Monthly Archives: March 2011

Library is growing!

The library at the Source of Life Resource Center is gaining new members each week. It has been encouraging to see Ugandans and expatriates getting excited about books, magazines, and newspapers. Last month, the Pierce family, Jinja residents donated 140 kids and young adult chapter books to the library. Thanks to a donation made last year by the…

Celebrations are important

Celebrations are important. Events serve as markers for our stories-reminders of what has happened and a promise for our future. Our work involves hours of conversation and miles of transportation. And when the occasion presents itself, we celebrate. We often celebrate with members of a community involved in a project. We invite local government leaders,…

World Water Day

In honor of World Water Day, we wanted to offer a slightly different spin on the global water situation.  Some wonderful friends provided the resources necessary to dig the well in the video you see in the video.   Water for All from Kibo Group.

The Davis Family visits Uganda

The Davis family arrived in Jinja on Monday. This marks the 3rd trip to Jinja for Brooks and Jill Davis, but this is the first time they’ve been able to bring the kids along. We spent the week at the Source Cafe and visiting Mvule Project and Women’s Empowerment site locations. For the past two…

2010 Annual Report

The 2010 Annual Report is out. You can grab a copy from the Financials page. The image above is a direct link to the report.

Hand Pump Installation

Pump Installation from Kibo Group. Stephen walks us through the process of installing a hand pump, pipes, and rods. When Stephen isn’t working as a hand pump mechanic, he tests new well drilling equipment. He is currently testing equipment from water4.org.

New Bicycles

Bicycles from Kibo Group. Last year we began promoting fuel efficient stoves.  Two villagers loved the idea and started traveling to other villages, showing others how to build them. When we met up with them several months later, we were obviously surprised to see that they were still traveling at least a day each week…