Our Story

Founded on a conviction: no child's future should be decided by their circumstances.

Prayista Foundation began in 2016 in a single Kampala parish, tutoring six children after Sunday services. Today we walk with thousands of children across Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda still rooted in faith, still radically practical.

The founding community

Our Mission

To empower and uplift vulnerable children through education, talent development, and basic necessities.

Our Vision

A world where every child, regardless of background, can access the resources they need to succeed.

Core Values

Empowerment

Equipping, not rescuing.

Inclusion

Every background, every child.

Sustainability

Solutions that outlast us.

Integrity

Transparent in word and ledger.

Compassion

Dignity over pity.

What Makes Us Different

Story-driven giving

You know the name and story behind every program you support not just a line item.

Digital-first & transparent

Real-time impact dashboards and open financials, not a report once a year.

Faith-led, inclusive

Rooted in Christian conviction, open to and serving children of every background.

Whole-child model

Education, talent, basic needs and mentorship never just one piece.

Board of Trustees & Team

Volunteers, educators and pastors who govern and run Prayista Foundation.

Pastor Samuel Okello

Founder & Board Chair

Grace Namutebi

Executive Director

David Kigongo

Finance & Compliance Trustee

Esther Achieng

Programs Director

Peter Mugisha

Talent Hubs Lead

Rev. Miriam Auma

Trustee, Church Relations

Financial Transparency

Where your donation goes

Programs (education, talent, needs)91%
Monitoring & evaluation4%
Administration3%
Fundraising2%

Annual Reports

2025 Annual Report Download PDF 2025 Audited Financials Download PDF 2024 Annual Report Download PDF

Registered nonprofit, Uganda Reg. No. 80921UG. Audited annually by an independent firm; audit letters available on request.