My Nonprofit Reviews

When I came in contact with Relief (Liberia), Inc. Headquarters in Modesto, California, I saw how they had successfully trained ten women in a small space to weave cotton into fabrics during a pilot program. I suggested they need a larger facility for more women to weave larger fabric. The stipend the Substitute weaving instructor received allowed her to continue her nursing career and graduate.
The women participating in the weaving program came from longer-distance communities. Some have younger children. Some were dropouts due to a lack of funding to pay their school fees and stumbled on Relief's weaving program with all tuition and supplies sponsored by donor funds. This opportunity unfolded and was able to give them time to acquire a vocational education.
The dress styles and the economy were profoundly affected by the introduction of weaving. The country cloth was a significant trade item until the early part of the last century when local textiles were replaced in part by cheaper European fabrics. The function of dress and personal adornment varies significantly from culture to culture and may help distinguish one person from another in Liberia. Bringing that back will help the country and local communities. To all volunteers, donors, partners, and sponsors of Relief, Inc., We Thank You.

Madison Vonleh
Relief Liberia Inc.
Volunteer