2019-11-11T07:49:28-08:00 2018-12-31 261134535 Fortunate Fields Inc PO Box 33052 San Diego CA 92163 990 2018-01-01 462676188 Foundation for Learning Equality Inc dba FLEFoundation for Learning Equality FOUN 8586521968 9700 Gilman Dr PMB 323 La Jolla CA 92093 Jamie Alexandre President 2019-11-11 true David A Yoshida P00617251 6192200375 2018 2020-03-31 21:24:44Z Jamie Alexandre 9700 Gilman Dr PMB 323 La Jolla CA 92093 4955870 false false X learningequality.org/about X 2013 CA Learning Equality is committed to enabling every person in the world to realize their right to a quality education, by supporting the creation, adaptation and distribution of open educational resources, and creating supportive tools for innovative pedagogy. 10 10 22 10 0 1014949 4719960 276159 232471 1148 3439 0 1292256 4955870 47103 310139 0 1631192 1938275 0 99550 474468 861460 2152763 3109874 -860507 1845996 2372200 5971226 32255 1785285 2339945 4185941 Learning Equality is committed to enabling every person in the world to realize their right to a quality education, by supporting the creation, adaptation and distribution of open educational resources, and creating supportive tools for innovative pedagogy. false false 2919774 310139 In 2018 we continued our work as a key technology provider and partner for educational initiatives operating in low-resource contexts all around the world. Major program service accomplishments include:Ongoing development of the Kolibri ecosystem, a set of interacting products that includes our open-source application built to enable seamless authoring, peer-to-peer sharing, and engagement with a library of educational content from sources all over the web, all available completely offline, on low-cost devices. Our education technology platforms have reached over 6 million people in more than 200 countries and territories.Continuation of the Kolibri Hardware Grant Program, with funding for 38 organizations in 2018. 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Grantmakers Explanation For Monitoring Use of Funds Outside US To monitor the use of grant funds, Foundation for Learning Equality requires that all grantees submit the following check-ins, trainings, and reports:Bi-Annually: - Media (e.g., videos and photos) of educator and learners using the hardware with appropriate credits (and all the necessary rights and licenses have been obtained). - One to two personal stories demonstrating impact to be highlighted via FLE's communication channels. - Report on reach and impact on learners, coaches, trainers, etc. utilizing Kolibri, following a template to be provided by Foundation for Learning Equality.Monthly: - Brief survey on hardware and implementation status to be submitted via a form provided by Foundation for Learning Equality. - Check-ins up until Kolibri is installed and being utilized without significant technical support (either via email or video conference such as Google Hangout/Skype; video conference preferred.)One Time: - Participate in two initial virtual training sessions from FLE on understanding how to use the content curation server and the learner journey. - Train relevant individuals within grantee organization on how to use Kolibri and the hardware after the initial two virtual training sessions referenced above. true Agami Inc PO Box 3178 Fremont CA 94539 731683721 501(c)3 7825 0 Education Hardware Grant Aliim Corporation University of CO 390 UCB Boulder CO 80903 352507970 501(c)3 10513 0 Education Hardware Grant Idaho Dept of Corrections 1229 N Orchard St Ste 110 Boise ID 83706 Government 7400 0 Education Hardware Grant New Arrivals Institute 506 Oakwood Ln Graham NC 27253 273996262 501(c)3 7417 0 Education Hardware Grant Rotary District 6970 PO Box 47195 Jacksonville FL 32247 592319085 501(c)3 7580 0 Education Hardware Grant Shoulder to Shoulder 3445 South Dixie Dr Ste 200 Dayton OH 45439 311487319 501(c)3 7260 0 Education Hardware Grant TAKMIL 4109 Cliffs Edge Ln Louisville KY 40241 812307066 501(c)3 8000 0 Education Hardware Grant World Leadership Fdn 5595 Sunshine Canyon Dr Boulder CO 80302 270490843 501(c)3 7300 0 Education Hardware Grant 6 2 Grantmaker's Description of How Grants are Used To monitor the use of grant funds, Foundation for Learning Equality requires that all grantees submit the following check-ins, trainings, and reports:Bi-Annually: - Media (e.g., videos and photos) of educator and learners using the hardware with appropriate credits (and all the necessary rights and licenses have been obtained). - One to two personal stories demonstrating impact to be highlighted via FLE's communication channels. - Report on reach and impact on learners, coaches, trainers, etc. utilizing Kolibri, following a template to be provided by Foundation for Learning Equality.Monthly: - Brief survey on hardware and implementation status to be submitted via a form provided by Foundation for Learning Equality. - Check-ins up until Kolibri is installed and being utilized without significant technical support (either via email or video conference such as Google Hangout/Skype; video conference preferred.)One Time: - Participate in two initial virtual training sessions from FLE on understanding how to use the content curation server and the learner journey. - Train relevant individuals within grantee organization on how to use Kolibri and the hardware after the initial two virtual training sessions referenced above. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b: Form 990 Review Process The organization's directors receive a draft of the information return filings and have ample opportunity to advise regarding necessary corrections thereto. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c: Explanation of Monitoring and Enforcement of Conflicts The organization's conflict of interest policy is signed and agreed to each year by all directors. Additionally, potential conflicts are discussed and responded to appropriately on an ongoing, case-by-case basis. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a: Compensation Review & Approval Process - CEO, Top Management Management works with the Board Finance Committee to establish the annual budget, including salaries. Then each employees salary is computed in an explicit and transparent manner, based on a number of different inputs. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b: Compensation Review and Approval Process for Officers and Key Employees Management works with the Board Finance Committee to establish the annual budget, including salaries. Then each employees salary is computed in an explicit and transparent manner, based on a number of different inputs. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19: Other Organization Documents Publicly Available The organization's governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available to interested parties upon reasonable request. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2: Change of Oversight or Selection Process Committee is composed of individuals with skill and interest in this particular area of the organization.