By: Archie Boan
The Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation, run by children of former Liberian President Samuel K. Doe, has launched its SKD Pathway Program Scholarship, a new initiative aimed at expanding educational opportunities and empowering young Liberians.
The program was unveiled in partnership with Grand Gedeh University under the leadership of its president, Dr. Eric Z. M. Gbotoe.
As part of its first phase, the scholarship will cover tuition and provide financial support for 20 students enrolled at the university’s newly established Samuel K. Doe College of Agriculture and Forestry.
According to the Foundation, the initiative reflects its commitment to strengthening Liberia’s agricultural sector by preparing a new generation of innovators to tackle challenges of food security and national development.
In addition, the Foundation announced a donation of more than three thousand U.S. dollars to Grand Gedeh County’s three districts. The funds will provide assistance to over 1,500 elementary, secondary, and high school students from underserved communities.
Speaking at the launch, Co-Administrator Ruth Doe-King underscored the importance of the program. She said the Pathway Program represents the Foundation’s deep commitment to education as a driver of national progress, while also honoring the legacy of the late President Samuel Kanyon Doe.
Looking ahead, the Samuel K. Doe Legacy Foundation plans to extend the scholarship program to all 15 counties within the decade.
The Foundation is also appealing to government institutions, private partners, and members of the Liberian diaspora to support the initiative and help sustain its impact.
