WATER IS LIFE KENYA

EIN: 263185829 501(c)(3)

Newark, DE

Total Revenue
$693,831
Total Expenses
$620,826
Total Assets
$388,817
Net Assets
$382,397
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2009
Legal Domicile
DE
Principal Officer
FRANCIS X TANNIAN
Phone
3028947335
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

WATER IS LIFE KENYA, founded in 2009, is a small nonprofit that reported $694K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue grew 16% year-over-year, indicating healthy expansion. Expenses of $621K left a modest 11% surplus.

Mission

SPARK PERSONAL, ECONOMIC, AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN MARGINALZIED COMMUNITIES IN KENYA THROUGH CLEAN WATER ACCESS (WASH PROGRAM), LIVESTOCK TRAINING AND LOANS (LIVESTOCK AS A BUSINESS), WOWENS ENTREPRENEURSHIP (HOPE FOR WIDOWS), AND SUPPORTING FAMILY IMCOMES (BEADED HANDICRAFT

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $232,393 Revenue: $160,690

WATER, SANITATION, AND HYGIENE (WASH) Program Water is Life Kenyas Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program enhances access to clean drinking water for marginalized Maasai communities in...

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WATER, SANITATION, AND HYGIENE (WASH) Program Water is Life Kenyas Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program enhances access to clean drinking water for marginalized Maasai communities in Southern Kenya. In 2024 WILK drilled three borehole wells and opened its 30th WASH project, bringing total beneficiaries to 100,000 people with clean water. This program alleviates the long distances women and girls previously traveled for water, enables girls to attend school, and provides essential water for livestock, the main source of income for Maasai families. Key benefits include clean water for drinking and hygiene, improved health for communities, more robust livestock, and time-savings for women. Additionally, access to clean water allows families to allocate resources towards paying for chidrens school fee, which fosters long-term ecomonic development.

Program 2
Expenses: $93,218 Revenue: $2,225

LIVESTOCK AS A BUSINESS (LAB Program) Water is Life Kenyas Livestock as a Business (LAB) program empowers groups of Maasai livestock farmers to increase productivity and profitability through a...

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LIVESTOCK AS A BUSINESS (LAB Program) Water is Life Kenyas Livestock as a Business (LAB) program empowers groups of Maasai livestock farmers to increase productivity and profitability through a four-year training and microloans. LAB trains smallholder farmers in best practices for animal husbandry, livestock business marketing skills, disease prevention, and drought-cycle management. Since its launch in 2011, LAB has positively impacted over 750 livstock farmers by boosting incomes and improving food security, enabling families to become more resilient to recurring drought. Through targeted support, farmers learn to manage their resources effectively and grow sustainable businesses. In early 2024, the 3-year drought ended. We developed a Planning for Pasture extension program that addressed the need for communities to manage grass resources, grazing plans, and long-term environmental sustainability.

Program 3
Expenses: $59,292 Revenue: $46,685

HOPE FOR WIDOWS PROGRAM Since 2022, the Hope for Widows program has been providing critical support to Maasai widows, helping them gain financial independence through entrepreneurship. In 2024, the...

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HOPE FOR WIDOWS PROGRAM Since 2022, the Hope for Widows program has been providing critical support to Maasai widows, helping them gain financial independence through entrepreneurship. In 2024, the first group of 30 widows graduated, the second group of 30 widows received their second grants, and the third group of 30 widows were trained in business skills, receiving three goats and their first $150 grant. All groups were supported by ongoing monitoring and guidance provided by WILK. By establising small businesses, these women can support their families and overcome the challenges posed by societal norms. The program fosters community collaboration and empowers women heads of households to create sustainable livelihoods, helping them break free from the cycle of poverty and dependency.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $693,831
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $693,831

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $169,533
Fundraising Expenses $36,807
Program Expenses $461,855
Other Expenses $451,293
TOTAL EXPENSES $620,826

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $693,831 $599,156 +0.2%
Expenses $620,826 $392,972 +0.6%
Net Income $73,005 $206,184 -0.6%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
10
Independent Members
10
Employees
3
Volunteers
20

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
4
$67,733
Total Directors
6
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
MARGARET J TANNIAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40.00
Officer
$67,733 $0 $67,733
KATIE KOWALSKI DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
FRANCIS KARANI DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
MARSHA WALTERS DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
STEPHENS THE DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
MICHAEL WARUI DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
AMY PLANTE DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
MARK MANNISO DIRECTOR 5.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
LINDA STAPLEFORD DIRECTOR 0.50
Officer
$0 $0 $0
FRANCIS X TANNIAN PRESIDENT 0.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $693,831 $620,826 $388,817 $73,005
2023 $599,156 $392,972 $315,923 $206,184
2022 $278,347 $340,412 $108,104 $-62,065
2021 $416,077 $385,545 $178,461 $30,532
2020 $410,562 $318,207 $151,902 $92,355
2019 $321,443 $356,806 $47,432 $-35,363
2018 $310,340 $285,986 $84,665 $24,354
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