Furnished School Library

The Bumpe High School library was rebuilt and stocked with essential reference sources. 

Challenge:

  • Bumpe High School was occupied by rebels during part of the Civil War-1992-2002)
  • Rebels burned everything flammable including wood furniture and books essential to student research.

Solution:

  • Foundation partnered with U.S. sources to purchase locally made furniture and the Lemon-Aid Fund supplied books for a renovated school library in 2006??. Additional support for expansion of the collection came from Oprah's Angel Fund.

Impact:

  • The library was a key component of the reconstruction of Bumpe High School and was essential for reopening of the school.
  • Thousands of students will complete secondary education using these resources.