Saba’s Story
Saba was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. After contracting Polio as a child, she went through surgeries and therapies at an early age that helped her gain the ability to walk. At 14, Saba came to the United States with her family and began her new life.
Then, in her 30s, Saba returned to Ethiopia – and her life’s calling began. Click here to to learn more.
Our Results
To date, we’ve distributed thousands of wheelchairs along with additional therapy and rehabilitation equipment.
Our vision is that Ethiopia would see mobility and dignity for every citizen, that no child or adult would have to crawl on the floor or bear the shame of being unable to move freely.
Your support allows us to save lives and to proclaim God’s love to every man, woman and child. Since 2019, your gifts have made tremendous impact.
Wheelchairs Delivered
Crutches, Walkers, Canes
Still Waiting
Our Strategy
Receive and Refurbish
We receive and refurbish donated wheelchairs and other mobility devices from individuals, nursing homes, and ministry partners around the world.
Ship Overseas
We pack and ship standard cargo containers for the voyage to East Africa and overland hauling to Ethiopia. Shipping is our largest expense.
Distribute in Ethiopia
We work closely with local leaders to ensure our wheelchairs reach those in greatest need. We fit wheelchairs to adults, youth, and children.
Our Focus
We provide wheelchairs to adults, teens, and children throughout Ethiopia — from the cities to the rural villages. This map shows some of the locations where our wheelchairs have changed lives for good.
Ethiopia is a nation with …
- Population of 115 million
- 80% rural, 20% urban
- One of the world’s oldest cultures
- Ethnic diversity, with 100+ languages
- Religious diversity, primarily Orthodox Christian, Muslim, Protestant, Roman Catholic, and traditional beliefs.
Vision
No more crawling on the floor!
Fostering dignity through mobility.
Mission
Our mission is to show God’s love in a tangible way by providing an accessible solution to each person in need of a wheelchair or other mobility device in Ethiopia.
1 John 2:17 – The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives
forever.
Values
- Dignity: We provide those who face the challenges of immobility the opportunity to work, learn, lead and serve with dignity and respect.
- Faith: We abide by the teachings of Jesus and trust God to guide and sustain our mission and vision.
- Teamwork: As a volunteer-empowered organization, we rely on each other and the God-given talents each of us bring to the effort. We respect and encourage each other in our decisions and actions.
- Stewardship: We manage funds and resources effectively and meet the responsibilities our mission partners
require of us. - Flexibility: We are ready to be innovative and follow God’s guidance. We discern His will through prayerful consideration and inclusive decision-making.
Financial Transparency
Agape Mobility Ethiopia’s annual not-for-profit tax filings (Form 990) are available always at this link: https://apps.irs.gov/app/eos/
Click here to download our 2024 Form 990-e.
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