TexasEx.Org is a charitable organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is operated exclusively for exempt purposes set forth in section 501(c)(3), and none of its earnings, contributions, or resources benefit any private shareholder or individual. Contributions are not yet tax deductible, but we'll send you receipts for your contributions along with usage reports. The organization is incorporated in the state of Maryland and registered with the IRS, EIN 45-4296855 as of 01/24/2012. The purpose of the organization is solely and exclusively to facilitate the transfer of funds from a U.S. based tax-exempt, charitable organization directly to a project team on site. 100% of all contributions go to the field. Administrative services are funded privately. Current and active projects. Recipients do the work and own the results; we carefully supply the means along with encouragement. We provide uniforms, shoes, school supplies, and in-home tutoring. We provide simple business training, health education, and food assistance for the families. The target is quality education for the kids first, but recognizes family circumstances and needs as well. Family projects so far have included:
School renovation projects: Almas Elementary School - complete. We managed to get embassy attention for this one and assisted the principal with coordination; the Navy SeaBees did the work, providing functioning bathrooms, running water, glass in the windows, and electricity for the classrooms. Praia Francesa Elementary School - underway for 2012 with 500+ students and similar facility needs. Water and toilets are in, food storage is in, glass and electrical are in the plan as are food supplements and school supplies.
2. Kenya Education and Family Assistance: Donations support education, micro-finance, and micro-med projects in Mombasa and the surrounding area. Education: 2011/12 school year. We have relationship connections to families in Guruguru and Miritini with a total of 37 children on scholarship. That covers tuition and fees, uniforms and materials, and gets them a meal mid-day on school days. The meal is important right now, and is often the only meal they get. For now, funds are passed through the churches with which we're associated. Each has a board of directors, accountability and transparency. The bishop is a dear and trusted friend. We're on the ground routinely to oversee the efforts and gauge the outcomes. Continuation is based on diligence and performance. Micro-finance: Through our church and community connections, we have regular opportunity to support a small, targeted development or assistance effort. So far this year...
Micro-Med:
First, we had to deal with her father who was spending family finances on illicit drugs, then we bought her drug protocol with pretty tight reins on the follow up. Four months into the 6-month routine, she is dramatically improved. Weight has returned as has skin tone, color, and energy level.
Great progress for all continues. Expanding our efforts in both eastern and western Africa, Spring 2016. Rise and Shine (micro finance projects) in Kenya are begun. First reports are encouraging.
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