Questions
Liberia
- Where is Liberia?
Liberia is located along the coast of West Africa. It is bordered by Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Cote d’Ivoire.
- How many people live in Liberia?
5.25 million people live in Liberia. 250,000 people were killed during the two civil wars between 1989 and 2003.
Source: https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/liberia-population/
- What language is spoken in Liberia?
More than 20 tribal languages are spoken in Liberia. English is the official language.
- What is the flag of Liberia?
The Liberia flag is modeled after the US flag. The eleven stripes represent each person who signed the Liberian Declaration of Independence. The white star symbolizes Liberia as the first independent republic in Africa with a western-style governance.
- What is the currency of Liberia?
The Liberian dollar has been the currency of Liberia since 1943. 150 Liberian dollars is worth around $1 USD.
- Where are the schools located?
Both schools are located in Paynesville near the capital city of Monrovia. They are about a one hour drive away from each other.
- Are there team members in the United States?
We have an advisory team in the US who work closely with Country Director, Robert Sondah.
Shawn Reese, Rich Harmon, Denise Salin, Chris Donatelli (Peninsula Bible Church Cupertino); Gary Vanderet, Marcus Martinez, Mike Lipsey (Willow Glen Bible Church) - Who is New Horizons Foundation?
New Horizons Foundation serves Child Development Liberia as our 501c3 charitable organization receiving and processing donations and gifts, as well as assisting us with wire transfers of organization funding to Liberia.
They also function to help us maintain the highest financial integrity standards. New Horizons Foundation has been honored with the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency. See NewHorizonsFoundation.com for more information.
- Can I make a donation by check?
If you want to mail a physical check, please make it payable to "New Horizons Foundation” with “Child Development Liberia” in the memo and send it to:
Child Development Liberia
c/o New Horizons Foundation
731 Chapel Hills Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80920 - How can I pray?
Please pray for the health and safety of the children and teens in our schools. Pray that each child will know God’s love for them. Our staff and teachers would appreciate your prayers for health, wisdom, and strength as they care for the students as well as their own families.
- How can I stay updated on the ministry?
Child Development Liberia
- Where are the schools located?
Both schools are located in Paynesville near the capital city of Monrovia. They are about a one hour drive away from each other.
- Are there team members in the United States?
We have an advisory team in the US who work closely with Country Director, Robert Sondah.
Shawn Reese, Rich Harmon, Denise Salin, Chris Donatelli (Peninsula Bible Church Cupertino); Gary Vanderet, Marcus Martinez, Mike Lipsey (Willow Glen Bible Church) - Who is New Horizons Foundation?
New Horizons Foundation serves Child Development Liberia as our 501c3 charitable organization receiving and processing donations and gifts, as well as assisting us with wire transfers of organization funding to Liberia.
They also function to help us maintain the highest financial integrity standards. New Horizons Foundation has been honored with the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency. See NewHorizonsFoundation.com for more information.
- Can I make a donation by check?
If you want to mail a physical check, please make it payable to "New Horizons Foundation” with “Child Development Liberia” in the memo and send it to:
Child Development Liberia
c/o New Horizons Foundation
731 Chapel Hills Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80920 - How can I pray?
Please pray for the health and safety of the children and teens in our schools. Pray that each child will know God’s love for them. Our staff and teachers would appreciate your prayers for health, wisdom, and strength as they care for the students as well as their own families.
- How can I stay updated on the ministry?