News Archive
2018 in Review: Our Chairman's Report
December 2018
As the new year is shortly upon us, Ted, EVC's chairman, writes an end of year message to the supporters of EVC Uganda. He summarises the success of the charity during this past year and expresses his gratitude to all who made this happen.
Strike the Harp and Join the Chorus!
December 2018
It’s that time of year again - Advent has come around; the time for singing carols and spreading Christmas cheer!
Variety Performance raised funds to the tune of £1,800
October 2018
Thanksgiving was the theme of this year’s show. The success of fundraising efforts and responses made through church appeals owes many thanks. Child sponsors, donors, partners and volunteers - we are extremely grateful!
Lights, Camera, Action for EVC
August 2018
It's nearly time for the EVC Uganda annual Variety Performance Evening. The big night for our fundraising event is Saturday 22nd September, with the curtain going up at 7:30pm...
Smile and donate when you shop at AmazonSmile
July 2018
Now you can donate to EVC without becoming a penny poorer! If you are an Amazon customer, they will donate to EVC on your behalf when you shop at AmazonSmile!
Girls' dormitory building work is nearing completion
June 2018
As well as sponsoring children for their education, we also have a number of projects currently underway. We are very pleased to give you an update on the progress of the dormitory building project.
Get to know Musinguzi Sadick
May 2018
On his trip to Uganda last year, trustee Ramon visited St Matia Mulumba School and became acquainted with many students and their teachers. We'd like to share a little about these fine teachers, starting with Sadick, a Mathematics & Social Studies Teacher.
Here comes the sun - Saving daylight in Uganda
March 2018
In the UK, we are entering into British Summertime and can look forward to enjoying longer days, with over 16 hours of daylight in the summer. But Uganda does not observe Daylight Saving Time, regardless of the time of year, the sun rises and sets at about the same time, giving around 12 hours of daylight.
Plug into the Power of Prayer
March 2018
We feel that prayer is a vital way of supporting EVC's work with poor children. On the last Wednesday of every month, we warmly invite you to join our new prayer group held at Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Church, Kempston, commencing at 8 pm.