MWF,
Where Excellence
Meets Recognition
MWF is one of the most respected and trusted NGOs of its kind, having received six international awards and three national awards since 2017 G.C.
Celebrating Excellence & Impact
Over the years, Mathiwos Wondu Foundation has been honored for its contribution to cancer care, humanitarian service, health advocacy, and community development.
Bego Sew Humanitarian Award
Mathiwos Wondu Foundation has been recognized by the 12th Bego Sew Humanitarian Award The award ceremony was attended by Ethiopian President her Excellency Sahlework Zewde, and a number of respected guests. The Bego Sew Humanitarian Award is an annual program dedicated to honoring individuals of noble character and inspiring the cultivation of goodness in others. It recognizes achievement in arrange of categories such as social responsibility, education, science and technology, arts, philanthropy, business and entrepreneurship, effective fulfillment of responsibility by governmental institutions, heritage culture and tourism, social studies, media and journalism. During the 2016 E.C ceremony 32 institutions and individuals were recognized under 11 categories. One of them was Mathiwos Wondu Foundation. Our foundation received recognition under the philanthropic sector category for its contribution in supporting cancer patients and their families over the years. Mrs. Mizan Wondu, Mr Wondu Bekele daughter, received the award on behalf of Mr. Wondu. During the ceremony she delivered a speech and thanked the organizers indicating in the past 20 years, the society has fought cancer and is now expanding to fight broader non-communicable diseases and their risk factors. She also requested concerted support for the success of the visionary “Healthy Africa” project. Meanwhile, she thanked the board members, staff, cancer patients and their families, and volunteers for their continued effort in making the foundation a success.
Enabler of Vision Award
Enabler of Vision Award presented during the International Conference on Gender and Sustainability (ICOGAS), being held at a side event of the United Nations meeting in New York, USA in 2017.
Distinguished Community Social Service Award
Distinguished Community Social Service Award from People to People/P2P/NGO formed by Ethiopian Diaspora in North America with more than 5,000 Doctors and Engineers.
CEO Award
CEO Award Nominated among the three finalists and runner up for the International Union Against Cancer/ with more than 1,200 cancer organizations, ministry of health and research organizations/ CEO Award in 2018.
Warrior Against Cancer award
MWF received Warrior Against Cancer award from John Damonti, President of BMSF at BMSF-STF 20th Anniversary program being held in Durban, South Africa, August 27, 2019, Durban, South Africa.
World No Tobacco Day Award
World No Tobacco Day Award, Mr. Wondu Bekele, Executive Director of MWECS, nominated as one of the six recipients of World Health Organization World No Tobacco Day Award 2020 from Africa Region.
Center of Excellence
By implementing organizational reforms based on technical support provided by USAID LCD team in the areas of financial management, project management, monitoring and evaluation and sustainability, MWF was awarded a Certificate of Achievement as Center of Excellence capable of implementing big projects by the USAID LCD team.
Outstanding Contribution Certificate
MWF received a certificate of recognition from the Ethiopian Thoracic Society (ETS) on February 2, 2023, for its outstanding contribution to the successful implementation of the Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine program in Addis Ababa University, College of Health Sciences.
Golden Jubilee/50 years/Good Practice Award
MWF’s project on tobacco was selected as one of five best practices among projects by Consortium of Christian Relief and Development Association (CCRDA) in June 15, 2023. Dr. Yetnayet Abebe, Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Mathiwos Wondu Foundation received this prestigious award on behalf of our foundation from Dr. Lia Tadesse, Minister of Health, and Guest of Honor. CCRDA has more than 456 members of which 346 are local and 110 international NGOs, celebrated its Golden Jubilee with a series of events with the objectives of celebrating half a century of successful journey, with a candid intention of learning from the critical challenges faced during the journey.
Recognition that reflects a commitment to service
Awards are more than milestones. They are a reflection of the people, partners, volunteers, health professionals, and communities who make our work possible.
At Mathiwos Wondu Foundation, every recognition strengthens our commitment to continue working toward better cancer care and improved quality of life for patients and their families.