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# RAS

Rising Above the Storms

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [When gratitude becomes its own kind of miracle](https://risingabovethestorms.org/when-gratitude-becomes-its-own-kind-of-miracle/) - A mother sacrifices from her little means to show gratitude for how RAS helps her son
- [Behind the Classroom: The Hardships Our Students Carry Home](https://risingabovethestorms.org/behind-the-classroom-the-hardships-our-students-carry-home/) - Behind every child’s bright smile in the classroom is a story of hardship at home.
- [“There are no words to describe what you're doing in the life of these children.”  Alizee N.](https://risingabovethestorms.org/there-are-no-words-to-describe-what-youre-doing-in-the-life-of-these-children-alizee-last-name/) - A mentor to our rising students and one of Rwanda’s youngest female banking executives shares how RAS and its donors are transforming young lives.
- [From the Street Child Program to an Engineering Degree: Idrissa’s Journey](https://risingabovethestorms.org/from-the-street-child-program-to-an-engineering-degree-idrissas-journey/) - From life on the streets to earning an engineering degree, Idrissa’s journey shows the transformative power of hope, resilience, and the support of Rising Above the Storms.
- [Dignity Should Be a Right, Not a Privilege - Extending Compassion Beyond the Classroom](https://risingabovethestorms.org/dignity-should-be-a-right-not-a-privilege-extending-compassion-beyond-the-classroom/) - No child should have to choose between education and dignity—join us in providing the everyday essentials that help Rwandan students rise above the storm.
- [From Walking Barefoot to University: How RAS Helped Me Rise](https://risingabovethestorms.org/from-walking-barefoot-to-university-how-ras-helped-me-rise/) - From walking barefoot to studying at university, Fabrice’s story shows how hope, resilience, and Rising Above the Storms changed his future.
- [From Hardship to Hope: How RAS Helped Me Became a Top IT Student in Rwanda](https://risingabovethestorms.org/from-hardship-to-hope-how-ras-helped-me-became-a-top-it-student-in-rwanda/) - Despite facing financial hardship after her family lost everything, Honorine Irakoze persevered with the support of Rising Above the Storms, becoming Rwanda’s top high school student in Information Technology.
- [A Journey of Hope: Reflections of Our Time in Rwanda (2024 Holiday Season)](https://risingabovethestorms.org/a-journey-of-hope-reflections-of-our-time-in-rwanda-2024-holiday-season/) - Inspirational stories from students in our scholarship program at the RAS December annual retreat.
- [Divine’s Story of Resilience and Hope](https://risingabovethestorms.org/divines-story-of-resilience-and-hope/) - Divine's story is a reminder that sometimes poor performance could be a result of deep trouble in one's life...
- [Ripples that Change the World – Our Rwandan Experience](https://risingabovethestorms.org/ripples-that-change-the-world-our-rwandan-experience/) - One of our donors meets our staff and children in Rwanda this past summer. Learn about her insights and perspectives...
- [My journey to becoming more empathic & generous](https://risingabovethestorms.org/my-journey-to-becoming-more-empathic-generous/) - Getting to know Alphonsine, her family and RAS' street children has helped me develop compassion...
- [Lessons learned from life’s “ticking” moments](https://risingabovethestorms.org/lessons-learned-from-lifes-ticking-moments/) - Teaser
- [Empowering Vulnerable Communities: Rising Above the Storms (RAS) Partners with Westcon-Comstor Sub Saharan Africa](https://risingabovethestorms.org/empowering-vulnerable-communities-rising-above-the-storms-ras-partners-with-westcon-comstor-sub-saharan-africa/) - RAS partners with Comstor to empower vulnerable communities in Africa
- [7 of Our Children Are on their Way to the Rwanda National Soccer League](https://risingabovethestorms.org/7-of-our-children-are-on-their-way-to-the-rwanda-national-soccer-league/) - We are excited to announce that one of our two soccer teams earned a spot to play in the Rwanda Football Federation League, the national soccer league. The team will play in the league's newly established third division, which showcases the skills of lesser known yet promising teams. The League boasts three divisions with the
- [Bridging The Opportunity Gap: RAS Empowers Children From Low Income Families With Scholarships](https://risingabovethestorms.org/bridging-the-opportunity-gap-ras-empowers-children-from-low-income-families-with-scholarships/) - Scholarship opportunities are making great impact for low income students with high aptitude
- [Rising Above the Storms Reaches 500 Likes on Facebook](https://risingabovethestorms.org/rising-above-the-storms-reaches-500-likes-on-facebook/) - We’ve just reached 500 likes on our Facebook page! Thank you to everyone who has been with us during this journey
- [Idrissa Dusengimana: Our first college-bound RAS alum](https://risingabovethestorms.org/idrissa-dusengimana-our-first-college-bound-ras-alum/) - It is with great excitement that Rising Above the Storms announces its first high school graduate: Idrissa Dusengimana.
- [The Meaning of Love](https://risingabovethestorms.org/the-meaning-of-love/) - In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we at Rising Above the Storms want to share with you some of the things we love. We love the undying resilience the children show through their daily plight. We love how their progress continues to inspire and draw other lost children to the Center.
- [Something as Simple as a Plate of Food](https://risingabovethestorms.org/something-as-simple-as-a-plate-of-food/) - Many of our youth come from poor, single-parent households struggling with food security. Hunger is one of the main reasons why our youth drop out of school. Our youth end up in the streets in search of food, often begging and committing acts of desperation. How can a child hope to graduate high school when their basic needs aren’t even being met?
- [My name is Irangishatse](https://risingabovethestorms.org/my-name-is-irangishatse/) - I am part of the RAS and Amahoro Builders family. I am grateful for the person I have become.
- [My name is Assouman](https://risingabovethestorms.org/my-name-is-assouman/) - Before joining Rising Above the Storms, I was in a gang. But then I joined counseling sessions and I got off the streets and reunited with my family.
- [My name is Isaac](https://risingabovethestorms.org/my-name-is-isaac/) - The Center has helped me restore my faith in self. My mother is proud of me and my entire community can see the transformation I’ve made.
- [Success Story: Idrissa Dusengimana](https://risingabovethestorms.org/success-story-idrissa-dusengimana/) - As a child, life became difficult for Idrissa and his siblings when his parents separated. His mother was left with the children and did not have the resources to satisfy their basic needs. Feeling neglected and abused, Idrissa turned to a life on the streets, stealing food and only returning home late at night to
- [Success Story: Irumva Daniel](https://risingabovethestorms.org/success-story-irumva-daniel/) - Born to a teenage mother without the means to take care of him, Daniel was left as a baby to be raised by his grandmother.
- [Success Story: Andrew Mucyo](https://risingabovethestorms.org/success-story-andrew-mucyo/) - Born into a disorganized and conflicting family, Andrew faced domestic violence and poverty early in his life. This led him to drop out of school and join the street life.
- [Success Story: Abijuru Line](https://risingabovethestorms.org/success-story-abijuru-line/) - At Rising Above the Storms, we have seen our children impacted by family issues, violence, or even an identity crisis. Since the age of nine years old Abijuru Line, now 14, has come to our Center because of such factors.
- [Get to know our Executive Director and Founder, Alphonsine Anderson](https://risingabovethestorms.org/get-to-know-our-executive-director-and-founder-alphonsine-anderson/) - Last month, Alphonsine Anderson had two wonderful opportunities to share her story and the experiences that inspired her to create Rising Above the Storms.
- [Measuring Your Impact](https://risingabovethestorms.org/measuring-your-impact/) - Join our virtual letter campaign to submit words of encouragement or inspiration to give our kids hope during the pandemic.
- [Four Things I’ve Learned at Rising Above the Storms](https://risingabovethestorms.org/four-things-ive-learned-at-rising-above-the-storms/) - RAS staff member Fred Gatete shares the four life lessons he's learned working with Rising Above the Storms.
- [Everything You Need to Know About Rising Above the Storms](https://risingabovethestorms.org/everything-you-need-to-know-about-rising-above-the-storms/) - RAS staff member Alice on everything you need to know about Rising Above the Storms' current project in Rwanda.
- [An October Update on the Children](https://risingabovethestorms.org/an-october-update-on-the-children/) - COVID-19 has affected people all over the world in different aspects of their lives.
- [Sending a Virtual Letter](https://risingabovethestorms.org/sending-a-virtual-letter/) - Join our virtual letter campaign to submit words of encouragement or inspiration to give our kids hope during the pandemic.
- [September 2020: A letter from Amahoro Builders on the conditions of the Busanza Group during COVID-19](https://risingabovethestorms.org/september-2020-a-letter-from-amahoro-builders-on-the-conditions-of-the-busanza-group-during-covid-19/) - COVID-19 has been a challenge for everyone in their daily lives. In Rwanda, it has deeply affected our children and their families.
- [August 2020: A letter from Amahoro Builders on the conditions of the Gatenga Group during COVID-19](https://risingabovethestorms.org/august-2020-a-letter-from-amahoro-builders-on-the-conditions-of-the-gatenga-group-during-covid-19/) - COVID-19 has been a challenge for everyone in their daily lives. In Rwanda, it has deeply affected our children and their families.
- [Team Member Spotlight: Dieudonne Irakoze](https://risingabovethestorms.org/team-member-spotlight-dieudonne-irakoze/) - Dieudonne currently lives at the Center in Rwanda; he cooks, cleans and watches children who temporarily stay at the Center in between transitioning off the street and returning to their community.
- [Facing the coronavirus from inside the Center: Eric’s story](https://risingabovethestorms.org/facing-the-coronavirus-from-inside-the-center-erics-story/) - Eric is one of four kids who live at the Center, and who have stayed there throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Team Member Spotlight: Yvette Uyisabye](https://risingabovethestorms.org/team-member-spotlight-yvette-uyisabye/) - Born and raised in Rwanda, Yvette is an office administrator and councelor for Rising Above the Storms.
- [Facing the coronavirus from inside the Center: Saidi’s story](https://risingabovethestorms.org/facing-the-coronavirus-from-inside-the-center-saidis-story/) - Saidi is one of four kids who live at the Center, and who have stayed there throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Team Member Spotlight: Fred Gatete](https://risingabovethestorms.org/team-member-spotlight-fred-gatete/) - Fred joined Rising Above the Storms (RAS) Rwanda (via Peace Builders) in June 2017. He serves as an Accountant for the Center in Rwanda and Counselor for the children.
- [Facing the coronavirus from inside the Center: Ngabo’s story](https://risingabovethestorms.org/facing-the-coronavirus-from-inside-the-center-ngabos-story/) - Ngabo is one of four kids who live at the Center, and who have stayed there throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Team Member Spotlight: Alice Musabimana](https://risingabovethestorms.org/team-member-spotlight-alice-musabimana/) - Being healthy is the first human capital. There are no spare parts for the body.
- [June 2020: An Update On The Kids Living At The Center](https://risingabovethestorms.org/june-2020-an-update-on-the-kids-living-at-the-center/) - On March 14, 2020 the first cases of the coronavirus were identified in Rwanda. Like many other countries across the globe, the Rwandan government put measures in place to limit the spread of virus.
- [A great privilege, that I got to be named one of them!](https://risingabovethestorms.org/a-great-privilege-that-i-got-to-be-named-one-of-them/) - In 2018, Rising Above the Storms founder Alphonsine Anderson was selected as a Grand Prize Winner of The Bridge Awards, which included a VIP trip to the Global Citizen Festival in Johannesburg, South Africa.
- [Rising Above the Storms: a Name and a Personal Story!](https://risingabovethestorms.org/rising-above-the-storms-a-name-and-a-personal-story/) - Never in a million years have I ever thought that I would start a nonprofit, leave alone sharing personal, painful wounds of my past with strangers on the cyberspace, or in person for that matter.

## Pages

- [Home](https://risingabovethestorms.org/)
- [Annual Reports](https://risingabovethestorms.org/annual-reports/)
- [Rwanda Team](https://risingabovethestorms.org/rwanda-team/)
- [Board of Directors](https://risingabovethestorms.org/board-of-directors/)
- [US team](https://risingabovethestorms.org/us-team/)
- [Sponsor Child](https://risingabovethestorms.org/sponsor-child/)
- [What We Do](https://risingabovethestorms.org/what-we-do/)
- [Higher Learning](https://risingabovethestorms.org/higher-learning/)
- [Our impact](https://risingabovethestorms.org/our-impact/)
- [Our Founder's Story](https://risingabovethestorms.org/foundation-story/)
- [Our Partners](https://risingabovethestorms.org/our-partners/)
- [Donate](https://risingabovethestorms.org/donations/)
- [Scholarship](https://risingabovethestorms.org/scholarships/)
- [Street Children](https://risingabovethestorms.org/street-children/)
- [About Us](https://risingabovethestorms.org/about-us/)
- [Volunteer](https://risingabovethestorms.org/volunteer/)
- [Get Involved](https://risingabovethestorms.org/involved/)
- [Contact](https://risingabovethestorms.org/contact/)
- [Blog](https://risingabovethestorms.org/blog/)
- [Events](https://risingabovethestorms.org/events/)
- [Our Future](https://risingabovethestorms.org/our-future/)
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## Volunteer

- [Marketing Director](https://risingabovethestorms.org/volunteer/marketing-director/) - We’re looking for someone to lead our volunteer marketing team, comprised of professionals with full-time careers who enjoy giving back to our cause.
- [Community Outreach Director](https://risingabovethestorms.org/volunteer/opportunity-title-here-2/) - We’re looking for someone to lead our community outreach and partnership programs. You’ll join a team of professionals with full-time careers who enjoy giving back to our cause.
- [Finance Director](https://risingabovethestorms.org/volunteer/accountant/) - We’re looking for an accountant to join our volunteer organization, comprised of professionals with full-time careers who enjoy giving back to our cause.

## Events

- [Golf for a cause 2025](https://risingabovethestorms.org/events/golf-for-a-cause-2025-2/)
- [RAS Women's History Month](https://risingabovethestorms.org/events/ras-womens-history-month/)
- [Eat for a cause](https://risingabovethestorms.org/events/eat-for-a-cause/)
- [RAS giving tree 2023](https://risingabovethestorms.org/events/ras-giving-tree-2023/)
- [Walk to Rise 2024](https://risingabovethestorms.org/events/walk-to-rise-2024/)

## Categories

- [Stories](https://risingabovethestorms.org/category/stories/)
- [General Updates](https://risingabovethestorms.org/category/general-updates/)
- [Team Member Spotlights](https://risingabovethestorms.org/category/team-member-spotlights/)
- [What's New](https://risingabovethestorms.org/category/whats-new/)

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