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Heart for Her is a women-centered non-profit that empowers vulnerable girls and women through education, health awareness, and economic independence. Founded in 2015 by a group of young women advocates in Kampala, it began as a mentorship circle for teenage mothers and survivors of gender-based violence.
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Heart for Her
A PHU-verified cause.
About the Cause
Heart for Her is a women-centered non-profit that empowers vulnerable girls and women through education, health awareness, and economic independence. Founded in 2015 by a group of young women advocates in Kampala, it began as a mentorship circle for teenage mothers and survivors of gender-based violence.
Today, Heart for Her supports over 300 women annually with skills training, counseling, and livelihood programs.
Our Mission
To empower women and girls to rise above vulnerability, rebuild their confidence, and become agents of change in their communities.
Our Story & Impact
From victims to victors — every woman at Heart for Her learns to reclaim her story. Through tailoring, crafts, literacy classes, and health education, participants gain the tools to earn income, care for their families, and live with dignity.
Key Focus Areas
| Program / Area | Description |
| Skills & Entrepreneurship | Training women in tailoring, crafts, and business management. |
| Health & Hygiene | Awareness on menstrual hygiene, maternal health, and nutrition. |
| Counseling & Empowerment | Group therapy and mentorship sessions. |
| Education Support | Scholarships for teenage mothers and school reintegration. |
Our Challenges
| Challenge | Description |
| Funding Gaps | Limited financial support for expanding training programs. |
| Stigma | Cultural resistance against women empowerment. |
| Space & Tools | Need for more sewing machines and training space. |
Financial Goal
| Campaign Goal | Amount (UGX) |
| 2025 Women Empowerment Fund | 120,000,000 |
How You Can Help
💛 Partner: Fund women’s empowerment projects.
💛 Donate: Support tailoring kits or startup capital.
💛 Sponsor a Woman: UGX 200,000 covers a 3-month training slot.
💛 Give in Kind: Provide sewing machines, sanitary pads, or fabric materials.
💛 Volunteer: Mentor or train participants in business skills.
Why Support Heart for Her?
Because empowering a woman transforms a generation. Your support turns tears into strength, and struggle into self-reliance.
When women rise, communities flourish.
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