Mission Africa

For the past 20 years, Mission Africa has been at the forefront of ensuring the holistic well-being of children and families in Africa and African residents across Western Washington. Our work in education, healthcare and poverty alleviation empowers Africans and African immigrants to live vibrant lives by providing critical programs and resources for the entire family unit. We increase access points and provide culturally relevant programs, services and information that supports assimilation, and ongoing opportunities for connection to community and resources for long-term stability.

Education:  Local & Global

We are rising together to impact educational initiatives in the communities we serve. At Mission Africa, we are dedicated to empowering communities through education locally. Whether through our annual backpack drive, where we have provided thousands of students in King County, Washington State, with essential school supplies, or our digital navigation classes, where we have equipped hundreds of learners of all ages to master computer basics and confidently navigate advanced programs, we continue to create opportunities and drive lasting change.

Notably, we're Rising Together to develop our African Community Leaders by providing training that teaches real-world skills. We empower local leaders with practical tools and insights to grow their leadership. Featuring dynamic guest speakers with interactive discussions, activities, and dinner. 

Mission Africa provides six-year education scholarships to 50 underprivileged high school students in the villages of Nigeria every year since 2008.

Healthcare:  Local & Global

At Mission Africa, healthcare is one of our three focus areas and is critical to our mission's success. Thanks to the support from our dedicated partners, volunteers, and donors, we continue to make significant impact!

• African Health Advocacy Project:  We advocate for better health and wellness across African communities in the Puget Sound focusing on education and empowerment of Immigrant Youth and families.
• Annual Free Medical Services:  We provides a free medical outreach in rural Nigerian villages annually and organize mobile clinics which include education on basic hygiene, proper nutrition, and HIV/AIDS awareness among community members. During the outreaches, we provide eyeglasses, and prescriptions, treating illnesses from the flu to malaria. The free outreach provides a platform to inform villagers on where to get tested on HIV/AIDS and referrals to the nearest health clinic.

Alleviating Poverty: Local & Global

At Mission Africa, we are proud of the strides we've made in alleviating poverty and supporting families in need.

Smiles at Christmas: Our "Smiles at Christmas" toy drive is one of our most anticipated events each year. We provide toys and warm clothing to families in need, ensuring that children can experience the joy of the holiday season without adding to their families' financial burdens.

Grocery Assistance Program: Our Food and Goods Pantry at our Federal Way office is a vital resource for local families, providing non-perishable foods and household items to alleviate the daily pressures of poverty. Stocked year-round, the pantry plays a key role in our Grocery Assistance Program.  

Small Business Empowerment: We provide micro loans to small businesses for responsible adults, providing small business training and counseling services