Promoting education in Sierra Leone as a pathway out of poverty and toward better well-being.

Our First Annual Report is Here!

04/26/2012
2011 EFH Annual Report

2011 was a great year for Education for Hope. We started a number of initiatives that will hopefully put our organization in good standing for the future and we are excited about what the future holds for us. Read more about Our First Annual Report is Here!

Pride of Lions Documentary Screening

04/16/2012
Pride of Lions

Join us for the screening of Pride of Lions at American University, Ward 5 - Monday, April 23rd, 2012, 6pm - 8pm. Read more about Pride of Lions Documentary Screening

Books Processed for Distribution

03/22/2011

The 25,000 books shipped to Sierra Leone by Education for HOPE are currently being processed for distribution to libraries across the country. These books will benefit students in primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities across the country. Read more about Books Processed for Distribution

New Video About Challenges in Sierra Leone

01/20/2011

Make a donation today! Your donations will provide needed schools supplies, books for libraries, and repair dilapidated schools. You could help break the cycles of poverty by providing children with the tool and resources to lead a better life. Education is a great equalizer. 

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EFH books loaded for distribution

01/04/2011

EFH books loaded for distribution in Kailahun District Council Libraries - Sierra Leone. Read more about EFH books loaded for distribution

Education for HOPE shipped 25,000 (20 ft. container) books

07/15/2010

Education for HOPE shipped 25,000 (20 ft. container) books to Sierra Leone, West Africa, to be distributed by the Sierra Leone Library Board (SLLB) to libraries across the country. These books will be sorted and strategically disburse to areas that needs them the most. Measures have been put in place to ensure that these books are used for their intended purpose. Read more about Education for HOPE shipped 25,000 (20 ft. container) books

25,000 Books Arrive in Freetown

10/06/2010

25,000 books arrive in Freetown, Sierra Leone to be distributed to various libraries in the country. Read more about 25,000 Books Arrive in Freetown

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Accountability and Transparency

07/05/2018
Detail of Form 990

Our core values include Accountability and Transparency ensuring that donations are spent on our programs as prescribed and in accordance with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regulations. Our annual tax return (Form 990) filed with the IRS provides a clear picture of our financial activities as it relates to our programs and operations. The 2017 (Form 990) tax return has been completed and filed with the IRS. You are welcome to review it and provide any feedback! Read more about Accountability and Transparency

Three Communities Primary School Status

07/01/2018
Front of the Three Communities School in progress

Our Executive Director, Mr. Momodu W. Jalloh recently visited Sierra Leone to check on the status of the school for the Three Communities Primary School project. The library is complete and classrooms and office are furnished. The project team is currently finishing the interior and exterior painting and building the steps. The school is approximately 90% complete and it is on track to be opened in time for the 2018/2019 school academic year.

GoFundMe goal reached! Thank you

06/03/2018
gofundme

Education for Hope would like to thank all of the donors who contributed to the Back to School Supplies Drive on GoFundMe. We exceeded our goal of $1000 to purchase backpacks with school supplies for the new students of the Three Communities School. To see the school progress, view the project page. Read more about GoFundMe goal reached! Thank you

Progress at the Three Communities School Project

05/19/2018
Front of the Three Communities School in progress

See our progress in the photo gallery. We are finishing the Three Communities School and building the desks and chairs. Read more about Progress at the Three Communities School Project

Thank you to Kirkland & Ellis LLP!

03/01/2018

Education for Hope expresses thanks and gratitude to the Kirkland & Ellis LLP Washington, D.C., office staff employees for selecting our organization as a charity of choice to donate proceeds from their “Denim Day for Charity” event held on Friday, January 19, 2018. Read more about Thank you to Kirkland & Ellis LLP!

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