2023-11-13T16:04:08+00:00 2022-12-31 363990892 Capin Crouse LLP 1255 Lakes Parkway Suite 105 Lawrenceville GA 30043 990 2022-01-01 710929252 African Vision of Hope AFRI 6182887695 8 Professional Park Drive Maryville IL 62062 Judith Bertels President/CEO 6182887695 2023-11-13 true Judith Bertels 999009999 Luke Burnett P01079018 5055022746 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z Judith Bertels 8 Professional Park Drive Maryville IL 62062 3762627 false X https://africanvisionofhope.org/ X 2003 IL Care for orphaned & vulnerable children in Zambia to alleviate poverty & promote love & dignity. 6 5 13 22 0 0 2853897 3670311 0 4761 8888 -16319 -9318 2842339 3669881 1756532 2728175 0 314372 350789 0 47587 204586 253813 2275490 3332777 566849 337104 1886646 2231294 11368 18912 1875278 2212382 Care for orphaned and vulnerable children in Zambia to alleviate poverty and promote love and dignity. false false 1290775 1096851 African Vision of Hope's vision is for every child and family in Zambia to be released from extreme poverty and have the ability to fulfill the purpose God has for their lives. Starting 23 years ago with 23 students on a dirt floor in a rented tavern to 4,951 students in 2022, thousands of vulnerable children's lives have been impacted with a Christ-centered education. African Vision of Hope employed over 150 teachers and staff who model physical, intellectual and spiritual guidance by leading with integrity, compassion and wisdom. They are not just on staff; they wear many hats such as confidant, counselor, cheerleader, parent, guardian and friend. In 2022, 182 students completed their high school education bringing the total high school graduates to 1,128. African Vision of Hope is the only school in Zambia providing Robotics programs and clubs. Robotics develops creative and critical thinking skills and increases problem-solving abilities. Science and math skills are learned through practical application. Robotics also teaches teamwork and collaboration, and builds self-confidence. Robotics continue to grow and thrive across our campuses. Higher education and technology are vital to the development of Zambia, building a workforce of doctors, engineers, lawyers, and entrepreneurs, requiring drivers and flexible learning programs going beyond basic literacy. In 2022, 65 students were provided college scholarships, bringing the total to 188 college scholarships awarded. Sixteen men and women are receiving seminary training through scholarships with three graduates last year, bringing the total to 59. 1201806 1072591 African Vision of Hope continually digs deep-water wells, including four in 2022, ensuring clean water for every school and rescue home. Also, 50 private toilets were installed in 2022. Proper toilets and hand washing stations keep children, especially girls, in school and helps girls manage their personal needs with dignity and safety. Over 10,000 children and families benefit from these clean water points each day. Along with our staff, these children and families continue to receive hygiene training, sanitation and HIV/AIDS education. African Vision of Hope built new kitchens at four locations in 2022. Over 1,855,392 vitamin and protein fortified meals were provided to vulnerable and orphaned school children, keeping them in school rather than dropping out to look for ways to acquire food. These nutritious meals allow them to concentrate on their studies and are life changing on their overall health. In 2022, African Vision of Hope provided basic medical care to 4,951 children for treatable illnesses such as vaccinations and malaria testing through an onsite medical clinic and an on-staff nurse who traveled between schools. Healthy kids learn better and these children are the future of Zambia. 698011 558733 4382 In Zambia, African Vision of Hope employs experienced tradesmen and women who for the Hope Trades and Training program to teach sewing, knitting, craft skills, agriculture, welding and carpentry, and small business to adults living in poverty and have not completed their education. The sewing program, now self-sustaining and producing income for the ministry in Zambia, delivered over 1,000 uniforms and hundreds of knitted sweaters across the African Vision of Hope school campuses. The welding and carpentry vocational training programs, also self-sustaining, are teaching young men and women hands- on job skills. This team is making high-quality desks for the classrooms and welding strong, beautiful gates for African Vision of Hope campuses and other retail customers. African Vision of Hope's Rescue Care expansion continued with phase 1 construction of two rescue homes to provide shelter and care for 96 orphaned and vulnerable children. The construction also included two bath houses (one for females, one for males) with private showers and toilets, house parent quarters, kitchen and community building. Appliances and generators were purchased for several Rescue Homes. Beside the physical buildings for the children in Rescue Care, African Vision of Hope employs 8 Child Protection Officers to advocate for and rescue vulnerable children. These confidants protect our students from child trafficking, child marriage, child labor and horrific abuse and neglect. Child Protection Officers establish relationships with community social services, police and local leaders to bring immediate action and protection of children in need. African Vision of Hope services impact surrounding communities with a total population of over 418,800. 3190592 true true false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false true true true false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false true 5 0 true 13 true false false false false false true true false false false false false false false X 6 5 true false false false false false false true false false false true true true true true true true true false FL X Judith Bertels 6182887695 8 Professional Park Drive Maryville IL 62062 Judith Bertels President/CEO 60.0 X X 104773 0 15626 Ashley Day Director 5.0 X 0 0 0 Bruno Nobre Director 5.0 X 0 0 0 Dennis Muilenburg Director 5.0 X 0 0 0 Gene Weber Director 5.0 X 0 0 0 Steve Darr Director 5.0 X 0 0 0 Ward McMilen Director and Program Director (Part-Year) 40.0 X 8610 0 1573 Robert Bertels Secretary & Acting Treasur 40.0 X 0 0 0 113383 0 17199 1 false false false 0 259275 3411036 831268 3670311 0 0 0 0 0 8888 8888 0 0 0 0 78203 259275 91903 -13700 -13700 5225 843 4382 4382 0 0 0 0 0 3669881 4382 0 -4812 2728175 2728175 130582 100569 21878 8135 4883 4883 202574 154891 34758 12925 4077 4077 8673 6680 1453 540 4175 4175 6900 6900 18639 15490 0 3149 47029 29133 8466 9430 43464 30491 5483 7490 36004 30142 3564 2298 77298 75268 974 1056 228 228 4735 3149 839 747 Volunteer Expenses 9996 7831 1438 727 5345 3890 365 1090 3332777 3190592 94598 47587 914002 739959 913293 1467320 0 0 57511 22403 2976 1364 1840 1612 0 0 0 0 1886646 2231294 11368 18912 0 0 0 11368 18912 X 1300316 1402707 574962 809675 1875278 2212382 1886646 2231294 337104 0 X true X false true false X 1271540 1646301 1958355 2853897 3670311 11400404 0 0 1271540 1646301 1958355 2853897 3670311 11400404 1241826 10158578 429 3191 4567 4761 8888 21836 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11422240 11288 0.8894 0.8968 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 2976 1364 1612 1612 true Sub-Saharan Africa 0 0 Program Services Travel and Site Visits 26223 Sub-Saharan Africa 0 0 Grantmaking 2728175 0 0 0 0 0 0 2754398 0 2754398 Sub-Saharan Africa Provide food, medical care, clean water, education, economic development and shelter to vulnerable children and families in Zambia, Africa. Health education programs, vocational programs, and pastoral training are also supported. 1813743 Wire Transfer 914432 Medical and School supplies, school equipment, clothing, miscellaneous FMV 1 0 false false false false false false Schedule F, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds The organization works in close collaboration with its partnering grantee organization in Zambia. The Board Treasurer and CEO track the use of funds by obtaining monthly reports detailing the manner in which such funds are utilized by the collaborating organization. The reports are accompanied by receipts for all material expenditures and photographs of items purchased or constructed. Board members and volunteers travel to Africa to inspect the facilities and programs funded by the Organization, and to review future potential projects and needs of the communities. Schedule F, Part I, Line 3 Method used to account for expenditures on org's financial statements SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA-Accrual Schedule F, Part II, Line 1 Method used to account for expenditures on org's financial statements SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA-Accrual Gala 328058 254375 73683 85356 Art for Africa 9420 4900 4520 6547 0 337478 259275 78203 91903 91903 -13700 X 7 2612 Market value X 575 Market value X 21346 Market value X 1 500 Market value X 8 524966 Market value X Medical Supplies 23 17903 Market value X School Supplies 75 96835 Market value X STEM Supplies 4 256 Market value X Action Items 1 65021 Market value X Miscellaneous Goods 1 101254 Market value 0 false true false Schedule M, Part I Explanations of reporting method for number of contributions Art - Fractional interests - The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Books and publications - The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Clothing and household goods - The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Cars and other vehicles - The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Food inventory - The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Other - Medical Supplies The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Other - School Supplies The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Other - STEM Supplies The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Other - Action Items The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Other - Miscellaneous Goods The number of contributions represent the number of contributions received, not the number of items donated. Form 990, Part VI, Line 2 Family/business relationships amongst interested persons Robert Bertels and Judith Bertels - Family relationship Form 990, Part VI, Line 8b Documentation of meetings held by committees of governing body The organization has no committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing body. Therefore, this line was answered no in accordance with the instructions. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b Review of form 990 by governing body Form 990 is prepared by an independent CPA firm. The President/CEO reviews the Form 990 in detail. A copy of the Form 990 is given to the Board for review prior to filing with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c Conflict of interest policy The organization has a written conflict of interest policy. Directors and officers complete a signed conflict of interest disclosure annually. The Board is responsible for the review of the statements and enforcement of the policy. If a person has a conflict with a matter at hand, they are asked to refrain from participation in meetings and/or voting when the item in conflict will be discussed and decided. During 2020, the leadership strengthened the policy and improved the review and oversight process for potential conflicts of interest. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a Process to establish compensation of top management official The Board of Directors appoints a compensation team of independent members to set the compensation of the President/CEO. The team conducts a review of annual goal achievements and utilizes compensation guides for non profits and Guidestar reports when establishing compensation for the next year. The compensation team submits a report to the Board that describes highlights from the review and the compensation they have set for the next calendar year, pending final Board approval. The deliberation and decision process is documented. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b Process to establish compensation of other employees Compensation for officers and key employees included review and approval by the independent board, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19 Required documents available to the public The governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are made available upon request.