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Ethiopia Rising

Celebrating 20 Years

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.

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.

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Remarkable

Results

In Medebay Zana

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

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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

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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.

5,000,000

Lives Impacted

Here is the story of one

Today, Yorda spends her days at the new high school in her village—instead of walking miles to collect water for her family. Learn more about the change in her village five years after Glimmer’s work completed.

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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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Field Notes

05/12/2020
Resilience, Now More Than Ever
In 2019, we saw important progress for some of the most vulnerable communities in the world. Glimmer enabled over 100,000 people across nine different ... Read More
03/01/2020
When his income doubles, farmer sees the benefits of sustainable agriculture
Mewucha lives on a small piece of land in his rural Ethiopian village. But without training or supplies, he was unable to use this ... 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. With a monthly commitment, you empower us to do even more. Even $15 makes a big difference.

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