Meet Our Team of Volunteers

As an Elder who has served the church for many years, I saw the need to help vulnerable children and orphans in our community. In 2008, I began caring for five orphans from my village at my home on Lake Bunyonyi. Within a year, I was caring for about 40 children.

With support from the church, well-wishers, and Davis, who connected us with tourists visiting Bunyonyi, we were able to continue supporting these children. Today, many of the children we started with are grown, and I am proud of what we accomplished together.

Now, in my 80s, I hope to pass this legacy to Davis so he can continue caring for these children and take the work to an even greater level. Together, we can make a difference and remain strong.

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Bunyonyi orphan children. Your kindness has changed lives.
 

Ugandan born and grew up around Lake Bunyonyi. A Graduate, an Accountant, an Administrator and a parent. Currently a tour agent with Gorilla Highlands. I started working with Bunyonyi Orphans Uganda since 2012 as a volunteer and an interpreter. Currently, I am the Operations Manager of the project. I’m happy serving these children and am dedicated to do this happily even more.

Candian born, I live in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. I have over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry in various marketing and corporate roles, I have volunteered 15 years ago coordinating fundraising efforts for the Bunyonyi Orphans in Uganda. My journey began as a tourist traveling around Africa with an overland group. After gorilla trekking in Rwanda. We then traveled to Uganda's beautiful Lake Bunyonyi.  My life changed forever when I encountered David Brians, Davis Aturinda, and the incredible community of children and elders. It was then I realized I wanted to commit myself to this remarkable cause.

​It was a happy day when David and Davis welcomed me to their team.

As Assistant Manager at an orphanage, Madam Grace supports the Operations Manager in overseeing the daily functions. Her responsibilities include supervising volunteers, ensuring the children’s needs are met, helping coordinate meals, education, healthcare, and activities, maintaining a safe and caring environment, and assisting with administration, records, and communication with families, volunteers, and supporters.

Ms. Praise oversees the daily care, safety, and well-being of children living at the orphanage. Her responsibilities include ensuring the children have proper food, clothing, education, healthcare, and emotional support. They also monitor the children’s living conditions, provide guidance and encouragement, communicate with caregivers and teachers, and help ensure that each child is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.

As Coordinator, Ms. Obvious coordinates with volunteers, monitors education, health and nutrition, maintain records, organize activities, and communicate with schools, community leaders, and supporters to ensure the children receive the care and support they need.