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Boy With a Ball Ethiopia
- Boy With a Ball Ethiopia
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A Solution for Youth in a Country of Young People
Addis Ababa stands as the political and cultural heart of Ethiopia, a rapidly growing capital known for its rich history, booming construction, international influence, and deep sense of resilience. As home to the African Union and a hub for innovation, education, and entrepreneurship across East Africa, the city represents tremendous opportunity and hope for the future. Yet beneath the energy and expansion of the city lies another reality. Too many young people face challenges that threaten their ability to flourish. Poverty, unemployment, displacement, limited access to mental health support, and widening inequality continue to impact countless families and communities. For many youth growing up in Addis Ababa, these barriers can make it difficult to fully realize their God-given potential and envision a hopeful path forward.
Addis Ababa stands as the political and cultural heart of Ethiopia, a rapidly growing capital known for its rich history, booming construction, international influence, and deep sense of resilience. As home to the African Union and a hub for innovation, education, and entrepreneurship across East Africa, the city represents tremendous opportunity and hope for the future. Yet beneath the energy and expansion of the city lies another reality. Too many young people face challenges that threaten their ability to flourish. Poverty, unemployment, displacement, limited access to mental health support, and widening inequality continue to impact countless families and communities. For many youth growing up in Addis Ababa, these barriers can make it difficult to fully realize their God-given potential and envision a hopeful path forward.
Who We Are
Boy With a Ball was founded in San Antonio, Texas, in 2001 to address gaps in local youth programming and to develop scalable solutions. Boy With a Ball’s innovative, team-based approach trains and releases large numbers of young people as passionate volunteers into some of our city’s toughest neighborhoods. The power of presence, long-term commitment, and our willingness to learn from those we serve have borne lasting fruit.
This grassroots method has been successfully replicated across the U.S., Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. Entire slums, refugee camps, and schools are becoming centers of change and development. Now, it is time to bring this proven model to Dallas.
Filling a Missional Gap
Boy With a Ball Ethiopia was launched in 2025 in partnership with Great Commission Ministries within four separate slums in Addis Ababa, which are facing significant challenges. The organization launches youth as changemakers who ignite citywide movements to transform hurting neighborhoods through an evidence-based approach called Love Your City.
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