Global Connections
- Assets
- $592.3k
- Revenue
- $898.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Columbus, MS
- Founding
- 09/2007
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 20-8241793
Organization Overview
Global Connections is located in Columbus, MS. The organization was established in 2007. According to its NTEE Classification (Q33) the organization is classified as: International Relief, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Global Connections 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 12/2023, Global Connections generated $898.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $994.1k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 16.0% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROVIDE A MEANS THROUGH WHICH AID MAY BE GIVEN TO THOSE IN NEED, PARTICULARLY PEOPLE IN THIRD WORLD COUNTRIES. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS ADDRESSES SOCIAL INJUSTICE THROUGH SUSTAINABLE HUMANITARIAN AID TO THE ORPHAN, WIDOW, POOR AND OPPRESSED WHILE PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE AND LEARN FROM THE WORLD'S MARGINALIZED PEOPLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LIMURU CHILDREN'S CENTRE (LCC): MAINTAIN BABY HOME SECTION THAT HOUSES UP TO 12 ABANDONED INFANTS WAITING FOR ADOPTION. ADOPTIONS ARE ONGOING AND THE BABY HOME IS ABLE TO CONTINUE TO ACCEPT NEW INFANTS AS OTHERS ARE ADOPTED. PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO CHILDREN FROM PRESCHOOL THROUGH COLLEGE. THE GODPARENT SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM CONTINUES TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO HOUSE, FEED, AND EDUCATE THE 60 CHILDREN IN THE FULL LEGAL CUSTODY OF THE LCC. THE LCC PROVIDES A HOME WITH PARENTS, TUTORING, EDUCATION, COUNSELING, MEDICAL CARE, AND ALL OTHER RELATED NEEDS. THE LCC OPERATES TWO PRESCHOOLS PROVIDING DISADVANTAGED CHILDREN WITH EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO PREPARE THEM FOR SUCCESS IN PRIMARY SCHOOL AND BEYOND. THE LCC ALSO OPERATES THE LIFE HOUSE WHICH IS A TRANSITIONAL PROGRAM FOR LCC TEENAGERS AS THEY MOVE THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL, COLLEGE OR TRADE SCHOOL AND INTO INDEPENDENT ADULTHOOD.
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES INCLUDE SUPPORT FOR CHILD SPONSORSHIP AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR CHILDREN IN AFRICA, AND OTHER PROJECTS THAT FURTHER THE GLOBAL CONNECTIONS MISSION.
FEEDING PROGRAMS: PAT'S FEEDING PROGRAM IS ORGANIZED BY PAT DIXSON, A BRITISH NATIVE OF KENYA. SHE OPERATES A BI-MONTHLY FEEDING PROGRAM FOR THE ELDERLY AND SINGLE WOMEN WHO ARE HIV POSITIVE. DURING THE WINTER, SHE PROVIDES BLANKETS AND OTHER BASIC NEEDS. THIS PROGRAM SERVES APPROXIMATELY 500 INDIVIDUALS/FAMILIES. THE KATANA FEEDING PROGRAM PROVIDES ONE MEAL WEEKLY TO AN AVERGE OF 60 CHILDREN PER WEEK. IT IS OVERSEEN BY EVANS KATANA, A KENYAN PASTOR AND BIBLE COLLEGE ADMINISTRATOR. DURING THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS (TWICE EACH YEAR), PASTOR KATANA ALSO PROVIDES A RETREAT/CAMP FOR THE CHILDREN WHICH EMPHASIZES LEARNING SKILLS, HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS, AND PERSONAL WELLNESS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Allen B Puckett III President & | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
A B Puckett IV Sec/treas & | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lu Mccrary Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Anna Puckett Vice Pres & | OfficerTrustee | 25 | $0 |
Kalen Stanton Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $855,143 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $855,143 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $43,259 |
| 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 | $898,402 |
| 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 | $786,111 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $22,227 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,245 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,250 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $113 |
| Office expenses | $39 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $121,711 |
| 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 | $0 |
| All other expenses | $4,030 |
| Total functional expenses | $994,072 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $178,490 |
| 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 | $413,839 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $592,329 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $384,559 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $207,770 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| 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 | $592,329 |