Give the Gift of Hope This Christmas –
Itambira Island, Seeds of Hope (SW Uganda)
As Christmas approaches, many of us search for meaningful gifts for friends and family – something that feels personal, thoughtful, and full of purpose. This year, we’re inviting you to take part in a simple yet powerful opportunity to transform lives for families living in deep poverty around Lake Bunyonyi in south west Uganda.
Itambira Island: Seeds of Hope is launching our Christmas Gift Campaign, offering you the chance to give a gift that changes far more than just a moment – it changes a future.
Gifts That Make a Real Difference
Every gift in this campaign provides a basic, practical resource that families urgently need.
These are not luxury items; they are essentials that we often take for granted, but gifts that will truly help households cook, learn, grow food, collect clean water, and build a safer, healthier life.
Gifts start from just £3, making it possible for anyone to participate.
Your gift could provide:
- Basins – for washing, cooking preparation, bathing, and everyday home tasks
- Saucepans – a vital kitchen item for families who often own none
- School books – helping children learn, progress, and stay in education
- Bibles – for spiritual encouragement and community growth
- Training – equipping families with skills to build sustainable livelihoods
- Water tanks – providing safer and more reliable access to clean water. We’ve now provided over 80 water tanks in the local area, each one supporting a number of families and individuals.
Each gift you buy represents hope, dignity, and opportunity for families.
Why Your Gift Matters
Around Lake Bunyonyi, many households struggle daily with the most basic needs. Access to clean water, the ability to cook safely, or having the materials children need for school—these are challenges that impact every part of life.
By choosing a gift through this campaign, you’re not only supporting a family materially; you are showing love and solidarity. For the recipients, these gifts bring:
- Improved health
- Greater food security
- Better access to education
- Strengthened family and community resilience
- A sense of being seen, valued, and supported
At Christmas—a season rooted in compassion and generosity—your gift becomes a tangible expression of hope.
Christmas Gift Catalogue
View Online
Free gift card
A free ‘Gift card’ can be supplied on request for you to give to others.
Get Involved: Give a Gift Today
If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift for someone who “has everything,” why not give on their behalf? It’s a beautiful way to honour a friend or family member while blessing someone in real need.
Click below to see the full list of gift options and complete your order form.
Together, we can make this Christmas brighter for families living in poverty around Lake Bunyonyi.
How to order
You use the order form incorporated within the gift catalogue or simply get in touch with us at itambiraislandtrust@gmail.com for more information.
How to pay
- Online payment:
- Account name: Itambira Island Trust
- Sort number: 30-98-37
- Account number: 48241160
- By cheque:
- Payable to ‘Itambira Island Trust’
- Please send to 10 Oaklands Rd, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2TB
Gift Aid
If you are a UK taxpayer you can increase your gift by 25%.
If you have not already registered with us, please request a gift aid form with your order. You can also download a gift aid form to print and fill out at home.
Itambira Island Trust
Itambira Island Trust (UK registered charity 1167127) partners with Itambira Island Seeds of Hope to raise awareness and support.
The mission of Itambira Island Seeds of Hope is to provide the communities around Lake Bunyonyi with opportunities for learning with the aim of transforming their lives physically, economically and spiritually.
Itambira Island Welcomes Guests
Itambira Island offers a unique opportunity to stay on Lake Bunyonyi. Guests can book accommodation in treehouses, roundhouses or cottages which offer excellent lake views or are set peacefully among the trees. We offer en-suite bathrooms with private WC and shower in all guest accommodation. For families, our new Lantana treehouse sleeps up to 4. Groups are also well catered. Our adjoining cottages each sleep 2 guests with a generous shared balcony – the best place to watch the sun go down.
Day visitors are welcome to visit our facilities and restaurant – open all day for meals, snacks and drinks. Conferences and events are a speciality.
Please contact us for more information.
Telephone: +256778785624 / +256754942699
Email: info@bunyonyilake.com
Itambira Island is also home to the Seeds of Hope project.
