Milford on Sea based charity,
Friends of NCF (Namuwongo Community Foundation) funds a school for over 400
children who live in poverty in the slums of Kampala, Uganda. They also provide
meals, social & medical care.
The charity aims to keep education at the heart of all they do in order to transform the lives of some of the neediest people in society.
However, they face a great dilemma and challenge this year, as they need at raise at least an additional £30,000 to continue the NCF Secondary School, £10,000 to maintain the scale of Primary School, as well as £5000 to sustain the feeding programme. This is over and above what they will raise in 2023 through committed giving, corporate sponsorship, events & fundraising. Without the funds there is a fear that children and students may return to the slums to face a life without great hope.
Milford on Sea resident, Matthew
Brearley is the Chair of Trustees and he said; "As
with so many charities, the fundraising challenge is difficult & never
ending. We’re facing some really tough decisions for the kids & vulnerable
families in the Namuwongo slums. We would like to increase our subscriber
numbers and would welcome anyone who would like to join to us to fundraise,
support us with donations, or just provide moral support."
Matthew and his wife Nicola are currently visiting the project in Uganda. this is a critical trip as they plan, prioritise and agree the way forward for NCF given the financial and sustainability challenges.
They have also taken with them charity bags which are full with school uniform, medical supplies and books/games for the school library.
Upcoming Friends of NCF Events:
Sue's Coffee Mornings in support of the Friends of NCF are held on the first Saturday of every month from 10am. Everyone is welcome, please just go along to 33 Whitby Road, Milford on Sea, SO41 0NE. The next coffee morning is on Saturday 4th February 2023.
Friends of NCF Project Update: Saturday 25th February, 2.30pm to 4pm at All Saints Church Hall, Milford on Sea.
Enjoy Ugandan tea & coffee and
homemade cakes. Hear the latest news, photos & videos following Matthew
& Nicola's visit to Uganda with an opportunity to ask questions & find
out more.
Everyone is welcome to go along.
The event is free and no booking is required.
Milford on Sea Open Gardens: Sunday
25th June, 2pm to 5pm. Always a favourite in the village's
annual events calendar. More information to follow nearer the event.
Would you consider opening your
garden this year? The Friends of NCF would love to add new gardens in Milford
on Sea to the event. All you need is an interesting garden of any size, shape
or design - and a warm welcome. If you are interested please let Steve Jennings
know at: friendsofnamuwongo@yahoo.com.
Friends of NCF also provide a free
newsletter for moral or financial supporters, and welcome anyone wishing to do
a fundraising event or challenge. To find out more please contact Matthew
at: office@friendsofncf.org
Donations can also be made on the website.
www.friendsofncf.org
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