Volunteering Program

What you can expect

At our Nursery School, the program kicks off at 7 a.m., though early arrival isn’t mandatory. You’re welcome to join us around 10 a.m. and assist the teachers until 1 p.m. A lunch break usually follows around 1 p.m., with afternoon supervision starting at 2 p.m. Our activities vary, from educational videos and reading sessions to math or English exercises, or simply indulging in drawing. Your help, alongside other volunteers, during these two hours would greatly support us in tackling other necessary tasks. Following that, you’ll have the freedom to contribute to program design.

Every Saturday, we invite children to play together on a spacious meadow. Kids of all ages from across the village gather, always excited to welcome new faces and playmates. Should you wish, your presence alone can brighten their time.

The program outlined above forms our typical routine, but we’re open to suggestions. If you feel you can assist us in other ways, just let us know. We welcome any form of support, especially in generating social media content and launching a fundraising campaign for our own school building.

Living with us

Volunteers live with Francis, Aidah, their daughter Hannah and their adopted children Jane and Darius in one shared house. We have a room for three volunteers, one bedroom for the family and a living room. The bathroom and kitchen are located outside the main house in separate small buildings, but everything is within a gated area that provides privacy from the surroundings. If you have any concerns during your stay, please feel free to talk to us. We consider you members of our family and want to ensure you feel comfortable and well.

Our living facilities differ from those in more affluent regions. We provide a bucket shower and squat toilet, which may take a bit of getting used to initially but typically becomes comfortable within a day or two.

Unfortunately, we do charge a nominal fee of $6 for accommodation, which includes three meals per day. This contribution helps sustain our operations and ensures continued support for our educational initiatives.

People at a beach during sunset with small boats on the water and a tree and building silhouette on the right.
Two young children sit on small plastic chairs outside a doorway, facing away and looking towards an uneven, rocky outdoor area with a brown brick building in the background.
Living room with a wall-mounted TV, a fan, a safe, and a couch with stuffed animals and pillows.
View of a living room through an open doorway with a patterned red and white floor in the foreground, a beige wall, a green sofa with black and white pillows, a small table with toys and a black portable heater, and partial window with curtains in th
Three children sleeping on a dark gray carpeted floor, covered with a light blue floral blanket, with two of their faces visible and one face partially covered.
A tabby cat with black stripes and closed eyes laying inside a woven wooden bowl on a wooden stool outdoors. There is a yellow bag on the cat. The ground is dirt, and there are trees and bottles of water nearby.
Two young children playing on a grassy field, smiling and holding hands, with other children visible in the background.
A woman and two children carrying yellow water containers walking outside a shop. The shop has open doors displaying shelves of goods, and bicycles and motorcycles parked outside.

What else?

Take advantage of your downtime to explore the beauty of our country and immerse yourself in our rich culture. If you’re considering a safari or other excursions, don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance. We’re committed to ensuring you have the most memorable stay possible in Uganda. Whether your adventures extend beyond the weekend or not, feel free to pursue whatever interests you and savor what could be the best weeks of your life. We’d be delighted to be kept informed about your plans.

Moreover, you’re encouraged to tend to your other obligations whenever necessary. Your duties and personal tasks always come first, without question. Although we can’t provide WiFi onsite, mobile data prices in the area are incredibly affordable (22GB for $13). Alternatively, numerous restaurants and cafes in the city center offer comfortable settings where you can access the internet at your convenience.

If our program intrigues you or if you have any inquiries, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us through our contact form. We’re eager to connect with you and learn more about your interests.

  • Juliane

    “My journey in Kigungu was so memorable, incredible, and lovely that I am definitely coming back. I have no words to describe these beautiful kids and, of course, Francis and Mudu, whose big hearts are dedicated to creating a better future for the children. And it all starts with education. During my time there, I taught the kids, played with them, and enjoyed exploring the places where they live. Kigungu is a very poor village, but I can truly say that the people living there are the richest—rich in their hearts. Their kindness, hope, and happiness are incredibly impressive. This place touched my heart so deeply that I want to give even more back. I am so happy to support two beautiful souls as a godparent and make a difference in their lives.”

  • Jeanne

    “It’s hard to know where to start. I came as a workawayer and left feeling like I’d left my family. Francis and Aidah are two beautiful souls. Very attentive and welcoming, I felt at ease with them straight away. I thought I’d stay for two weeks and ended up staying for over a month. As for the mission, it’s a very honorable one, and you quickly become attached to the children, who are adorable and make you want to go the extra mile to help them. Thank you for everything. I have an infinite love for all the people with whom I have created links in this small village.”

  • Lukas

    “I’ve spent amazing six weeks in Kigungu, and I simply don’t want to say goodbye. Francis, Muduu, and Aidah have been incredibly welcoming, making me feel like part of their wonderful family. Thank you so much, I truly appreciate all of you! And let’s not forget about the adorable children; I wish I could adopt every single one of them. Our time together was truly impactful, and I’m confident that, as a team, we’ve laid the groundwork for a successful future for the organization. I couldn’t be prouder of our accomplishments.”

  • Babalu

    “My experience in Kigungu, Uganda has been one of my best experiences in life. I felt at home with the hospitality of its people, their kindness and their smiles that never fade from their faces. Staying with the children, spending time with them, helping them learn and understand the world better, always with love, is a very gratifying task that I will repeat very soon. I must thank Francis and Rogers for the work they are doing and how they help women are resources, orphans and in general the entire Kigungu community.”


  • Monika

    “Between 2020 and 2022 I volunteered online for Kigungu Kids Educare. Although I never personally met the founder- Francis, however I immediately felt his love, power and big passion of changing life of the poorest in his village. He “infected” me with this power and dedicate my free time to help this community. I met Francis on a Facebook Group called “Volunteering Opportunities around the world”, while I was searching for an on-site volunteering in Africa, for myself, my husband and our 3,5 years old son. Francis approached me with a proposal to spend some time in Kigungu and help him raising donations, and the community by engaging in several social activities. Due to pandemic, we needed to call off all our plans. While pandemic stole our freedom of travelling, it gave us at the same time opportunities to engage in an uncommon way. As a professional marketing and communication expert who worked for several sustainability projects, I’ve been supporting Francis and KigunguKids in enhancing the organizations’ marketing, communication and fundraising activities. I created the website and was also responsible for the regular content management.”