Sponsorship Program

At the request of many friends and benefactors, the Sisters of Notre Dame have instituted a sponsorship program for the students enrolled at St. Julie Primary Boarding School in Buseesa, Uganda.

What does it cost to sponsor a St. Julie student?
Sponsors are asked to contribute $50 per month ($600 per year) that will underwrite the cost of education, room and board.

Parents of students currently pay the educational fees they can afford. The school is subsidized by the sponsorship program and other donations.

What happens if I cannot continue to support my student?
Sponsorship can be for any length of time. If a sponsor needs to discontinue contribtutions, the sponsor is asked to notify the Notre Dame in Uganda Sponsorship Office as soon as possible so that a new benefactor can be found.

Do all of my contributions go directly to my student?
All administrative costs for the Notre Dame in Uganda Sponsorship Program are provided by other unrestricted contributions to the Sisters of Notre Dame. Therefore, all sponsorship contributions go directly to aid the children of St. Julie School.

How long will my student need my help?
Since each student will need assistance until he or she graduates from St. Julie School, sponsors will have the option to renew their commitment each year. If a student leaves the school for any reason, a new pupil will be introduced to the sponsor.

How often should I plan to make payments?
Sponsorship payments, either by check or credit card, can be made annually, semiannually, quarterly or monthly. Semiannual or annual payments reduce processing costs, so these are appreciated. Each sponsor receives a pledge coupon book. Matching gifts from employers are also welcome!

Will my student write to me?
Within the first few months, sponsors receive a letter of introduction, with additional correspondence from the student for Christmas and Easter. Postal irregularities may cause delays, but efforts will be made to maintain good communication.

May I write to my student?
Sponsors are encouraged to write to their students. All letters are sent through the Uganda Sponsorship Coordinator.

To become a sponsor, download and mail the donation form or visit our secure online donation site.