Roots Africa Inc
- Assets
- $52.4k
- Revenue
- $267.6k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- College Park, MD
- Founding
- 01/2020
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 84-3940762
Organization Overview
Roots Africa Inc is located in College Park, MD. The organization was established in 2020. According to its NTEE Classification (Q32) the organization is classified as: International Economic 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. Roots Africa Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ROOTS AFRICA IS A NON-PROFIT VENTURE WHOSE MISSION IS TO COMBAT HUNGER AND POVERTY IN AFRICA BY CONNECTING ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS AND EXPERTS IN THE US TO FARMING COMMUNITIES IN AFRICA. WE HAVE A VISION TO CONNECT THE WORLD BY ENGAGING STUDENTS AND AGRICULTURAL EXPERTS WHO PROVIDE VOLUNTARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO LOCAL FARMING COMMUNITIES IN AFRICA. ROOTS AFRICA PROMOTES AND LEVERAGES COLLABORATIONS BETWEEN ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS TO STRENGTHEN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION SERVICES PROMOTE VALUE-ADDED AGRICULTURE ENCOURAGE ENTREPRENEURSHIP ENHANCE YOUTH ENGAGEMENT IN AGRICULTURE AND INCREASE THE PRODUCTIVITY OF LOCAL FARMERS IN AFRICA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TRAINING YOUNG AGRICULTURAL STUDENTS AND PROVIDE RESOURCES SO THEY CAN TRAIN FARMERS
TRAINING YOUNG AGRICULTURAL STUDENTS AND PROVIDE RESOURCES SO THEY CAN TRAIN FARMERS
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cedric Nwafor President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
David Pearce Program Officer | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Mandela Jones Treasurer | Officer | 1 | $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 | $267,554 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $202,000 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $267,554 |
| 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 | $267,554 |
| 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 | $228,585 |
| 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 | $4,976 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,251 |
| Office expenses | $17 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $300 |
| 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 | $374 |
| Total functional expenses | $238,000 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,019 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $44,338 |
| 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 | $3,000 |
| 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 | $52,357 |
| 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 | $3,403 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $3,403 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $48,954 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $52,357 |