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Resilience For
Ethiopia

Glimmer was founded in 2000 to ease some pain and suffering on the planet. With an intentional focus on Ethiopia, we set out to end poverty and illuminate lives in the most remote, forgotten communities.

We Stand
With Ethiopia

In the face of a global health pandemic and a humanitarian crisis in Tigray, we are committed to building resilience for the vulnerable families of rural Ethiopia. Read about our reflections on the crises of 2020 and how we are moving forward with deepened resolve.

Our 2020 Report

Roadmap to End Poverty

Glimmer supports the essential life needs of stable income, education and good health. We take into account the entire ecosystem of rural Ethiopian communities and work in partnership with the people to strengthen existing systems. We envision prosperity and health for Ethiopian families so that they can be resilient to the inevitable challenges of rural life.

See Our Strategy
The deeper you go into a community, the greater the opportunity for life to change and to be sustained across generations.
–Donna Berber, Executive Chair and Glimmer Founder

Invest In Greater
Impact

Holistic Approach

We address the roots of poverty with projects that come together to hold up resilient, thriving communities.

High Return On Investment

We apply 100% of every donation directly to projects in rural Ethiopia. Our endowment covers all operating costs so your donation goes farther.

Proof Of Impact

We show you where your dollars are hard at work. Village updates connect you to the people you directly impact.

Remarkable

Results

In Medebay Zana

Halfway through Glimmer's five year project in rural Ethiopia, families' lives are being transformed.

See Our Progress

More Than10,000

Projects Completed

And many more in progress.

Our holistic approach is bringing comprehensive change to rural villages across Ethiopia.

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Our Blog:

Field Notes

07/09/2021
Tigray: Humanitarian crisis continues
On June 28, the Ethiopian government declared a ceasefire and the Tigray Defense Forces took control of Mekelle, the region’s capital. The subsequent communication ... Read More
07/01/2021
Despite Covid, rural farmers are building back stronger
While Covid-19 continues to spread in Ethiopia, we are seeing the impact of loans and trainings for a new group of borrowers in Oda ... Read More
Give Directly With Glimmer

Every dollar you donate goes directly to lifesaving projects in rural Ethiopia. Our endowment covers all operating costs, so your giving goes farther with Glimmer.

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