Mission Statement

Established in 1993, Tesfa in Los Angeles extends a helping hand to destitute Ethiopians by providing a holistic approach to lift them out of poverty one family and one community at a time. We strive to empower those less fortunate by creating opportunities to overcome dependencies transforming lives for a hopeful, productive future.

Tesfa in Los Angeles was founded by caring Ethiopian women to address abject poverty in their home country. In the last thirty years, Ethiopia has been plagued by cycles of drought, famine, and civil unrest that has left large portions of the population in desparate conditions. The magnitude and intensity of the problems Ethiopia faces is overwhelming and beyond the scope of a single organization. However, it is the belief of the members of Tesfa in Los Angeles that individuals can make a difference in people's lives. During the last 14 years Tesfa has touched the lives of over 3,000 people in the capital city of Addis Abeba and a rural village.

Over the years we have learned that our supporters trust us because we provide maximum return on their investment. They also appreciate the way we focus on long-term, understanding that true results may not be felt for several years. To date, Tesfa has sent over $236,000 to fund rehabilitation projects in Ethiopia. Thank you, our supporters, for your constant assistance and for believing in what we are doing.
Every year, we work hard to raise funds to meet our annual budget requirements. We rely on your donations today to sustain our programs and continue to grow. The generosity of friends like you gives us hope and encouragement, and lets us know that good people are behind our efforts to create a better tomorrow.

Tesfa in Los Angeles needs you to help destitute families and rural communities in Ethiopia. To support Tesfa in Los Angeles and make your tax deductible donation click below.

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