Bella's Orphanage Uganda was formed in the challenging year of 2021, when COVID-19 was causing so much trouble, I, Dan, decided to create Bella's Orphanage Uganda. Seeing many kids without homes in Mityana District touched my heart deeply. Having experienced the struggles of being an orphan myself, I knew I had to do something.
With a strong will and a lot of love, I established Bella Orphanage to provide these children with a safe haven, meals, and education.
As time passed, more people joined me in this noble cause, and together, we transformed the orphanage into a warm and caring home for these youngsters.
Bella's Orphanage Uganda blossomed into a symbol of hope within our community, demonstrating that a single individual's dream, nurtured by love and faith, has the power to positively impact the lives of many.It stood tall as a living testament to the idea that even the simplest act of kindness can sow seeds of change and illuminate the path for those in need.
The name "Bella's Orphanage Uganda" was adopted after encountering Sister Bella, as a tribute to her and the inspiration she brought to the organization. Initially known as "God's Love Ministries," the name change reflects the profound impact and influence of Sister Bella on the orphanage's mission and values, symbolizing a new chapter and a deepened commitment to caring for orphans in Uganda.
We are different from many other relief and development organizations because we:
In simplest terms, we follow Jesus. Our corporate statement of faith aligns well to the Apostles' Creed.
We are nondenominational and unaffiliated with national church networks. Our organization comes from Protestant tradition. Our board, staff and partners include Catholics. And our program work engages interfaith groups.
We are nonpartisan. Our hope is in biblical truth, not politics, as we address issues of poverty and injustice.
For us, advocacy is influencing policy and systems change. It is not advocating for our organization or to gain followership.
We use the term justice to refer to biblical justice. That is to make relationships right or whole. Advancing justice makes it possible for all of God’s creation to flourish.
We focus on the Church - the global community of believers, not limited to buildings or certain doctrine - because we follow Jesus. He left a clear mission for his followers and sent the Holy Spirit to help. His mission is to teach others everything he taught directly. To proclaim the good news of his work to redeem and restore all of creation, with actions as much as words.
Churches also play a strategic and practical role in community development. In many places around the world, churches remain key cultural and social institutions, strategically poised to influence change. They are proximate to the needs and often more permanent than government. They are in place before, during and after crises, and are one of the first support networks people of all faiths seek when in need.
We educate on and address issues that compound the impacts of poverty. Environmental degradation, gender inequality and racial disparities are injustices that disproportionately impact those experiencing poverty. Mitigating or solving them enables sustainable and holistic change.
Our funding presently comes from individuals, churches, foundations and strategic partnerships.
While we partner mainly with churches and Christian organizations, those who participate and benefit from programs are interfaith. We seek to serve those who have the most needs in their context, without discrimination.
