A Special Message from RYHF President, Shelley Spurlock

A Special Message from RYHF President, Shelley Spurlock

Oct 25, 2020

To say 2020 has been challenging is an understatement!

I had the wonderful fortune to be in Liberia just before the world “shut down”, returning to California March 3rd with many (MANY) stories and photos to share. I set them aside when COVID-19 shut down schools and required us to shift our goals to humanitarian aid and public service. Once our students are fully settled back into classes, the “reflections” journey will begin! Watch for it.

And today it is nice to be able to share very good news:

In early October many of our students began returning to classes, after their colleges met the Liberian government COVID safety requirements. We’re excited that our talented students are back on the academic path to careers that bring hope and much needed service to their nation.

  • RYHF donors, thank you for hanging in there with us.
  • Graduates who mentored students, thank you.
  • Partners, we wish you all the best as you navigate the reopening.
  • And … Students, enjoy this time, work hard, and finish strong. YOU are the hope of Liberia.
Caring for their Communities!

Caring for their Communities!

Oct 11, 2020

RYHF family members, Miatta and Shilley joyfully care for the children in their community.  Johnetta’s smile says it all as she cares for patients at City Medical Lab Clinic (even her shirt is “smiling”)! 

#RYHFProud

 

Light Academy Model School, Liberia

Light Academy Model School, Liberia

Sep 30, 2020

Pastors Tailey and Agnes Garley have a lot to smile about these days. 

Their vision for a school that brings laughter, love, and learning to some of Liberia’s poorest children and orphans – Light Academy Model School, Liberia – has been a reality for a few years now. 

Their vision for a NEW, beautifully constructed school building is getting closer to completion every day!  Follow Light Academy on Facebook to see the wonderful things Tailey and Agnes, with YOUR help, have been able to accomplish!

On our part … RYHF trains Light Academy teachers and staff.  And we smile about a special partnership that offers HOPE to so many.

Big Day of Giving is Here! May 3, 2018

Big Day of Giving is Here! May 3, 2018

May 3, 2018

Today is the day – Big Day of Giving!  Donors from around the Sacramento region are all giving to their favorite charities and, with appreciation and excitement, we are again beneficiaries of this special fundraising opportunity.  

Our 2018 goal:  To fund 60 new teachers through certification and training programs.

There is a critical shortage of teachers in Liberia and according to Liberia’s Ministry of Education (MoE), an estimated 500,000+ children are not in school.  The MoE has a lot of work ahead of them and we are coming alongside them to train current teachers to minimum government standards (and beyond), bring new teachers into the field, and ensure administrators are comprehensively educated to lead this effort “on the ground”.  

Sixty teachers = approximately 4,000 schoolchildren impacted.  Thats 4,000 new schoolchildren learning, laughing with friends, and living with hope.  Thats 60 Liberian adults with professional training and purpose, the ability to support their families, and a bright future as they contribute to the rebuilding and strengthening of their post-war nation.  

Join us today and share with your friends!  Visit our profile and donate here:

www.bigdayofgiving.org/RAISEYOURHANDFOUNDATION