Tigray Development Association In North America

The information for Tigray Development Association In North America is as of the organization's most recent filing in December 2020. This organization is located in Washington, DC. It has been in existence for 30 years, following its founding in 1990.

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 Tigray Development Association In North America's NTEE code is Q20. The "Q" tells us that the organization is classified along with International, Foreign Affairs & National Security. The "20" tells us that the organization is a Promotion of International Understanding organization. The NTEE describes Promotion of International Understanding organizations as those whose primary purpose is to promote international understanding through activities such as events, forums, trainings, and exchanges.

Every organization is also governed by a specific section of the Internal Revenue Code. The most common type is a 501(c)(3) organization. However, there are actually 29 different types of organizations that are identified by the Internal Revenue Code. This organization happens to be a 501(c)(3) organization. The IRS describes these organizations as those engaged in Religious, Educational, Charitable, Scientific, Literary, Public Safety, Amateur Sports, or Prevention of Cruelty to Children or Animals work.

Perhaps the most accurate way to get a sense of what the organization hopes to achieve is by looking at its mission. The mission of the Tigray Development Association In North America is to expand schools, health institutes, and create opportunities for youth in Tigray/Ethiopia.

Program Areas

The expansion of schools, health institutes, and opportunities for youth in Tigray/Ethiopia is an important program area for the organization. All associated revenues, support, and functional expenses related to this program are reported within the general fund.

Board Governance

Tigray Development Association In North America is governed by a board of three voting members and three independent members. The organization has not delegated management to an outside firm, and there are no potential conflicts of interest. Unfortunately, board and committee meetings are not documented, nor does the organization have a conflict of interest policy, a written whistleblower policy, or a document retention policy. Furthermore, the organization does not substantiate or review leadership or officer salaries, nor does it provide copies of the 990 to the board prior to filing. It is essential that Tigray Development Association In North America takes steps to ensure proper governance and oversight of its operations.

Organization Growth

The Tigray Development Association In North America has seen growth in its contributions and grants over the five year period from 2015 to 2020. Specifically, contributions and grants increased from $3.0 million to $5.3 million. Additionally, total revenue increased from $3.0 million to $5.3 million. However, total expenses decreased from $2.0 million to $1.4 million. The number of volunteers remained the same over the five year period. Therefore, it is clear that the Tigray Development Association In North America has grown over the given time period.