127 Partners
GEOFFREY
127 Partners
GEOFFREY
Geoffrey grew up an orphan in war-torn northern Uganda and today extends compassion and care to orphans at Acres of Hope, a children’s home and school in Nebbi, Uganda.
Welcome to Acres of Hope!
In 1995, Geoffrey attended a Bible college, and after finishing his courses, felt an increasing conviction to help those experiencing circumstances similar to his own difficult childhood. He bought a small, barren field in Nebbi with the dream of building a children’s home and school. People laughed at him and doubted that he would ever be able to accomplish this lofty goal with no financial support. Despite the opinions of others, Geoffrey knew that God cares for the vulnerable and that if it was God’s will, there would one day be a children’s home and school on this field.
Through God’s gracious provision of funds and partners, Geoffrey was able to buy more land and develop his dream for what is now Acres of Hope, a children’s home and school in Nebbi, Uganda. Today, Acres of Hope’s large plot of land boasts pod houses, school buildings and sustainable agricultural projects that provide for the children’s home and help stimulate the local economy.
Meet Geoffrey Odongo
Odongo Geoffrey Keronga was born at a tumultuous time in Uganda during the mid 1960’s. Growing up shortly after the country’s liberation from British rule was incredibly difficult for Geoffrey as his early life was riddled with trauma and oppression in the form of family scandals, abandonment, homelessness, and even attempted murder.
When Geoffrey was an early teenager he was homeless and lived along the Nile river where he would catch fish to survive. After a series of events that only God himself could master, Geoffrey found himself in the right place, at the right time and with the right people. He made the decision to follow the Lord one night after being asked to translate an evangelical video from English to his native language. His multilingual skills caught the attention of a missionary, who eventually sponsored the rest of his education. Geoffrey was able to finish high school and go on to attend Bible College.
During this time, Geoffrey felt a strong desire to help young people who faced similar circumstances. He wanted a better life for them and so he started fishing to help provide school supplies for local children to attend school. This school-supply ministry was the beginning of Acres of Hope before Geoffrey even knew it! Not long after finishing college he purchased a plot of land that is now the home of Acres of Hope Uganda. Today Geoffrey is the Director and a pastor, husband, and father.
127 Partner Grant Highlights
A piggery is coming in 2025!
We’re excited to announce our latest partner grant award for Acres of Hope: the construction of a new piggery! This project will empower widows and vulnerable families in the community by providing sustainable opportunities through agriculture.
A piggery isn’t new to Acres of Hope. Before the pandemic, a semi-permanent structure allowed families to learn how to raise pigs — equipping them with skills to provide both food for their tables and income for their households. Although the program was paused during the pandemic, Geoffrey has long envisioned reviving it because of its proven impact.
In March, construction began on a permanent piggery structure, marking a new chapter in this initiative. As food and income insecurity remain ongoing challenges in the community, this project is designed to offer practical solutions for families in need. The piggery will also offer sales to the community at large, which will provide additional income for Acres of Hope primary and secondary schools.
Aquaponics Project
Thanks to ongoing support through the 127 Partner Grant Program, this innovative project at Acres of Hope continues to thrive and expand each year.
Unique to the region, the project uses a system of six fish ponds, where fish are raised in rotation throughout the year. Clean water is continuously pumped into the ponds, while the nutrient-rich wastewater is repurposed to fertilize nearby gardens — allowing Acres of Hope to grow fresh vegetables year-round.
The fish and vegetables produced through this project help supplement the diets of more than 500 children attending Acres of Hope’s Primary and Secondary schools. This not only improves the children’s nutrition but also eases the financial strain of providing daily meals for so many.
At its core, this project is designed to move Acres of Hope toward long-term sustainability — and thanks to the commitment of their team and the generosity of our supporters, they are well on their way.
