About Vast Grace Missions
15 years of reaching the unreached and discipling one at a time across Uganda and South Sudan.
Who We Are
Vast Grace Missions (VGM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to meeting, serving, and solving various spiritual and social issues in Uganda and South Sudan since its establishment in 2010. With a focus on Church Planting, Community Transformation, and Social Development, VGM aims to bring holistic transformation to individuals and their communities.
Over the past 15 years, VGM has grown from a small grassroots ministry into a multi-faceted mission organization. By the grace of God, we are committed to proclaiming the Gospel and reaching unreached communities. Today, we have planted 160 churches, distributed over 15,000 Bibles, drilled 16 boreholes providing clean water, and equipped 17 church planters with motorcycles.
Our Vision
To add value to the great commission by planting discipleship-based churches among the unreached and unchurched people groups.
Our Mission
Doing evangelism inter-woven in discipleship efforts.
Our Core Values
Gospel-Centered
Everything we do is rooted in the truth of God's Word and the saving power of Jesus Christ.
Compassion-Driven
We demonstrate Christ's love through practical action that addresses real needs in real communities.
Locally Led
Our programs are led by Ugandan and South Sudanese leaders who understand their communities best.
Holistic Ministry
We address spiritual, social, and economic needs — ministering to the whole person as Christ intended.
15 Years of Ministry
Vast Grace Missions founded by Henry & Karen Kakooza
First church planted in Wakiso District
Education sponsorship program launched
Borehole drilling program begins
Special needs ministry established
50 churches planted milestone
Gold Youth Camps launched
COVID-19 community response and relief
100 churches planted; dairy farming program begins
Poultry and coffee projects launched
150 churches milestone; 15,000 Bibles distributed
160 churches; record salvations and baptisms
Gold Youth Camp targeting 1,000 teens
15
Years of Faithful Ministry
Life at VGM
A visual journey through the people, places, and programs that make up Vast Grace Missions.
Our Leadership Team
Henry Wynn Kakooza
Founder & General Director
Henry founded Vast Grace Missions in 2010 with a vision to reach the unreached communities of Uganda and South Sudan with the Gospel. His leadership has guided the organization from a small grassroots ministry to a multi-faceted mission reaching thousands through church planting, community transformation, and social development programs.
Karen Mirembe Kakooza
Director, Social Work, Women, Youth & Children
Karen co-founded VGM alongside Henry and leads the organization's compassionate ministries. Her heart for women, children, and youth drives programs like the Special Needs ministry and Gold Youth Camps. With a background in social work, Karen ensures that VGM's outreach addresses the whole person.
Ivan Kisakye
Director, Missions, Church Planting & Discipleship
Ivan oversees the church planting and discipleship arm of VGM. He has trained over 180 church planters and leads evangelism campaigns across Uganda and South Sudan.
Ashey Wandera
Director, Public Relations, Communications & Tech
Ashey manages VGM's public presence, communications strategy, and technology infrastructure. He ensures the mission's story reaches partners and supporters worldwide.
Joseph Owori
Central Region Coordinator & Overseer
Joseph coordinates VGM's activities in Uganda's central region, overseeing church health, pastor support, and community programs across multiple districts.
Pastor Samuel Okello
Northern Region Coordinator
Samuel leads VGM's efforts in Northern Uganda and South Sudan, overseeing church plants and community programs in some of the most challenging mission fields.
Pastor Ruth Nalubega
Women's Ministry Coordinator
Ruth leads VGM's women's ministry across all church plants, providing discipleship, mentorship, and practical skills training.
Agnes Namuwonge
Special Needs Program Coordinator
Agnes coordinates VGM's Special Needs ministry, organizing outreach events, managing caregiver training, and ensuring that children with disabilities receive the support they need.
Peter Muwanguzi
Youth Camp Director
Peter directs VGM's Gold Youth Camps, planning and executing camps that have impacted over 850 young people.
Dr. James Kintu
Board Chairman
Dr. Kintu serves as Chairman of the VGM Board, providing governance, accountability, and strategic direction. With decades of leadership experience in both ministry and business, he ensures VGM operates with integrity and excellence.
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