Foundation For Learning Equality Inc is located in La Jolla, CA. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (B99) the organization is classified as: Education N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Foundation For Learning Equality Inc employed 21 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Foundation For Learning Equality 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 12/2023, Foundation For Learning Equality Inc generated $2.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.7m during the year ending 12/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2017, Foundation For Learning Equality Inc has awarded 24 individual grants totaling $236,039. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
LEARNING EQUALITY IS COMMITTED TO ENABLING EVERY PERSON IN THE WORLD TO ACHIEVE A QUALITY BASIC EDUCATION, THROUGH SUPPORTING THE CREATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, AND FACILITATING THEIR USE AROUND THE WORLD. THROUGH THIS WORK, WE AIM TO BUILD A NEW, OPEN, AND FUNDAMENTALLY STUDENT-CENTERED EDUCATIONAL MODEL, AND ULTIMATELY PROMOTE HUMAN FLOURISHING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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IN 2023, LEARNING EQUALITY CONTINUED TO DEVELOP KOLIBRI, OUR ADAPTABLE END-TO-END SUITE OF OPEN-SOURCE TOOLS, EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, AND SUPPORT MATERIALS DESIGNED FOR OFFLINE-FIRST TEACHING AND LEARNING, NOW AVAILABLE IN 31 LANGUAGES, AND USED IN MORE THAN 220 COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES, WITH OVER 38,000 NEW KNOWN INSTALLATIONS IN 2023. WE DEVELOPED AI-DRIVEN TOOLS TO AUTOMATE CURRICULUM ALIGNMENT, ENSURING THAT OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES ARE CONTEXTUALIZED FOR LOCAL NEEDS. OUR NEW "FLYING COLORS" PROGRAM PILOTED IN UGANDA SUCCESSFULLY ENHANCED LITERACY, NUMERACY, AND SOCIO-EMOTIONAL SKILLS AMONG OUT-OF-SCHOOL REFUGEE AND HOST LEARNERS, WITH DRAMATIC GAINS MADE IN ONLY 12 WEEKS. WE ALSO EXPANDED OUR PARTNERSHIPS, INCLUDING A NEW COLLABORATION WITH DIGITAL PROMISE AND BLUE BUTTERFLY IN HAITI TO SUPPORT BLENDED LEARNING, AND WITH THE ILO, UNHCR AND UNICEF IN UGANDA AS PART OF THE PROSPECTS FOR CONNECTED LEARNING, DIGITAL SKILLS, AND MICROWORK PROGRAM AIMED AT IMPROVING LIVELIHOODS AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. WE DIRECTLY TRAINED OVER 113 EDUCATORS THROUGH PARTNER PROJECTS IN GUYANA, KENYA, UGANDA AND SOUTH SUDAN, AND KICKED OFF AN EAST AFRICA COMMUNITY OF PRACTICE USING WHATSAPP. CELEBRATING OUR 10TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2023, WE REAFFIRM OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITABLE, INCLUSIVE, AND ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION FOR ALL LEARNERS, EVEN IN THE MOST REMOTE AREAS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Marcella Maki Software Engineer | 40 | $119,860 | |
Jamie Alexandre President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $104,636 |
Blaine Jester Software Engineer | 40 | $111,488 | |
David Canas Reliability Eng | 40 | $111,022 | |
Laura Danforth Global Management | 40 | $108,400 | |
Lauren Rubin Staff | 40 | $112,013 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $2,289,859 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,289,859 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $454,563 |
Investment income | $20,612 |
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 | $2,765,534 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $41,309 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $41,206 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $104,636 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,077 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $1,856,272 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $314,955 |
Payroll taxes | $154,777 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $22,675 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $838,044 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $209,184 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $11,726 |
Travel | $28,039 |
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 | $5,372 |
All other expenses | $302 |
Total functional expenses | $3,697,306 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $71,341 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,497,857 |
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 | $19,645 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $941 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $2,589,784 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $264,527 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $91,650 |
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 | $356,177 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,233,607 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,589,784 |
Over the last fiscal year, Foundation For Learning Equality Inc has awarded $39,359 in support to 2 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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AGAMI INC PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING | $30,000 |
AMAL ALLIANCE INC PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING | $9,359 |