GEMS Development Foundation

GEMS Development Foundation The GEMS Development Foundation is passionate about growing hope and cultivating opportunities. That's 1 doctor for every 39,088 people.

The GEMS Development Foundation is a registered 501c3 non-profit that has been operating since 2011. We are passionate about growing hope and cultivating opportunities around the world. To date, we've raised over $2.5 million for returning refugee families in South Sudan. Goat Project:
We've donated over 17,000 goats to families so that they can replenish their herds. Nubian goats are specially b

red to thrive during both rainy and famine times in South Sudan. Their milk contains high amount of nutritious protein that is crucial in supplementing each families food supply. One goat can be the difference between starvation and survival and opens up a world of future economic sustainability as their herd grows. Medical Students:
South Sudan, a population of over 7 million, there are only 189 doctors in the country. We've sponsored 7 outstanding medical students from South Sudan to pursue their medical degrees so that they can bring back critical knowledge and resources to their country. Farm Project:
Much of the agricultural knowledge of the Dinka people has been lost due to illiteracy and civil war. In 2020, We employed 110 workers to build a 25 acre farm. The project took 10 months to dredge a d**e (preventing flooding), clear the land, disc the rows, plant the crops, and harvest. The Sorghum from this farm will provide food for thousands of people in the community. Well Project:
In the village of Majok Goi, children walk 3 hours to the Nile River, avoiding alligators, snakes, and hippos, just to collect water for their families. Not only is the trek dangerous, but this prevents them from going to school. In addition, the water from the Nile River is often contaminated, leading to giardia, amoebas, and parasites. Together we can empower the children in Majok Goi with the opportunity to spend their days gaining the education they need as they prepare to shape their nation's future. Each well costs $7,500 to build and serves 500 individuals!

We applaud the strength, determination and tenacity of girls in South Sudan who are embracing new educational opportunit...
10/14/2024

We applaud the strength, determination and tenacity of girls in South Sudan who are embracing new educational opportunities and creating a better future for themselves and their families. You can support a young girl studying at Angor Chuie Primary School with a donation to GEMS Development Foundation! Donate today: https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride

Larry's Village School ride continues for Angor Chuie Primary School! After raising enough funds for new benches and des...
07/20/2024

Larry's Village School ride continues for Angor Chuie Primary School! After raising enough funds for new benches and desks, along with textbooks, chalkboards, chalk and other school supplies, we are now marching towards our goal of building new classrooms for the classes who currently meet outside, with children sitting on the ground under trees. Every donation helps! Donate today at https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride.
From Larry:
"Riding through Yellowstone is an awesome experience, with such majestic mountains. We continue to meet other bike packers on the route, each with very interesting stories about their backgrounds. We camped out twice in the park.
My reasons for cycling are to help GEMS raise funds, the emotional reward of meeting people, the spiritual side of being grateful and connecting with God, and the physical benefits I get from cycling.

I met a cyclist names Tate Olson who is also doing the TransAmerica Bike Route. He is 20 years old and ended up going with us on the ride. Delightful young man from Ennis, Montana. We continue to see beautiful country!

Larry continues to make his way across the country, raising funds for the Angor Chuie Primary School in South Sudan! You...
07/19/2024

Larry continues to make his way across the country, raising funds for the Angor Chuie Primary School in South Sudan! You can donate to this project here: https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride.

"We stayed in a campground with thousands of mosquitoes. But the temperature dropped below 30 degrees that night, so we didn't see many mosquitoes the next morning! WIth a sleeping bag rated for 50 degrees it made for a cold night's sleep.

The valley is beautiful, and the 67 mile to Dillon was pleasant, especially with a tailwind. We met nine other cyclists doing the TA trail. One couple from France was about my age, and they were a delight to talk to. It's a joy to meet so many kind and interesting people, making our cycling journey more meaningful and rewarding.

We then stated at a hostel in Dillon that was started by a guy named Larry as a non profit organizaton to help cyclists have a place to stay and fix their bikes. What a wonderful place for a cyclist retreat!

Then we rode onto Ennis, MT and stayed at an RV park. Very beautiful country for cycling in Montana. As always we met friendly cyclists and other cool people along the way.

I've included some pictures of what we usually eat for lunch: corn tortillas with refried beans and sardines, and tortillas with peanut butter, honey and bananas. Our favorite meal for dinner would be at a Mexican restaurant when available "

Another update from Larry! "We rode 80 miles from Missoula, MT to Darby, MT. We visited Venture Cycling Association, wh...
07/18/2024

Another update from Larry!
"We rode 80 miles from Missoula, MT to Darby, MT. We visited Venture Cycling Association, who I used to get all my cycling maps and GPX info for my ride with GPS app. It was nice to put a name with a face.
Zach's chain fell off and created quite a mess, but otherwise Montana was such a beautiful place! We were pleasantly surprised to meet out Warm Showers host Seth True, who I met before cycling the TransAmerica route in East Kentucky last May. What a wonderful host he is! He made us salmon dinner with all the fixins.
We then rode from Darby to Wisdom. The valley is called Big Hole, and a fisherman and cyclist mentioned that fly fishing in the Big Hole River is Montana's best kept secret. He showed me a 23 inch brown trout!"
Show your support for Larry's Village School Ride with a donation to GEMS Development Foundation! Every dollar raised provides better educational opportunities for the children at Angor Chuie Primary School in South Sudan.
Donate today https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride

Getting caught up on the last 2 weeks of Larry Chatterley's Village School Ride! Here are some highlights from earlier t...
07/18/2024

Getting caught up on the last 2 weeks of Larry Chatterley's Village School Ride!
Here are some highlights from earlier this month!
"Biked 66 miles from River Lodge in Lowell to Lochsa Lodge. Rode next to the Lochsa River all day. We met Peter from Malaysia, who is cycling around the world. Then rode to Lolo Hot Springs and took a break to soak in the 105 degree water. Afterward, headed onto Missoula, MT, and stayed with another Warm Shower's host, Bryce, an avid cyclist and rock climber."

Join Larry in making a difference to the students of Angor Chuie Primary School in South Sudan! Donate today at https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride. #

"In America, we often take for granted the vast educational opportunities available to us. From well-equipped classrooms...
07/03/2024

"In America, we often take for granted the vast educational opportunities available to us. From well-equipped classrooms to dedicated teachers, our access to quality education is a privilege that millions around the world can only dream of.

As I cycle across our great country, I'm reminded of the transformative power of education and how it shapes futures and communities. In South Sudan, countless children are eager to learn but lack the basic facilities and resources we often overlook. By supporting this cause, we can help build classrooms and provide these children with the opportunity to achieve their dreams.

Let's pay it forward and extend our blessings to those in need. Together, we can make a difference, one pedal at a time. Join me in this journey to create a brighter future for South Sudan. - Larry Chatterly, humanitarian cyclist
Donate today and help make a difference!
https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride

More updates from Larry! Donate to his efforts today at https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-scho...
07/02/2024

More updates from Larry! Donate to his efforts today at https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride

Thursday June 27th
After several challenging climbs we made it to Cambridge, Idaho! Over the last 8 days we've cycled 480 miles with 24,000 feet in elevation gain while packing an extra 60 lbs of gear and food.
Friday June 28th
Rode from Cambridge, Idaho to Meadows, ID. Stayed at Zims Hot Springs campground. We met 3 cyclists today traveling the TransAmerica Bike Route. Saw some old 1899 tractors in Council, ID. Enjoying the new contrast between my suntan knees and my white skin where I wear my compression socks.

Catching up with the Village School Ride! Larry and Zach Chatterley's herculean effort to bring attention to the needs o...
07/01/2024

Catching up with the Village School Ride! Larry and Zach Chatterley's herculean effort to bring attention to the needs of Angor Chuie Primary School is having an amazing impact! Donations can still be made at https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/angor-chuei-school-village-school-ride.

"On June 22nd, we cycled from Sisters, Oregon to Prineville, OR and stayed with another Warm Showers host. It was a wonderful experience with Marcel, Amne, and their 3 children. Everyone except the mom plays the violin and other instruments. They all also speak fluent French! They plated some really fun songs for us. Then, they introduced us to a French Canadian desserts, dipping pecans into homemade maple cream. I have to admit, the Warm Showers program hosts have been a very rewarding experience.

We also stayed in what the other cyclists called the best cyclist hostel in America. The town of Mitchell has a population of 126 people. The hostel is run by Jatel, and he drove 35 miles to give Zach the jersey he had accidentally left behind.

On Tuesday, June 25th we rode 70 miles with a 4,600-foot elevation gain. We stayed in Prairie City that night and enjoyed some good Mexican food. Mexican food is usually our go-to for dinner since it's rich in carbs. We've met many friendly people during our travels! "

Paid for by donations made to Larry Chatterley's Village school ride, local South Sudanese carpenters have been hard at ...
06/27/2024

Paid for by donations made to Larry Chatterley's Village school ride, local South Sudanese carpenters have been hard at work building handcrafted benches for the classrooms at Angor Chuie Primary School. Students who were previously studying on the ground will have a place to sit and do their schoolwork! A donation of $25 goes such a long way in South Sudan and can change the educational experience of a child who is clinging to hope for a better future. Donate today: https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/

From cycling through challenging terrains to spreading love and kindness, Larry Chatterley is a true inspiration for us ...
06/26/2024

From cycling through challenging terrains to spreading love and kindness, Larry Chatterley is a true inspiration for us all. Learn more his incredible journey and the impact he's making along the way at https://www.facebook.com/groups/villagewellride/
Larry and his nephew Zach are now on the second leg of their trip, heading east bound! Starting in Eugene, OR they traveled 54 miles along side the McKinzie river. Staying at a "warm showers" place along the route in the mountains with an awesome host, Brian. The weather has been beautiful to bike in this beautiful part of the country!

Meet one of the families who recently benefitted from our donated goat program! Abuk Akeen Bol is 45 years old and has 5...
06/26/2024

Meet one of the families who recently benefitted from our donated goat program! Abuk Akeen Bol is 45 years old and has 5 boys and 3 girls. The goat she received from GEMS will help her family have milk, meat and sustainable income.
Join us in making a difference by donating a goat today! https://www.gemsdevelopment.org/goats-project

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GEMS Development Foundation

GEMS Development Foundation was established to alleviate suffering in the developing world through education, medicine, and sustainable practices. GEMS accomplishes its mission by focusing on the following four primary program objectives.

Goats: GEMS provides goats and other livestock to people in the developing world to foster basic nutritional and economic sustainability, and educates farmers on sustainable care and husbandry practices. One goat opens a world of survival and allows a family to have the safety net to pursue education and micro-business. Neighbors can work together to start small local dairies, creating sustainable businesses and breaking the cycle of hunger and extreme poverty.

Education: GEMS provides educational support to people in the developing world through direct scholarships, support for computers and educational supplies, and teacher training. Educational focus will include journalism as well as home building in the developing world, small business education, and business development for women living in the developing world.

Medicine: GEMS provides support for medical education, research and the delivery of much-needed medical services and supplies in the developing world.