Sole Hope

Tunga Penetrans, known as jiggers, are small sand fleas that burrow into the bare feet of thousands of Ugandan children who often live their lives without adequate footwear. Along with a misconception about the cause of jiggers, the results include infection, gangrene, loss of mobility and the occasional amputation and even death. Sole Hope is combating the jigger problem in Uganda in eight major districts.(1) Community clinics: every week Sole Hope transports a team of medical professionals, social workers, educators and volunteers to a clinic site where approximately 150 patients have their feet washed.