Hearts for Ethiopia is run 100% by volunteers!
Thank you - we are so grateful!

We run on heart.

That’s the only way to describe a grassroots organization like ours - a non-profit that’s donated more than $1 million to projects that empower women, care, provide for and educate children in Ethiopia. And it’s thanks to YOU.

We pay nothing for an office. We pay nothing for our storage. We have very limited expenses which allows our organization to direct donations to the projects we fund in Ethiopia. We harness the passion of over 100 volunteers across the country (and a few on the other side of the world)!

We’re proud to say your dollars are changing lives in Ethiopia. Every donation you make helps empower women, care for and educate children.

  • You are giving shelter to children living on the street, and bringing them back home to their families.

  • You are providing entrepreneurial and practical skills that help women earn a living.

  • You are sending kids to school with the clothes, shoes, and supplies they need to focus on their education.

  • You are providing the basic needs, guidance, love and support for children who were vulnerable and without.

  • You are the link to desperately needed healthcare services that mean women no longer have to suffer in pain and silence.

  • You are building confidence and capacity.

  • You are changing cycles of poverty.

  • You are inspiring young women to dream.

Volunteer Opportunities

 

For more information or to offer your time, talent and ideas (volunteer!), just send us an email.

 

Gems & Java

cleaning purses & Jewelry

  • Dates and Times TBD

during EVENTS

  • Variety of Volunteer Roles

Set up and clean up

  • Dates and Times TBD

  • Team Leaders Needed


Year-Long Involvement

committees

  • Board of Directors

  • Gems & Java Committee

  • Gems & Java Silent Auction Committee

  • Promotions Committee

  • Volunteer Engagement Committee

  • Education Committee

  • Finance Committee

  • Sponsorship Team

  • Communications Team

  • Logistics Team

Administrative Help

Specialized skills

  • Have a skill and want to get involved? We'd love to talk to you!


Fundraising

run an event or fundraiser for MWAHFE

  • Gems & Java… Time & Talent (Use your time and talent and turn them into a donation to support women and children in Ethiopia. LEARN MORE)

  • Mini Gems & Java

  • See "Community in Action" for some great ideas.

  • Use your own creative ideas!


Meet some of our amazing volunteers!

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Read the latest blog post about our donors!

Meet Our Board of Directors

FOUNDER & LEADER: Shelley Green

MEMBER: Lisa Miettinen

CHAIR: Lisa Miettinen

MEMBER: Skip Phoenix

MEMBER: Skip Phoenix

TREASURER: Kyle Easton

TREASURER: Kyle Easton

MEMBER: Suzanne Gascho

MEMBER: Shannon McNaughton Warren

SECRETARY:
Shannon McNaughton Warren

MEMBER: Kim Leuszler

 

Here are some ways that you can help:

  1. COLLECT and DONATE gently used jewellery and/or purses from friends, family, neighbours... anyone! Scroll down for where to drop them off.

  2. DONATE an item for our silent auction.

  3. CONNECT us with others who may be interested in helping our work.

  4. SHARE the work of our organization to your contacts.

  5. If you belong to a group, INVITE A SPEAKER from our organization to make a presentation at one of your meetings.

  6. PROVIDE financial assistance to our work through donations.

  7. ORGANIZE your own fundraising event to support the organization or a specific project.

  8. GEMS & JAVA… TIME & TALENT Use your time and talent and turn them into a donation to support women and children in Ethiopia. (Click here to learn more.)

    Have you donated funds that you collected using your Time & Talent? Let us know by CLICKING HERE!


Here is how you can help right now!

DONATE GENTLY USED PURSES AND JEWELLERY

Thank you to all of the businesses who collect donations on our behalf!
Here’s how you can find them…

Roberts & Co Ladies Wear
122 Thames St S, Ingersoll
481 Dundas St, Woodstock
Facebook: @robertsladieswear

Can-tario Brick & Stone
941 Juliana Dr., Woodstock
Facebook: @cantariobrickandstone

Maya Health Food Centre
55 Ingersoll Rd, Woodstock
Facebook: @mayahealthfoodcentre

Patina’s Gifts of Art & Craft
112 Thames St. S, Ingersoll
Facebook: @patinasingersoll

Rusted Tailgate Gifts & Decor
4218 Catherine St., Dorchester
Facebook: @Rusted-Tailgate-100081480524808

At the 100th Mile
23 Main St. W, Norwich
Facebook: @AtThe100thMile