Comfort, the heart behind Comfort The Nation, grew up witnessing both the struggles and the beauty of her community in Liberia. Her experiences shaped her desire to give back and create lasting change. Driven by her faith and deep love for others, Comfort started this organization to uplift those in need, provide resources for growth, and bring a sense of hope and light to every life she touches.
Hear It From OUr
In 1990, the first Liberian civil war forced my family to flee our home and seek refuge in a camp in Ghana. My grandmother, with her eight children and other family members endured unimaginable challenges to find food, water, and safety amidst the chaos of war. In 1991, I was born into this struggle. During that time, my family suffered great losses, including the death of my mother’s only sister, who was just eight years old, and my great-grandmother, who was in her 50s. My name, Comfort, was chosen to symbolize hope and solace for my grieving family. My middle name, “Slamie,” means “to wipe your tears away” in our Grebo dialect.
Founder
In 1992, my grand-aunt, Nancy K. Conrad, helped us escape the refugee camp, and we migrated to North Carolina as refugees. From a young age, I was taught to seize every opportunity, and I recognized education as the cornerstone of the American Dream. I poured myself into every academic and extracurricular opportunity available, becoming the first female in my family to earn a collegiate degree, and later, a master’s degree.
In 2013, as I prepared to compete in a local Miss America pageant, one of the requirements was to have a “platform” or impact initiative. This platform was meant to reflect a cause rooted in community service or a passion for bringing awareness to an important issue. As I looked around for an initiative to support, I couldn’t find one that truly called to me. That’s when I decided to create my own.
My calling to support Liberia has always been clear. Inspired by this, I founded
driven by a desire to provide educational opportunities, essential supplies, and everyday necessities to as many Liberian students and families as possible.
My name, Comfort, carries a deeply prophetic meaning. It was given to me to bring solace and wipe away the tears of my family. Through Comfort The Nation, my name has become its own fulfillment, embodying its meaning on a larger scale. This mission allows me to live out the purpose woven into my very identity in Christ—to bring comfort, hope, and transformation to others.
This mission is deeply personal, rooted in my own journey with God and the unshakable belief that hope and opportunity can transform lives.
Comfort The Nation,
How It all
While my personal focus has been on Liberia, our mission has always been to respond to pressing needs wherever they arise. Over the years, we have organized fundraisers, charity events, and outreach programs—finding ways to serve and bring comfort to those who need it most.
Our board members each play a unique role in carrying out this mission. They extend our reach by offering support in their own communities, whether through education, mentorship, coaching, or creative programs. Together, we empower youth by nurturing their talents, building self-confidence, and providing the tools they need to reach their full potential.
In 2020, I reached out to friends and supporters, asking if we could join forces to create meaningful change. They answered the call, volunteering their time, resources, and skills to expand our impact.
Though Comfort The Nation was founded in 2013, the vision has continued to grow. What started as a simple desire to help has evolved into a movement—one that brings people together to transform lives and inspire hope.
Love, Comfort
Began
Sara Hue
Board Members
Our Board of Directors is committed to upholding the mission of Comfort The Nation by providing leadership, oversight, and strategic guidance.
Chauntina Clark
Deionja Hainer
Tracy Battaglia
Each member brings valuable expertise and a shared passion for empowering and uplifting the people of Liberia through education and essential support.
President
VICe-President
Treasurer
Secretary
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