Life Center Ethiopia
Inspiration and Mission
At Life Center Ethiopia, our work is deeply rooted in the word of God and the teachings of Jesus Christ. We believe in the transformative power of His love and compassion, and we strive to embody these principles in all that we do.
Guided by our faith, we are committed to:
1

Serving with
Compassion
Following the example of Jesus, we serve the most vulnerable in our community with unconditional love & compassion.
2

Empowering
Through Faith
We provide not only physical and educational support but also spiritual guidance, helping individuals find hope and strength through faith.
3

Building a
Loving Community
Our programs foster a sense of belonging and community, reflecting Jesus’s teachings of unity, support, and love for one another.
4

Empower Each Person we Serve
to be a Community Changemaker
Poverty seeks to make people feel helpless. But we want each child, student and widow we serve to know that they can have a positive impact on their community. Being a community changemaker gives back ownership and dignity, while also making a positive impact on families, neighborhoods and the entire country of Ethiopia!
“This program has the potential to inspire a ripple effect of transformation, not only strengthening families and neighborhoods but also contributing to Ethiopia’s long-term development and prosperity. By investing in people, we invest in the future of our nation.”
– Tamrat Layne
Former Prime Minister of Ethiopia
Meet Azeb
A Life Center Ethiopia Success Story
Azeb Alayu’s life has been marked by profound challenges and relentless hope. Raised in Sekota town, she became a caregiver for three children while still a child herself, a responsibility that made her dreams seem unreachable. Seeking a better future, she journeyed to an Arab country, only to endure years of grueling labor and hardship. Returning to Ethiopia, she felt broken, burdened by debt, and unsure of her path forward.
Everything changed when Azeb found Life Center Ethiopia. More than just aid, Life Center offered her family support, and belief in her potential. With their guidance, she began to heal, rediscover her purpose, and dream again. Today, Azeb is starting a tea shop and expanding into other services to build a sustainable future for herself and her community.
Grateful for Life Center’s unwavering support, Azeb shares, “You have been a light in my darkest moments, treating me as a person of worth and potential. Life Center is not just an organization—it is a home and a source of endless blessings.” Azeb shares her journey of resilience and transformation with those around her, using her story to inspire hope and motivate others to overcome their challenges. Her testimony empowers others to believe in their own potential and take steps toward building a brighter future, fostering positive change within her community.
Our
Programs
Through our comprehensive programs, we provide education, healthcare, impactful competencies, and economic opportunities by empowering individuals to transform their own lives and those around them.
Child Enrichment
Program
Providing a lifeline for children bound by poverty, offering them the support and resources they need to thrive through education, healthcare and emotional support.
Widow Empowerment
Program
By providing essential skills, training, mentorship and access to microloans, we enable widows to break free from the cycle of poverty and foster economic independence.
Collaborative Ventures
Program
This program takes support to the next level by fostering team-based businesses, equipping participants with business skills and pairing them in collaborative ventures.