The Liberian civil war broke out in 1989 and has been rated one of the most deadly and devastating wars ever fought in Africa. Its 
wrath left the entire population suffering and thousands of children orphaned.
There is no electricity, with the exception of generatored sporadic power in fifteen city blocks no running water, or mail service. Generators, wells and cell phones are a luxury. The people have been left with a broken and tattered country, and yet the spirit of the Liberian people is extraordinary. They have endured and survived multiple challenges.
Liberia has transitioned from post-war, aid dependency to development and self-sustainability needs. Acres of Hope, Liberia has recognized this change, and strives to meet Liberia's needs in a systematic and organized manner.
Facts about Liberia:
•Area: 43,000 square miles
•Population: 3.3 million (68% is under 15 yrs.)
•Live expectancy: 42 years
•Official Language: English
•Illiteracy rate approximately 85%
•Health care virtually nonexistent
Religion: Indigenous beliefs, Christian, Muslim
After 14 years of war, the Liberian people are ready to move toward a better tomorrow!