Mercer on a Mission: Sponsored by Mercer University in Macon, Georgia
In 2013, U.S. citizen Jason Beaver had the privilege of meeting Simon and the Kisiizi orphans, students and volunteer teachers when he and the group he was with were invited to visit after a random meeting with Mr. Akatwijuka. Jason and several Mercer students were in Kisiizi working on projects to improve the water quality and sanitation in different areas. The orphanage and school is in a remote location accessible only by a long walk up the mountain. After his return home his wife Shaya created a gofundme account to help raise funds for the construction of the new school building. He requested an American flag that will fly next to the Ugandan flag at the school to symbolize his friendship and gratitude. Shaya Beaver says,"Simon is truly doing God's work. Anyone who wants to contact her or Jason is welcome to do so through her gofundme account at https://www.gofundme.com/zyd96z7g called Building Hope for the Kisiizi Orphans."