July 2025 "Special Edition"

Jul 13

We’re excited to bring you this special edition of the Lasting Smiles Uganda newsletter, featuring two meaningful upcoming events where you can learn more about our mission and join us from near or far in launching our Home for Hope 2025 Campaign to raise $275,000.

Fellowship Evening in Osseo, MI

📅 Wednesday, August 13, 2025 | 6:30 PM

📍 2799 Lake Pleasant South Road, Osseo, MI 49266

👩‍💼 Hosted by Tami Gillingham

🎤 Featuring a personal message from Pastor & Founder Semei Ziva

Appetizers & refreshments provided
Enjoy an evening of connection, storytelling, and impact

This intimate gathering is a chance to learn about the mission of Lasting Smiles Uganda, hear updates from Pastor Semei in person, and discover how you can get involved in our Home For Hope 2025 Campaign with our goal to raise $275,000.

📞 RSVP to Tami Gillingham:

734-660-4537 | tamigillingham@gmail.com

Parties with a Purpose: A Night to Celebrate & Give Hope

You’re invited to join us for an unforgettable evening on Mackinac Island, Michigan

📅 Sunday, August 17, 2025

📍 The Inn at Stonecliffe | Mackinac Island, MI

🎶 Free concert at 4 PM with Grace West (The Voice Finalist)

🍽️ Five-course dinner & BOS Wine pairings at 6 PM

🎟️ Tickets: $225 | Limited seats available

🔗 Reserve Your Seat Here

This immersive evening honors Ugandan culture, the spirit of community, and the power of your generosity. All proceeds support the Home for Hope 2025 Campaign to build student dormitories for 100 boys and 100 girls in Kyajja, Uganda.

🏨 Planning to Stay on Mackinac Island?

Get 20% off your room at The Inn at Stonecliffe using promo code: PURPOSE

🔗 Book with Discount

Can’t Attend? You Can Still Give!

We know many of our partners are outside of Michigan or unable to attend. If that’s the case, you can still help us bring hope home!

Any donation helps us reach our $275,000 goal and provides a safe, supportive home for students in Uganda.

🔗 Give Now

🙏 Thank You for Being Part of This Mission

Whether you join us in person or give from afar, you are helping us create lasting smiles and a brighter future for the children of Kyajja.

Scholarship Program

Would you consider giving to our Secondary Student Scholarship Program?

🎯 Monthly Goal: $6,200

You can give a recurring or one-time donation. All scholarship donations directly help students cover tuition, classroom materials, transportation costs, and other essentials needed at the school.

🔗 Check out our Scholarship Page