So Others May Learn

EIN: 271413388 501(c)(3) Education

Minneapolis, MN

Total Revenue
$305,249
Total Expenses
$262,982
Total Assets
$74,483
Net Assets
$74,483
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2011
Legal Domicile
MN
Principal Officer
Kristina Chien
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

So Others May Learn, founded in 2011, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $305K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Expenses of $263K left a modest 14% surplus.

Mission

So Others May Learn a 501-C3 nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing academic scholarships to deserving students in Uganda Zambia and Zimbabwe and support the communities in which these students learn and live. These scholarships are specifically targeted at students in rural areas who lack the financial resources to pursue their education. In addition to financial support the organization also ensures ongoing monitoring of academic progress and offers additional assistance such as healthcare and infrastructure improvements for the communities where these students reside. Through these efforts So Others May Learn aims to empower underserved students in their communities by breaking down barriers to education and fostering sustainable development.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $92,502 Revenue: $0

So Others May Learn believes that students thrive when their communities thrive and they can focus on their education when they dont have to worry that their families friends or leaders are...

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So Others May Learn believes that students thrive when their communities thrive and they can focus on their education when they dont have to worry that their families friends or leaders are struggling. Every year the communities in which our students learn and live submit funding proposals for infrastructure projects that will benefit their community. We evaluate these projects based on their direct impact they will have on our students and families they connection to education and input from our community advisory boards. In order for So Others May Learn to fund a project the community must partner fiscally or through labor investment period weve vetted 13 community proposals this year and selected 4 for sponsorship: 2 medical clinics supports in Kapane and Ngamo villages a tree nursery and Ziga village that is part of the primary school curriculum and an eco- club project for three primary schools where we have students. In addition in quarter three and four we selected the building of classroom blocks at the Lupinyu primary school in Zimbabwe we created a borehole for Lupani secondary school and we helped to fund agricultural equipment for a community farm that serves our Ziga and Ngamo scholars. These projects are ongoing into fiscal year 25 but the commitment to the communities and tangible impact for our students is already present.

Program 2
Expenses: $85,256 Revenue: $0

In 2024 so others may learn granted it 4 secondary schools scholarships and three universities scholarships to students in Zambia and eight secondary schools scholarships to students in Zimbabwe. As...

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In 2024 so others may learn granted it 4 secondary schools scholarships and three universities scholarships to students in Zambia and eight secondary schools scholarships to students in Zimbabwe. As per above come with our Ugandan scholarship program covering tuition transportation fees healthcare food and other essential expenses is a key component of these comprehensive scholarships. By offering the support we aim to enable our students to concentrate on their education without worrying about their financial burdens. At the end of fiscal year 24 we committed to taking on an additional 12 students after our site visits in November and December of 2024.

Program 3
Expenses: $46,761 Revenue: $0

In 2024 so others may learn granted 19 Ugandan scholars with scholarships: 4 at the primary level 6 at the secondary level and 9:00 at the university level. These scholarships are extensive covering...

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In 2024 so others may learn granted 19 Ugandan scholars with scholarships: 4 at the primary level 6 at the secondary level and 9:00 at the university level. These scholarships are extensive covering tuition transportation fees healthcare food and other essential expenses. By offering this comprehensive support we aim to enable our students to concentrate on their education without worrying about financial burdens.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $305,132
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $117
TOTAL REVENUE $305,249

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $233,950
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $262,591
Other Expenses $29,032
TOTAL EXPENSES $262,982

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $305,249 N/A N/A
Expenses $262,982 N/A N/A
Net Income $42,267 N/A N/A
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Governance

Voting Members
5
Independent Members
5
Employees
N/A
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
6
$0
Total Directors
0
$0
Key Employees
2
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Kristina Chien Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Mary Goetz Board member 5.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Peter Tester Board Chair 4.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Elise Szwajkowski board member at large 5.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Caroline Ferguson board secretary 4.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Hutton Phillips Board member and future chair 10.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Cynthia Nidewini Zim and Zam program coordinator 20.00
Key Emp
$0 $0 $0
Lwanga Muzaifa Uganda program coordinator 20.00
Key Emp
$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 $305,249 $262,982 $74,483 $42,267
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