It all began with a dream!
A dream to build a school...
A local teacher, Victoria, dreamed of a school and a way out of devastating poverty for the children of her village. This was a dream from God.
Supporting Children to learn and develop in Butega, Uganda
This project has lifted hundreds of children out of poverty over the last 30 years. Given them an education, a start in life, enabling them to go on to help others to build more dreams for Uganda.
ETRA UK is run by volunteers who live in the city of Bath, UK. We support the work originally founded by Victoria Lwanga Lukwago who once had a dream to build a school in Uganda within her local community. The Glenburnie Butega School was built in 1993 through her motivation and with support from Rev. Alan Bain and St Philip and St James’ Church and Monkton Pre-Prep School in Bath. Generous friends from around the country and abroad continue to support the school.
In addition to the school there is now also a nursery school, a farm, a sick bay and a guesthouse. We actively update our supporters about the children in Uganda and what has been happening
Get Involved
Everyone involved in this work is a volunteer. Apart from minimum administrative costs, all money raised goes to support the children.
You can be part of this! Please consider how you can help in some way by finding out more and giving to this life changing project.
Eco tourism project
Uganda is gifted with an abundance of beautiful nature and wildlife. The culture itself is unique and adds appeal to those interested in eco-tourism. Our local guide Ananias organises trips that offer a wide range of learning opportunities and fun. [currently closed due to Covid–19)
Stay updated
Education happens within the context of a larger community. Our approach extends beyond the school to help ensure students have the necessary support to do their best learning.
If you want to keep informed about the project in Uganda please let us know and we will inform you when there are updates on the blog.
“Children are at the centre of everything, therefore, every donation goes directly to the welfare of a child as a whole; education, health, nutrition and general wellbeing.”
— Victoria Lwanga Lukwago
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
etracharity@hotmail.com
Phone
(555) 555-5555