The Great Rift Valley Innovation Summit is a first of its kind event presented by the Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund (EDTF), to foster tech-enabled innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture, healthcare, and education. This Summit includes a job fair and exhibitor hall to connect companies and startups to emerging talent, workshops and panel discussions, and our inaugural Great Rift Valley Pitch Competition, where startups from across the country will participate in Africa’s largest grant funding event: $750,000 in non-dilutive grant funding for the 18 most impactful companies!
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The Great Rift Valley Innovation Summit is a first of its kind event presented by the Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund.
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Working Together to Build a Better Ethiopia.

The Ethiopian Diaspora Trust Fund (EDTF) was founded to mobilize the global Diaspora community to support sustainable development projects in Ethiopia, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or politics. Donations are tax-deductible, and all decisions are made by the EDTF Board with donor input, free from government or institutional influence, empowering our community to directly impact the lives of communities in need.

About Us

Ethiopians for Ethiopians

02.Our Solution

As members of the Ethiopian diaspora, we feel a deep connection to our homeland and a responsibility to uplift vulnerable communities. We believe that the Ethiopian diaspora has a unique role to play in addressing these challenges. We possess a wealth of knowledge, skills, and resources that can be leveraged to support sustainable development, empower communities, and create lasting change. We are eager to collaborate with local organizations, invest in education and healthcare initiatives, and provide humanitarian aid where it is most needed. Our love for Ethiopia fuels our commitment to building a brighter future for all its people. We believe that by working together, we can overcome these obstacles and create a thriving, resilient Ethiopia that we can all be proud of.

  • $1,722,045+  

    To immediate relief efforts via our Relief Fund

  • $1,215,860 

    to our Current Projects

01.Working together to build a better Ethiopia.

Ethiopia faces complex and interconnected humanitarian challenges. Recurrent droughts, exacerbated by climate change, lead to food insecurity and displacement. Conflict and political instability further disrupt livelihoods and hinder access to basic services. While Ethiopia has made significant strides in development, millions still lack access to clean water, sanitation, and healthcare. Malnutrition rates remain high, particularly among children and women.

Philanthropic efforts in Ethiopia must address both immediate needs, such as food aid and emergency healthcare, and long-term solutions focused on sustainable development, education, and infrastructure. Investments in agriculture, water management, and climate resilience are crucial to building a more secure future. Empowering women and girls through education and economic opportunities is also key to breaking the cycle of poverty and vulnerability. Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage and diverse communities offer unique opportunities for philanthropy to partner with local organizations and support grassroots initiatives that foster self-reliance and resilience.

  • Support children in Ethiopia
  • Water wells Campaigns
  • Help mothers in Ethiopia
  • New schools in Ethiopia
Our Impact
Together, we can create a lasting legacy for Ethiopia.
$2.94M

awarded in grants and COVID-19 mitigation efforts

8,955

new students enrolled

2,380

parents, teachers, and women trained

57,502

Ethiopians served