About us
A young foundation with deep roots.
Burlcore Foundation Limited was incorporated in Kampala on 22 July 2026 to walk alongside families with the practical tools they need to flourish.
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Small acts, enormous change.
At a glance
- Incorporated
- 22 July 2026
- Registered in
- Kampala, Uganda
- Legal form
- Company limited by guarantee
- Registration No.
- 80041013403930
Burlcore was founded on a belief that small, consistent acts of care add up to enormous change. We work at the level of the classroom, the well, the clinic and the smallholding, so that progress is felt in daily life.
Our approach is patient, our partnerships are local, and our measure of success is a child who wakes up excited for the day ahead.
People first
Every decision starts with the children and families we serve.
Joyful work
Dignity, colour and warmth in everything we build.
Local leadership
Ugandan voices shape Ugandan programmes.
Honest reporting
Plain-English updates, always.
Chapter 02
The community behind every project.
Families first
Stable support, stable households.
The most powerful thing a foundation can offer a rural district is dependable support that families can plan around. Burlcore prioritises local delivery, fair partnerships and long-term commitments so that families in Busia can plan for school fees, healthcare and savings. That stability ripples outward into the whole community.
"We measure success not just in projects delivered, but in boreholes drilled, classrooms supplied and households supported across the Lake Victoria Green Belt."
A helping hand, a shared future.
Families in Busia collecting clean water from a Burlcore-supported well, everyday moments that show what patient, community-led work looks like.
A helping hand, a shared future.
Families in Busia collecting clean water from a Burlcore-supported well, everyday moments that show what patient, community-led work looks like.
Chapter 03
Where we work.
Where we work, and where your money goes.
Follow the journey of a single pound, from your generosity to a parish in Busia.
Step 1 · You give
A one-off gift or monthly promise, in pounds.
Step 2 · We steward
80p of every pound is ring-fenced for programmes.
Step 3 · It grows in Busia
Delivered by local teams into parish-level projects.
Town centre
ActiveBusia
Programme HQ & outreach
The heart of our work, where coordination, training, and community gatherings take place.
Tap to explore our focus areas
- Programmes & communities80%
- Fundraising12%
- Administration8%
Chapter 04
We don't do this alone.
Our impact is amplified by working alongside local government, regulators, NGOs and development agencies. Co-funded projects go further, last longer and stay accountable to the people they're meant to serve.
- Busia District Local Government
- Local sub-county councils and village leadership
- Community-based education and health NGOs
- Regional development and livelihoods agencies
Transparent reinvestment
A defined share of the Foundation's programme budget is ring-fenced for community works. Allocation is reviewed with district leadership and reported back openly, so partners, regulators and residents can see where the funding lands.
Frequently asked
Questions about Burlcore Foundation
The essentials about who we are, where we work in Uganda, and how to reach us.
What is Burlcore Foundation?
Burlcore Foundation is a non-profit organisation working in Uganda. It is incorporated in Kampala under the Uganda Registration Services Bureau, registration number 80041013403930, and works across health, clean water, education and sustainable livelihoods.
Where does Burlcore Foundation work in Uganda?
Our field work is centred on Busia District in the Eastern Region of Uganda, including the Mawero community, with our registered office in Kampala.
What programmes does Burlcore Foundation run?
We run four programme areas: health, including support to Busia Health Centre IV; clean water, including the Mawero water project; early education; and sustainable livelihoods with local artisans and enterprise.
Can I donate to Burlcore Foundation?
We are not accepting public donations at this stage. Organisations and individuals who wish to support the work can partner with us through the contact page, or apply to volunteer.
How do I contact Burlcore Foundation?
Email info@burlcorefoundation.org. Our preferred contact channel is email, and we respond during working hours across the Uganda and UK time zones.
Can I volunteer with Burlcore Foundation?
Yes. Volunteer applications are made through the volunteer page on this website, and all volunteering is subject to our safeguarding policy.
Busia, Uganda
Help fund the next well, the next classroom, the next family.
Every gift extends our reach across the Lake Victoria Green Belt, from clean water and flood resilience to education and livelihoods.
