Tsige Tessema
CEO/President/Executive Director
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Founded in 2016, Raeye Children Aid (RCA) is a non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Founded in 2016, Raeye Children Aid (RCA) is a non-profit organization committed to improving the lives of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our core mission is to provide access to quality education, vocational training, therapeutic programs, and innovative technology-based learning solutions. By creating an inclusive environment, we strive to empower children to realize their potential, achieve independence, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
CEO/President/Executive Director
Vice President
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Learn how our team, our programs, and our community partnerships are creating more support and opportunity for children and families.
Provided essential resources including exercise books, pencils, pens, school backpacks, drawing materials, Legos, and uniforms to children in public schools.
RCA was officially established with a board of directors. Services expanded to include snacks and tea/milk during school break times for enrolled children.
Received 70lb of colors, coloring books, and crayons from Bethany Kuster of Color for Kids. Materials were distributed to children at the Children's Day event in Ethiopia.
Board members and volunteer Dr. Joseph Shiferahu visited the children in Ethiopia, donating clothes for the kids and their families — strengthening the bridge between communities.
Training programs began in Ethiopia. RCA expanded to the United States, launching a computer coding program for kids with and without learning disabilities. A pivotal year for the organization.
An ambitious movement to collect, test, and ship computers to Yemane Berhan Public School in Ethiopia began. Devices were packed and shipped through the Ethiopian Embassy under the Medemer in Action program.
An ambitious movement to collect, test, and ship computers to Yemane Berhan Public School in Ethiopia began. Devices were packed and shipped through the Ethiopian Embassy under the Medemer in Action program.
RCA conducted two rounds of COVID emergency response, supporting families and children affected by the pandemic while continuing online coding classes.
Board members conducted a field visit to Ethiopia, re-engaging with the schools, families, and children. Productivity and programs continued with renewed energy.
Proposed expansion of the Raeye Technology Program to Ethiopia, bringing inclusive STEM education, AI training, and coding classes to children on the ground.
After years held at Ethiopian Airlines customs, donated computers and musical instruments were finally released — a long-awaited victory for the children and families RCA serves.
RCA organized a hands-on community event empowering the next generation through inclusive technology, cybersecurity awareness, and artificial intelligence — bridging the digital gap for all abilities.