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BARBADOS NURSES ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 136616424 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE B60Z · Education · Micro (<$100K) · bnaainc.org
revenue
$597
expenses
$10K
net assets
$34K
employees
mission · from form 990

EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE SERVICES

profile · synthesized from sources

The Barbados Nurses Association of America Inc. (BNAA) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1967 to support the professional and social well-being of Barbadian-American nurses. It provides scholarships to nursing students, conducts health fairs, and engages in community health outreach. The organization also fosters collaboration among nursing professionals and supports humanitarian initiatives in both the U.S. and Barbados.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Dame Nita Barrow Scholarship Award
Recognizes nursing students in honor of Dame Nita Barrow’s contributions to healthcare and nursing education
Dr. Deborah Brathwaite Cancer Symposium
Collaborates in planning and hosting an annual cancer symposium focused on education, prevention, and support
Eunice Coppin Scholarship Award
Provides financial support to students pursuing degrees in nursing, with a focus on inspiring the next generation of healthcare providers
Health Fairs and Wellness Outreach
Conducts community health fairs, wellness events, and public health education programs in collaboration with partner organizations
Medical Missions to Barbados
Organizes medical outreach trips to Barbados to deliver healthcare services and support local health initiatives
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Nursing Professional Development 2 activities
    • Collaborate with Barbados Nurses Association in Barbados
      Partners with the Barbados Nurses Association Inc. in Bridgetown, St. Michael, Barbados, to support professional nursing networks and strengthen transnational nursing initiatives.
    • Support charitable and educational services
      Provides charitable, educational, and humanitarian services to communities, with a focus on uplifting future generations of nurses and maintaining organizational mission through member engagement.
  • Healthcare Professional Recognition Programs 1 activity
    • Advocate for nursing profession and pioneers
      Engages in professional advocacy through participation in symposia such as the Dr. Deborah Brathwaite Cancer Symposium and recognition of trailblazers like Mabel Keaton Staupers, a Barbadian-American nursing pioneer.
  • Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 1 activity
    • Award scholarships to nursing students
      Provides financial support to college students pursuing degrees in nursing through scholarship programs, including the annual Scholarship Luncheon held since 1970. Specific awards include the Dame Nita Barrow Scholarship and support for students at institutions such as Long Island University and Oakwood College.
  • Community Health Fairs and Screenings 1 activity
    • Conduct community health initiatives
      Organizes and participates in health fairs, wellness outreach programs, and health seminars to promote community well-being. Also conducted a medical mission to Barbados as part of its health programming.
  • Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
    • Provide financial assistance for medical needs
      Offers targeted humanitarian aid, such as funding for a prosthetic leg, delivered through direct financial support to individuals in need.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$597
Contributions & grants$58097%
Program service revenue
Investment income$173%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$10K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$34K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$34K
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue -93.4%
relationships · 17

Who they work with

  • BNA CNO Partner — Collaborated with BNA CNO on a conference.
  • Barbados Cancer Association USA Partner — Collaborates on professional and community health initiatives
  • Barbados Cancer Association USA, Inc. Partner — Partner organization focused on cancer awareness and support in the Barbadian diaspora community.
  • Barbados Community College Partner — BNAA presented the Eunice Coppin Scholarship Awards to nursing students at Barbados Community College in Barbados in 2024.
  • Barbados Consulate in New York Government — Collaborates with the official representative office of Barbados in New York.
  • Barbados Nurses Association Partner — Collaborates on professional and community health initiatives
  • Barbados Nurses Association Inc. Partner — Collaborates on nursing and healthcare initiatives between the U.S. and Barbados.
  • Barbados Organization of Retired Nurses Partner — Collaborates on professional and community health initiatives
  • Barbados Organization of Retired Nurses Partner — Partner organization engaging retired nurses in Barbados for continued professional involvement.
  • Caribbean American Medical Scientific Association, Inc. Partner — Collaborates with a regional medical scientific association serving Caribbean American health professionals.
  • Caribbean American Medical and Scientific Association Partner — Collaborates on professional and community health initiatives
  • Caribbean American Nurses Association Partner — Collaborates on professional and community health initiatives
  • Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. Network — Mabel Keaton Staupers is an Honorary Member of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc., indicating a professional and organizational affiliation.
  • Jennylyn Griffith Partner — Longstanding leader and active contributor since the organization's inception
  • National Council of Negro Women Network — Mabel Keaton Staupers is a Charter and Life Member of the National Council of Negro Women, reflecting a sustained organizational affiliation.
  • Nurses House USA Partner — Collaborates on professional and community health initiatives
  • Other professional nurses Partner — Coalition established among professional nurses to maintain collegiality and share information for improving health and welfare.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Education Investment for Workforce Development
    methodology: educational-scholarship-support
    By funding nursing scholarships, the organization increases the supply of qualified healthcare providers, because supporting education directly expands capacity and diversity in the nursing workforce.
  • Equity-Oriented Nursing Advancement
    methodology: racial-equity-in-nursing
    By addressing racial inequities in nursing education and practice, the organization advances civil rights in healthcare, aiming to improve access and representation because equity in training leads to more just and effective care delivery.
  • Integrated Model of Professional Development and Public Health
    methodology: integrated_health_and_professional_development
    By integrating professional development, public health initiatives, and community service, the organization strengthens nursing practice and improves population health outcomes through a unified, multidimensional approach.
  • Medical Mission-Based Healthcare Delivery
    methodology: medical_mission
    By organizing medical missions to Barbados, the organization delivers essential healthcare services and strengthens transnational nursing capacity, leveraging diaspora expertise for direct clinical and educational impact.
  • Professional Collaboration for Community Health
    methodology: professional_collaboration
    By fostering collaboration among professional nurses, the organization advances community health through shared knowledge and strengthened collegiality, which enhances practice standards and collective impact.