Updates
News from the field
Announcements, project reports and community stories from our humanitarian work across the Horn of Africa.
Latest update Thank You for Your Endorsement — DGR Status Confirmed
Our application for charity tax concessions and Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status has been finalised, effective from 20 November 2025 — meaning donations to the Foundation are now tax-deductible for Australian supporters.
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21st Container Fundraising Target Reached!
We're proud to announce the successful completion of our fundraising target for the 21st humanitarian shipment — a 40-foot container of essential medical equipment bound for Dubti Referral Hospital in the Afar Regional State of Ethiopia.
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22 Pairs of Soccer Boots Donated to Yedenekachew Football Club
In partnership with the Rotary Club of Footscray and Donations in Kind, we distributed 22 pairs of soccer boots to Yedenekachew Football Club — supporting young people and local sport in the Horn of Africa community.
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New Fuso Truck to Boost Equipment Collection Across Victoria
Thanks to a grant from the Footscray Rotary Aged and Community Service Fund and the Australian Light Foundation, we've purchased a Fuso Truck 515 City Cab to collect donated medical equipment from hospitals across Victoria.
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20th Container Reaches Dilchora Referral Hospital, Dire Dawa
Our 20th container of essential medical goods has reached its destination at Dilchora Referral Hospital in Dire Dawa City Administration, Ethiopia, following an unloading ceremony attended by city officials, hospital leadership and community members.
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