Ethiopia Pitch Day
Pitch Day 1
- Date: April 9, 2025
- Time: 8:30AM–11:30AM
- Location: Institute of Ethiopian Standards
Pitch Day 2
- Date: April 11, 2025
- Time: 8:30AM–11:30AM
- Location: Gamo Development Association Nech Sar Hotel
Contact the Ethiopia Office
Email Address: [email protected]
Country Director: Heywot HM Kidane-Mariam
Ethiopia Pitch Day projects 2025
Secondary school construction
Volunteer: Surafel Daniel
Project Description: Duguna Kercheche Secondary and Preparatory Schools are addressing overcrowding and student dropout—particularly among girls—by building four new classrooms using local materials and community labor. The project is guided by Human-Centered Design and Community-Led Development principles to ensure sustainability and community ownership.
Fundraising Target: ETB 229,812; US $1,682.68
Spring Water Storage Construction
Volunteer: Betelhem Tesfaye
Project Description: The Kenteri Kebele community in Tenku Village successfully completed the construction of a spring water storage system, providing clean drinking water to 220 households. The project helps reduce waterborne diseases and improve hygiene. Training and a monitoring plan have been implemented to ensure the system’s long-term sustainability and reinforce community self-reliance.
Fundraising Target: 179,171.5 ETB; US $1,312
School Renovation
Volunteer: Liliane Iradukunda
Project Description: Diri Elementary School, plagued by leaking roofs and damaged infrastructure, is undergoing a much-needed renovation of three classrooms. The project aims to repair structural issues and refresh the learning space. This effort will benefit 473 students and 39 teachers, fostering a safer, more motivating environment for education.
Fundraising Target: 72,020 ETB; US $527
250-meter Irrigation Canal
Volunteer: Yalelet Fikire
Project Description: The Dembile Ossa community has launched a project to construct a 250-meter lined irrigation canal and a small diversion weir to tackle water loss and boost agricultural productivity for 50 households. The initiative promotes sustainable water management. It aims to improve food security and strengthen the livelihoods of local farmers.
Fundraising Target: 200,000 ETB; US $1,464
Primary School Renovation
Volunteer: Meron Solomon
Project Description: The Buyo Kechema community has successfully renovated their kindergarten classroom, transforming a dusty and uninviting space into a cleaner, safer, and more engaging environment for young learners. The project was carried out in three phases: material procurement, three weeks of renovation, and a community showcase. This initiative has significantly improved learning conditions and includes plans for long-term maintenance to sustain the impact.
Fundraising Target: 322,734 ETB; US $2,363
Horticulture Project: Seedlings, Vegetables, and Compost
Volunteer: Blen Yemane
Project Description: The Galcha Sake community is launching a small-scale horticulture center to tackle high unemployment among its 183 university graduates. The project will focus on seedling production, vegetable farming, and organic fertilizer-making. This asset-based initiative aims to equip graduates with sustainable horticulture skills, generate income, and benefit the broader community of 3,886 people.
Fundraising Target: 355,425 ETB; US $2,602
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