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ABOUT US

Our Story

10

Years of Transforming
Communities

Who we are

Divine Hearts Foundation is a Christian nonprofit organization established in 2012 with a mission to uplift marginalized communities in Uganda. We empower vulnerable children, women, and youth by providing educational sponsorships, vocational training, and access to clean water through our water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) programs. Our work focuses on addressing the pressing socioeconomic challenges faced by rural and semi-urban areas, helping individuals become self-reliant and active contributors to their communities.

ABOUT OUR FOUNDER

Benjamin Musasizi

Benjamin Musasizi’s educational journey commenced at Kamuli Boys Boarding Primary School, followed by St. Mark’s College in Namagoma and Naalya Senior Secondary School in Namugongo.

ABOUT

Rev. Dr. Patience Kisakye

Rev. Dr. Patience Kisakye was a remarkable clergy member whose life exemplified a profound dedication to theology, education, and community service.

Our Mission

To work in partnership to empower vulnerable children through education and WASH programs.

Our Vision

A child who is socially and economically empowered.

can feed, clothe, house, educate & medicate a child a day

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of our staff on ground are local thereby fostering leadership development

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Children in the sub-Saharan region per day are at risk of death from hunger

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Invested in all our programs last year 2019

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Core Values

Our Objectives

To promote education and development of children in Uganda

Promote protection of communities in Uganda

To promote the Health and survival of vulnerable households in Uganda

Enhance economic sustainability and stability of vulnerable populations

Divine Hearts Foundation

Divine Hearts Foundation is a 501(c) 3 tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.

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Originally from Uganda, she was recruited by the Anglican Church to support evangelism and church planting, marking the beginning of a journey that spanned continents and impacted countless lives.

Educationally, Rev. Dr. Kisakye achieved significant milestones. She earned her Doctor of Ministry in Practical Theology from Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University in 2010, following earlier degrees including a Master of Divinity from Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary and a Master of Arts in Religious Communication from United Theological Seminary. Her academic foundation included a Diploma in Education focused on English Language and Literature, alongside African and European History. Professionally, Rev. Dr. Kisakye held diverse roles across church and educational settings. She started as a Chaplain and Teacher at Busoga College Mwiri in Uganda, later expanding her influence in the United States as a Chaplain at Bethany Methodist Home and serving various United Methodist Churches as Associate Pastor. Her leadership extended to advocacy for clergy benefits and social justice issues.

Community service was central to Rev. Dr. Kisakye’s life. She engaged extensively with initiatives promoting social change and leadership development, including roles with AmeriCorps and the Interactive Institute for Social Change. Her global advocacy efforts included participation in significant international conferences addressing women’s rights and sustainable development. Rev. Dr. Kisakye’s expertise was broad and impactful, encompassing Eucharistic Theology, conflict transformation, gender and disability mainstreaming, and advocacy for marginalized groups like indigenous women and individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Her visionary leadership was evident in strategic planning and evaluation across her diverse roles.

Her connectional experience bridged denominational boundaries and global partnerships, contributing actively to Ecumenical Advocacy Days and interfaith initiatives. Notably, she collaborated with her brother Benjamin Musasizi to strengthen the Divine Hearts Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities, particularly children with special needs. Rev. Dr. Patience Kisakye’s legacy is defined by her unwavering commitment to education, advocacy, and spiritual leadership. Her contributions within the United Methodist Church and through the Divine Hearts Foundation continue to inspire and empower communities worldwide. Her life’s work stands as a testament to the transformative power of service and compassion, leaving an enduring impact on those she served and the causes she championed.