Protecting
childhood.
Building futures.
Safety. Belonging. The chance to become.
Standing alongside vulnerable children and young people in Kampala.
00°18′ N · 32°35′ E
Opportunity should be, too.
THE DAVID SHELTON FOUNDATIONDavid SheltonProtecting Childhood. Building Futures.A beginning
should never define
an entire story.
Every child deserves to feel safe, to be heard, and to have a future worth looking forward to.
We support vulnerable, orphaned and street-connected children in Kampala, with a particular focus on boys aged 7–18. Through practical care, education and lasting relationships, we help young people move towards stability and independence.
Meet the FoundationCare that meets
life where it is.
From a first conversation to a new skill.
Support that grows with each child.
Connected programmes.
Individual possibilities.
Protection, learning, wellbeing and opportunity — with the child at the centre.
Explore all programmesFirst, we listen.
Listen
Protect
Support
Empower
Transform
Each child has a voice. Each journey is different. Our role is to listen, respond with care, and build on what is possible.
Understand our approachChildren first.
In every decision.
Safeguarding is central to our work, our relationships and the stories we tell.
We put children’s safety, privacy and best interests ahead of publicity. We do not publish identifying stories or images without appropriate consent.
Our safeguarding commitmentIdeas. Learning.
Latest stories.
Illustrative stock photograph · UgandaWhy dignity comes first
How listening, privacy and responsible storytelling help keep children at the centre of our work.
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AI-generated illustrative imageryHow our programmes work together
Protection, education, wellbeing and opportunity: how eight connected programmes support children and young people in Kampala.
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