Before Uhlendorf came, we walked 5 kilometers for water. Now we have clean water in our village.
Sarah Mukasa, Community Leader
Fueling Africa's growth with sustainable
human centered solutions
We uplift communities through innovative solutions that address critical needs in water, income security, and health.
We have partnered with more than 10+ organizations
Our Approach
We envision a world where every community thrives through solutions that foster self-reliance
Step 1
Needs Assessments
Exploring initiatives to identify and address unmet needs within communities
Step 2
Baseline Studies
Assessing core needs and uncovering new insights to better understand the problem
Step 3
Partner Mapping
Mapping stakeholders and partners to strengthen collaboration and resource mobilization
Step 4
Community Outreach & Engagements
Fostering creativity and technological advancement in rural areas
Step 5
Monitoring & Evaluation
Ensuring our programs deliver measurable impact and continuous improvement
Our History
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.
Our Pillars
Water
We bring sustainable water solutions to East African communities through safe water infrastructure, conservation practices, and educational programs. Our goal is to empower these communities with reliable water access to support health and foster broader development.
Income Security
Through our initiatives, programs, and projects, we help individuals and families achieve financial independence and security, laying the foundation for prosperous and resilient communities.
Health
By fostering healthier environments, we help East African communities thrive and focus on building a brighter future.
How Lives Are Transformed
We envision solutions that foster self-reliance especially in rural areas.
The training programs changed everything for my family. I learned sustainable farming techniques that tripled my harvest.
James Okello, Local Farmer
Working with Uhlendorf has been a masterclass in collaboration. They blend innovation and empathy perfectly.
Grace Nambi, Health Worker
They don't just build infrastructure and leave. They empower communities to maintain and grow what's been started.
David Mutesi, Partner Organisation
Blog
Read about some of our work here
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Introducing Agribridge
Meet the innovators connecting farmers, traders, and dreamers through digital tools that make opportunities accessible to all.
AGRITECH
Seeds of Change: How Tech is Reimagining African Agriculture
From AI-powered irrigation to drone soil analysis, here's how innovation is fueling a new green revolution across the continent.
WATER & SANITATION
Water is Wealth: The Untold Power of Clean Water Access
Behind every thriving village is a well that never runs dry, discover how sustainable water projects are transforming livelihoods.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
From Soil to Success: The Rise of Farmer Entrepreneurs
A new generation of East African farmers isn't just growing crops, they're building sustainable businesses and reshaping the economy.
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