Together For West Africa
- Assets
- $30.2k
- Revenue
- $0.0
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Brandon, MS
- Founding
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 84-3275150
Organization Overview
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 09/2023, 2g4wa 2gether4westafrica generated $31.4k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 4 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $78.9k during the year ending 09/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
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:
Part 3
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.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael Hutchinson Executive Director, Tfwa Field Leader (portugal) | 50 | $0 | |
Lynn Hutchinson Director, Cbf Acmt (portugal) | 10 | $0 | |
Laura Clark Director | 1.5 | $0 | |
Allen Clark Director | 1.5 | $0 | |
Cindy Stewart Director | 1.5 | $0 | |
Ric Stewart Director, Secretary | 2.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $31,404 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $31,404 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $3,006 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $1,890 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $14,420 |
| Other expenses | $59,539 |
| Total expenses | $78,855 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $30,179 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $30,179 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $30,179 |