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Spreading Christmas Cheer from the UK to Uganda!

Spreading Christmas Cheer from the UK to Uganda!

December 2017

On a bitterly cold Saturday in December, a small group of EVC volunteers got together, along with friends from St Joseph’s and Christ the King parishes of Bedford. The intrepid group assembled in Morrisons supermarket forecourt at Ampthill Road, hoping their carolling would raise funds and awareness…

We've Reached A Milestone:<br> 150 Sponsored Children

We've Reached A Milestone:
150 Sponsored Children

November 2017

We are so pleased to report that we've already hit our target for 2017 of 150 children sponsored in Ugandan schools.

EVC Variety Performance Raises The Roof Again

EVC Variety Performance Raises The Roof Again

October 2017

All who attended the show this year were entertained by a range of musical performances of different styles. It was also an informative evening about life in Uganda, illustrating the urgent need for funds. The event raised over £1,000 for our school dormitory building project.

The EVC Uganda Show Will Go On

The EVC Uganda Show Will Go On

August 2017

Last year, our Variety Performance was a resounding success, where over £1,000 was raised for the poor and orphaned children of Southern Uganda! A follow-up show is scheduled for September 23rd 2017 at 7:30pm.

St John Rigby pupils to step up & raise funds for EVC Uganda

St John Rigby pupils to step up & raise funds for EVC Uganda

June 2017

The clued up young students aim to do their bit for the poor children in Masaka - hurrah for the children!

Sponsored beard growing by the Riseley Men's Group

Sponsored beard growing by the Riseley Men's Group

April 2017

Many thanks to the men's group of All Saints Church in Riseley, who raised funds for EVC Uganda simply by letting their beards grow!

Local Students Connect with Ugandan Children

Local Students Connect with Ugandan Children

January 2017

We're all about education at EVC Uganda... including educating children in the UK.

EVC Uganda 2017 Calendars Now On Sale

EVC Uganda 2017 Calendars Now On Sale

November 2016

We got a great reception at St Cuthbert's Catholic Church, Durham and Bede House Catholic Chaplaincy, Newcastle upon Tyne, raising awareness about EVC Uganda!

A4S Charity Pairs Fishing Match

A4S Charity Pairs Fishing Match

November 2016

Last month a fishing charity match was held by A4S, Angling4Success - a charity which supports young people across the UK. After deducting expenses, they raised £241.60 to go towards the 2017 school fees for Grace - one of our sponsored children.

How can you help?

It costs £300 to sponsor a child ( £25 monthly standing order ) This provides a child with an education, accommodation, clothing and food and pays teaching and non teaching staff. You can also donate securely through KindLink.