About Us

Our Mission

Our mission is to serve God through educating children and adults, advancing community development through farming and tree planting, clean water, healthcare and evangelism while partnering with individuals and organizations, for the spiritual, social and economic transformation of the South Sudanese people.​

A Message From Our President

Dr. Donnie Brake

In 2005, SEA Partners launched the Boma Project—a Christ-centered initiative to bring both spiritual hope and practical support to the Murle tribal community in Boma, South Sudan.

We began by building a Christian school for children in grades K–8, laying a foundation for education where none existed. From there, our mission grew to include vital community development efforts focused on education, clean water, health, and food security.

Rooted in our desire to serve the Lord and share His love, God has continued to expand our reach. What began in Boma has grown to include transformative work in Omiling and Juba, where we now serve the Murle, Kachipo, Jie, and Ofrika tribes. Through our programs, we bring holistic support to some of the most underserved and remote communities in South Sudan.

We are humbled by the doors God has opened and invite you to explore this site to see how He is working across this region. May you be encouraged as you witness His faithfulness in South Sudan.

Where We Serve

Educate a Child

Join us in training future leaders of troubled nations by providing an education for children who have no other options

Share The Gospel

Join us in sharing the gospel
through church planting, Christian
education, and youth mentorship  

Make A Difference

Join us in developing food security, community health, and clean water programs to people in marginalized communities

Our History

In March 2004, a group of Sudanese evangelical church leaders came together with a shared vision—to begin the work of restoring their nation after more than two decades of devastating war. They believed that true healing and lasting hope for a “New Sudan” could only be found through Christ and His Church.

Later that year, Sudan Evangelical Alliance Partners (SEA Partners) was established as a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to put this vision into action. With a commitment to long-term transformation, SEA Partners launched five key initiatives: education, food security, clean water, community health, and evangelism.

Since beginning operations in Boma, South Sudan in 2005, SEA Partners has worked faithfully alongside local leaders and tribal communities to bring holistic, gospel-centered development to some of the country’s most remote and vulnerable areas.

Here is a brief summary of our history.

  • March 2005: Boma Project began.
  • January 2006: Faith Learning Center, a K-8 school was began teaching children in Upper Boma.
  • January 2006: The church in Upper Boma was planted in 2006 and met in one small classroom.
  • March 2011: A Demonstration Farm began training local farmers.
  • January 2014: First four girls taken to Kitale Kenya to continue their education.
  • February 2014: A solar-powered water well was built to provide clean water throughout the Upper Boma community.
  • August 2015: The Governor of Boma State, David YauYau gave SEA Partners 1000 acres of land to increase farming in Boma and granted us the land for a new airstrip in Upper Boma.
  • August 2016: Due to an increase in the tribal conflicts in Boma, ten more children were moved to Kitale to continue their education.
  • Farming for Peace, an extension of the demonstration farm began in 2017 and is ongoing.
  • August 2018: 13 students in Boma came to faith in Christ.
  • February 2019: Five Tractors were taken to Boma for the first time.
  • March 2019: 7 children accepted Christ and 12 students mentored in their faith in a program led by members of Harvest Community Church in Beaverton, Oregon.
  • September 2019: Phase 1 of the airstrip completed and was dedicated by the Governor of Boma State, David YauYau.
  • December 2019: SEA Partners began their support for the Wells of Joy project in the Lunga-Lunga slums of Nairobi, Kenya.
  • October 2021: A new chapter of hope began as SEA Partners planted a church in Omiling, South Sudan—just outside the city of Magwi. This church now serves as a spiritual and community hub, bringing the light of the gospel to a previously unreached area.
  • January 2022: A new Christian school was established in Omiling, providing children with access to education for the very first time. This school is a vital step in building a stronger future for the community through Christ-centered learning.
  • February 2024: A new Women’s Program was launched in Boma, empowering women through Bible study, prayer, and practical farming skills. This initiative strengthens both spiritual growth and self-sufficiency among women in the community.
  • August 2024: The school in Omiling experienced remarkable growth, expanding to serve 346 students in grades K–5. This milestone reflects the community’s deep desire for education and the ongoing impact of Christ-centered development.
  • February 2025: Following the success of the Boma initiative, SEA Partners launched a Women’s Program in Omiling. This ministry encourages and supports women through Bible study, prayer, and sustainable farming practices, helping them grow in both faith and daily life.

Your Gift Will…

  • Educate Children 51% 51%
  • Share The Gospel 5% 5%
  • Impact A Community 10% 10%

Board of Directors

Dr. Donnie Brake

Dr. Donnie Brake

President

Michael Harris

Michael Harris

Treasurer

Eric Schwanke

Eric Schwanke

Administrative Pastor and Board Advisor

John Weymer

John Weymer

Member

John Burch

John Burch

Member

Doug Vander Ark

Doug Vander Ark

Founding Member

Directors

Henry Okumu

Henry Okumu

African Director

Vincent Owino

Vincent Owino

South Sudan Country Director

Project Staff

Peter Otieno

Peter Otieno

Boma Project Manager

Anthony and Salomeh

Anthony and Salomeh

Kitale Kids Foster Parents

Tom Kituyi

Tom Kituyi

Boma Training Pastor

Andrew Mbae

Andrew Mbae

Agriculture/Mechanics

Alier Samuel Pareng

Alier Samuel Pareng

Logistics Coordinator-Juba

Carey

Carey

Boma Women’s Program Director and Head of School

Sam and Doreen Owashaba

Sam and Doreen Owashaba

Omiling Training Pastor and Women’s Program Leader

PO Box 271209
Flower Mound, TX 75027

1-214-704-0628