Schooling for Kids and Skills for Moms
Your gift helps children attend schools better prepared to educate them, and helps mothers build a steady income. A child gets the support they need to learn. A mother gains the skills to earn and save, gaining financial independence. Your kindness helps a family move forward with strength and hope.
Your gift might buy books for a school's first library, or help 20 women start their business training.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Give Where It's Needed Most" mean?
Our Ethiopian Team and U.S. Board of Directors work together to build a yearly plan and budget for our programs. Giving where it's needed most means your gift moves within that plan, wherever the need is greatest right now, a school in need of materials, a women's savings group ready to launch, a family facing a gap in food or school fees. It's the fastest way to get support where it counts, backed by real planning, not guesswork.
How is my gift used?
Your gift goes into a shared fund that supports all four of our program areas: School Improvement, SHE (women's entrepreneurship), Student Sponsorships, and Humanitarian Aid. Our Ethiopian Team and U.S. Board of Directors decide together where the greatest need is, so your gift goes exactly where it will do the most good.
Can I choose a specific program instead?
Yes. Use the designation dropdown at checkout to direct your gift to a specific program. Giving where it's needed most simply gives our staff the flexibility to respond fast when something urgent comes up.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. Roots Ethiopia is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 46-1527090), and your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Can I give monthly?
Yes. Monthly giving is the engine behind everything we do. It matches your desire to make the greatest impact with our need to keep programs moving forward without interruption. You can set up or change a monthly gift any time.
How will I know my gift made a difference?
You'll hear from us! Your gift makes a difference, and we share updates by email, mail, and text. Make sure you're opted in to the communication methods you prefer so you don't miss them.
Is there a minimum gift amount?
Yes, $7, for both one-time and monthly gifts. Every gift at that level or above goes into the same fund and works the same way.
Roots Ethiopia holds a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (GuideStar), the highest rating a nonprofit can earn for openness about our finances and impact.
