The Brighton Jones Richer Life Foundation
- Assets
- $2.4m
- Revenue
- $2.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 08/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 74-3116756
Organization Overview
The Brighton Jones Richer Life Foundation, operating under the name Lift Up Africa, is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (Q30) the organization is classified as: International Development, 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. Lift Up Africa 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 12/2022, Lift Up Africa generated $2.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $627.0k during the year ending 12/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2021, Lift Up Africa has awarded 12 individual grants totaling $127,000. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WORK WITH INDIVIDUAL AFRICAN COMMUNITIES TO REDUCE POVERTY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE PURPOSE OF THE DISASTER RELIEF FUND IS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO U.S. ORGANIZATIONS THAT DIRECTLY SUPPORT DISASTER RELIEF IN COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD.
COMMUNITY IMPACT CIRCLES
THE PURPOSE OF THE LEMAYIAN FUND IS TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO ORGANIZATIONS IN AFRICA LIKE THE AIC KAJIADO CHILDCARE CENTRE THAT HELPS CHILDREN WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES, ALLOWING THEM ACCESS TO MAINSTREAM SCHOOLING, AND THE RUBEN CENTRE THAT PROVIDES SUPPORT OF EDUCATION, HEALTH, FINANCIAL, AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN KENYA, AS WELL AS HELGA GRACE NANANA THAT PROVIDES SUPPORT TO RESCUED GIRLS OF MAASAI WITH EDUCATION, MEDICAL ATTENTION, AND LIFE SKILLS.
THE PURPOSE OF THE TRANSFORMATIONAL TRAVEL PROGRAM IS TO INTRODUCE PHILANTHROPISTS TO GRASSROOTS INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE WORKING TO MITIGATE CHILDREN'S POVERTY AND INCREASE ACCESS TO NUTRITIOUS FOOD AND QUALITY EDUCATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
William A Longbrake Board Member | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jon Jones Board Chair | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Gretchen Jones Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Molly Norton Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Laura Tarbutton Board Treasurer & Secretar | Trustee | 20 | $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 | $2,891,436 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,891,436 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $25,455 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$1,278 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $11,257 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,926,870 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $350,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $151,784 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| 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 | $1,319 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $11,671 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $92,849 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $627,000 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,426,942 |
| 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 | $2,426,942 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,107,316 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $319,626 |
| 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 | $2,426,942 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Brighton Jones Richer Life Foundation has awarded $71,000 in support to 7 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
THE TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $18,000 |
NATUREBRIDGE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $11,000 |
EDEN REFORESTATION PROJECTS PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
RIVKIN CENTER FOR OVARIAN CANCER PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
EQUAL JUSTICE INITIATIVE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $9,000 |
VERTUELAB PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $7,000 |