2000+ community members IMPACTED
The Uganda Floodplain Restoration Project focuses on revitalizing the Bunambutya Resettlement Center in the Bulambuli District of Eastern Uganda — a region heavily affected by landslides, floods, and deforestation.
In partnership with Rotary Clubs of Busia (Uganda) and Santa Rosa East/West (USA) and Mission Green Initiatives Uganda, the project helps make the resettlement area safer, greener, and more sustainable for the 7,200 displaced residents who now call it home.
How The Project Helps
Through phased environmental restoration and community training, we aim to:
- Reforest the landscape by planting thousands of trees and fruit trees in each household
- Create a protective green belt around the resettlement area to manage floods and stabilize the land
- Protect and strengthen the drainage canal using vetiver grass to prevent erosion and landslides
- Provide energy-efficient cookstoves, reducing wood consumption by up to 80%
- Improve air quality, soil health, and food availability for families
- Support local livelihoods by teaching the use of vetiver grass for crafts, natural oils, and construction
- Engage local Rotaract youth studying environmental health to support and monitor the project
community impact
The people of Bulambuli have endured years of loss from recurring landslides. This project helps restore not only the environment but also hope — turning a vulnerable floodplain into a thriving, resilient home.
Families will benefit from:
- Cooler, greener surroundings
- Access to fruits and firewood from their own trees
- Safer flood management and erosion control
- Opportunities to earn income through sustainable practices
DONATE TO OUR PROGRAM
Your donation helps rebuild lives and landscapes in Eastern Uganda.
Every contribution supports tree planting, soil restoration, and clean-energy solutions that keep families safe from floods while protecting the environment for future generations.
Together, we can restore the land, strengthen communities, and grow resilience from the ground up.