What we do is for the development of Abomsa and Arbagugu

AADF is a non-profit organization which allows residents, NGOs, former residents, government and key local leaders to collectively find and contribute to the future vision and development of Abomsa and Arbagugu.

Objectives of the Foundation

1. The prevention, reduction or alleviation of poverty through employment creation and transfer of improved technologies.
2. The advancement of economy, social development and environmental protection or improvement.
3. The advancement of secondary and higher education
4. The advancement of healthcare and saving of lives.
5. The relief of those in need by reasons of age, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
6. The advancement of capacity building on the basis of Ethiopia’s economic development plan.

Our Mission

AADF and the Abomsa.org website exists to help you get information and participate in five areas of Arbagugu-Abomsa development: Education, Humanitarian assistance, Basic health and sanitation,  City planing and historical preservation, and attracting tourism and investment to Arbagugu.

We are here to coordinate and plan with you, committed to helping all of us to realize growth and success in our vision

“AADF has helped accomplish implementing Young Girls Educational program in Abomsa. AADF inspires its members to care for the young and needy in Arbagugu.

— AADF, United for Development

What We’ve Achieved

  • AADF is now a legally registered non-profit organization in the US
  • AADF organized Former Abomsa and Arbagugu residents in the US, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Australia.
  • AADF organized a Board and Executive Board members to lead the organization.
  • AADF is also working to establish chapters in Europe, Asia, Australia and Ethiopia.
  • AADF Executive Board approved its first project to start helping Young Girls in Abomsa. 
  • AADF Board approved its legal By-law by electing Board members who oversee the organization for the next three years.
  • AADF organized fund raising all over the world by registering former residents to participate.