Siltie and Family Community SFC (Formerly Called DC Metro Area Siltes And Their Families Emergency Mutual Relief Edir) is a social and cultural nonprofit organization located in DMV. Our focus is specifically on the rich Siltie culture of teamwork for social gatherings and for anything significant that occurs in our community.
The mission is to serve, support, and advance Siltie Community members' interest and provide financial support to families that have experienced a loss in their family, and to those who are permanently ill in the community. Covers medical costs, funeral expenses. Alleviate financial burden.
Siltie Community vision is to ensure Siltie values, heritage, and national psyche are kept intact and passed on to the next generation. Moreover, our vision is to see Siltie lives, and livelihoods are the best they can be, they pursue happiness by chasing their dreams, and give back for the greater good of Siltie and Silties.
The Siltie have a rich cultural heritage. SC works hard to preserve it and pass it down to the next generation through various educational and cultural programs.
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Watch our latest community events and gatherings
The 20th Siltie Community Association Picnic was a joyful gathering that brought families, friends, and community members together for a day filled with happiness, connection, and shared culture.
Children laughed and played freely while parents and elders enjoyed meaningful conversations, delicious food, and the beautiful outdoor atmosphere. The picnic created a welcoming space where families strengthened bonds and celebrated unity within the Siltie community.
From games and group activities to relaxed moments under the open sky, the event reflected the true spirit of togetherness, cooperation, and community pride. Smiles, laughter, and unforgettable memories made this picnic a special milestone in the association's journey.
This video captures the warmth, joy, and family-friendly environment of the 20th Siltie Community Association Picnic — a day that will be cherished by everyone who attended.
The Siltie people are an ethnic group in southern Ethiopia. They inhabit the Siltʼe Zone which is part of the Southern Nations, Nationalities and Peoples Region. Siltie people speak Silte language a Semitic language which is closely related to Wolane, Zay and Harari languages. Siltie denote their origin to the city of Harar and claim to be progenitors of the Hadiya Sultanate. One of the Silt'e people's ancestor was Haji Aliye who accompanied Ahmed ibn Ibrahim al-Ghazi's troops during the Ethiopian-Adal war in the sixteenth century. The last Garad of the Gan-Silte dynasty was Sediso K'albo before Menelik's forces invaded in the 1800s. Silte people were incorporated into Gurage region after their lands were annexed by Ethiopia, in the early 90s Silte obtained a separate zone following protests that the Gurage ethnic label was imposed on them.
Siltie people speak Silte language a Semitic language which is closely related to Wolane, Zay and Harari languages.
Our community believes in the power of unity. The unity of scientific and spiritual knowledge is realized when each of the particular sciences is organically related to the supreme knowledge of al-tawhid. — Osman Bakar.
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Our Siltie Community provides the following programs and services.
Our community provides financial support to families that have experienced a loss in their family, and to those who are permanently ill in the community. Covers medical costs, funeral expenses. Alleviate financial burden.
As a community, we are committed to educating the next generation in order to create a bright future for them and to preserve the rich culture of the Siltie community.
The goal of our family empowerment program is to strengthen whole families by increasing access to high-priority services and opportunities.
Our volunteer program aims to provide opportunities to the community to help increase the capacity of The Siltie Community in the Washington DC Metropolitan Area, to provide bi-lingual support for community projects, to increase people's skills and knowledge through direct experience, to facilitate cross-cultural exchange, and to develop new community leaders.
To promote Siltie cultures in American society, as well as a better understanding and appreciation of these cultures; To educate American-born Siltie children and youth to appreciate and preserve their ancestral Siltie traditions and cultures.
We strive to add value to our communities by offering cultural events and activities that enrich the Siltie Community in the Washington, DC Metro area.
Please send us your feedback, ideas, comments, reward and recognize outstanding work, and other to help us build a happier community for you and your family by using the following form.
See what our dedicated and volunteer departments in Siltie are doing, as well as their specific function and support for our community.
Responsible for managing all technology infrastructure and digital platforms for the community.
This department handles website maintenance, digital communication systems, database management, and technical support for community events and operations.
Manages all financial transactions and reporting for the community.
Responsible for budget planning, financial record-keeping, donation tracking, and ensuring transparent financial management in accordance with non-profit regulations.
Organizes community events and coordinates volunteer activities.
Plans and executes cultural events, social gatherings, and community programs while managing volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling.
Focuses on youth development and educational programs.
Develops and implements programs to engage youth, preserve cultural heritage, provide educational support, and offer skill-building opportunities for the younger generation.
Manages community outreach and member services.
Handles new member recruitment, maintains membership records, communicates with members, and manages public relations to promote community activities and values.
Ensures community harmony and supports elderly members.
Promotes community values, mediates conflicts, provides support for elderly members, and ensures cultural traditions and respect are maintained within the community.
We are grateful to the members of our dedicated board, leadership, and advisory council who volunteer their time and talents to assist and expand our community activities.
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Answering some of your most frequently asked questions.
The Siltie Community is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to provide financial support to families that have experienced a loss in their family, and to those who are permanently ill in the community. Covers medical costs, funeral expenses. Alleviate financial burden.
Siltie Community accepts all payment methods. We accept credit cards, cash, Zelle transfers, and other methods of payment. Please contact us if you have any questions.
You can register on this website in the "Join the Community" section, or you can contact us by email or phone.
Yes, all Siltie Community donations are fully tax deductible.
We welcome all volunteers who want to help our community. We are working with high school students who want to serve their community. If you want to volunteer in our community, please go to the volunteer section and register.
"Allah, the Exalted, says, 'Spend, O son of Adam, and I shall spend on you.'" – Prophet Muhammad, upon him be peace (Al-Bukhari and Muslim).
This is the best community in the DMV, and they help those in need.
I enjoy the social gatherings that the Siltie community hosts.
I enjoy using my knowledge and time to help the Siltie community. I admire the member who volunteers for every activity.
I like how the Siltie Community collaborates and actively helps the community. Thank you to everyone on the Board for your time and talent.
If you have any questions, please contact us via one of the methods below.
4801 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011
admin@siltiecommunitydmv.org
+1 301 860 2389