Urgent Needs
In development work, there will always be immediate needs to accompany the sustainable projects implemented. As we plant pineapple gardens, the women and children still need food on their table. Because our goal is to create enough sustainability for the ROWAN members to support themselves in a few years to come, there are areas where ROWAN can fill the gap.
As urgent needs arise, both the Uganda and USA Board members together vote on how to best utilize these funds. In the end, the Uganda board knows best and leads the way.
What are some examples as to how ROWAN used the funds for Urgent Needs in the past?
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2010 |
After the only well broke down in Mawanga, ROWAN USA board decided to make water a priority. NEW WELL OFFICIALLY OPENED AUGUST 26! Well currently providing for over 4,000 community members! Join us to raise more funds for 2nd well for community! |
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2009 |
After ROWAN widow Mirabu passed away, leaving 3 orphans behind, ROWAN constructed a new house for the children live in. |
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2009 |
ROWAN has covered medical bills of women with immediate healthcare needs. |
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2008 |
Built new roof for the home of a ROWAN widow. |
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2008 |
Famine hit the land of Mawanga and ROWAN members lost the season of harvest. ROWAN purchased food for the women and children during this dry season. |
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2007 |
Pastor Paul’s youngest son Barnabas—who was 2 years old—fell into a boiling pot of beans, suffering from severe, 3rd-degree burns. ROWAN supported the pastor by sending Barnabas to a burn specialist in Kampala for treatment. Today, Barnabas is the smartest in his class with no permanent damage to his leg. |
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2006-2010 |
Every year we throw a Christmas Party with food, gifts and Celebration of the hope ROWAN has in Christ. |
How do we plan on using it in the future?
- Continue the well-digging project
- Plan on a weekly/monthly food program for the members
- Continue improving the homes of the members to ensure security
- Emergency medical needs outside the regular check-ups
