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Diamond Mine Academy Organization

Diamond Mine Academy empowers youth through education and mentorship, fostering personal growth and academic success. Their mission is to unlock potential and inspire a love for learning in underserved communities.

Update May 13, 2026In mid-February, everything changed.A devastating fire destroyed the safehouse in Nigeria where Stephen and members of his community were living, leaving them without shelter, food, or basic necessities.In that moment of crisis, someone stepped forward. For six weeks following the fire, she provided food, shelter, and support&mdash;helping them survive while they waited for a path forward.That support came in the form of an $800 loan. Today, Stephen is safe.The immediate crisis has passed.But now, we have an opportunity to do something just as important:👉 to make it right This is not just about repayment. It&rsquo;s about:<ul fr-original-style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-inline-start:48px;" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px; box-sizing: inherit;"><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">honoring generosity</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">standing in integrity</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">and completing what was started together</li></ul> Stephen and the community are now focused on rebuilding&mdash;not just physically, but sustainably. Creating:<ul fr-original-style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-inline-start:48px;" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px; box-sizing: inherit;"><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">stable housing</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">small business opportunities</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">long-term independence</li></ul> We are raising $800 to repay the loan that carried them through the most difficult moment. This is the first step. If this story speaks to you, we invite you to be part of it.Because this is what community looks like. Not just showing up in the crisis&mdash;But following through afterward. With gratitude,Kintu CowartExecutive DirectorDiamond Mine Academy

Update May 13, 2026In mid-February, everything changed.A devastating fire destroyed the safehouse in Nigeria where Stephen and members of his community were living, leaving them without shelter, food, or basic necessities.In that moment of crisis, someone stepped forward.For six weeks following the fire, she provided food, shelter, and support—helping them survive while they waited for a path forward.That support came in the form of an $800 loan.Today, Stephen is safe.The immediate crisis has passed.But now, we have an opportunity to do something just as important:👉 to make it rightThis is not just about repayment.It’s about:honoring generositystanding in integrityand completing what was started togetherStephen and the community are now focused on rebuilding—not just physically, but sustainably.Creating:stable housingsmall business opportunitieslong-term independenceWe are raising $800 to repay the loan that carried them through the most difficult moment.This is the first step.If this story speaks to you, we invite you to be part of it.Because this is what community looks like.Not just showing up in the crisis—But following through afterward.With gratitude,Kintu CowartExecutive DirectorDiamond Mine Academy

We’re Making It Right — A Story of Support, Resilience, and Integrity

Today we are asking our community to come together in compassion. Claude Ishimwe, a young leader connected to the Rainbow Football Rwanda community, passed away on March 13, 2026 at the age of 23. Claude was born on June 21, 2002 in the Democratic Republic of Congo and was living in Kigali, Rwanda.He was known by many as a kind and dedicated young man who cared deeply for his community and friends. Sadly, Claude passed away after being unable to receive the medical treatment he needed due to financial hardship. Now his friends and family are trying to give him a dignified burial, but they do not currently have the funds to cover the basic expenses for the burial and morgue fees.The burial will take place in: Rusororo, Kigali, Rwanda (near the military headquarters).Diamond Mine Academy is organizing this small campaign to raise $300 to help Claude&rsquo;s family and friends cover these essential costs. Even a small contribution can make a meaningful difference.Together we can ensure that Claude is laid to rest with dignity and respect. Thank you for standing with this community during a difficult time. With gratitude,Kintu Martin CowartExecutive Director Diamond Mine Academy

Today we are asking our community to come together in compassion.Claude Ishimwe, a young leader connected to the Rainbow Football Rwanda community, passed away on March 13, 2026 at the age of 23.Claude was born on June 21, 2002 in the Democratic Republic of Congo and was living in Kigali, Rwanda.He was known by many as a kind and dedicated young man who cared deeply for his community and friends.Sadly, Claude passed away after being unable to receive the medical treatment he needed due to financial hardship.Now his friends and family are trying to give him a dignified burial, but they do not currently have the funds to cover the basic expenses for the burial and morgue fees.The burial will take place in:Rusororo, Kigali, Rwanda (near the military headquarters).Diamond Mine Academy is organizing this small campaign to raise $300 to help Claude’s family and friends cover these essential costs.Even a small contribution can make a meaningful difference.Together we can ensure that Claude is laid to rest with dignity and respect.Thank you for standing with this community during a difficult time.With gratitude,Kintu Martin CowartExecutive Director Diamond Mine Academy

Help Us Honor Claude Ishimwe With a Dignified Burial

A small group. A real challenge. And a chance to help. For the past three years, I&rsquo;ve been working closely with a small group of East African refugees navigating the resettlement process. These are real people I speak with every day&mdash;people doing everything they can to stay safe and move forward. And it became even more challenging when Donald Trump was elected president. Since then, cuts to humanitarian funding and tighter immigration restrictions have made an already difficult process even harder&mdash;especially for members of the trans community and others already at risk. While countries like Canada have stepped in to help with resettlement, the day-to-day reality is still incredibly difficult. The needs are simple&mdash;but essential:<ul fr-original-style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-inline-start:48px;" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px; box-sizing: inherit;"><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">Food</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">Clean water</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">Basic medical care</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">Transportation to interviews and appointments</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">Safe shelter</li></ul>These are not luxuries. They are what make it possible for people to stay safe and continue moving forward. 💡 Our Goal Our goal is to raise $12,000&mdash;enough to provide one full year of basic support for this small group as they move through the resettlement process.That breaks down to about $1,000 per month to cover these essential needs. ❤️ How You Can Help If this speaks to you, I invite you to support in whatever way feels right:<ul fr-original-style="margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-inline-start:48px;" style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px; box-sizing: inherit;"><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">$25/month</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">$50/month</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">$100/month</li><li dir="ltr" fr-original-style="list-style-type:disc;font-size:13pt;font-family:Judson,serif;color:#000000;background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;" style="list-style-type: disc; font-size: 13pt; font-family: Judson, serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre; box-sizing: inherit;">or a one-time contribution</li></ul>Every dollar goes directly toward meeting these basic, life-sustaining needs. 🤝 A Personal Note My name is Kintu, founder of Diamond Mine Academy.I&rsquo;m in direct communication with this group every day, and I&rsquo;ve created a short video above to share what&rsquo;s happening and how we&rsquo;re responding&mdash;while keeping everyone safe and protected. Thank you for taking the time to be here&mdash;and for caring.

A small group. A real challenge. And a chance to help.For the past three years, I’ve been working closely with a small group of East African refugees navigating the resettlement process.These are real people I speak with every day—people doing everything they can to stay safe and move forward.And it became even more challenging when Donald Trump was elected president. Since then, cuts to humanitarian funding and tighter immigration restrictions have made an already difficult process even harder—especially for members of the trans community and others already at risk.While countries like Canada have stepped in to help with resettlement, the day-to-day reality is still incredibly difficult.The needs are simple—but essential:FoodClean waterBasic medical careTransportation to interviews and appointmentsSafe shelterThese are not luxuries. They are what make it possible for people to stay safe and continue moving forward.💡 Our GoalOur goal is to raise $12,000—enough to provide one full year of basic support for this small group as they move through the resettlement process.That breaks down to about $1,000 per month to cover these essential needs.❤️ How You Can HelpIf this speaks to you, I invite you to support in whatever way feels right:$25/month$50/month$100/monthor a one-time contributionEvery dollar goes directly toward meeting these basic, life-sustaining needs.🤝 A Personal NoteMy name is Kintu, founder of Diamond Mine Academy.I’m in direct communication with this group every day, and I’ve created a short video above to share what’s happening and how we’re responding—while keeping everyone safe and protected.Thank you for taking the time to be here—and for caring.

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We’re Making It Right — A Story of Support, Resilience, and Integrity

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Help Us Honor Claude Ishimwe With a Dignified Burial

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A Small Group. A Real Challenge. A Chance to Help

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