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Every family has its own story. We want to understand what people say they need before deciding how to help.
Our story · Uganda
Our Story
In Wakiso District, Uganda, OUR CRY CENTER began when Kisembo Mathew and Naggujja Sharon saw children going hungry and missing the education they need for a brighter future, alongside women facing hardship.
Our Story
A calling to care, answered together.
In 2021, following the hardships of COVID-19, Mr. Kisembo Mathew and Mrs. Naggujja Sharon witnessed children going hungry and missing school—losing precious opportunities to learn and build better futures. They also saw mothers struggling with violence, abandonment, and loss. Moved by what they saw, they felt God calling them to respond with compassion.
Through prayer and discernment, God placed a clear calling on their hearts: care for children first, and support the women in their lives. While they couldn't meet every need immediately, they committed to sharing what they had and gathering others who shared their vision.
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress.” James 1:27
Today, OUR CRY CENTER is home to 14 orphaned children and 8 women.
Our children need daily meals, healthcare, education, safe shelter, clothing, and the consistent, loving care every child deserves. Our team continues to pray for strength, wisdom, and provision—not only to care for those already here, but to create space for more.
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2
Our promise is simple and personal: this center is your home.
Founders: Kisembo Mathew & Naggujja Sharon · Uganda
A community united in care for children and women.A prayer for what comes next
With God’s grace, we pray for strength to care for the 14 children and 8 women with us, and to make room for more.
OUR CRY CENTER is currently home to 14 orphaned children and 8 women. The children need daily food, medication when needed, education, and the care of a safe home. Our space and resources are limited, but our hope is not. We believe God will make a way where there seems to be no way: provide what these children and women need, help us secure bigger land, and create room to welcome more.
We hold this vision in faith and keep taking the steps we can today—sharing food, meeting basic needs, and caring for the people already around us.
“With God all things are possible.”Matthew 19:26 · King James Version
What our promise means
Care should feel human, respectful, and shared.
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Protect dignity
Women and children deserve kindness, privacy, and respect—not judgement or pity.
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Grow together
Lasting care is built through relationships and a community willing to show up for one another.
A few moments from our community
Children deserve care and room to be children.
Our team shared these photographs to show the everyday moments that inspire our work. We do not attach private histories or unverified outcomes to the children pictured.
More moments from our community
Care lives in everyday moments.
These photographs were shared with us. The captions describe what can be seen and the values behind our work; they do not reveal private histories or claim outcomes.
A household essential
Helping the young ones sleep well
The donated mattresses were transported to OUR CRY CENTER to give the young ones a more comfortable place to rest.
Everyday essentials
Clothes donated for the young ones
This child’s jacket was donated to help keep the young ones comfortable. We are grateful for gifts that meet everyday needs.
Play & comfort
Toys given for the young ones
These toys and playthings were donated to OUR CRY CENTER for the young ones. Gifts like these make room for play and delight.
Together
Company matters
Two children share a quiet moment outdoors. Friendship and a sense of belonging are part of a caring childhood.
Care & belonging
Making room for one another
A caregiver and children are together in the yard. We want every person to be met with warmth and respect.
Care for little ones
Gentle attention
A young caregiver holds a baby close. Supporting those who care for children helps make room for tenderness and patience.
Growing up
Learning little by little
A child explores a spoon. Everyday routines can be moments for learning, encouragement, and care.
Everyday life
Preparing food together
Root vegetables are being prepared at home. Food is part of daily life and a practical need families work to meet.
A moment of joy
A smile to share
A baby's smile reminds us that joy can live in a simple moment. Every child deserves warmth, care, and reasons to smile.
Community
Standing together
A group gathers outdoors. Our hope is to build a caring community where children and families are welcomed with dignity.
The meaning in our name
A safe place for every cry to be met with comfort.
Our name is a promise of presence: when a woman or child is hurting, their voice should be met with care. The heart in our logo represents a place of protection; its colors carry the hope of tears giving way to healing, dignity, and new possibility.
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