We just returned from our annual trip to Uganda to visit Lacor Hospital and St. Jude Children’s Home and see firsthand the impact of your generosity. From meaningful conversations with staff to moments of joy with the children, the trip was a reminder of why this work matters.
Read MoreSince February, Lacor's doctors and staff have successfully found ways to replenish the drug supply, ensuring that their patients receive the necessary medication.
Read MoreWinny was told that if she wanted the best care for her child, she should take her to Lacor Hospital. This meant a lot of traveling for Winny and Jemima.
Read MoreSt. Jude Children’s Home is committed to helping every child find their way back to family whenever possible.
Read MoreIn the aftermath of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) conflict, the town of Gulu faced the immense challenge of restoring health and opportunity to its people.
Read MoreEach year on April 7, the world comes together to recognize World Health Day, a moment to reflect on the importance of equitable, accessible healthcare for all.
Read MoreLacor is paving the way for a healthier, stronger future for women in Northern Uganda.
Read More2024 was a great year, thanks to all of our supporters.
Read MoreUnlike other initiatives focusing only on specific regions, the SDGs are meant to improve conditions for people everywhere.
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Read MoreToday was our very last full day in Uganda! The trip seemed to go by so fast, but today was the perfect finale.
Read MoreBefore the sun rose, we met outside the hotel at 6:30 am. We headed to Budongo Forest on the north side of The Nile and joined a tour guide to go chimpanzee trekking.
Read MoreToday, we left the Lacor Guest House and began the three-and-a-half-hour bus ride to Murchison Falls. It was sad to say goodbye to everyone we met, and many people gathered at the Lacor Guesthouse to see us off.
Read MoreWe signed it and brought it to the Hospital, telling Dr. Emmanuel that the generous donations we received totaled 7,008 USD. They were so thankful that this money would be used to help people with malaria at Lacor.
Read MoreDuring our visit to St. Jude Children's Home, "the moms" noticed the children lacked sufficient playground equipment. It was mentioned in passing, but I didn't hear more about it then.
Read MoreWe watched the show the students put on for us. It included a traditional dance called otole, among other performances. Once school was let out, we went to St. Jude Children’s Home to play with the kids. We also gave out the backpacks that we had packed before the trip.
Read MoreMichael is a microbiologist who works for Uganda’s Ministry of Health. Sharon met him back in 2000 when they worked together in the lab at Lacor Hospital during the ebola crisis.
Read MoreToday, we had the opportunity to tour the lagoons and incinerators at Lacor Hospital, gaining firsthand insight into its comprehensive approach to waste management. The Hospital's waste system has been approved by The National Environmental Authority.
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