OGT Maryland S. Sudan Shipment Unpacked by Recipients
Orphan Grain Train Maryland’s shipment to Bor, South Sudan arrived safely in the hands of Dr. Stephen Mathiang of Mission Gardens of Christ. This was a wonderful shipment of 264 solar lights, 15 bicycles, 60 boxes of rubber shoes and 90 boxes of blankets or quilts. In addition to school supplies. clothing and hygiene supplies, there were seven sewing machines accompanied with 46 boxes of fabric and sewing supplies. There were 118 pieces of medical equipment that included walkers, medical scales, commodes, infant warmers and canes. Thank you, OGT Maryland volunteers for gathering all of these items and sending them on their way to bless others.
The first three photos are of the arrival of the container in South Sudan.
The last two photos were taken in September of 2025 at OGT Maryland loading day.
Categories: Branch Updates, International Aid
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