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International Friendship Association (IFA) gGmbH is a legally registered non-profit corporation (HRB 108288 Frankfurt am Main), founded in 2017 and operating with full tax-exempt status. As a professional non-profit GmbH, we maintain the highest standards of financial transparency and accountability, with our annual financial statements certified by FSW.tax Steuerberatungsgesellschaft.

Registered Non-Profit Corporation | HRB 108288 Frankfurt | Tax-Deductible Donations

Recognized by the Frankfurt tax office as a tax-privileged nonprofit organization (§§ 51–68 AO), IFA gGmbH combines the operational flexibility of a corporation with the social commitment of a charitable organization.

Our Legal Purposes are rooted in three key areas of public benefit:

  • Supporting individuals who are politically, racially, or religiously persecuted, including refugees and displaced persons (§ 52 para. 2 no. 10 AO)

  • Promoting international understanding and peaceful coexistence (§ 52 para. 2 no. 13 AO)

  • Advancing development cooperation to address global challenges (§ 52 para. 2 no. 15 AO)

In alignment with these principles, our mission is to:

  • Empower refugee and diaspora communities in Germany by providing targeted support, resources, and opportunities for personal and professional growth

  • Promote successful integration of immigrant children and youth through educational initiatives and community engagement

  • Encourage peace and intercultural dialogue, fostering mutual respect and understanding among diverse cultures

  • Facilitate bilateral exchange between Germany and Ethiopia through conferences, workshops, and collaborative projects

  • Strengthen international development efforts by partnering with organizations and stakeholders to create sustainable solutions

  • Support disadvantaged groups in Ethiopia, especially women and children, through impactful sponsorship and empowerment programs

As a professionally managed gGmbH, we bring corporate-level accountability to our social mission, ensuring that every donation and grant is used efficiently and transparently to maximize community impact.

Together, we strive to build inclusive communities, foster global solidarity, and create pathways to a better future for all.


Intercultural Integration: Our Professional Approach to Building an Inclusive Society

At IFA gGmbH, we approach intercultural integration as a strategic investment in social cohesion—one that delivers measurable returns in community resilience, economic participation, and cultural enrichment.

True intercultural integration means equal participation in every aspect of social life—economic, legal, political, and cultural. It is not a one-way process but a mutual transformation, enriching both newcomers and the host society.

Our evidence-based methodology recognizes that integration thrives in everyday community spaces: neighborhoods, workplaces, educational institutions, and local organizations. It cannot succeed through isolated efforts—it demands commitment from all members of society, both with and without migrant backgrounds, supported by effective policies and professional implementation.

As a registered non-profit corporation, we bring professional management and strategic oversight to integration work, ensuring that every program delivers maximum community impact while maintaining full financial transparency.

Why our approach works:

  • Professional Program Design - Structured interventions with clear outcomes

  • Community-Led Solutions - Developed with and for the communities we serve

  • Measurable Impact - Regular assessment and transparent reporting

  • Sustainable Models - Programs designed for long-term community benefit

Building an integrated society is not just an ideal; it is a collective responsibility that strengthens social cohesion and unlocks the full potential of diversity. Through professional, collaborative action, we create communities where everyone belongs and contributes.


"Together in Frankfurt": Building Intercultural Bridges Through Our Youngest Generation

A professionally managed initiative by IFA gGmbH that strategically invests in Frankfurt's social future by fostering intercultural connections among children. This evidence-based program addresses social cohesion at its roots, creating lasting impact through early intervention.

Our Approach:
Through structured neighborhood engagement, guided artistic expression, and inclusive participation frameworks, this project delivers measurable outcomes in community integration.

Program Impact:

  • Strengthens Community Bonds - Building trust and relationships across cultural divides

  • Accelerates Social Integration - Creating shared experiences that break down barriers

  • Celebrates Diversity - Using creative arts to honor and explore different cultural backgrounds

  • Empowers Youth Leadership - Developing children as active community builders and change-makers

Why This Matters:
As a registered non-profit corporation, we bring professional program management to ensure every activity delivers maximum community benefit. Our methodology combines proven integration strategies with innovative approaches tailored to Frankfurt's diverse neighborhoods.

Measurable Outcomes:

  • Increased cross-cultural friendships among participants

  • Enhanced sense of belonging and community connection

  • Improved intercultural understanding and empathy

  • Strengthened social networks across diverse groups

Through carefully designed interactive activities and collaborative learning experiences, we're building sustainable bridges between cultures and creating a more inclusive, vibrant Frankfurt – starting with its youngest residents.

Because when children connect today, entire communities grow stronger tomorrow.


Children's Programme: Strategic Intervention for Vulnerable Youth in Ethiopia

A professionally managed international development initiative by IFA gGmbH addressing the critical needs of children affected by HIV/AIDS in Ethiopia. As a registered German non-profit corporation, we bring structured, transparent, and impactful interventions to one of the most pressing humanitarian challenges.

The Challenge:
The devastating impact of HIV/AIDS has left countless orphans across Ethiopia, creating profound intergenerational challenges. Children are among the most vulnerable, with many orphaned or affected by the virus. The lifelong consequences threaten their physical, emotional, and social development, risking a lost generation with limited opportunities for growth and contribution.

Our Strategic Response:
Through targeted sponsorship programs and community-based support systems, we implement sustainable solutions that address both immediate needs and long-term development.

Program Framework:

  • Educational Support - Ensuring access to schooling and learning materials

  • Health & Nutrition - Providing essential healthcare and nutritional support

  • Psychosocial Care - Addressing emotional trauma and building resilience

  • Community Integration - Reducing stigma through awareness and inclusion programs

  • Sustainable Development - Creating pathways to self-sufficiency and economic participation

Our Impact Methodology:
As a professionally managed gGmbH, we employ evidence-based approaches with transparent monitoring and evaluation. Each intervention is designed to deliver measurable outcomes in child development, educational attainment, and community integration.

Why Our Approach Works:

  • Professional Oversight - German-standard financial transparency and program management

  • Community Partnership - Working with local organizations for culturally appropriate solutions

  • Sustainable Models - Programs designed for long-term impact beyond immediate relief

  • Measurable Outcomes - Regular assessment and reporting to ensure effectiveness

Without strategic intervention, these children face a cycle of poverty, stigma, and diminished opportunities. Our professionally managed programs are critical to breaking this cycle and ensuring a brighter tomorrow for Ethiopia's next generation.

Through structured, accountable interventions, we're building foundations for lasting change.


Child Sponsorship: Real Impact, Measurable Change

A Transparent Partnership for Children's Futures

Today's Children Are Tomorrow's Leaders – Sponsor a Child Through IFA gGmbH

Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in a safe, nurturing environment. As a registered German non-profit corporation, IFA gGmbH offers a transparent, accountable child sponsorship program that creates meaningful, lasting change in the lives of vulnerable children in Ethiopia.

Your sponsorship does more than provide aid – it builds futures through structured support:

Essential Care & Development:

  • Nutrition & Health - Regular nutritious meals and basic healthcare

  • Education Access - School fees, supplies, and educational support

  • Safe Environment - Protective services and stable living conditions

  • Holistic Development - Psychosocial support and extracurricular activities

For just €30 per month (€360 annually), you become a direct partner in transforming a child's life. In Ethiopia, where need is most acute, this contribution provides comprehensive support that addresses both immediate needs and long-term development.

Why Sponsor Through IFA gGmbH?

  • Full Financial Transparency - As a registered GmbH, we provide complete accountability

  • Professional Program Management - Structured interventions with measurable outcomes

  • Direct Impact Reporting - Regular updates on your sponsored child's progress

  • Tax-Deductible in Germany - Official donation receipts provided

  • Sustainable Approach - Community-based solutions for lasting change

Your Generosity Creates Real Change
Every contribution—whether monthly sponsorship, one-time donation, or grant—enables IFA gGmbH to extend our professional, accountable support to more marginalized children. Even small, consistent support creates transformative impact.

Join our community of change-makers today. Sponsor a child and become part of their journey toward a brighter, more hopeful future—with the confidence that comes from working with a professionally managed German non-profit organization.

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Educational Support: Equipping Orphaned and Marginalized Children for Success


A Strategic Intervention by IFA gGmbH

Education is the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty. Through our professionally managed educational support program, IFA gGmbH provides essential learning materials to orphaned and marginalized children in Ethiopia, creating pathways to long-term success.

How Your Support Transforms Education:

Provision of Comprehensive Educational Materials:

  • 📚 School Supplies - Textbooks, notebooks, pens, and learning aids

  • 🎒 School Kits - Backpacks, uniforms, and essential equipment

  • 💻 Learning Tools - Educational technology and digital resources where available

  • 🎨 Creative Materials - Art supplies and educational games for holistic development

  • 📖 Library Resources - Books and reading materials to foster literacy

Why Educational Materials Matter:
For orphaned and marginalized children, the lack of basic school supplies often means the difference between attending school or dropping out. Our structured provision of educational materials ensures that financial barriers don't prevent vulnerable children from accessing quality education.

Our Professional Approach:
As a registered German non-profit corporation, IFA gGmbH ensures that every educational resource is:

  • Quality-Checked - Materials meet educational standards

  • Age-Appropriate - Tailored to specific learning levels and needs

  • Sustainable - Durable resources that last throughout the school year

  • Locally Sourced - Supporting local economies where possible

Impact of Your Support:

  • Increased School Attendance - Removing material barriers to education

  • Improved Academic Performance - Proper tools for effective learning

  • Enhanced Self-Confidence - Children equipped to participate fully

  • Long-Term Empowerment - Education as a pathway out of poverty

Through targeted educational support, we're not just providing supplies—we're opening doors to brighter futures for Ethiopia's most vulnerable children.



Enhancing Girls' Education: A Strategic Initiative for Gender Equality and Empowerment

A Professionally Managed Development Program by IFA gGmbH

Our Mission: To implement sustainable, community-centered development initiatives that create measurable socio-economic improvement, with strategic focus on vulnerable children and women in rural Ethiopia.

Project Context: Addressing Educational Gender Inequality in Dodola District

In the Dodola District (Oromia Region, West Arsi Zone, Ethiopia), systemic poverty creates significant barriers to education for marginalized girls. Many promising students, particularly orphans, are forced to abandon secondary education due to financial constraints and lack of family support systems.

The educational crisis is compounded by severe safety concerns. To access schooling, girls often relocate to urban areas, living in precarious arrangements that expose them to exploitation, early pregnancy, and HIV infection—risks heightened by limited awareness of protective measures and rights.

IFA gGmbH's Strategic Intervention

As a registered German non-profit corporation, we employ evidence-based approaches to create sustainable change. Our Dodola District initiative addresses both immediate barriers and root causes through a comprehensive, three-pillar framework:

1. Educational Access & Support

  • Full scholarship coverage for secondary school fees and materials

  • School uniforms, textbooks, and essential learning resources

  • Transportation assistance and educational stipends

  • Academic tutoring and learning support programs

2. Health & Safety Protection

  • Structured HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention education

  • Personal safety training and self-protection skills development

  • Regular health check-ups and sanitary support

  • Safe accommodation solutions and guardian oversight

3. Empowerment & Mentorship

  • Professional mentoring programs with trained local advisors

  • Leadership development and life skills training

  • Career guidance and future planning support

  • Peer support networks and community engagement

Our Methodology: Professional Implementation for Measurable Impact

  • Needs-Based Selection - Transparent identification of most vulnerable beneficiaries

  • Structured Program Management - German-standard monitoring and evaluation

  • Community Partnership - Collaboration with local organizations and schools

  • Sustainable Approach - Building local capacity for long-term success

  • Full Financial Transparency - Regular reporting and accountability measures

Expected Outcomes:

  • 85% increase in secondary school enrollment among targeted girls

  • Significant reduction in school drop-out rates

  • Improved academic performance and retention

  • Enhanced health awareness and safety knowledge

  • Development of future female leaders and change-makers

This strategic intervention represents a proven investment in gender equality, education access, and community transformation—delivered with the professional oversight expected of a German non-profit corporation.

Second Grant from Grace Impact gGmbH Boosts Girls' Education in Dodola

Thanks to renewed support from Grace Impact gGmbH, IFA is expanding its educational program for orphaned and marginalized girls in Dodola District, Oromia.

This second donation has enabled 30 high-achieving primary school graduates to receive:

  • Complete educational materials

  • School uniforms

  • School bags

The initiative continues IFA's strategic partnership with Grace Impact gGmbH to create sustainable educational pathways for vulnerable girls in rural Ethiopia.


A Strategic Initiative by IFA gGmbH 



Rural women in Ethiopia remain among the most marginalized groups, often confined to household roles without access to education, financial independence, or decision-making power. This project delivers structured empowerment through:

Leadership and right based orientation 

Income Generating Activities (IGA) 

Skill-based training for self-reliance 

Income Generating Activities (IGA) 

Savings and loan groups

Functional Adult Literacy 

Through these interventions, IFA gGmbH enables vulnerable women to achieve economic independence, social participation, and sustainable livelihoods.

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Establishing a Center of Excellence in Ethiopia 

In alignment with our mission, we are proud to spearhead a groundbreaking project to establish a multipurpose Training Center of Excellence in Ethiopia. This initiative is designed to address critical local and international workforce needs while fostering sustainable development.

Key Objectives:

  • Capacity Building: Providing tailored training programs to develop the skills and capabilities of Ethiopia’s workforce.
  • Job Creation: Generating meaningful employment opportunities within the Ethiopian economy.
  • Workforce Empowerment: Equipping individuals with competencies to meet labor demands in both Ethiopia and Germany.
  • Bridging Skill Gaps: Addressing labor shortages in Germany through cross-border skill development and collaboration.
  • Language Training: Offering German language instruction to job seekers preparing for opportunities in Germany.
  • Vocational Education and Training (VET): Implementing action-oriented learning programs in vocational education and training.
  • State-of-the-Art Training Facility: Equipping the multipurpose center with cutting-edge tools and methodologies to provide high-quality training and education.

Join Us

Through these efforts, IFA gGmbH is committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of individuals and communities, both locally and internationally. By creating pathways for skill development, integration, and collaboration, we aim to build a brighter future for all.

We invite you to partner with us, support our initiatives, and join our mission to inspire change and foster understanding. Together, we can make a difference.

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From Root to Roast – Supporting Sustainable Coffee Communities

🌱 Why Coffee Matters

Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee and one of the world's most prominent coffee producers. Despite this legacy, many coffee farmers in rural Ethiopia lack access to modern farming techniques, quality control methods, and international markets. As a result, their coffee fetches lower prices, and they remain trapped in cycles of poverty.

Coffee is more than just a beverage—it's a way of life for millions of smallholder farmers in Ethiopia, the birthplace of Arabica coffee. Ethiopia’s highlands produce some of the finest coffee in the world, yet many farmers live in poverty, lacking access to training, market opportunities, and fair prices for their harvest.

At the International Friendship Association (IFA), we believe that empowering rural coffee farmers is key to sustainable development, environmental protection, and community well-being.

🎯 Our Mission in Coffee

IFA partners with local governments, cooperatives, and global stakeholders to:

✅ Provide training in sustainable coffee farming—from planting to post-harvest handling
✅ Support the formation of farmer cooperatives to increase bargaining power
✅ Facilitate direct market access to ethical buyers and European roasters
✅ Promote environmental stewardship through agroforestry and organic practices
✅ Help farmers achieve certifications (e.g., Fairtrade, Organic, Rainforest Alliance)

Empowering Ethiopia’s coffee farmers is not just about agriculture—it is about dignity, sustainability, and economic freedom. By supporting this initiative, stakeholders will contribute to improved livelihoods, environmental protection, and a stronger Ethiopian coffee industry.

🌍 A Global Bridge

Through our dual presence in Germany and Ethiopia, we serve as a bridge between farmers and the global coffee industry. Our work enables farmers to reach international markets, receive fairer prices, and invest in their families and communities.

🤝 Get Involved

You can help us make a difference:

  • 💸 Donate to support training programs and tools
  • 🤝 Partner with us as an ethical buyer or distributor
  • 🌱 Sponsor a farmer or cooperative
  • 📬 Contact us to learn more about ongoing coffee projects

📌 Impact Snapshot (2025 Goals)

  • 👩‍🌾 1,000 farmers trained
  • 🌍 5 new international buyer partnerships
  • 🌱 20 active farmer cooperatives
  • 🌿 500 hectares under sustainable practices

📞 Want to Roast With Purpose?

Whether you’re a coffee lover, roaster, or impact investor—join us in transforming lives through coffee. Together, we can make every cup count.

Partner with us and turn every cup of coffee into a story of hope and opportunity.

 👉 Contact us: ifa@ifa-ifa.org  

📞 Phone: +49 15756161727   

  • GIEßENER STR 16
  • D60435 Frankfurt Deutschland

Gemeda Nure Firo

Kume Dube Hebbo

Dr. Barbara Krampitz

Anass Faiz

Dejene Abdissa

Sirabuzu Sirak Bedaso

Ifa Bati Bullo

Dr.Teshome Sirak Bedaso

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Provider Identification:
International Friendship Association (IFA) gGmbH
Gießener Str. 16
60435 Frankfurt am Main
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 15756161727
E-mail: ifa@ifa-ifa.org
Legal Representation:
The company is legally represented by the Managing Directors :
  • Gemeda Nure Firo
  • Kume Dube Hebbo
Commercial Register Entry:
International Friendship Association (IFA) gGmbH is a legally registered non-profit limited company (gemeinnützige GmbH) in the commercial register (Handelsregister) of the local court (Amtsgericht) of Frankfurt am Main under registration number HRB 108288.Supervisory Authority:
Frankfurt am Main Tax Office (Finanzamt Frankfurt am Main III)
Tax Number: 14 255 657037
Non-Profit Status:
Recognized as a tax-privileged non-profit organization pursuant to Sections 51 et seq. of the German Fiscal Code (Abgabenordnung).