Christian nonprofit serving orphaned and refugee children in Mbarara, Uganda
Good Samaritans is a Christian, nonprofit organization dedicated to caring for orphaned and vulnerable children, especially children from the Democratic Republic of Congo who are living as refugees in Uganda.
Good Samaritans was founded in 2014 by Bishop Nelson Karegeya in Mbarara, Uganda, under the umbrella of the Vision of Jesus Pentecostal Church.
The ministry started small—with just five orphans supported through the sacrificial giving of local church members. Over time, as more children in need came to their doors, Good Samaritans grew to host and support 18 orphans, most of them at primary school age.
Today, Bishop Karegeya is based in Canada, continuing to lead and mobilize support through Christian communities in Ottawa, Ontario and Montreal, Quebec, while the core work with children continues in Mbarara, Uganda.
The principles that guide our mission
Christ is at the center of everything we do.
Every child is seen, known, and valued.
We care for body, mind, and spirit.
We steward resources transparently and responsibly.
We work with families, churches, and local leaders.
To see orphans from different families become educated, skilled, and inspired by faith and hope, growing into a transformational force in their communities.
We envision a future where children once abandoned or displaced are now leaders, peacemakers, and servant-hearted Christians shaping their societies.
To provide orphaned and vulnerable children with:
Dedicated leaders serving with passion and integrity
President & Founder
(613) 793-5646
nelson@goodsamaritans.org
Director - Canada
(819) 319-6435
edwards@goodsamaritans.org
Director - USA
juliusirakoze@gmail.com