One of the greatest rewards of being the co-leader of my daughter’s 2nd grade Girl Scout Troop is having ample opportunity to teach the girls about philanthropy. It is important for them to understand that they are fortunate to have a place to sleep, food… Read More
Sharon and I went to visit St. Jude Children’s Home today and witnessed many exciting changes- both in appearance as well as internal structures. Each time I have the opportunity to meet with the staff and tour the grounds, I am amazed at all the… Read More
When people look and talk so unlike me, it is easy to think of them as different. And it is harder to keep constant the thought that we have exactly the same motivations and goals for life: health, safety, freedom from want, peace. And we… Read More
We have a guest blogger today! Sharon, our executive-director is in Gulu as we speak visiting our partners and seeing first hand all the amazing work they are doing. She is a pro at this as she has traveled to Uganda many times. I am… Read More
Earlier in the month, the only radiation machine in Uganda broke beyond repair. The machine was being used at Mulago Hospital which is located in Kampala, the capital city of Uganda. Mulago receives about 44,000 referrals to its cancer center each year, and almost 75% of… Read More
Saturday, April 2nd was International Children’s Book Day. Unbeknownst to me, this special day has been celebrated every year since 1967 on Hans Christian Andersen’s birthday. The goal? To promote great children’s literature and to remind us of the importance of reading to young people.… Read More
Meet Latigo David He is one of the many children living in Consolation Home at St. Jude Children’s Home in Gulu, Uganda. Consolation Home is a place that is equipped to care for children with special needs. David is 25 years old and has… Read More
Dear Friends, It is that time of year again- runners everywhere have either received a spot in the marathon and have begun their training, or they are searching for a spot in hopes of running. Last year at this time I was training and simultaneously… Read More
Readers, Today I am excited share with you the top ten things I think are really important for you to know about Lacor Hospital. Lacor is one of the institutions we help support that is doing extraordinary work in Gulu, Uganda. There are so many incredible people… Read More
