Bink International Charity Inc is located in Brooklyn, NY. According to its NTEE Classification (O99) the organization is classified as: Youth Development N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Bink International Charity 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:
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AT OUR ORGANIZATION, WE ARE DEDICATED TO GUARANTEEING THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL'S FUNDAMENTAL NEEDS ARE FULFILLED, THEREBY REMOVING ANY OBSTACLES THE MIGHT HINDER THEIR COMPLETE ENGAGEMENT IN EDUCATION AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING. OUR PRIMARY OBJECTIVE IS TO CHAMPION EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIAL FAIRNESS FOR ALL PEOPLE BY CLOSING THE NEED GAPS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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OUR ORGANIZATION'S SECOND LARGEST PROGRAM IS OUR BREAKTHROUGH INITIATIVE WHERE WE PROVIDE BASIC NECESSITIES TO ANYONE IN NEED. AT OUR ORGANIZATION, WE FIRMLY BELIEVE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL SHOULD HAVE AN EQUAL CHANCE TO ACHIEVE THEIR MAXIMUM POTENTIAL. WE STRONGLY OPPOSE ANY CIRCUMSTANCES THAT HINDER A CHILD'S EDUCATION, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS DUE TO A LACK OF ESSENTIAL ITEMS SUCH AS FOOD, CLOTHING, FOOTWEAR, AND TOYS. WE ARE FULLY AWARE OF THE DIFFICULTIES FACED BY FAMILIES WHO ARE FORCED TO MAKE THE DIFFICULT CHOICE BETWEEN PROVIDING THEIR CHILD WITH A QUALITY EDUCATION OR MEETING THEIR BASIC NEEDS. IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE, OUR PRIMARY OBJECTIVE IS TO ESTABLISH SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL FAIRNESS FOR ALL CHILDREN. TO ACCOMPLISH THIS, WE ACTIVELY COORDINATE AND CARRY OUT INITIATIVES INCLUDING DRIVES TO COLLECT FOOD, CLOTHES, SHOES, TOYS, HYGIENE PRODUCTS AND OTHER ACCESSORIES THAT WE LATER DONATE TO THE COMMUNITIES AT OUR DIFFERENT GIVEAWAY EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS. BY DOING SO, WE STRIVE TO ENSURE THAT EACH INDIVIDUAL'S FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS ARE FULFILLED, ENABLING THEM TO FOCUS ON THEIR EDUCATION WITHOUT ANY HINDRANCES. WE ALSO HAVE ESTABLISHED PARTNERSHIPS WITH DIFFERENT STORES TO COLLECT DONATIONS OF ASSORTED GOODS TO BE DISTRIBUTED IN THE COMMUNITIES IN NEED. FROM SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER 2023, WE HAVE SERVED MORE THAN SEVEN THOUSAND (7000) IMMIGRANTS AND HOMELESS IN NEW YORK AND NEW JERSEY THROUGH OUR SHARE THE WARMTH PROGRAM.
OUR ORGANIZATIONS MISSION IS TO PROVIDE TOOLS AND RESOURCES THAT SUITS THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF EACH PERSON TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN SCHOOL AND IN LIFE. TO ACHIEVE THIS MISSION, WE HAVE CREATED A FREE STEM TUTORING AND LANGUAGE SUPPORT PROGRAM TO HELP THE COMMUNITY. WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EVERY STUDENT SHOULD HAVE EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCESS TO QUALITY EDUCATION IN THE STEM FIELDS. OUR AIM IS TO BRIDGE THE EDUCATIONAL GAP AND EMPOWER THESE STUDENTS TO EXCEL IN THEIR ACADEMIC PURSUITS.THE IMPACT OF OUR PROGRAM HAS BEEN SIGNIFICANT IN SUPPORTING MINORITY STUDENTS. OUR ACHIEVEMENTS INCLUDE PROVIDING PERSONALIZED TUTORING SESSIONS, TAILORING LESSONS TO MEET EACH STUDENT'S INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND LEARNING STYLES. THROUGH OUR PROGRAM, WE PROVIDE A SUPPORTIVE AND INCLUSIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT WHERE PEOPLE FEEL SAFE, WELCOME AND COMFORTABLE AND VALUED. WE TRACK AND ASSESS STUDENT PROGRESS TO ENSURE THEY ARE MAKING IMPROVEMENTS IN THEIR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE. TESTIMONIALS FROM PARTICIPANTS HIGHLIGHT THE POSITIVE OUTCOMES OF OUR PROGRAM, SUCH AS INCREASED CONFIDENCE IN MATH/READING AND SIGNIFICANT GRADE IMPROVEMENTS. ESL PROGRAM HAS HELPED MANY STUDENTS AND PARENTS ESPECIALLY THE IMMIGRANT COMMUNITY BY IMPROVING THEIR COMMUNICATION SKILLS, WHICH HAS ENHANCED THEIR ABILITY TO NAVIGATE DAILY LIFE, EMPLOYMENT, AND ENGAGE WITH THEIR CHILDREN'S EDUCATION. THE PROGRAM HAS BEEN A GAME-CHANGER, PROVIDING MUCH-NEEDED SUPPORT TO ACADEMICALLY STRUGGLING STUDENTS AND EQUIPPING THEM WITH THE NECESSARY TOOLS FOR SUCCESS. ABOUT 600 BENEFITED FROM THIS PROGRAM.
OUR ULTIMATE GOAL IS TO EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS AND CONNECT THEM TO THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS.WE BELIEVE THAT BY PROVIDING EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND SUPPORT, WE CAN HELP INDIVIDUALS OVERCOME BARRIERS AND REACH THEIR MAXIMUM POTENTIAL. THROUGH OUR WORKSHOPS, TRAINING PROGRAMS, NETWORKING EVENTS, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH EFFORTS, WE ARE COMMITTED TO MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT IN THE LIVES OF THOSE WE SERVE. OUR WORKSHOPS FOCUS ON ESSENTIAL SKILLS SUCH AS RESUME BUILDING, JOB TRAINING, AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT. THESE SESSIONS ARE DESIGNED TO EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS BY EQUIPPING THEM WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND TOOLS THEY NEED TO SUCCEED IN THEIR CHOSEN FIELDS. BY OFFERING THESE WORKSHOPS, WE AIM TO BRIDGE THE GAP BETWEEN INDIVIDUALS AND THE RESOURCES THEY NEED TO THRIVE IN THEIR CAREERS.IN ADDITION TO OUR WORKSHOPS, WE ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY EVENTS ORGANIZED BY OTHER ORGANIZATIONS.THIS ALLOWS US TO EXTEND OUR SERVICES AND SUPPORT TO A WIDER AUDIENCE. BY ATTENDING THESE EVENTS, WE CAN CONNECT WITH INDIVIDUALS WHO MAY NOT HAVE BEEN AWARE OF OUR ORGANIZATION OR THE RESOURCES WE OFFER. THROUGH THESE INTERACTIONS, WE STRIVE TO CREATE MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS AND PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Bintou Kone CEO | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Stephan Yriga Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Carole Wandaogo Community Outreach Director | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Evelyne Kone Director Of Finance | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Ali Tagnan Volunteer Coordinator | Officer | 15 | $0 |
Karim Porgo Director Of Operations | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $2,390 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $74,589 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $70,291 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $76,979 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $1,080 |
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 | $87,774 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $55,440 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $8,590 |
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 | $5,347 |
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 | $0 |
Office expenses | $2,580 |
Information technology | $4,047 |
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 | $76,004 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $13,250 |
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 | $3,609 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $936 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $780 |
Total assets | $18,575 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,036 |
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 | $1,036 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $16,503 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,036 |
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 | $18,575 |