Smile Africa Ministries (SAM) in the Tororo District of Uganda originated in 1996 as a family compassion project of Pastor Ruth Kahawa, caring for those infected with HIV/AIDS. The ministry has greatly expanded and now reaches the needs of many vulnerable people, such as street children, orphans, widows, women in abusive marriages, the elderly and persons with disabilities.  Since its conception SAM has helped over 10,000 women, more than 12,000 children and thousands of families

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Smile Africa- America is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization that partners with Smile Africa and serves to raise awareness and support financial needs to fuel the ongoing growth of the organization, allowing it to serve more individuals and make life-changing impacts in the individuals and community.

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 Please browse our site for more information on the impact our organization is making, our various projects, and how you can get involved!