When Wogayehu learned that Project Ethiopia was launching a training for women who wanted to learn beekeeping skills and marketing opportunities, she was eager to be included in the new initiative.

Bayat's story captures the strength and resilience of an individual navigating challenges and turning them into opportunities. Her determination to improve her family's circumstances, coupled with the support from Project Ethiopia, exemplifies the impact of microloans in fostering entrepreneurship and financial independence.

Meet Project Ethiopia board member, Asamenech Assefa. Hear her reflect on the specific gifts she brings to the Board, what she finds most interesting, inspiring, and challenging, and what she envisions for the future of Project Ethiopia.

With the support of her community, Project Ethiopia helped Minew build a sturdy iron-roofed home, providing her family with a safe and stable living environment. She continues to strive for a better future for her daughters.

Sitotaw's story is a testament to resilience and community support. Through Project Ethiopia's microloans, he transformed from a struggling daily laborer into a prosperous farmer. His investments in livestock and transport services boosted his income, securing his family's future and contributing to his community. Today, he inspires others by sharing his journey towards success.

Meet Dr. Mehariw A. Semeneh, one of the recipients of Project Ethiopia’s University Transition Awards (UTAs) and learn how this award not only benefited him but provided a positive trajectory for his family as well.

Diyene is a former recipient of a new iron roof who lives in the Zagray Zubra community. She was a widow with no income and no shelter, relying on relatives for a place to live. Then the community came together to provide Diyene with a small plot of land on which to build her new home.

Project Ethiopia’s Farmers’ Associations provide crucial equipment to farmers and teach them cost-effective, environmentally appropriate farming approaches so that they can become economically self-sustainable and lift their families out of extreme poverty. Farmers’ Associations also provide a way to combat environmental problems, including those posed by climate change.

Judy Sanderman was recently awarded the “Mind and Heart Distinguished Alumni Award,” from Whitworth University (‘64). Judy was honored for the work she and her late husband Dennis Wilkins have accomplished with Project Ethiopia over the last 20 years. Read our interview with Judy about the history and development of this amazing project.