TOGETHER WE ACCOMPLISHED IN 2023

As we step into the New Year, we at Mission Africa want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude and to reflect on the impactful journey we've shared.

Your unwavering support has been the cornerstone of our success!

January: We kicked off the year with our African Community Leader's Luncheon, fostering dialogue and collaboration for future endeavors.

February: Witness our Department of Commerce Funded Digital Navigation Classes in action, empowering individuals through technology.

March: Through our Grocery Assistance Project funded by Renton Regional Community Foundation, we provided essential groceries to community members.

April: Our reach extended internationally with our Annual Free Medical Outreach in Nigeria, Post Economic Recovery Microloans to small businesses, and an insightful visit to the Gates Foundation.

May: Education took a front seat as we supported our 50 scholarship students in Nigeria, covering their school fees and providing backpacks full of school supplies.

June: A celebration of Digital Navigation accomplishments, alongside mentoring local children through our Youth Summer Camp and the African Health Advocacy Project, funded by WA State Department of Health through Health Commons Project.

July: We participated in the SNAP Fresh for All Program, funded KC Public Health, educating and promoting the use of SNAP benefits at Farmers Markets.

August: We equipped local school children with essential school supplies for the new academic year and showcased diverse African cultures at a Multicultural Fair hosted by the City of Auburn.

September: We collaborated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, raising awareness on prostate health among African and African American men.

October: Our Annual Fundraiser luncheon brought together partners and community to celebrate our accomplishments and raise funds to continue our mission.

November: Our capacity building classes, funded by the Seattle Foundation, continued with leadership development and legal planning training for the African community, strengthening foundations for the future.

December: We rejoiced in the spirit of giving with the restart of our Digital Navigation classes funded by the Equity in Education Coalition (EEC), trained local youth on PC assembly, and hosted our annual 'Smiles at Christmas' community outreach.

These moments remind us of the power of community and the difference we can make when we come together. Your support is invaluable, and we look forward to another year of shared goals and transformative impact.

Thank you for being a part of our journey.

Here's to a new year filled with hope!