Community-based organization in Uganda

Trusny Medical Foundation

Improving health, livelihoods, and well-being for young people, elderly people, refugees, people with disabilities, and disadvantaged communities across Kampala, Wakiso, and Mukono.

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Community engagement meeting with Trusny Medical Foundation

Youth and community members attending a training session

Urban farming community learning session

Community Engagements Health education and community dialogue

Community-based organization

Operating Areas: Kampala, Wakiso & Mukono

Community Engagements

TMF works with people where care, learning, and livelihoods happen.

Community meeting with red and white balloons — Community health dialogue

Community outreach worker on a motorcycle — Field outreach movement

Community follow-up support beside a motorcycle — Client follow-up support

TMF team and partners gathered together — Partner collaboration

Training session with community members seated — Youth and skills training

Speaker holding microphone during a community conversation — Leadership conversations

Community engagement meeting at tables — Community planning

Community engagement discussion at a table — One-to-one engagement

Who We Are

Transforming Lives Through Health, Empowerment, and Sustainable Community Development.

Trusny Medical Foundation is a community philanthropy-based organization dedicated to improving the health, livelihoods, and overall well-being of youth,refugee populations and elderly in disadvantaged communities of Uganda.

TMF responds to pressing health and economic challenges through practical services, training, and partnerships that help communities become healthier and more resilient.

Vision

Healthy, economically empowered, and self-reliant communities.

Youth,refugee populations and elderly people contributing to sustainable community development.

Mission

Empower people with knowledge, skills, and resources.

Helping youth, refugee populations and elders lead healthy, productive lives and strengthen community well-being.

Programs

Practical support where health, income, and dignity meet.

Trusny Medical Services Clinic

General medicine, community HIV care, HIV testing and counselling, and referrals to partner health facilities for care and management.

Makindye Lukuli

Capacity Building

Entrepreneurship training, business planning, market research, customer care, ethics, financial literacy, savings groups, and adult English classes.

Adults aged 18 to 60

Livelihood Skills

Training in urban farming, bakery, tailoring, media arts, carpentry, and shoemaking to support income creation and self-reliance.

Women, youth, refugees & local Ugandans

Women Lead Disability Programme

A women-with-disabilities-led leadership model advancing inclusion, empowerment, advocacy, and livelihood initiatives.

Kampala, Wakiso & Mukono

Community HIV Care

Bringing respectful HIV support closer to people at community level.

TMF supports people living with HIV through community-based care, testing and counselling, adherence support, follow-up, and referral to trusted partner health facilities for continued care and management.

HIV testing and counselling
Community follow-up and adherence support
Referrals for treatment, care, and clinical management
Health education for youth, elders, refugees, and local communities

Trusny Medical Foundation team and partners group photo — TMF leadership, partners, and community allies working together to strengthen local health and livelihoods.

Community members gathered at the TMF urban farming program — Community learning at the urban farming program, supporting food security, skills, and income creation.

Impact Focus

Building community resilience through services that can grow.

5,000+ Clients Supported Annually Providing mental health and psychosocial support services that promote well-being, resilience, and healthier communities.

Demonstration Farm A community demonstration farm that serves as a practical training center for sustainable agriculture, food production, climate-smart farming, and income-generating activities. The farm provides hands-on learning opportunities for youth, women, refugees, and community members while promoting food security, environmental conservation, and improved livelihoods. It also serves as a foundation for future expansion into livestock production, greenhouse cultivation, and vertical farming technologies.

20,000+ People Supported Annually Reaching communities through health, education, livelihoods, youth empowerment, refugee support, and sustainable development programs.

Values

The principles behind our service.

Empowerment Innovation Inclusivity Collaboration Sustainability Resilience Integrity Empathy Equity

Governance

Governance and Leadership Strong Leadership, Transparency, and Community Accountability

Trusny Medical Foundation (TMF) operates under a robust governance framework that promotes transparency, accountability, inclusion, and effective decision-making. Our leadership structure ensures that organizational resources are managed responsibly while remaining responsive to the needs of the communities we serve. TMF is governed through three key organs: General Assembly The General Assembly serves as the highest consultative body, providing strategic guidance and ensuring that the organization remains aligned with its mission, vision, and community priorities. Board of Directors The Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, policy oversight, governance, and accountability. The Board is composed of experienced professionals from diverse fields including public health, humanitarian response, organizational development, research, finance, and community development. Management Committee Led by the Chief Executive Officer, the Management Committee oversees the day-to-day implementation of programs, operations, partnerships, financial management, and organizational growth.

Board Chairperson: Dr.Musinguzi Denis
Vice Chairperson Board: Mr.Kamugisha Judi
Chief Executive Officer: Mr.Nkuwe Godfrey
Treasurer: Mrs.Akajo Beatrice
Chairperson Oganisation Development: Mrs.Nalubidde Joan
Head Communications: Mr. Asasira Melvin
Board Advisor, Programs: Dr. Balugi Jacqueline
Secretary / Executive Assistant: Mr.Kirabira Henry

Legal Status

Trusny Medical Foundation is a legally registered non-profit organization in Uganda and operates in compliance with national laws and regulatory requirements..

Registration No: 80034895686814

Partners & Donors

Baylor Foundation Uganda KCCA Health Services Makindye Division Keah Medical Services

Contact

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General Contact

Trusny Medical Foundation

0755 352 786 trusnymedicalfoundation@gmail.com

Plot 24, Nsereko LCI, Lukuli Road, Makindye Division, P.O Box 163991, Kampala, Uganda