Orchard Africa
- Assets
- $440.0k
- Revenue
- $993.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Gilbert, AZ
- Founding
- 10/2005
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 16-1731124
Organization Overview
Orchard Africa is located in Gilbert, AZ. The organization was established in 2005. According to its NTEE Classification (P99) the organization is classified as: Human Services N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Orchard Africa employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Orchard Africa is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Orchard Africa generated $993.5k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $935.2k during the year ending 12/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ORCHARD: AFRICA EQUIPS THE CHURCH TO CARE FOR THE VULNERABLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MINISTRY PROGRAM : ORCHARD AFRICA BELIEVES THAT THE CHURCH IS THE PRIMARY CHANNEL THROUGH WHICH TO RESPOND TO POVERTY AND INJUSTICE IN AFRICA. THROUGH THE MINISTRY PROGRAM, ORCHARD AFRICA EMPOWERS AFRICAN CHURCH LEADERS WITH THE SKILLS TO PROVIDE EMOTIONAL, PHYSICAL, SOCIAL AND SPIRITUAL CARE TO THE VULNERABLE IN THEIR COMMUNITY. THE MINISTRY PROGRAM PROVIDES CHURCH LEADERS WITH THE TOOLS (PROGRAMS) TO ACTIVELY LEAD AND CARE FOR THEIR COMMUNITY, AND TO RESTORE HOPE THROUGH THEIR CHURCHES. AT THE SAME TIME, THE LEADERS IN THE WESTERN CHURCH ARE EMPOWERED TO RESPOND IN SUSTAINABLE WAYS TO THE NEEDS OF THE AFRICAN CHURCH.TO DATE, 805 LEADERS ARE PART OF THE ORCHARD: NETWORK, AND ARE RECEIVING TRAINING IN MINISTRY & LEADERSHIP. MORE THAN 300 CHURCHES ARE IMPLEMENTING SUSTAINABLE PROGRAMS THAT ORCHARD: AFRICA HAS DEVELOPED, AND 54 OF THESE CHURCHES HAVE RECEIVED FUNDING FROM ORCHARD: AFRICA.
FOOD & AGRICULTURE PROGRAM : ORCHARD: AFRICA EQUIPS AND FUNDS LOCAL CHURCHES TO RUN DAILY MEAL PROGRAMS FOR VULNERABLE CHILDREN. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO AND EMPOWERS CHURCHES TO DEVELOP CHURCH GARDENS AND TO TEACH VERTICAL FARMING METHODS TO CONGREGATION MEMBERS, IN ORDER FOR THEM TO PRODUCE FOOD FOR THEMSELVES AND THUS BRING SUSTAINABLE FOOD SECURITY TO THE COMMUNITY. ORCHARD: AFRICA HAS PROVIDED OVER 11.3 MILLION MEALS TO VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN AFRICA. THE ORGANIZATION HAS STARTED 11 ACTIVE COMMUNITY GARDENS, HAS HELPED OVER 250 FAMILIES START FARM-IN-A-BAG PROJECTS AT THEIR HOMES AND HAS TRAINED 3,043 INDIVIDUALS IN VERTICAL FARMING.
EDUCATION PROGRAM : ORCHARD: AFRICA HELPS CHURCHES TO START PRE-SCHOOLS TO ENCOURAGE LOVE OF LEARNING FROM A YOUNG AGE, AND TO START AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING PROGRAMS, WHICH INCLUDE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE, SPORT AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO ASSISTS CHURCHES WITH BASIC ENTREPRENEURIAL AND LIFE SKILLS PROGRAMS, WHICH HELP SCHOOL LEAVING CHILDREN TO DEVELOP VOCATIONAL AND INCOME GENERATING SKILLS. 10,154 CHILDREN HAVE ATTENDED PRE-SCHOOLS FUNDED AND EQUIPPED BY ORCHARD: AFRICA. AFTER SCHOOL LEARNING CENTERS HAVE HAD 1,092,856 VISITS TO DATE.
ORCHARD: AFRICA EMPOWERS THE LOCAL CHURCH AND ITS LEADERS TO BE THE RESPONSE TO POVERTY AND INJUSTICE BY EQUIPPING THE CHURCH TO IMPLEMENT CARE PROGRAMS WHICH INCLUDE ORPHAN INTERVENTION, HOME BASED HOSPICE CARE AND AIDS PREVENTION PROGRAMS. ORCHARD: AFRICA ALSO EQUIPS THE LOCAL CHURCH TO IMPLEMENT ADMINISTRATIVE, DEVELOPMENT AND FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michelle Tessendorf CEO & Missions Pastor, Orchard: Africa | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $38,712 |
Michael Tessendorf Senior Pastor, Orchard: Africa | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $0 |
Brian Lamew Executive Pastor, Orchard: Africa | Trustee | 50 | $0 |
Scott Gates Owner, Awake Window & Door Co | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Herbert Fluharty Owner, Mgi Services | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Nathan Buchalski Partner, Plante Moran | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $117,851 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $875,638 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $778 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $993,489 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $993,489 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $383,231 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $116,628 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,831 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $246,477 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $49,061 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $21,993 |
| Office expenses | $11,918 |
| Information technology | $12,413 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $17,212 |
| Travel | $21,753 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,320 |
| All other expenses | $52,231 |
| Total functional expenses | $935,237 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $440,033 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $440,033 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $988 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $150,000 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $150,988 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $289,045 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $440,033 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Orchard Africa has recieved totaling $18,529.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc Alpharetta, GA PURPOSE: POVERTY | $10,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $8,529 |
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