of children and youth living on the streets of Kampala. Forced here by the death of parents, family abandonment, violence or hardship at home, street life leaves children exposed to exploitation, abuse and extreme poverty. In Uganda, more than half of the population is under the age of 18. It is estimated that there are over 10,000 children living on the street. They are among the world’s most vulnerable children. It is commonly held that life for street children is dirty, violent and short. Hungry, abused and alone, they quickly become addicted to drugs in order to deal with their suffering, and become conscripted into gangs who make them criminals for as little as a dollar a day. African Hearts currently run many projects to assist the existing number of street children and by offering education, which we believe is the key to lifting Ugandans out of poverty, we aim to raise the next generation of leaders. Our Vision African Hearts exists to transform the lives of children so that they become fully developed individuals honouring God and positively contribute to the society. Our Mission To equip, protect and support vulnerable children with the love of Christ so that they become fully developed individuals. Core Values o Christians o We are child focused o Transparent o Exemplary o Servant Leadership o Trustworthy o Stewards o Family o Accountable o Work as a team Our Projects o Slum Outreach o Homes o Junior School o Village of Hope o Royalle Brass Band o Microloans and Social Enterprise o Creative Learning Centre