Shine On Sierra Leone Inc
- Assets
- $89.3k
- Revenue
- $182.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Topanga, CA
- Founding
- 08/2009
- Data as of
- 03/2023
- EIN
- 26-2755849
Organization Overview
Shine On Sierra Leone Inc is located in Topanga, CA. The organization was established in 2009. 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. Shine On Sierra Leone Inc 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 03/2023, Shine On Sierra Leone Inc generated $182.4k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (11.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $178.6k during the year ending 03/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (15.3%) per year over the past 8 years. 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 OPERATE AS A HUMAN SERVICE FOUNDATION AND PROVIDE EDUCATION, MENTORING, NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT AND CREATIVE CURRICULUM TO SCHOOLS BOTH NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SPONSORED STUDENTS: SHINE ON SIERRA LEONE'S SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM PROVIDES SCHOOL SUPPLIES, LUNCH STIPEND, TRANSPORTATION, AND SCHOOL UNIFORMS FOR 98 STUDENTS WHO ARE GRADUATES OF MUDDY LOTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL. IT ELIMINATES AN 18-MILE ROUND TRIP WALK FOR THE STUDENTS TO AND FROM SCHOOL EACH DAY WHICH INCREASES ENROLLMENT IN THEIR RESPECTIVE SCHOOLS.
ASHLEY'S CLINIC IS A HEALTH CARE PROGRAM WITHIN THE MUDDY LOTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL GROUNDS THAT PROVIDES HEALTH CARE SERVICES TO ALL MUDDY LOTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS, THEIR PARENTS, AND SCHOOL STAFF.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Tiffany Persons President | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
David Angelo Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Dan Kelly Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Susan Hoefling Board Member | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
Pellagia Gambia Executive Director | Trustee | 40 | $36,000 |
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 | $182,397 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $182,397 |
| 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 | $182,397 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $32,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $32,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,867 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $2,222 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $6,097 |
| Total functional expenses | $178,621 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $89,301 |
| 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 | $89,301 |
| 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 | $3,320 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $3,320 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $85,981 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $89,301 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Shine On Sierra Leone Inc has awarded $202,404 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
THE ART OF ELYSIUM PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $102,107 |
SUMBANDILA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $99,107 |
THE SPIRAL FOUNDATION PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORTPROGRAM SUPPORT | $500 |
WAVES FOR WATER INC PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $690 |