- Empowerment starts with you.
OUR MISSION
AT YESLIBERA, WE EMPOWER YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH MEANINGFUL SERVICE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES IN EDUCATION, HEALTHCARE, AND TECHNOLOGY.
We're a registered charity in Liberia, and a USA-- 501c3 charity organization recognized by the Internal Revenue Service since July 2009. All donations are tax-deductible.
7,694
Students’ tuition paid
- About us
"Disregarding the plight of the underprivileged yields no resolution."
Conviction created YesLiberia. Daily the needs of underprivileged are ignored. We ignore their struggles because it’s easier to focus on other things in our lives— like climbing the corporate ladder and saving money so we don’t become indigent, or making sure we have a gym membership. And some of us ignore their challenges because they bring back unpleasant memories we seek to repress. But disregarding the plight of the underprivileged yields no resolution. Then certain things happen to remind us their struggles exist no matter how hard we try to pretend our needs surpass theirs.
my tribal and economic status and where my education came as a gift from the United Methodist Church. Reminded, I became convicted to act and YesLiberia was founded to educate and help underprivileged Liberians whose plight I intimately understood. Over the years we’ve been blessed with amazing people like you because of the grace of God. YESLiberia serves the next generation of Liberian leaders by paying their tuition and fees, fostering service learning opportunities, delivering leadership trainings, and encouraging volunteerism. At YESLiberia, we believe empowerment starts with you.
I was convicted by several of their challenges. The prostitution of children in Thailand reminded me of Liberia. The rape and war in The Congo reminded me of Liberia. The genocide in Rwanda reminded me of Liberia. I remembered my underprivileged past—a past where I was seen as less than elite based on my
We are committed to helping students with academic potential who cannot afford their education. For donors seeking a Liberian-led NGO that is trustworthy, effective, and fiscally responsible, YesLiberia is your ideal option. We look forward to working with you.
Z. J. Jallah
Founder/Executive Director
Years Serving Liberian Youth
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"For donors seeking a Liberian-led NGO that is trustworthy, effective, and fiscally responsible, YesLiberia is your ideal option. We look forward to working with you."
OUR CORE VALUES: THE ABC’S
1
ACCOUNTABILITY
We believe in transparent communication, and take full responsibility for our actions and decisions. We always initiate our projects with measurable indicators and report on them with integrity.
2
BENEVOLENCE
We believe that “paying it forward” creates a culture of generosity that improves the quality of life in the communities in which we work – at home and abroad.
3
COLLABORATION
We believe that a collaborative approach that unites us with our community partners, donors, and students can make a meaningful impact on the future of Liberia.
4
SERVICE
We believe that engaging and encouraging youth at home and abroad in service-based education will create a better future for everyone.
OUR ADVISORY BOARD
With their combined years of incredible experiences and passion for service, our advisory board helps us lift the heavy stones we cannot lift by ourselves by opening windows of support. We are thankful to God for their services.
OUR BOARD MEMBERS
Our executive board members possess four traits: 1) a good character, 2) a strong commitment to our cause, 3) the gift of time,
and 4) a willingness to use personal and professional resources to advance YesLiberia’s mission.
Marketing/Communications
JEFF
OLDFIELD
Partnership/Fundraising
Dr. MEG
RAMEY
Innovation/Communications
MATT
MULLER
Grant Writing/Budgeting
SHAUNTAE
LEWIS
Partnership/Fundraising
GRAHAM
SMITH
Events/Fundraising
SARAH
SRA
Operations/Management
Z. J.
JALLAH
Vacancy
Fundraising & Marketing
Vacancy
Development & Engagement
Vacancy
Communications & PR
OUR STAFF
We've benefited from more than 123 volunteers from 18 different countries. These 14 played crucial roles and joined our staff.
Alston A.
COUNTRY DIRECTOR, LIBERIA
Rose U.
VOLUNTEER MANAGER, GLOBAL
Nik R.
VOLUNTEER COORD, GLOBAL
Norm H.
PROJECT LEADER, GLOBAL
Esther B.
TEAM LEADER
Richmond G.
Team Member
Angie G.
Team Member
Abdullai R.
Team Member
Archie J.
Team Member
Ernest B.
Team Member
Wonderlyn W.
Team Member
Emmanuel T.
Team Member
Princess A.
Team Member
Lawrence D.
Team Member
- We appreciate those who helped us get started.
FOUNDING MEMBERS
Crystal
Ohio
Prince
New York
Bendu
Maryland
Montee
Maryland
Christine
Maryland
Josephine
Arizona
Melvin
Maryland
Kowo
Texas
Josell
Pennsylvania
Ellen
Pennslvania
Cletus
Minnesota
Leon
Iowa
Moses
Japan
Lourena
Delaware
Tina
Maryland
Deddeh
Nevada
Emmanuel
Pennsylvania
George
Maryland
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Whether you’re interested in becoming a monthly donor, joining our board, or volunteering, we can use your help.
ALL CONTACTS
- P. O. Box 55832, Oklahoma City, OK 73155
- US: (240) 608- 8003
- Lib: 231 77-087-4773
- Lib: 231 88-698-6643
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