Investing in People.
Building Stronger Communities.
Shaping the Next Generation.
A nonprofit committed to creating lasting impact by investing in people and strengthening the communities they serve — from Ethiopia to the United States.
Empowering Leaders.
Strengthening Communities.
Transforming Generations.
Oaks of Righteousness Foundation is a nonprofit committed to creating lasting impact by investing in people and strengthening the communities they serve.
Through education, healthcare, scholarships, housing support, and financial empowerment, we serve children, families, educators, and ministry leaders in Ethiopia and the United States.
We believe that when we invest in people, the impact reaches far beyond one individual. It strengthens families, builds healthier communities, and creates opportunities for future generations.
We invest in people today to create stronger communities and a better tomorrow.
Every pillar grows from the same root — investing in people.
Empowering Leaders
We invest in the people who influence and serve others. From teachers and ministry leaders to students and emerging leaders, we provide education, scholarships, financial resources, mentorship, and opportunities that help people grow into their calling and potential. When we empower a leader, we impact everyone they serve.
Strengthening Communities
Strong communities are built when people have access to the resources they need to thrive. Through education, healthcare, teacher support, housing initiatives, and financial empowerment, we work alongside local communities to address practical needs and create sustainable solutions. When communities become stronger, families and future generations become stronger.
Transforming Generations
Our ultimate goal is long-term, generational impact. We don't want to simply respond to today's needs — we want to create opportunities that change the trajectory of people's lives. We plant seeds today that can become a legacy tomorrow.
Where the mission shows up in person.
From fundraising here at home to our work on the ground in Ethiopia, these are the moments our community comes together to invest in people.
Oaks of Righteousness Golf Outing
Join us on the course to help fund our work investing in leaders, strengthening communities, and transforming generations across Ethiopia and the United States. Every round played and every dollar raised goes directly toward education, scholarships, healthcare, and housing support for the people we serve.
Moved from Oct 1 because of weather
Lunch, snacks & dinner included
Photos and highlights from the day will be shared here after the event.
To everyone who gives month after month — thank you.
- 1Total Wireless
- 2Century 21 Utmost
- 3KODAM K-Beauty Skin
- 4Coffee Lab and Roasters
- 5Nuvohaus Home Improvement
- 6WOOJIN PLAIMM
- 7National MI
- 8Birdie Project · Hey Yogurt
- 9Susan Kim, Attorney at Law
- 10Revive Family Chiropractic
- 11Jill Daniels LLC
- 12State Farm — Heeyoung Kim
- 13Executive Board Members · Northfield Presbyterian Church
- 14Sushi Badaya
- 15Bloom Financial Partners
- 16Siloams
- 17COUNTRY Financial
- 18Goshen
Every hole on the course carries a sponsor's sign — the higher the giving level, the larger the sign. Tap the map to see it full size.
Become a founding sponsor of our first annual outing
Individual and business sponsors are welcome. Sponsors are recognized here on our website, at the event, and across our social media — and every dollar goes directly to the people we serve.
Oaks Scholarship Program
Oaks of Righteousness Foundation invests directly in students, families, churches, and schools — covering education costs for children who could not otherwise afford to study, supporting future ministry leaders, and strengthening the communities around them.
Ethiopia Mission Visit
Each year, our team travels to Ethiopia to visit the children, teachers, and ministry leaders we support directly — checking in on scholarship students, school partnerships, and community programs on the ground.
Cancer Center Visit
Every year we visit the cancer center to spend time with patients and families, offering encouragement and support as part of our commitment to strengthening the communities we serve.
Building the Next Generation at Oaks of Righteousness
Two student pathways — Mission Coordinator and Research Internship — built so that every student who is mentored goes on to mentor the next.
Turning one student's experience into a pathway for the students who follow.
- Preserve the relationships, knowledge, and responsibilities already built within Oaks.
- Give younger students meaningful responsibilities instead of only short-term volunteer exposure.
- Create a gradual handoff so future leaders are prepared before current leaders move on.
- Build a culture where experienced students train the next group.
Different skills. One shared purpose: preparing students to serve Ethiopia thoughtfully and sustainably.
Mission Coordinator
Leadership through service
- Mission planning and coordination
- Communication across Chicago and Ethiopia
- Community relationships and cultural awareness
- Progressive responsibility and leadership
Research Intern
From a healthcare question to a literature review
- Exposure to scholarly databases
- Basic research and academic reading skills
- Literature searching and evidence organization
- Writing a structured literature review
Both pathways: Mentorship → Experience → Independence → Mentoring the next student
Learn the work, take ownership, then pass it on.
- 1ObserveShadow planning, communication, and mission preparation.
- 2AssistOwn smaller tasks, projects, and team responsibilities.
- 3LeadCoordinate programs and work directly with partners.
- 4MentorTrain the next student coordinator.
From a healthcare question to a well-supported literature review.
- 1QuestionDevelop a focused topic
- 2SearchFind credible academic sources
- 3ReadUnderstand methods and findings
- 4OrganizeBuild a literature matrix
- 5SynthesizeIdentify themes across studies
- 6WriteProduce a literature review
What educational strategies show the greatest potential for strengthening the rural physician workforce in Ethiopia?
Projects can grow with the interests of students and the healthcare priorities relevant to Ethiopia.
- Rural physician retention
- Medical education
- Maternal & child health
- Healthcare access
- Rural–urban disparities
- Local scholarship research (Student Council)
From being mentored, to taking ownership, to mentoring the next student.
- Student learns
- Student leads
- Student mentors
- Leadership continues
- Student learns
- Student writes
- Student grows
- Research continues
Interested in joining?
The application form will be posted on our Instagram and here on this page. Until then, send us a note — we'd love to hear what you're interested in.
Let's invest in people together.
Questions about the foundation, our events, or how to get involved? We'd love to hear from you.
npcfoundation380@gmail.com