Africa Schoolhouse Foundation

Organization Overview

Africa Schoolhouse Foundation is located in Portland, ME. 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. Africa Schoolhouse Foundation 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, Africa Schoolhouse Foundation generated $336.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $344.8k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.8% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

AFRICA SCHOOLHOUSE IS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO BRINGING QUALITY SCHOOLS, MEDICAL CARE, JOB TRAINING AND CLEAN WATER TO RURAL VILLAGES IN NORTHERN TANZANIA. EVERY PROJECT IS A COLLABORATION THAT INVOLVES TAKING DIRECTION FROM COMMUNITY LIAISONS AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES SO THAT WE CAN BUILD THE MOST EFFECTIVE FACILITIES POSSIBLE. AFRICA SCHOOLHOUSE CARES DEEPLY ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL, STRUCTURAL AND SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY OF ALL OUR PROJECTS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

THE FOUNDATION RAISES FUNDS FOR THE REBUILDING AND STRENGTHENING OF EXISTING PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS. THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE NOW HAVE ACCESS TO LIFE-SAVING MEDICAL CARE THROUGH THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HEALTH POST - A MODERN CLINIC. ADDITIONAL PROJECTS INCLUDE AN ALL-GIRLS BOARDING-SCHOOL WHICH WILL BE THE FIRST IN ITS DISTRICT.


IN 2023, ASF ENTERED INTO A JOINT PROJECT WITH THE GIRLS FOUNDATION OF TANZANIA (TGFT), A 501 (C)(3) TAX-EXEMPT UNDER IRC 170 (B)(1)(A)(VI) (EIN: 27-2910138). THE PURPOSE OF THE JOINT PROJECT IS TO CONSTRUCT A NEW GIRLS CENTER IN ARUSHA, A HUB OF EMPOWERMENT AND EDUCATION FOR 35 YOUNG WOMEN.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Carol Ann Blinken
Chair, Co-Executive Director
$0
Jane Oppenheimer
Secretary, Board Member
$0
Mark Bessire
Board Member, Treasurer
$0
Dr Aimee Bessire
Founder, Co-Executive Director
$0
Eleanor Gavor
Board Member
$0
Jefta Kishosha
Board Member, VP Of Comm Relations
$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$44,749
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$44,749
Total Program Service Revenue$292,156
Investment income $1
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 $336,906

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