In Gulu, a 5K is becoming about much more than crossing a finish line. The Gulu Unified 5K, organised by Ability Sports Africa, brings people with and without disabilities together to run, walk and use wheelchairs side by side. There are no separate categories based on ability and no emphasis on who finishes first. Instead, the event is built around a simple idea: everyone should have the opportunity to participate, and every finisher is a winner. That philosophy is at the he

This story began with a school project - but it was sustained by a community. From fundraising to living abroad, this journey is a reminder that small acts of courage can create lasting impact.

We are absolutely in love with our backers. Both kinds. All kinds. Every single person who believes in locally-led change enough to back it with their resources. Our monthly backers are pure magic. Elizabeth with her steady $53. Kevin's consistent $134. Devon & Karen's faithful $22. Thomas bringing $11 every single month like clockwork. You are the heartbeat of the Commons. While the world talks about sustainability, you ARE sustainability. Your monthly commitment creates the

Whether you give $11 monthly like Leslie or $14,000 in one transformative gift, you're part of the same movement. Our monthly partners provide the steady rhythm that keeps the Commons running - coffee brewing, wifi flowing, coaching happening, networks growing. Our one-time partners provide the bold leaps that secure entire months at once. Mark & Anne's $50, Anonymous's massive month-funding gift - every contribution powers locally-led change. Thank you for proving that susta

How is that even possible? Our model is uniquely lean by design. We operate with precision—one property, small, focused staff, clear mission. We partner with people who work the same way. When your approach centers on backing proven local leaders rather than building programs from scratch, efficiency isn't just possible—it's inevitable. Here's where $140k goes: $3,300 per partner venture backed $1,400 per local leader supported $100 per job created through our partners $0.70

Mighty Youth Ministries is raising a generation that refuses to drift. Founded in 2016 in Gulu by Team Leader Freddy Oryem, this grassroots movement began with a simple but urgent realization: too many young people were growing up without guidance, without role models, and without a clear sense of direction. What started as one pastor stepping into a community and choosing to walk alongside its youth has become a growing force of transformation across Gulu City and District.

This month showcased the beautiful partnership between our monthly supporters and one-time investors. While our anonymous $10,000 partner secured March operations in one bold move, our monthly partners like Elise and Mary Ann), and others provided the steady foundation that makes such generosity possible. Together, you're creating something unprecedented: predictable support for unpredictable innovation. Both consistency and catalytic giving matter - and both are changing Nor

This is huge! A generous anonymous donor just covered our rent for six months - March through August - giving us incredible stability and our partners unshakeable confidence. For context: this secures our entire 5-acre campus with 4 event spaces, 36 individual offices, a full lodge, cafe, and extensive outdoor collaboration areas. All for $2,500 USD per month. This kind of space in most places would cost $15,000-25,000 monthly, but operating in Northern Uganda means every dol

ACTA Design & Events is a creative production and design company based in Gulu, Uganda. The company was founded by Ochira Innocent, who combined his engineering background with a passion for creativity after recognizing the limited access to professional event production and design services in Northern Uganda. ACTA was created to help bridge this gap while building opportunities for local creatives and young people interested in technical and artistic careers. From Creative G