Together For West Africa, operating under the name 2g4wa 2gether4westafrica, is located in Brandon, MS. According to its NTEE Classification (X20) the organization is classified as: Christianity, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. 2g4wa 2gether4westafrica 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 09/2022, 2g4wa 2gether4westafrica generated $40.9k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 3 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $23.2k during the year ending 09/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TOGETHER FOR WEST AFRICA (TFWA) IS AN ASSET BASED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (ABCD) PROGRAM SERVICES NONPROFIT WITH DIRECT SERVICES BEING DELIVERED TO THE CHILDREN AND ADULTS IN TOGO, WEST AFRICA, WHO NEED EDUCATIONAL (LIFE, BUSINESS, SCIENTIFIC, ETC.), PHYSICAL (FOOD, SHELTER, JOB, SKILLS), AND CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT AND SUPPORT. THE TOGO HOUSE IS A CENTRAL FACILITY RENTED BY TFWA AND LOCATED NEAR LOME, TOGO, WEST AFRICA. THE ACTIVITIES AT TOGO HOUSE SUPPORT BIBLE AND ACADEMIC STUDIES AS WELL AS CEREMONIAL, AND CELEBRATORY ACTIVITIES. THE GENERAL FUNDS DONATED TO THE TOGO HOUSE PROGRAM OF TFWA COMPOSE THE GENERAL BUDGET FOR THE ORGANIZATION. THROUGHOUT EACH YEAR OTHER PROGRAMS RECEIVE EITHER FUNDS RESTRICTED BY THE INDIVIDUAL DONORS OR THROUGH CEO/BOARD DESIGNATION OUT OF THE GENERAL BUDGET. ALSO, WHEN TRAVEL ALLOWS, FUND RAISERS ARE HELD BY MIKE AND LYNN HUTCHINSON DURING THEIR FURLOUGH VISITS BACK TO THE USA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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TOGO HOUSE (TH) PROGRAM SUPPLIES & SERVICES: THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO DELIVER TRAINING FOR TOGOLESE CHILDREN AND THE ADULTS IN THEIR FAMILIES. THIS IS DONE THROUGH CLUB AND CAMP FORMATS TO TEACH ENGLISH (AS A SECOND LANGUAGE), HOW TO GROW EDIBLE AGRICULTURE CROPS AND ANIMALS. HOW TO PREPARE FOOD, HOW TO CONSERVE THE ENVIRONMENT, HOW TO COOPERATE IN TEAM SPORTS, AND MANY OTHER SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, AND RELIGIOUS SKILLS. ALSO, THIS PROGRAM ALLOWS THE COMMUNITY, CHILDREN AND PARENTS, TO BUILD HUMAN AND CHRISTIAN RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH SPECIAL EVENTS SUCH AS AWARD AND CELEBRATORY CEREMONIES, GROUP COMMUNITY BUILDING GATHERINGS AROUND A MEAL. SPECIAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS SUCH AS CHRISTMAS, AND MANY OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS.
PASTORS UP PROGRAM: FINANCIAL, OPERATIONAL, AND PASTORAL TRAINING/CARE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR PASTORS OF CHRISTIAN CHURCHES IN THE LOME, TOGO, WEST AFRICA AREA.
SCHOOL STUDENT SUPPLIES AND EXPENSES: THE ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE, AND HIGH SCHOOLS IN TOGO ARE EXPENSIVE FOR THE CITIZENS OF TOGO. EACH STUDENT IS EXPECTED BY THE GOVERNMENT/SCHOOL TO PAY AN ANNUAL TUITION FEE, PURCHASE UNIFORMS AND BACKPACKS, AND PURCHASE GENERAL SCHOOL SUPPLIES SUCH AS BOOKS, PENS, PAPER, ERASERS, AND ETCETERA. MANY STUDENTS COUNT ON ASSISTANCE FROM NGOS SUCH AS TFWA TO PAY THESE EXPENSES. OTHERWISE, THEY ARE NOT ABLE TO ATTEND SCHOOL. TFWA EACH YEAR IS ABLE TO HELP MANY STUDENTS PAY THESE EXPENSES.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Michael Hutchinson Executive Director, Cbf Field Personnel (togo, West Africa) | OfficerTrustee | 48 | $0 |
Lynn Hutchinson Director, Cbf Field Personnel (togo, West Africa) | Trustee | 28 | $0 |
Ric Stewart Director, Secretary | Trustee | 16 | $0 |
Allen Clark Director | Trustee | 6 | $0 |
Cindy Stewart Director | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Laura Clark Director | Trustee | 6 | $0 |
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 | $40,876 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $40,876 |
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 | $40,876 |
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. | $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 | $0 |
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 | $20,252 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $2,970 |
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 | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $23,222 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $73,493 |
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 | $73,493 |
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 | $73,493 |
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 | $73,493 |
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