AMPE Foundation is a faith based organisation that aims to build communities and build minds by engaging people in need and working to reduce poverty through formal education, community education and development education.
Our Why
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In 2019, during a visit to Uganda, Peter Gleeson, inspired by his mother Alice Gleeson's educational journey, visited the primary school she attended over 45 years ago. Witnessing the rundown state of the school and its lack of a functional library, Peter made a promise to help rebuild it. This promise laid the foundation for AMPE Foundation.
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Alice's story is one of resilience and determination. Despite the challenges, her early education in Bukono County provided a solid foundation for her academic pursuits. Her journey from a rural school in Uganda to achieving success is a testament to the power of education and opportunity. Inspired by Alice's story and motivated by the need to give back, Peter, along with Alice and other dedicated individuals, founded AMPE Foundation to address the educational and socio-economic challenges in Uganda.
Bukono County Primary School Renovation
AMPE Foundation aims to address the marginalisation of the Bukono people in Eastern Uganda by renovating St John’s Bukono Primary School, benefiting 1,480 students. This initiative has been developed in consultation with local community representatives and has received approval from Uganda’s Ministry of Education.
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The project will begin with the renovation of one classroom block, two dormitories, and two teachers’ houses. As no public funding has been allocated for this initiative, AMPE Foundation is committed to raising the necessary financial resources to support this vital community project.
Bukono County Resource Centre
The Bukono Community Resource Centre (BCRC) in Ivukula, Bukono County, Namutumba District, will serve as a community hub for education, skills development, health services, and social activities. A key feature of the centre will be a library that offers access to books, digital resources, and internet services to support literacy and learning.
The centre aims to improve literacy and education levels, equip and promote vocational skills, and provide social, mental and physical wellness and healthcare access all the while promoting community cohesion to attain human and social-economic development.
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The project will be implemented by AMPE Foundation in collaboration with a wide range of partners, including but not limited to Rotary Clubs, Other Foundations, etc.
Bukono County
In Uganda, the AMPE Foundation plans to first intervene in Bukono County, located in the Namutumba District within the Busoga Region of Eastern Uganda. This region is characterised by its high rates of school dropouts, which pose significant challenges to the community's socio-economic development and overall well-being.
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The region faces widespread poverty, with many families unable to afford school fees, uniforms, and other educational materials.
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Bukono County has one of the highest school dropout rates in Uganda. According to the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), dropout rates in Eastern Uganda are significantly higher than the national average.
Our Next Steps
AMPE Foundation is a newly established organisation dedicated to transforming lives in Uganda.
We will share more regarding steps you can be involved in in coming months. In the meantime, spread the word about AMPE Foundation by sharing our story and impact on social media and with friends.
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Together, we can create lasting change across generations to bring hope and dignity to all.
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+61 411 407 935