What if every child had a book?
A book may be small enough to fit into a child’s hands and yet it gives access to a world
Education
Education
When childhood has to wait
For some Ugandan teenagers, the school holiday is not a break. It is an opportunity to earn enough money to
Education
Taking Teacher Support into the Classroom
Good literacy outcomes begin with teachers who have the knowledge, confidence and support to help children learn. Earlier this year,
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Career Day Inspires Learners to Think Beyond the Conventional
For many children, the question “What do you want to be when you grow up?” often comes with a familiar
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Road Safety Training Empowers Merowa Pupils to Stay Safe on the Road
For many children, walking to and from school is part of everyday life. But every journey comes with risks, crossing
4040 Connect
Beyond Volunteering: Why we talked about money
What happens when an organisation that asks young people to give their time also creates space to invest in them?
Thankful Thursday
What Thankful Thursday taught us about the power of community
Sometimes, the most meaningful thing we can do is pause and appreciate the people around us. We often celebrate achievements,
Thankful Thursday
4040’s Thankful Thursday Returns to Celebrate the People Who Show Up for Us
40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040), in partnership with Endiro Coffee, is set to host another edition of Thankful
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4040 celebrates 14 years with colorful Easter ceremony with the kids
The Angaza Resource Centre in Kibuli came alive with laughter, color, and celebration as 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation
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4040 Onboards 50 New Volunteers for the 2026/2027 Cohort
By Pamela Nabwire and Alex Mudekereza Every year, 40 Days Over 40 Smiles Foundation (4040) recruits, trains, mentors, and works