Building Hope Project began in 2012 with a single visit to Kiira Primary School in Jinja, Uganda. That visit sparked a realization: too many students were being forced out of school because of barriers like school fees, hunger, or a lack of supplies—not a lack of talent or potential.

Initially mobilized by David Curtiss and a small group of supporters in the U.S., BHP began sponsoring students to ensure they could complete primary school with full support—covering tuition, uniforms, meals, and school materials. But this was never meant to be just about sending money. From the beginning, BHP was grounded in the belief that real impact is community-led.

Over time, David stepped back to support the growth of a fully Ugandan field team that could lead with cultural expertise and local vision. BHP evolved into a model that champions education as a right, leadership as a responsibility, and youth as the drivers of change.

Since its founding, BHP has delivered transformative programming—developing a robust leadership curriculum, launching economic empowerment efforts like the Seed of Hope Cooperative, and building a growing alumni network that is shaping Uganda’s future—impacting over 5,000 youth across the country.