Dawat-E-Islami Inc

The information for Dawat-E-Islami Inc is as of the organization's most recent filing in December '21. This organization is located in Sacramento, CA. It has been in existence for 8 years, following its founding in 2013.

Organization Classification

The IRS classifies organizations according to the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) system. The NTEE system helps the IRS assign a 3-character code to each organization to describe the organization's activities.

The Dawat-E-Islami Inc's NTEE code is X40. The "X" tells us that the organization is classified as Religion-Related. The "40" tells us that the organization specifically relates to Islam. The NTEE describes Religion-Related organizations as those whose members are followers of Islam, with beliefs in Allah as the sole deity, Mohammed as the prophet of Allah, and the Koran as the revelation of Allah. These organizations work to establish religious, social, civil, commercial, military, and legal regulations within the Islamic world.

Every organization is also governed by a specific section of the Internal Revenue Code. This organization happens to fall under section 3, which includes Religious, Educational, Charitable, Scientific, Literary, Public Safety, Amateur Sports, or Prevention of Cruelty to Children or Animals Organizations.

Perhaps the most accurate way to understand the organization's goals is by examining its mission. The mission of Dawat-E-Islami Inc is to organize educational and prayer sessions for the teaching of the Holy Quran and Sunnah, while promoting, strengthening, and developing the bonds of friendship, brotherhood, and sisterhood within the Muslim community.

Program Areas

Program Area 1: The main objective of this program area is to provide a place of study and worship for the surrounding Muslim community. It focuses on creating an environment where individuals can come together to learn and practice their faith.

Program Area 2: The organization's program area focuses on providing a place for the surrounding Muslim community to study and worship.

Organization Staffing

Dawat-E-Islami Inc is run by Muhammad Yahya Batvia, who is the President of the organization. The organization has 22 employees, none of whom are paid over $100k per year. Supporting the small paid staff are 2 volunteers who contribute their time and efforts to the organization.

Board Governance

Dawat-E-Islami Inc appears to be a well-governed non-profit organization based on the provided information. The organization has a total of 7 voting members, all of whom are independent, indicating a diverse and unbiased decision-making process. The absence of potential conflicts of interest further strengthens the organization's governance structure. The fact that the board meetings and committee meetings are documented demonstrates a commitment to transparency and accountability. This documentation allows for a clear record of discussions, decisions, and actions taken by the board and committees. Additionally, the organization provides copies of the 990 form to the board prior to filing, which ensures that board members are informed about the financial status and activities of the organization. However, there are some areas where Dawat-E-Islami Inc could improve its governance practices. The absence of a conflict of interest policy and a requirement for disclosure of conflicts may leave room for potential conflicts to arise without proper management. Similarly, the lack of a written whistleblower policy and document retention policy may hinder the organization's ability to address misconduct and retain important records. Overall, while Dawat-E-Islami Inc demonstrates some strong governance practices, there are areas where the organization could enhance its policies and procedures to further strengthen its governance structure and ensure transparency and accountability.

Grant History

Our dataset includes three years of grant history for Dawat-E-Islami Inc. During this time, they have awarded a total of six grants, with an average check size of $48,573. All six grants were awarded in the Religion-Related sector. The organization has awarded three grants in California, one grant in Illinois, and two grants in Washington.

Organization Growth

Dawat-E-Islami Inc, a nonprofit organization, has experienced significant growth over the given time period. Contributions & Grants Received increased from $601.3K in 2017 to $1.5M in 2021, indicating an increase in support and funding. Investment Income also increased from $106 in 2017 to $154 in 2021, further contributing to the organization's growth. Although Other Revenue decreased from $116.8K in 2017 to $18.5K in 2021, this decline did not hinder the overall growth of the organization. Total Revenue saw a substantial increase from $718.2K in 2017 to $1.6M in 2021, demonstrating the organization's expansion. Grants Paid increased from $90.0K in 2017 to $110.0K in 2021, indicating an increase in the organization's ability to provide financial support to others. Employee Salaries increased from $106.0K in 2017 to $141.7K in 2021, reflecting the organization's growth in staff. Total Expenses also increased from $384.2K in 2017 to $523.3K in 2021, which can be attributed to the expansion of the organization's operations. Lastly, the number of Total Employees increased from 7 in 2017 to 22 in 2021, indicating significant growth in the organization's workforce. Overall, Dawat-E-Islami Inc has experienced notable growth across various aspects of its operations, including funding, revenue, grants, staff, and expenses.