BRIDGING CULTURAL GAPS

EIN: 824217623 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

TUKWILA, WA

Total Revenue
$770,785
Total Expenses
$688,895
Total Assets
$210,316
Net Assets
$210,316
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2018
Legal Domicile
WA
Principal Officer
AYANLE ISMAIL
Phone
2063277339
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

BRIDGING CULTURAL GAPS, founded in 2018, is a small nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $771K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 65% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $689K left a modest 11% surplus.

Mission

Successfully supported the underrepresented East African Community with BSK Grant. Supported included student well- being and success by improving school climate and advocating for alternative discipline in the school system.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Revenue: $149,785

Program: Newly Arrived Afghan Student Enrichment Provided culturally responsive educational and social support to Afghan refugee students and families in King County. The program offered digital...

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Program: Newly Arrived Afghan Student Enrichment Provided culturally responsive educational and social support to Afghan refugee students and families in King County. The program offered digital literacy and basic design training, coding workshops, school navigation workshops for parents, and field trips to enhance learning and community connection. Activities were delivered in Englsih, Dari, and Pashto by instructors reflecting the community served. The program also included mental health support, access to school supplies, and a school orientation to ease adjustment into the U.S. eduction system. Supported over 100 Afghan youth and their families in building academic confidence, digital skills, and community belonging.

Program 2
Revenue: $183,637

Program: HSD24 Elevating Our At-Promise Youth Provided omprehensive support around mental health, education, and employment. Families received culturally relevant therapy, students were connected to...

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Program: HSD24 Elevating Our At-Promise Youth Provided omprehensive support around mental health, education, and employment. Families received culturally relevant therapy, students were connected to academic resources, and young people found pathways to brighter futures. We also directly addressed gang violence, working to build safer communities through prevention programs and support networks.

Program 3
Revenue: $169,200

Program: Liberation and Healing from Systematic Racism Led an initiative supporting Black and Brown youth and families impacted by systemic racism in King County. The program served over 40 youth...

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Program: Liberation and Healing from Systematic Racism Led an initiative supporting Black and Brown youth and families impacted by systemic racism in King County. The program served over 40 youth through culturally grounded mentorship, leadership development, and mental health supports, while also providing tangible opportunities for long-term success. Students participated in career exploration, received guidance on post-secondary pathways, and were connected to internships and real-world skill-building experiences. The program also engaged families through multilingual parent trainings focused on navigating the school system, advocating for students, and building strong school-family relationships. Intergenerational events, youth summits, and storytelling workshops further ostered healing, identity development, and community empowerment.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $770,785
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $770,785

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $75,000
Salaries & Benefits $414,046
Fundraising Expenses $0
Other Expenses $199,849
TOTAL EXPENSES $688,895

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $770,785 $467,369 +0.6%
Expenses $688,895 $471,535 +0.5%
Net Income $81,890 $-4,166 -20.7%
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
3
Independent Members
3
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
0
$0
Total Directors
3
$0
Key Employees
1
$198,633
Highest Compensated
1
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
AYANLE A ISMAIL EXECUTIVE OFFICER 050.00
Key Emp Highest
$198,633 $0 $198,633
AHMED HUSSEIN PRESIDENT 001.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
GULED MOHAMED VICE PRESIDENT 001.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
NASRA ISMAIL SECRETARY 001.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
ABDIRIZAK ADEN BOARD MEMBER 000.00
$0 $0 $0
GULED MOHAMED BOARD MEMBER 000.00
$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 $770,785 $688,895 $210,316 $81,890
2023 $467,369 $471,535 $56,286 $-4,166
2022 $402,067 $379,841 $60,575 $22,226
2021 $691,992 $664,285 $28,155 $27,707
2020 $507,235 $466,293 $76,953 $40,942
2019 $268,468 $244,016 $42,849 $24,452
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