FOR THE CULTURE
Celebrating Ethiopian heritage through traditional and contemporary dance while bringing generations together through culture.
Colorado Ethiopian Community
Building a Stronger Ethiopian Community in Colorado
Connecting generations, preserving culture, supporting families, and creating opportunities for Colorado's Ethiopian community.
Who we are
Community. Culture. Connection.
Colorado Ethiopian Community is a nonprofit serving Ethiopian individuals and families across Colorado through cultural programs, youth development, community resources, education, wellness initiatives, and community events โ including our signature annual celebration, Ethiopian Day.
Culture
Experience Ethiopian Culture
Celebrating our heritage through dance, music, community, and tradition.
Ethiopian Cultural Dance
Experience the energy, traditions, and diversity of Ethiopian dance performed by talented members of our community.
Ethiopian Day 2026 ยท Past event
Thank You for Making Ethiopian Day a Success! ๐ช๐น
A huge thank you to all of our amazing sponsors, vendors, volunteers, performers, community partners, and everyone who came out to celebrate Ethiopian culture and community with us. Your support helped make Ethiopian Day a memorable event, and we are incredibly grateful for everyone who helped bring it to life.
With gratitude
Our Sponsors, Partners & Performers
Ethiopian Day is powered by local businesses, organizations, artists, and volunteers.
Arif Printing
Official Printing Partner
Dereje Geteye
Best Ethiopian Dancer
Tigest Dereje
Best Ethiopian Traditional Dancer
Selamwite Shewarega
Best Ethiopian Dancer
Keduse Abuhay / DJ KD
Featured DJ
For the Culture
Youth Cultural Group
TM3 Martial Arts Academy
Taekwondo Demo ยท Led by Mulat Biru
Askkanwii Filmmaking Hub Incubator
Movie Night Partner ยท Outdoor Screening
And to every vendor, volunteer, and family who joined us at Centennial Center Park โ thank you.
Beyond Ethiopian Day
CEC Programs Year-Round
Ethiopian Day is one day. Our programs run all year โ from youth and culture to wellness, careers, and mutual aid.
Youth & Leadership
Mentorship, leadership development, and college readiness for Ethiopian American youth.
Learn moreCultural Programs
Language, music, coffee ceremony, and heritage programming that keep Ethiopian culture alive in Colorado.
Learn moreMental Health & Wellness
Culturally responsive wellness programming, support groups, and referrals for individuals and families.
Learn moreCommunity Support & Edir
Traditional Edir mutual-aid support that stands with families during illness, loss, and hardship.
Learn moreBusiness & Professional Development
Workshops, internships, and networking that help members build careers and small businesses in Colorado.
Learn moreCommunity Events
Ethiopian Day, Adwa Day, the General Assembly, and gatherings that bring the community together.
Learn moreแจแแซ แแจแณแ แแ แ แญ ยท Mutual aid
CEC Edir
Our Edir stands with families during loss, illness, unemployment, and disability. Over 1,000 members support one another, with a $15,000 benefit paid in time of loss.
Community impact
Our Impact
A snapshot of our work. Figures shown as a dash are being verified and will be published once confirmed.
- Community members served
- โCommunity members served
- Interns supported in 2025โ2026
- 13Interns supported in 2025โ2026
- Internship partner organizations
- 7Internship partner organizations
- Community events each year
- โCommunity events each year
Working together
Community Partners
We work alongside local organizations, schools, and agencies to serve Colorado families.
- Spring Institute
- Ardent Grove Foundation
- Center for Immigrants and Immigration Services
- Aurora Public Schools
- Lasting Peace Counseling
- Hand to the Future
Get involved
There's a Place for You in Our Community
Time, partnership, or a gift โ every contribution strengthens the community.
Volunteer
Give a few hours at an event or lend a professional skill to a program.
Volunteer with usBecome a Partner
Organizations, schools, and businesses partner with CEC to serve the community.
Partner with CECDonate
Support cultural programming, youth development, and community services.
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