Love Restoration (LR) is a community-based nonprofit dedicated to bringing hope, dignity, and opportunity to the less privileged. Our philosophy is rooted in the words of 1 Corinthians 13:13: “the greatest of these is love.” We believe love has the power to transform lives, and we express that love by empowering communities to care for their children.
Through practical social services, education, and empowerment programs, LR creates opportunities for children to thrive and for families to build a brighter future. At the heart of our work is a simple conviction: if love were fully lived out, our world would be free of corruption, wars, hatred, and selfishness. Instead, it would be marked by compassion, selflessness, and a genuine care for one another.
Why Love Restoration?
Growing up in a country where tomorrow is uncertain and adversity is a daily reality can make childhood incredibly hard. Many children live each day surrounded by struggle and despair—yet all it takes is one act of love and compassion to spark hope.
As our founder, Gilbert Mfitundinda, shares:
“Over time, I have learned what love truly means, and my dream is to see its seeds spread far and wide.”
Mission Statement
To provide education, healthcare, and nutrition to underprivileged children ages 3–16 in Kisoro, Southwestern Uganda, through partnerships with individuals, businesses, churches, and community leaders.
Vision Statement
To see communities empowered to care for and uplift deprived children.
Core Values
-
Discipleship – Sharing the good news of Jesus Christ and nurturing believers (Matthew 28:18-20).
-
Innovation – Embracing new ideas and challenging the status quo (Genesis 1:1–31).
-
Love – Living out Christ’s command to love as He loves, by serving the less privileged (1 Corinthians 13:1-13).
-
Community – Believing in the power and potential of people working together (Romans 12:4–5.
-
Family – Strengthening families and nurturing relationships (Ephesians 1:5).