Fiscal Year 2024

Financial Summary

(November 1, 2023 – October 31, 2024)
We are committed to the highest standards of transparency, efficiency, and impact. Below is a snapshot of our financial performance this past year, reflecting how your generosity fuels job creation for people living in extreme poverty.

Income Sources

Fundraising Impact

Total Raised: $933,126 | 5,416 donations
This marks our 6th consecutive year of fundraising growth, thanks to passionate donors like you.
Individuals:
$453K
Foundations:
$40K
Corporate Partners:
$438K*
Gifts that Give:
$3K

*This includes $310K in committed, multi-year pledges for our Women’s Fund, guaranteed annually until 2030.

Expense Allocations

Organizational Efficiency

69.8% of total expenses directly funded life-changing programs. We work hard to ensure that your donations go where they matter most—toward creating dignified, sustainable jobs.
Programs:
$414K
Operations:
$95K
Fundraising:
$83K
Where Your Giving Went

Public Allocations

94% of public donations—including gifts from individuals, corporate partners, and foundations—directly funded our programs.
How is that possible? A committed group of visionary donors—including our board and advisors—contributed $153K to cover our growth-related expenses like staff, marketing, and infrastructure.That means your gift goes straight to the heart of the work—empowering local entrepreneurs to create change.
From selling clean cookstoves to repairing wells and delivering lifesaving healthcare, your support helps people lift themselves—and their families—out of poverty.
Programs:
$413K
Operations:
$14K
Fundraising:
$12K
Thank You

We're Proud to Earn Your Trust

Our commitment to transparency, efficiency, and integrity has earned us top ratings from the most respected evaluators in the nonprofit world. When you give, you’re joining a community of donors who value high-impact, trustworthy giving.

Charity Navigator’s highest rating for accountability and financial health.

Awarded by Candid (formerly GuideStar) for clear and open reporting.

Recognized for female founders making a difference.

Supporting Documents

Click below to download our 501(c)3 acceptance letter and 990 tax filings. We were founded in November, 2010. Our fiscal year runs from Nov. 1. - Oct. 31.