25/07/2025
Over 300 Residents in Kakata Benefit from Food Donation During Liberia’s 178th Independence Celebration
Kakata, Margibi County – July 24, 2025 — In celebration of Liberia’s 178th Independence Day, over 300 residents from four communities in Kakata received a generous donation of essential food items from the Dara V. Willie Humanitarian Foundation.
The donation ceremony, held on July 24, brought together community members from Telecom, Wenneh, Kpelleh, and Kollie Town Communities. Beneficiaries included elderly citizens and people living with disabilities, making the event a moment of unity, care, and patriotism.
The foundation distributed 50 bags of rice, 6 cartons of cooking oil, and 2 cartons of Vita to the four communities. According to organizers, the gesture was part of their ongoing commitment to support the people of Margibi County and to make the national holiday more meaningful for those in need.
Speaking during the ceremony, Mr. Samuel Willie, Co-chair of the Dara V. Willie Humanitarian Foundation, thanked the residents for coming together to mark the Independence Day in solidarity. He encouraged continued peace and unity in the country and emphasized the foundation’s commitment to supporting communities in Margibi.
“Our CEO, Mrs. Dara V. Willie, is a proud Liberian who once lived in Kakata. Her vision is to always give back to the community that helped shape her,” Mr. Willie said.
The initiative was warmly received by community leaders. Telecom Community Chairman, Mr. Peter Trokon, expressed gratitude on behalf of the residents.
“This is the first time we’ve witnessed such a meaningful donation from a foundation. We are grateful to the Dara V. Willie Humanitarian Foundation for remembering us, especially the elderly and vulnerable. It means a lot,” Trokon said.
Residents praised the effort as one of the most impactful community outreach events during this year's Independence Day celebrations. The foundation pledged to continue supporting communities and announced that more initiatives are planned in the near future.
