Shade

EIN: 471489275 501(c)(3) International Affairs

Great Falls, VA

Total Revenue
$637,891
Total Expenses
$407,148
Total Assets
$850,714
Net Assets
$843,584
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Organization Details

Legal Domicile
VA
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Shade is a small nonprofit in the International Affairs sector that reported $638K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 49% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $231K, a strong 36% operating margin.

Mission

Shade is a Christian organization empowering children, families, and communities affected by albinism and other vulnerabilities in Tanzania.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $162,704 Revenue: $61,045

The Shade Campus is located on nearly 30 acres in Shinyanga, Tanzania, serving over 230 children from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, with plans to expand. Students receive instruction in...

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The Shade Campus is located on nearly 30 acres in Shinyanga, Tanzania, serving over 230 children from pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, with plans to expand. Students receive instruction in English, Swahili, reading, writing, math, science, history, geography, Bible, and physical education. Shade provides two healthy meals each day, recreation, music, and art. Adaptations are made for children with low vision due to albinism. Shade also supports students? physical, spiritual, and social needs through medical care, discipleship, and family strengthening. Teachers and staff receive ongoing training to ensure they are equipped to accommodate and best serve children with albinism and other vulnerabilities in the classroom. Shade continues to expand its infrastructure by building new classrooms, adding staff, and providing transportation.

Program 2
Expenses: $84,596 Revenue: $34,080

OUTREACH: Shade strengthens families and communities through programs that build skills, provide resources, and offer hope. The Community Club equips local youth with biblical teaching, mentorship...

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OUTREACH: Shade strengthens families and communities through programs that build skills, provide resources, and offer hope. The Community Club equips local youth with biblical teaching, mentorship, and practical training such as agriculture, poultry keeping, soap-making, and batik/fabric design. A community garden provides both food and hands-on agricultural experience. Shade also partners with the local government center for children with albinism, providing support. In addition, small business loans help families start or grow income-generating activities, creating long-term sustainability.

Program 3
Expenses: $37,354 Revenue: $24,959

ADVOCACY: Shade raises awareness and reduces stigma around albinism through seminars, trainings, and distribution of educational materials in schools, churches, and communities. We engage local...

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ADVOCACY: Shade raises awareness and reduces stigma around albinism through seminars, trainings, and distribution of educational materials in schools, churches, and communities. We engage local leaders, pastors, teachers, and parents in order to build understanding and promote inclusion. The Shade Campus serves as a model of acceptance where children with albinism learn alongside their peers. Through media outreach, community events, and national conferences, Shade shares accurate information about albinism and equips others to advocate as well. These efforts strengthen families, influence community attitudes, and support long-term change.

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Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $569,683
Program Service Revenue $120,085
Investment Income $5,360
Other Revenue $-57,237
TOTAL REVENUE $637,891

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $57,396
Fundraising Expenses $25,246
Program Expenses $284,654
Other Expenses $324,506
TOTAL EXPENSES $407,148

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $637,891 $428,068 +0.5%
Expenses $407,148 $314,927 +0.3%
Net Income $230,743 $113,141 +1.0%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
9
Independent Members
N/A
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
N/A

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
$52,965
Total Directors
9
$52,965
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Claire Fedele Executive Dir. 48.00
Officer Director
$52,965 $0 $52,965
Dondie McNickle Chairman 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Carolyn Cuppernull Treasurer 10.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Robyn Magee Secretary 6.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Esme Farley Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Matthew Blunt Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Bill Hoover Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Byron Simpson Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Sara Borlie Director 3.00
Director
$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
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $637,891 $407,148 $850,714 $230,743
2023 $428,068 $314,927 $636,319 $113,141
2022 $392,556 $271,369 $526,509 $121,187
2021 $275,246 $165,799 $403,375 $109,447
2020 $186,069 $94,911 $293,863 $91,158
2019 $156,889 $89,900 $206,925 $66,989
2018 $136,947 $116,144 $135,734 $20,803
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