Micro-Finance Program

The Micro-finance Program was launched in 2006 with the objective of providing access to credit for income-generating activities to the women caring for the orphans of Nyaka and Kutamba. This program continues to aim at improving caretakers' incomes as numerous studies have shown that women tend to prioritize children's nutrition, education, clothing, health, and home improvements ahead of their own personal needs.

As a result of improved standards of living at home, Nyaka and Kutamba students are able to maintain the necessary good health and morale in order to complete their primary education. Click to read more about the Micro-finance Program.

The Nyaka Grandmothers' Basket Parties

Thanks to micro-finance loans, many of our Grandmothers are able to buy supplies to make beautiful woven baskets and other crafts as a source of income. Women across America are holding "Nyaka Grandmothers' Basket Parties” that help spread information to others about the Grandmothers Program in a fun and informative way. Click to learn more about our Basket Parties.

Other Types of Income Generating Work

The Grandmothers of Nyaka also garden and sew. Although many of the Grandmothers are over 50 (which is considered old age in Uganda), they walk to work each day, knowing their contribution will help put food on their family’s table. View the video of the Grandmothers sowing a new crop.

For information about these micro-finance programs and the Nyaka Grandmothers' Basket Parties, please call (517) 610-7165 or email info@nyakaschool.org.