Raise funds
Organise appeals, events, workplace giving and online campaigns, and bring in donations on behalf of the foundation.
Involvement · Ambassadors
Become a Lumina Ambassador
Wherever you live, you can open doors for young people in Northern Uganda. Lumina ambassadors raise funds, lobby on our behalf and rally computers, learning materials and support from their own networks.
- From anywhere in the worldEvery region and country is welcome.
- You set your yearly pledgeChoose an amount you are comfortable with.
- Money or in-kindFunds, computers and learning materials all count.
- Voluntary and flexibleGive the time and reach that suit you.
The role
A voice and a bridge for young people
A Lumina Africa Foundation ambassador is a supporter who represents the foundation in their own community, workplace and network. Ambassadors believe that digital inclusion is a development priority and use their influence to turn that belief into practical support.
You do not need to live in Uganda. Diaspora members, professionals, students, business people, faith and community leaders and friends of Africa are all welcome. You decide how much you can raise or give each year, and what kind of support you can bring.
What ambassadors do
Four ways to make a difference
Take on one role or all of them. Every ambassador shapes the role around their own skills and contacts.
Lobby for the foundation
Speak to companies, institutions, donors, schools and leaders about our work and ask for their support.
Mobilise equipment and materials
Gather computers, laptops, books and other learning materials that young people in Northern Uganda can use.
Open doors
Introduce us to partners, volunteers and fellow supporters, and share our story in your own network.
Your yearly pledge
Tell us what you can raise or give
When you apply you say how much you can lobby for or give each year, in money, in kind, or both. A pledge is a good-faith intention that helps us plan: it is agreed with you when your application is approved.
Money
The amount you can raise through your appeals and contacts, or give yourself, in a year. Choose your own currency.
In-kind support
Computers, laptops, tablets, projectors, books, stationery and other equipment or materials you can collect or donate in a year.
Something else
Services, scholarships, software licences, free training, venues, flights or any other support you can lobby for or give. Tell us in your own words.
In-kind items we can put to use
- Laptops and desktop computers
- Tablets and smartphones
- Projectors, printers and routers
- Solar lamps and power equipment
- Books and learning materials
- Stationery and school supplies
- Software licences and online subscriptions
- Furniture for training spaces
How it works
From application to impact
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Apply
Fill in the form below: who you are, where you live and what you can pledge each year.
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We get in touch
Our team reads your application and contacts you to talk about your ideas and your pledge.
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Agree your pledge
Together we agree what you will raise or give and how, and we send you a short briefing.
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Raise, lobby and report
You start representing the foundation, and we keep you updated on what your support achieves.
In return
What you get as an ambassador
Recognition
A letter of appointment from the foundation and, with your consent, a place on our ambassadors page.
A briefing pack
Clear facts about our programs and plans, so you can speak with confidence.
A global community
Meet and share ideas with other ambassadors around the world.
Updates and accountability
News on how support is used, so you can report back to your own donors and friends.
Our ambassadors
Based anywhere, working together
Our ambassadors can be based in any country and region. Pick yours in the form: we welcome applications from every part of the world.
- Africa
- Asia
- Middle East
- Europe
- North America
- Central America and the Caribbean
- South America
- Oceania
Apply
Apply to become an ambassador
It takes about five minutes.
Tell us about yourself, where you are in the world and what you can raise or give each year. There is no obligation: we will talk with you before anything is agreed.
- Open to every country
- You choose your pledge
- No obligation until we have spoken
Ambassador questions
No. Ambassadors can live in any country in the world. Many of the most useful contacts and donors are outside Uganda.
No. Ambassadors are volunteers who represent the foundation. The role is about raising support and opening doors, not employment.
There is no fixed amount. You tell us what you can realistically lobby for or give in a year, in money, in kind or both, and we agree it with you.
Yes. In-kind support is very welcome: computers, laptops, books and other equipment. Tell us what you can collect and where it is, and we will discuss how it can reach us.
Yes. You can apply as an individual who represents your employer, your school, your congregation or your community group. Tell us about it in the form.
Our team reviews every application and contacts you by e-mail. If it is a good fit we agree your pledge and send your briefing pack.
Support Our Planned Programs
Together, we can help turn these plans into practical opportunities for the communities we serve.