We frequently get the following questions from people who are interested in making a difference in the world.

Q. Are you a non-profit corporation?
A. Yes, we are incorporated in the State of California as a Public Benefit Non-Profit Corporation.


Q. Are you authorized by the IRS to grant tax deductible receipts that I can use when I claim deductions for contributions?
A. Yes, we were granted 501(c)(3) status by the Internal Revenue Service on June 23, 2005.


Q. What percentage of the donations you receive actually go to the projects we intend to support?
A. We retain 10% of donations for overhead. The other 90% goes directly to projects that you designate. This makes us one of the most efficient charitable NGOs in the USA.


Q. How can I know that you can be trusted to do what you say?
A. Our books are audited each year. Copies of audits are available upon request.