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Virgin London Marathon fundraiser

Virgin London Marathon fundraiser

On October 3rd 2021 I will be running the London Marathon to raise funds for Amigos Worldwide. I am delighted to be supporting this charity and to help raise its profile even further. Training is already underway and I will post updates from time to time. Read more

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Published: 4th March, 2021

Updated: 5th March, 2021

Author: phil norris

Location: 17 belvedere gardens, Basingstoke, Rg24 8GB

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Apple iPhone anyone?

Apple iPhone anyone?

One man's story of being reminded of what he held in his hands, enabling wealth beyond measure! Read more

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Published: 25th February, 2021

Updated: 26th February, 2021

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Father Christmas visits Northern Uganda

Father Christmas visits Northern Uganda

Read what happens when Christmas hits northern Uganda! Read more

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Published: 12th February, 2021

Updated: 26th February, 2021

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A glimpse of Kira Farm

A glimpse of Kira Farm

Joshua, our Kira Farm manager, provides a glimpse into the first weeks for this year’s Kira trainees. Read more

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Published: 3rd February, 2021

Updated: 23rd February, 2021

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2021 latest news

2021 latest news

We're pleased to announce that from January 2021 all our programmes are up and running, after the disruption the global Covid-19 pandemic brought in 2020. Read more

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Published: 20th January, 2021

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Frightened to Farm

Frightened to Farm

Nancy faced abject poverty and and trauma daily. After the withdrawal of food and medical support from her IDP camp and explosives scattered in the farmlands, her family were desperate. After a year at Kira Farm, Nancy has transformed the lives of not just her family but her community too. Read more

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Published: 5th November, 2020

Updated: 15th January, 2021

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Free At Last

Free At Last

"I was ignorantly sitting on gold." How child sponsorship gave single-father Fred the skills he needed to use his land to break his family free from a cycle of poverty. Read more

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Published: 13th October, 2020

Updated: 15th January, 2021

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Blessings even in a pandemic!

Blessings even in a pandemic!

"I have never seen the village mango trees with so much fruit on them. We have all been overwhelmed with mangoes just when we need food the most." Read more

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Published: 10th September, 2020

Updated: 15th January, 2021

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Run The Virgin London Marathon 2021 For Amigos!

Run The Virgin London Marathon 2021 For Amigos!

We are delighted to have a charity place for VLM 2021! Find out how you can be in with a chance to join this incredible event and change lives while you are at it! Read more

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Published: 28th July, 2020

Updated: 15th January, 2021

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An update on Covid

An update on Covid

The Covid-19 pandemic has affected people around the globe, in ways that many could not even have imagine. Read more

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Published: 14th July, 2020

Updated: 20th January, 2021

Comments: 1

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Girls Deserve an Education. Period.

Girls Deserve an Education. Period.

Nobody likes talking about periods, but for half of the world’s adult population, they are an unavoidable fact. Amigos Menstrual Hygiene Management Programme will help to get girls in school, all month long. Read more

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Published: 15th June, 2020

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What A Difference A Tree Makes

What A Difference A Tree Makes

We tend to take trees for granted, but they are a central part of life as we know it. Find out why trees are so important to our lives. Read more

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Published: 8th June, 2020

Updated: 30th November, 2020

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Light Up Your Life With LuminAID

Light Up Your Life With LuminAID

Light up your life (and a Ugandan one) with a LuminAID - the inflatable, solar-powered lamp that will change lives. Read more

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Published: 1st June, 2020

Updated: 3rd June, 2020

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2.6 Challenge - be a home hero!

2.6 Challenge - be a home hero!

You don't have to leave the house to be a hero! Read more

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Published: 21st April, 2020

Updated: 7th September, 2020

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Transforming Lives With Unwanted Tools

Transforming Lives With Unwanted Tools

Following the success of 2019's tool amnesty, Amigos and RGB Building supplies hope to transform even more lives with this year's appeal. Read more

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Published: 22nd January, 2020

Updated: 30th October, 2020

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Double rainbows and loco loco!

Double rainbows and loco loco!

In October I joined a Supporters group visiting Amigos' projects in Uganda. It was emotional, uplifting, and soul-affirming! Read more

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Published: 30th November, 2018

Updated: 14th December, 2018

Author: Phil Pugsley

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Why I fundraised for a borehole!

Why I fundraised for a borehole!

Ever since I can remember I've always wanted to help people in need, but I didn't know how 'little me' could make a difference. Read more

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Published: 10th October, 2018

Updated: 15th October, 2018

Author: Rachel Lewis

Comments: 1

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South Molton Primary School Raises funds for Amigos

South Molton Primary School Raises funds for Amigos

South Molton United C of E Primary School has raised an incredible amount for Amigos through a sponsored run. Read more

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Published: 12th July, 2018

Updated: 11th November, 2020

Author: Rachel Lewis

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    Virgin London Marathon fundraiser

    On October 3rd 2021 I will be running the London Marathon to raise funds for Amigos Worldwide. I am delighted to be supporting this charity and to help raise its profile even further. Training is already underway and I will post updates from time to time.

  • Apple iPhone anyone?

    Apple iPhone anyone?

    One man's story of being reminded of what he held in his hands, enabling wealth beyond measure!

  • Father Christmas visits Northern Uganda

    Father Christmas visits Northern Uganda

    Read what happens when Christmas hits northern Uganda!

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    A glimpse of Kira Farm

    Joshua, our Kira Farm manager, provides a glimpse into the first weeks for this year’s Kira trainees.

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    Why we exist

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Annual Report, Accounts & Policies

Annual Report, Accounts & Policies

Amigos Annual Reviews, Annual Accounts and a number of our Policies. For those of you who would like to dig a little deeper. Read more

Published: 29th March, 2018

Updated: 15th November, 2020

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Kira Farm T-shirt

Kira Farm T-shirt

Our new Kira Farm T-shirts are both comfortable and stylish. Complete with a small logo on the back left hand side, you can share our brand wherever you go! Read more

Published: 27th January, 2020

Updated: 5th June, 2020

Author: Phil Pugsley

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Buy a LuminAID

Buy a LuminAID

The LuminAID Packlite Nova USB is a great quality, inflatable solar lantern. Promising high performance wherever you go, the LuminAID is a perfect gift for any adult or child! Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2020

Author: Phil Pugsley

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How NOT to Start A Charity

How NOT to Start A Charity

In writing this book, I would love to inspire hope in those who think that they can't achieve anything. Disclaimer it helps to be naive, nuts and full of faith Read more

Published: 12th October, 2020

Updated: 11th November, 2020

Author: Phil Pugsley

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