
Before Uhlendorf came, we walked 5 kilometers for water and it was unsafe and dirty. Now we have access to clear water and it is safe to cook with. Our lives and families are healthier
Sarah Mukasa, Community Leader

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We uplift communities through innovative solutions that address critical needs in water, income security, and health.
We have partnered with more than 10+ organizations




We envision a world where every community thrives through solutions that foster self-reliance
Step 1
Exploring initiatives to identify and address unmet needs within communities

Step 2
Assessing core needs and uncovering new insights to better understand the problem

Step 3
Mapping stakeholders and partners to strengthen collaboration and resource mobilization

Step 4
Fostering creativity and technological advancement in rural areas

Step 5
Ensuring our programs deliver measurable impact and continuous improvement

Founded in 2018 by JanaJo Uhlendorf in the USA as a nonprofit organization called Grace and Favor Ministries, we began as a Christian-based initiative with the goal of empowering communities.
We grew from there, and as we partnered with rural communities across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Burundi, and Tanzania, it became clear that there was an urgent need for sustainable solutions in these regions.
This realization led to our registration in Uganda as
Uhlendorf Innovations Africa, a social enterprise committed to collaborating with countless communities in remote areas of Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Burundi to create lasting, positive change.
We bring sustainable water solutions to East African communities (safe water infrastructure, conservation practices, and educational programs). In this way, we want to provide reliable safe water access to vulnerable communities.
Through our initiatives, programs, and projects, we help individuals and families achieve financial sustainability.
Through our medical division, we treat East African communities for better health.
Together with different partners.
We have left a footprint of hope.

Before Uhlendorf came, we walked 5 kilometers for water and it was unsafe and dirty. Now we have access to clear water and it is safe to cook with. Our lives and families are healthier
Sarah Mukasa, Community Leader

The financial training programs changed everything for my livelihood. I learned sustainable business techniques that allowed me to develop my tree nursery business and improve my family's living conditions.
James Okello, Local Entrepreneur

Working with Uhlendorf has been a masterclass in collaboration. They make it easy to work with them as we go out into rural areas on different health camps.
Mercy Mutoni, Health Worker

They don't just build infrastructure and leave. They empower communities to maintain and grow what's been started by educating the people on the new developments and how to maintain them.
David Walusimbi, Partner
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