How much does it cost to sponsor a child in Uganda at Edna?

$45 a month covers one child’s termly fees, uniform, a daily school lunch and learning materials, from nursery through to Primary 7.

What is the smallest monthly gift?

$15 a month as a Friend of Edna pays for exercise books, pencils and a school lunch for one child every school day of the month.

How can I pay from outside Uganda?

By Visa card through our secure Nylon Pay checkout, or by MTN or Airtel Mobile Money. Card checkout currently works best with cards issued in Africa; if yours is declined, email nakalemaedna9@gmail.com and we will help you give another way. You can also send to our MTN Mobile Money number with Sendwave, Wise, Remitly, WorldRemit, Western Union or MoneyGram.

Will I hear how my sponsored child is doing?

Yes. You receive the child’s profile and photo when your sponsorship starts, then written progress reports and letters at the end of each school term.

Can I change or cancel my sponsorship?

Yes, at any time. Email us and we will adjust or stop your monthly gift, no explanation needed.

Can I visit the school?

Yes. Sponsors are welcome to visit Edna in Kampala. Email nakalemaedna9@gmail.com ahead of time so we can plan around the timetable.

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Child Sponsor · 1 month $45 ≈ UGX 167,000

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Charged in Ugandan shillings: UGX 167,000 (about $45). Payments are processed securely by Nylon Pay; Edna never sees your card details or PIN.

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How much does it cost to sponsor a child in Uganda at Edna?: $45 a month covers one child’s termly fees, uniform, a daily school lunch and learning materials, from nursery through to Primary 7.
What is the smallest monthly gift?: $15 a month as a Friend of Edna pays for exercise books, pencils and a school lunch for one child every school day of the month.
How can I pay from outside Uganda?: By Visa card through our secure Nylon Pay checkout, or by MTN or Airtel Mobile Money. Card checkout currently works best with cards issued in Africa; if yours is declined, email nakalemaedna9@gmail.com and we will help you give another way. You can also send to our MTN Mobile Money number with Sendwave, Wise, Remitly, WorldRemit, Western Union or MoneyGram.
Will I hear how my sponsored child is doing?: Yes. You receive the child’s profile and photo when your sponsorship starts, then written progress reports and letters at the end of each school term.
Can I change or cancel my sponsorship?: Yes, at any time. Email us and we will adjust or stop your monthly gift, no explanation needed.
Can I visit the school?: Yes. Sponsors are welcome to visit Edna in Kampala. Email nakalemaedna9@gmail.com ahead of time so we can plan around the timetable.