Pr. Deus Kasaati Kananura is the visionary founder and Chairman of Glorious Future Foundation. He serves as the Senior Pastor of Glory of Christ Word of Truth Church in Matuga, Ssanga Buwoonzi. Married to Kelen Kananura and blessed with nine biological children, Pr. Deus is deeply committed to empowering the less fortunate and transforming lives spiritually and physically.

Having grown up in a humble background marked by poverty and the loss of both parents at a young age, his personal journey shaped his compassion for vulnerable children. After being adopted and raised in a household with many needy children, God called him into ministry, where he established a church that became a refuge for orphans and struggling families. This experience inspired the founding of Glorious Future Foundation, dedicated to ensuring that needy and orphaned children have hope, dignity, and a glorious future.

Kelen Kananura is the wife of Pr. Deus Kananura Kasaati. She also holds the role of pastor at Glory

of Christ Church. Her passion is primarily focused on two areas: spreading the gospel

through evangelism and door-to-door outreach, and caring for children. As a mother herself,

Kelen has a deep love for nurturing children, and her ministry within the church is centered

around providing care and support for the children in the Sunday school program. Her

strong dedication to supporting needy and vulnerable children played a significant role in

embracing and endorsing her husband Pr. Deus Kananura's idea of establishing an

organization aimed at helping such children.

Ankunda Sandra Benson is the Vice Chairperson of the Board of Directors at Glorious Future Foundation. She is a Ugandan mother of four whose faith journey and passion for service have driven her commitment to empowering women, orphans, and the elderly.

Since 2013, she has actively supported women’s empowerment and community advocacy. She played a key role in establishing the Foundation, driven by a vision to uplift vulnerable populations through compassion, care, and collective action.

Mark Mwesigye serves as the Executive Director of Glorious Future Foundation. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing and has held managerial roles in several reputable companies.

Raised in financial hardship, Mark worked during school breaks to support his education, a journey that instilled resilience and determination. His life experience and faith inspire his commitment to empowering underprivileged children and communities. Mark has served with GFF for over three years, driven by a passion for impact, sustainability, and growth

Edward Kakooza is the Financial Director of Glorious Future Foundation and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering from Uganda Technology and Management University (UTAMU). He previously served as a Data Quality and Process Assurance Coordinator at International Care Ministries (ICM), supporting programs for the ultra-poor.

Raised at the Good Samaritan Centre in Nansana, Edward’s life was shaped by the generosity of sponsors who enabled him to access education. This lived experience fuels his passion for giving back to vulnerable children. Married and a father of two sons, Edward brings integrity, accountability, and personal commitment to financial stewardship at GFF.

Ssemateeka Gideon is the Administrative Director of Glorious Future Foundation.

He holds a bachelor of Science in Economics from Makerere University and brings Skills in Accounting, Resource allocation and management, teaching and Communication.

A dedicated Evangelist and Mentor, Gideon previously worked as Manager for Bakozi Mazima Development Company which deals in Financial services, Mathematics and Economics Teacher at Flowerland Community Secondary School.

 Married with Two Daughters and he is driven by apassion for mentoring young people and guiding them towards a brighter, purpose filled future.

Ashaba John Bosco is a 27-year-old Ugandan entrepreneur and Information Technology student who serves as the Operations Manager at Glorious Future Foundation.

He is passionate about helping others and working to uplift communities through education, healthcare support, and acts of kindness. John Bosco believes in spreading love, happiness, and hope, and is committed to making a positive difference in people's lives.

Musabe Justus is a 25-year-old businessman from Uganda who holds a Certificate in Information Technology. He works with a bike company while also serving as the IT and Media Manager at Glorious Future Foundation.

Having grown up through a sponsorship program, Justus developed a deep passion for helping vulnerable children and families. His personal experiences inspired him to give back to the community. As one of the early pioneers of Glorious Future Foundation, he supported the organization from the very beginning, even using part of his small salary to provide clothing and support to children in need.

Justus has a strong love for children and is committed to using his skills in technology and media to support the foundation’s mission of helping vulnerable communities.

 Sam Serubide serves as a Manager at Bakozi Mazima Development Company and is a passionate supporter of community development and child welfare. He is among the early pioneers who played a key role in supporting Glorious Future Foundation through generous contributions, including donating mattresses to vulnerable children to improve their living conditions and well-being.

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Sam has remained actively involved on the ground, consistently working to ensure that children are nurtured, guided, and groomed into responsible and hopeful individuals. His love for children and commitment to supporting vulnerable communities continue to inspire positive change within the foundation and the wider community.

Through his compassion, leadership, and dedication to service, Serubide Sam continues to stand as a strong pillar in advancing the mission of empowering and transforming lives through care, support, and opportunity.

Jairus holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts and Social Science from Kyambogo University. Jairus is deeply passionate about serving those in need and possesses an inspiring personality, driven to make a positive impact through acts of charity, resourcefulness, loyalty, and integrity.

In her capacity as the Assistant Executive Director, Jairus now plays a key leadership role within the organization, supporting overall executive management, strategic decision-making, and coordination of organizational activities. She also continues to contribute to financial oversight, including financial planning, analysis, internal and external financial reporting, and supporting operations aimed at fostering the organization’s financial growth.

Prior to joining GFF, Jairus served as an Administrative Finance Assistant at Rukungiri Orphans and Vulnerable Children, where she provided guidance and leadership in their annual planning processes and the development of multi-year financial and operational strategic plans.

Kobutesi Immaculate serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors at Glorious Future Foundation.

She is married and blessed with three wonderful children. With over 15 years of banking experience in loan management, accounting (CPA), and business administration (BCom), She serve as Secretary of the Board of Directors at Glorious Future Foundation. I am passionate about breaking cycles of poverty and unlocking the potential of vulnerable children and orphans.

She helps guide programs that restore hope, provide education, and empower communities. Committed to fostering sustainable impact and creating brighter futures, playing a key role in ensuring the Foundation’s initiatives are effective, accountable, and transformative.

Agnes Kenyangi is a results-driven Program Coordinator with over 15 years of experience in banking operations and program coordination. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from Makerere University and brings strong expertise in governance, planning, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

Having been orphaned during her upbringing and supported through education by others, Agnes brings deep empathy and commitment to serving vulnerable children. Her lived experience informs her dedication to delivering effective, compliant, and impactful programs that restore dignity and hope.