top of page
OUR NEWS


A shared purpose for the future
When we work together, resources multiply and the impact of each initiative is amplified, as shown in the 2025 USVI - Liberty Foundation Impact Report . This reality becomes even more important when it comes to our most vulnerable communities in the U.S. Virgin Islands, which rely on nonprofit organizations that work tirelessly so that all our people can thrive. 2025 USVI - Liberty Foundation Impact Report “Collaboration made it possible for our communities to move forward i
Apr 6


STEAM for girls
Y-TEENS VI’s mission is to support and empower girls and young women to pursue their interest in STEAM related areas, especially in coding, engineering, graphic design, technology, leadership development, communications and creative expression. They promote the engagement of girls and young women in the USVI through personal growth, leadership development, mentoring, and technology training. The ongoing support of the Liberty Foundation has enabled this mission, and the diffe
Mar 2


Caring for the most vulnerable
Serving a broad range of vulnerable populations, Lutheran Social Services of the VI impacts the lives of 1,668 individuals annually, ages 18 and older by providing different services. · 24/7 housing and emergency respite care for children and adolescent girls who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected. · 24/7 medical care and housing for children and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. · Quality education and resources to infant
Mar 2


Career pathways for youth
Future Jobs Skills of Tomorrow prepares USVI’s youth and young adults for sustainable, well-paying careers through industry-certified training, hands-on experience, and direct connections to employment opportunities. The NPO provides industry-certified workforce training that combines classroom instruction, firsthand technical skills, and career readiness support to prepare Virgin Islands youth and young adults for in-demand careers, with a current focus on Marine Service Te
Mar 2


Conservation and community
Friends of the VI National Park protects and preserves the natural and cultural resources of Virgin Islands National Park while connecting visitors to the park and the park to the community. Since 1988, this NPO has worked alongside the National Park Service to protect terrestrial and marine habitats, preserve the Virgin Islands' cultural treasures, and engage the community through volunteerism, education, and advocacy. Liberty Foundation and Friends have partnered to bring t
Mar 2


Supporting families, ending violence
For more than four decades, Family Resource Center has been working to end family violence in the Virgin Islands through trauma-informed victim services, prevention, and education by providing crisis intervention, counseling, emergency shelter, and court advocacy; aiding victims in obtaining safe housing, facilitating job training and placement, and providing educational outreach to the VI community. Past donations from the Liberty Foundation allowed FRS to expand services b
Mar 2


Empowering youth through the arts
Elevate WI provides youth and young adults in St. Thomas with safe spaces for artistic expression, holistic development, and community engagement. Founded five years ago, its center has been operating for three years and has all the facilities of a recording studio. It was a previous grant from the Liberty Foundation which provided the resources to create and implement different programs related to music and theater, among others. “Thank you so much. Because of your help, we
Mar 2


Collaborative community service project
The Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Thomas/St. John enable young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. They offer after-school services, such as tutoring and recreational activities to 45 students in St. Thomas and 33 students in St. John. In 2025, in collaboration with the VI Waste Management Authority, Liberty created a mural at their center. Moved by the power of art to inspire environmental
Mar 2


Liberty Foundation donates $30,000 to seven local nonprofits, highlighting the importance of collaboration among USVI communities
February 18, 2026 – With a $30,000 donation to seven nonprofit organizations, Liberty Foundation continues to promote collaboration to maximize positive impact in the communities that need it most. The grants were presented during an event honoring organization representatives and highlighting their work serving underserved populations in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The seven nonprofits in the USVI that received donations were Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Thomas/St. John, Eleva
Feb 18


2024 USVI Impact Report: Creating meaningful connections to build stronger communities
Liberty Foundation, along with Liberty, empowered 17 nonprofit organizations in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) to continue offering their programs for underserved populations. This was possible thanks to the $77,500 they provided in donations, grants, and sponsorships during 2024, bringing the overall donation to $416,000 for 27 nonprofits since 2020. The foundation presented this information in its 2024 USVI Impact Report which was released this week. “Creating meaningfu
Mar 31, 2025


Five USVI NPOs will focus on expanding their programs in 2025 thanks to $50,000 in grants from Liberty Foundation
Five nonprofit organizations in the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) will continue to expand their programs in 2025, thanks to the...
Mar 27, 2025


Digital literacy for USVI female students
Liberty Foundation is partnering with Y -Teens VI and Society of Women Coders to bring its NextGen Tech Scholar Program to female...
May 28, 2024


Liberty Foundation 2023 USVI Impact Report
Through collaborative efforts and dedicated initiatives, we are proud to highlight the positive impacts we have made in our US Virgin...
Mar 21, 2024


Uniting wills for our communities
It was a hot Friday morning in the Parcelas de Lajas Arriba neighborhood, in Lajas. We were preparing to take on the task of the day:...
Aug 28, 2023


United Jazz Foundation: music education for underserved teens
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, August 28, 2023 - – With school coming back in session, United Jazz Foundation is kicking off its VI...
Aug 28, 2023


Liberty Foundation supports education workshops for at-risk youth in St. Thomas
With a $10,000 grant from the Liberty Foundation, My Brother’s Workshop in St. Thomas continues to provide education, counseling and...
Aug 15, 2023


Liberty Foundation becomes a member of Community Foundation of the VI’s Angels Network
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, May 10, 2023 – Liberty Foundation became a member of the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands’...
May 10, 2023


Doing our part on Earth Day 2023 celebrations
St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, April 24, 2023 – Liberty Foundation partnered once again with Friends of Virgin Islands National Park...
Apr 24, 2023


Supporting Y-TEENS VI's digital and education services for girls in St. Thomas
St. Thomas, USVI, March 21, 2023 –Liberty Foundation awarded a $10,000 grant to the Y-Teens VI of St. Thomas to support its digital and...
Mar 20, 2023


Liberty Foundation 2022 USVI Impact Report
St. Thomas, USVI, March 20, 2023 Connecting with our communities has always been part of the Liberty culture. That is why, right after we...
Mar 20, 2023
bottom of page
