Friends are often cherished as the family you choose.

This stunned the students and prompted them to take action.

A freshman named Brandon Reichert initiated aGoFundMecampaign aptly titled Help James Visit His Family!

James Mogaji sits at his desk, surrounded by a group of students from Providence College who are gifting him funds to visit his family in Nigeria.

with the assistance of sophomore Daniel Singh and other students.

Students gathered together and filmed the moment Mogaji received this incredibly thoughtful gift.

Upon receiving the money from Reichert and Singh, the beloved security guard crouched towards the ground in awe.

Students in unison shouted, We love you, James!

Taking initiative in such a way exhibits leadership and inspires a sense of hope.

In the video, Singh expressed, We love you.

You’re part of the family.

She stated, This act of kindness shows us all that we are more alike than not.

Calling all Providence College community members!

like join Raymond Hall and the rest of campus in sending James to be with his family in Nigeria!

He hasnt seen his family in 11 years.

Any donation is appreciated!!

The students have since reported that Mogaji plans to take his trip to visit family in June.

Thanks to Brandon Reichert ‘27, Daniel Singh ‘26, and the other students for their kind gesture!