Frequently asked questions.

The vast majority of every gift funds direct child care: family homes, house-mother salaries, school fees, food, and healthcare. A small share covers essential administration so the villages keep running well.

This depends on your country of residence and which registered giving partner you donate through. Replace this answer with your organization's actual tax status and any partner-country registrations before publishing.

Yes — the sponsorship page lists children currently seeking a sponsor. Once you start giving, that gift is applied directly to your chosen child's home.

If a child transitions out of care (for example, into extended family or independence), we'll let you know and offer you the chance to sponsor another child in the same village.

Yes, sponsors and donors are welcome to arrange a village visit in Kampala. Contact our team to plan dates.

Both are safe when used correctly. Card payments here are processed through Square's secure, PCI-compliant system — this site never stores your card number. Bank transfers go directly through your own bank.

Email giving@watotochildcare.org any time and we'll process the cancellation before your next billing date.