About Us

We are a community of
Youth for Youth

Empowering rural youth with digital skills to compete in the global digital economy, one student at a time.

Code and Smile Foundation Community
Our Story

Bridging the digital divide

The digital world is evolving rapidly. Tech skills are now vital for every job. While urban youth have access to digital skills, affordable internet, and electricity, these remain a luxury in rural areas.

At Code and Smile Foundation, we believe no one should be left behind. We advocate for equal opportunities for all youth in the digital economy, regardless of where they come from.

Founded in 2025 in Mpigi District, Uganda, we are on a mission to empower rural youth with the skills they need to thrive in the modern world.

Our Mission

To empower rural youth with digital skills that unlock opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and community development in the global digital economy.

Our Vision

A world where every young person, regardless of their location, has equal access to digital opportunities and can participate fully in the global digital economy.

Our Programs

Transforming lives through targeted programs

We run three flagship programs designed to reach different segments of rural youth.

The Untapped Village Project
Flagship Program

The Untapped Village Project

Skills out-of-school youth in highly sought-after digital skills. This intensive program provides comprehensive training in web development, digital marketing, graphics design, and project management, preparing young people for employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in the digital economy.

Web DevelopmentDigital MarketingGraphics Design
Holiday Program

The Ignite Program

Provides holiday makers - the next generation of digital changemakers - with digital literacy. During school breaks, young learners engage in fun, interactive sessions that build foundational digital skills, coding basics, and creative problem-solving abilities.

Digital LiteracyCoding BasicsCreative Tech
The Ignite Program
School Outreaches Project
Mobile Learning

School Outreaches Project

Makes school outreaches to bring digital education directly to rural schools. Through our mobile computer laboratories, we travel to partner schools, providing students with access to computers, internet, and hands-on digital skills training without requiring expensive infrastructure investments.

Mobile LabsSchool PartnershipsBasic Computing
Our Team Values

We SMILE together

Our core values guide everything we do at Code and Smile Foundation.

S

Synergize Together

We rise, fall and rise again together.

M

Maverick Dreams

We dare to dream audaciously – even those that seem impossible.

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Innovation

We believe in every idea, the newer the better!

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Limitless Potential

We believe in everyone's abilities.

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Embrace All

We leave no one behind.

Join us in making a difference

Whether you want to volunteer, donate, or partner with us, there are many ways to support our mission.