Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-Risk Youth

24/11/2025

Today at the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth, we opened the General Building Construction Department with an orientation for recovery persons who expressed interest. We also took time to speak with a few of them about their goals and expectations.

24/11/2025

Images from today’s outreach exercise in Kakata under the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth.

We engaged out-of-school youth, encouraging them to take advantage of the Samuel Grimes initiative psychosocial and skill training opportunities for venerable youth.

22/11/2025

People are desperately wicked. when you are trying to improve what others fail, they will fight. keep your head up high on God

18/11/2025

It’s a brand new week, and we’re back at it, turning dreams into reality at the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth.

Today, our Soap Making and Baking Departments were in full action, producing beautiful soft bread and locally known Iron Soap. Each skill learned is another step toward empowerment and transformation.

We remain committed to changing lives positively. Special thanks to Executive Director Amb Michael NA AA-Therapist for his vision and dedicated supervision.

17/11/2025

With Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth we move for growth

The Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth is a non-profit Christian organization based in Kakata, Margibi County, Liberia. Their primary goal is to rehabilitate and empower at-risk youth struggling with substance abuse, found as the Not for profit arm of PAW, Inc by Madam Monique Simpson Foray

- *Programs and Services:*
*Out-Patient Treatment*: Offers scriptural training, detoxing, individual and group therapy sessions, vocational skill training, physical therapy, and agricultural activities.
*Rehabilitation*: Provides medical treatment, psychosocial counseling, and continuous care to help substance users become productive community members.
*Vocational Training*: Offers skills training in areas like bread making, soap science, and building construction to equip youth for self-reliance.

- *Partnerships*: Collaborates with organizations like Pentecostal Assembly of the World (PAW), MOH, Las Fidalas Matrons, Ministry of Youth and Sports, LDEA, LNP to combat substance abuse and support at-risk youth.

- *Community Outreach*: Receives donations and support from organizations like the Bright Business and Resource Center, Inc. (BBRC), which provided toiletries, medical supplies, and Narcan to the initiative. Las Fidelas Matrons funds major activities and facilitaty renovation.

- *Goals*: Aims to establish a TVET center for at-risk youth, provide scholarships, vocational training, and job opportunities, and create safe recreational centers to keep young people engaged positively.

- *Leadership*: Led by Executive Director Amb. Dr. Michael A. Johnson, who emphasizes the importance of addressing drug abuse and empowering youth.

- *Location*: Based in Kakata City, Margibi County, Liberia, with a focus on serving the local community.

Overall, the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth provides a range of services and programs to support vulnerable youth in Liberia, addressing the root causes of substance abuse and promoting rehabilitation and empowerment.

17/11/2025

A perfect morning view of the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth Rehabilitation Center in Kakata, truly beautiful. We’re starting the week with passion for the work we do here. The team is on the ground, men at work, changing lives.

13/11/2025

The Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth is a non-profit Christian organization based in Kakata, Margibi County, Liberia. Their primary goal is to rehabilitate and empower at-risk youth struggling with substance abuse, found as the Not for profit arm of PAW, Inc by Madam Monique Simpson Foray

- *Programs and Services:*
*Out-Patient Treatment*: Offers scriptural training, detoxing, individual and group therapy sessions, vocational skill training, physical therapy, and agricultural activities.
*Rehabilitation*: Provides medical treatment, psychosocial counseling, and continuous care to help substance users become productive community members.
*Vocational Training*: Offers skills training in areas like bread making, soap science, and building construction to equip youth for self-reliance.

- *Partnerships*: Collaborates with organizations like Pentecostal Assembly of the World (PAW), MOH, Las Fidalas Matrons, Ministry of Youth and Sports, LDEA, LNP to combat substance abuse and support at-risk youth.

- *Community Outreach*: Receives donations and support from organizations like the Bright Business and Resource Center, Inc. (BBRC), which provided toiletries, medical supplies, and Narcan to the initiative. Las Fidelas Matrons funds major activities and facilitaty renovation.

- *Goals*: Aims to establish a TVET center for at-risk youth, provide scholarships, vocational training, and job opportunities, and create safe recreational centers to keep young people engaged positively.

- *Leadership*: Led by Executive Director Amb. Dr. Michael A. Johnson, who emphasizes the importance of addressing drug abuse and empowering youth.

- *Location*: Based in Kakata City, Margibi County, Liberia, with a focus on serving the local community.

Overall, the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth provides a range of services and programs to support vulnerable youth in Liberia, addressing the root causes of substance abuse and promoting rehabilitation and empowerment.

10/11/2025

At the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-Risk Youth, our Baking Department is proudly showcasing the skills our trainees are learning!

Today’s session highlights their creativity and dedication as they prepare delicious local “Doe Nuts” a Liberian favorite.

Empowering youth through hands-on skills training, one recipe at a time!

09/11/2025

Building on legacies, reforming mission at Samuel Grimes Memorial Institute. Nov. 22, 2025 we will tell the stories

08/11/2025

Christ Watch Hours is happening every Saturday from 5pm to provide alternative lifestyles for children. At the Samuel Grimes Christ Watch Hours, we show passionate Christian movies for children to have them focus on the cross ✝️ and encourage Christian values for our youth and adults.

This initiative is in addition to our weekly Bible study (Tuesdays and Thursdays).
Many thanks to the , the for so much psychospirituality activities for venerable youth in Liberia 🇱🇷.

And many thanks to Amb. Michael A Johnson for his efforts in building on the legacy of Samuel Grimes Memorial Institute established since mid 1940s.

06/11/2025

Today wwe held a working session ahead of our upcoming anniversary on November 22, 2025. Team members were seen outside taking part in a cleanup exercise.

06/11/2025

Today at the Samuel Grimes Initiative for At-risk Youth, we held a working session ahead of our upcoming anniversary on November 22, 2025. Team members were seen outside taking part in a cleanup exercise, as Director Johnson tirelessly motivated everyone to keep up the good work.