Help Children Grow Learn
In Liberia
Every child deserves a safe place to learn.
In this community, there is no public school for children to attend. When students arrive at Zoe Robinson Academy, many are hungry. Zoe Robinson Academy provides a safe place to learn, daily meals, and a steady place to grow.
Without access to schools or daily meals
children in this community will never get a chance to learn.
In Liberia, the path to education is often blocked by extreme poverty and a lack of infrastructure. According to the World Bank, only 14% of Liberian children can read and many children lack access to the basic resources needed for a quality education. For families in Monrovia, the cost of uniforms, supplies, and even daily meals can be an insurmountable barrier to keeping their children in the classroom.
A school built on care, consistency and opportunity.
What students experience each day
Zoe Robinson Academy gives children the stability they rarely find elsewhere.
Each day, the school offers a calm, predictable place to learn and grow.
- ●Daily meals that help students focus and learn
- ●Safe classrooms where children can feel calm and supported
- ●Caring teachers who understand their challenges
- ●A dependable routine that keeps children in school
Together, these moments shape real growth for every child.
Recently renovated to give students a safe, dependable place to learn.
How your support is making a difference
100+ Students enrolled
Children who once had no reliable place to learn now have a steady school routine and a safe environment where they can grow.
Daily meals served
Reliable meals at school help students focus, feel calmer, and stay engaged throughout the day.
Renovated classrooms
The updated building gives students brighter, safer spaces — a tangible change they feel the moment they walk through the door.
Trusted local partnership on the ground.
Zoe Robinson Academy is operated day to day by Hilltop Schools, a Liberian education NGO with long-standing experience managing schools in Liberia.
Hilltop Schools oversees staffing, student services, and daily school operations through its local leadership team.
The Liberian School for Needy Children (LSFNC) focuses on U.S.-based fundraising and donor support.
Hilltop’s experience and on-the-ground capacity include:
- ●15+ years of experience running schools in Liberia
- ●Certified teachers leading classrooms
- ●On-site nurse and social worker supporting students
Questions donors often ask
Clear answers about LSFNC, Zoe Robinson Academy, and how donations help.
What does the Liberian School for Needy Children do?
Liberian School for Needy Children (LSFNC) is a U.S.-based nonprofit that funds education for children in an underserved community in Monrovia, Liberia. LSFNC supports Zoe Robinson Academy by funding daily meals, safe classrooms, certified teachers, and consistent school operations for children who would otherwise have no access to education.
Is Liberian School for Needy Children a legitimate charity?
Yes. Liberian School for Needy Children is a registered U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It operates under EIN 88-3335715, headquartered at 97 Inkberry Trail, Narragansett, RI 02882. LSFNC holds a Candid Platinum Transparency Seal for 2026, is listed on Charity Navigator, and carries a Rotary International Mark of Excellence.
More donor questions
Is there a public school in the community where Zoe Robinson Academy operates?
No. There is no public school in the community where Zoe Robinson Academy operates. For the children in this Monrovia neighborhood, Zoe Robinson Academy is the only option. Without it, children in this community would have no reliable place to learn.
How is my donation used?
Donations to LSFNC directly fund the daily operations of Zoe Robinson Academy in Monrovia, Liberia. This includes daily meals for students, teacher salaries, safe and renovated classroom facilities, an on-site nurse and social worker, and the school supplies and resources children need to learn. LSFNC focuses on U.S.-based fundraising while Hilltop Schools manages day-to-day operations on the ground.
Who operates Zoe Robinson Academy on the ground?
Zoe Robinson Academy is operated day-to-day by Hilltop Schools, a Liberian education NGO with more than 15 years of experience managing schools in Liberia. Hilltop Schools oversees staffing, student services, certified classroom instruction, and daily school operations through its local leadership team, including an on-site nurse and social worker.
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In a community with no public school, your gift keeps learning alive.
Your support provides teachers, meals, and classrooms for children who would otherwise have none.
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The School
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Even a small monthly gift makes a real difference for these children.
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Keep learning alive for children in Liberia
In a community with no public school, Zoe Robinson Academy gives children a safe place to learn, daily meals, and a steady school routine. Choose the next step that feels right for you.