About the Project
The project consisted of establishing a Goat Revolving Fund to support vulnerable families by diversifying their livelihoods.
Location
Kyamukube Town Council, Bunyangabu District, Uganda
Quick Project Stats
| Funding Date | November 2024 |
| Luena Investment | $2,000 |
| CBO Partner | Rwenzori Youth in Development Network (RYID-Net) |
| Village | Kyamukube Town Council |
| Country | Uganda |
| # of Children Impacted | 26 directly and over 180 indirectly |
| Community Contribution | Construction of goat shelters and operational costs of maintaining buck stations |
Lack of Assets Leaves Families at Risk
Poor families of orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) lack productive assets. These families are prone to many shocks of life, from disease to deprivation of food, education, healthcare, and decent housing. Productive assets like goats can increase household incomes and resilience to shocks. Evidence shows that access to productive assets positively impact the livelihoods of very poor people.
New Opportunities to Support Family Expenses
Luena Foundation’s donation was used to purchase 26 female goats and 2 bucks that were given to OVC families. In the livelihood context of poor rural communities, goats are a revered family asset, often termed as the “poor man’s cow”. Goats can support family income that may be used to manage household expenses, increase consumption of nutritious food for the children, or save to invest in education or new opportunities.
Meet our Partner Community-Based Organization
RYID-Net was founded in 2021 by a group young people who are passionate about transforming the livelihoods of fellow young people from impoverished communities through sustainable agriculture, micro-businesses, skilling, and education. Our orphan and vulnerable children empowerment initiative empowers children in their formative years to live dignified lives.
To learn more about our partner organization, click here.
