BABY WATOTO

Although 2020 looked a little different as we had to navigate a national lockdown, our commitment to the vulnerable babies God has entrusted us with never wavered. We were humbled by the dedication of our nannies when they decided to voluntarily live onsite because they wanted to ensure our precious little ones continued to receive the best care possible. They worked tirelessly, and their selfless acts of love inspired 87 of our teenaged children and young adults to serve at Baby Watoto. These beautiful acts of love are the result of your prayers and your faithful partnership. From the bottom of our hearts—thank you!

34 BABIES RESCUED Our team worked with local authorities and sought creative solutions when COVID-19 restrictions were impacting our ability to rescue babies. Their actions meant 34 babies were given a chance at life.

94% BABIES REACHED THEIR MILESTONES 94% of our babies and toddlers reached their developmental milestones. This exemplifies the love and care all our staff put in to raising the next generation.

PANDEMIC RESCUES

Early in the pandemic, restrictions from the Ministry of Health and Gender in Uganda, as well as a lack of availability for COVID-19 testing, had an impact on our ability to rescue babies—but there were still little ones who needed us. So, we continued to work with local authorities to provide support, and partnered with the Virus Research Institute to ensure babies could get the necessary tests for free. We are thrilled to share that because of these actions, 16 babies were rescued during the latter part of 2020, and 34 babies were rescued in total last year. While these babies had a tough start in life, we know God has great plans for each of these precious little ones. Meet a few of the babies we were able to rescue together.

BABY ZANE

As an infant Baby Zane was rescued from a pit latrine and rushed to the hospital for urgent medical care. Although he had a difficult start in life, today Zane is a very cuddly little one with a future full of hope.

LITTLE FIONA

Fiona was found abandoned as a toddler—alone, dirty and crying. In September 2020, she was welcomed into the loving arms of her nanny here at Baby Watoto. She’s now a joyful little one who loves her new little family.

BABY JORDAN

In early October, Jordan was welcomed into Baby

Watoto when he was only two weeks old because his mother sadly died shortly after childbirth.

Thanks for creating a safe place for Jordan where he is surrounded by lots of love and can discover God’s purpose for his life.