About Print for a Child Foundation
Founded in 2020 and officially registered in 2026, Print for a Child Foundation is a Ugandan non-profit dedicated to transforming lives through the power of education. We have impacted the lives of over 560 children across the country and continue to grow our reach every day.
From Personal Experience to a Mission
Born and raised in Uganda, Paul Lwanawetaase witnessed firsthand the severe lack of educational resources in rural schools — having personally been a victim of the same challenges during his early years in school. Many students shared a single textbook among five or more classmates, severely limiting their ability to learn.
This experience fueled his commitment to change the narrative. In 2020, Paul started Print for a Child Foundation with the mission of bridging the educational gap through the provision of textbooks, storybooks, writing materials, and printed educational content to underserved areas.
Today, the foundation has impacted the lives of over 560 children across the country, working hand-in-hand with schools, communities, and partners to create lasting educational impact across Uganda. The team of vibrant and energetic people continues to grow, driven by the belief that every child deserves a decent future through education.
Uganda's Education Crisis
Uganda has the highest school dropout rate in East Africa. The statistics paint a grim picture that drives our urgency to act.
Drop Out Before P7
43% of pupils who enroll in Primary 1 drop out of school before reaching Primary 7, according to UNEB data.
Never Reach UACE
Of 1,837,227 pupils who joined P1 in 2004, only 102,858 sat for UACE in 2016 — a staggering 94.4% dropout rate.
Highest in East Africa
Uganda has the highest school dropout rate in East Africa, with rates significantly higher for females, per UNESCO reports.
The high dropout rates are driven by hidden costs — exercise books, pens, uniforms, and other scholastic materials that families living on less than a dollar a day simply cannot afford. As a result, many children end up trapped in a vicious cycle of poverty. That's why we exist.
Our Mission
To print and distribute quality study materials to less privileged school children in Uganda, ensuring that every child has access to the education resources they need to succeed.
Our Vision
A Uganda where every child, regardless of background, has equal access to quality educational materials and the opportunity to achieve their full potential through learning.
Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 4
Our work directly supports SDG 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. We are committed to reducing educational inequality through practical, on-the-ground interventions.
Our Core Values
These principles guide everything we do and how we serve our communities.
Compassion
We approach our work with genuine care for the children and communities we serve, understanding their unique challenges and needs.
Community
We believe in the power of working together. Our partnerships with schools, donors, and volunteers create lasting change.
Impact
We are committed to making a measurable difference. Every book printed, every school reached, every child helped matters.
Meet Our Team
Dedicated individuals working tirelessly to bring education to every child.
Paul Lwanawetaase
Team Leader
Born and raised in Uganda, Paul experienced the lack of educational resources firsthand during his early school years. This drove him to found Print for a Child Foundation in 2020, dedicating his life to ensuring every child has access to essential learning materials.
Namwase Rinah Marion
Projects Coordinator
Rinah coordinates Print for a Child Foundation projects on the ground — working with schools, volunteers, and community partners to ensure learning materials reach the children who need them most.
What People Say
Testimonials from those who have witnessed our impact firsthand.
"Print for a Child has transformed our school. Our students now have proper textbooks and their performance has improved significantly."
Head Teacher
St. Mary's Junior School, Seeta
"Before receiving these books, many of our students had to share one textbook among five. Now each child has their own copy to study with."
Teacher
Primary School, Kampala
"The joy on the children's faces when they receive their books is priceless. Thank you for giving them hope for a brighter future."
Community Leader
Rural Uganda
Be Part of Our Story
Join us in writing the next chapter of hope and opportunity for Uganda's children.