Accomplishments

LBRSS has been building support for South Sudan in a steady and continuous manner. Over the past 6 years Lost Boys Rebuilding Southern Sudan has:


-Created a Board of Lost Boys and Americans. Together they established bylaws and procedures in order to become a legally recognized Not For Profit organization

-Met monthly and filed tax reports quarterly to be in compliance with Not For Profit regulations

-Presented the history of South Sudan and the need for education in South Sudan to over 50 schools and universities

-Applied for and received 501(3)(c) status from the United States Government in 2008

-Organized fundraising and educational events to benefit South Sudanese people, recruiting many volunteers and donors

-Created a power point presentation and board of Lost Boy speakers who have gained skills that equip them to tell the story of South Sudan in a professional and engaging manner

-Received recognition by the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Resolution no. 546, was passed to recognize Lost Boys Rebuilding Southern Sudan for their, “tireless efforts in raising awareness and working towards ending 21st century slavery in their homeland of Sudan and around the world.” (See photos here)

-Installed wells in Kangdier and in Malualkun

-Brought goats to widows in Kanajak, Kangdier, Lanager and Marial Baai so they could create a breeding program to support themselves

-Delivered farming tools to over 100 families in Kanajak

-Participated in the Clinton Global Initiative University three years in a row in order to access help for South Sudan

-Connected American and South Sudanese communities by organizing events with churches, businesses and schools

-Sought and received grants for brick making machines, hoes, chickens and goats from Hands of Hope

-CoHosted events for the Southern Sudanese community in Chicago to celebrate the successful election for independence and then the independence day on July 9th in Carol Stream

Testimonials

  • ~ Maine East High School

    "When we brought a couple of speakers from the Lost Boys Rebuilding Southern Sudan to our school several years ago, all teachers involved agreed it was beyond an educational experience. The gentlemen tell their stories with such passion and importance, making it evident to every listener that not only do they remember their past and live each day with it, but they will spend the rest of their lives making the situation in Sudan more promising.  Ultimately, they have taught our kids many lessons from the history of the war in Sudan and the current climate there, to life lessons about dedication, diligence, and determination. Now, year after year, we bring back these courageous young men to tell their stories and pass on authentic experiences to our youth. There is no better way to teach empathy than presenting students with the firsthand account of these gifted and generous young men. -Eric Coval, English"

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