Project Overview

This proposal outlines a plan to establish a poultry farm with a capacity of 200 hens specifically for egg production. The initiative aims to provide daily nutritious meals for 116 orphans, reduce reliance on external food sources, and promote self-sufficiency by ensuring a sustainable source of protein, crucial for the children’s growth and development.

Project Objectives

1. Nutritional Support: Provide a steady supply of eggs to meet the essential dietary needs of the orphans.

2. Self-sufficiency: Reduce dependence on food donations by establishing a sustainable farm.

3. Skill Development: Train staff and older children in poultry farming to build self-reliance and transferable skills.

Revised Project Components & Budget Estimation (For 200 Birds)

1. Temporary Housing for Birds

Materials Required:

Iron sheets: 40 pieces @ 27,000 UGX each
Total = 1,080,000 UGX

Poles: 100 pieces @ 10,000 UGX each
Total = 1,000,000 UGX

Nails and Rubber Washers
Total = 470,000 UGX

Labor
Total = 500,000 UGX

Subtotal (Temporary Housing) = 3,050,000 UGX

2. Initial Bird Purchase (200 Layers)

Approximate cost per bird: 10,000 UGX
Total = 2,000,000 UGX

3. Feed & Supplements (First 3 Months)

Estimated feed cost per bird: 2,000 UGX/week
Total cost for 200 birds for 3 months (12 weeks):
Total = 4,800,000 UGX

4. Water System & Equipment

Drinkers and feeders
Total = 300,000 UGX

5. Vaccination & Health Maintenance

Total = 200,000 UGX

6. Miscellaneous & Contingency

Total = 200,000 UGX

7. Transportation of Items and Feeding for One Week

Total = 150,000 UGX

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Total Project Cost: 10,700,000 UGX

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Expected Outcomes

1. Daily egg production to meet the nutritional needs of 116 orphans.

2. Enhanced self-sustainability, reducing dependence on food donations.

3. Lower operational food costs, contributing to long-term financial stability for the orphanage.

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Conclusion

This revised poultry farm project offers a practical and sustainable solution to address the orphanage’s nutritional requirements while fostering independence. By scaling to 200 birds, the budget aligns with current resources while maintaining impactful outcomes.

Funding Required: 10,700,000 UGX