named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Chapter Network
Local diaspora chapters organized by region or country that promote the award, raise funds, and represent their communities in the selection process
Citizen of Burma Award
An annual award that recognizes and honors Burmese individuals and organizations who selflessly serve their communities in Myanmar
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Recognition and Awards Programs 2 activities
- Hosts annual award ceremonies to promote awareness of humanitarian efforts in the Burmese communityOrganizes annual Citizen of Burma Award ceremonies through regional chapters, including past events in Los Angeles and Singapore, with the 16th ceremony planned for Houston, Texas in 2025, to publicly honor awardees and share their stories.
- Recognizes and honors Burmese individuals and organizations for humanitarian and social service contributionsAnnually awards the Citizen of Burma Award to volunteer individuals and organizations for excellence and effectiveness in social services and humanitarian aid within the Burmese community, including those operating beyond the reach of international aid; recipients include public servants resisting the military coup, young innovators in defense production during the Spring Revolution, and community leaders.
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Humanitarian Aid for Myanmar Crisis 1 activity
- Collects and disseminates information on grassroots humanitarian efforts in BurmaCollects data on volunteer individuals and organizations providing humanitarian aid within Burma, particularly those beyond the reach of international aid, and publishes findings on their projects through email, web pages, and multimedia to promote awareness.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Funds and supports humanitarian aid initiatives in MyanmarProvides emergency relief for natural disasters, supports displaced families, aids underprivileged children, and assists struggling communities in Myanmar through fundraising activities such as food fairs and donations.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$145K
Contributions & grants$145K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$156K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$154K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$687
Cash$30K
Investments$0
Liabilities$18K
Net assets$687
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue -30.6%
relationships · 56
Who they work with
- Albany Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Albany Chapter Partner — Hosted the Citizen of Burma Award ceremony in 2018
- Arizona Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Arizona Chapter Partner — Hosted the Citizen of Burma Award ceremony in 2019
- Bahrain Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Buffalo Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- COBA Network — Member of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization network
- COBA Korea Chapter Network — Local chapter in South Korea that collaborates with COBA leadership for events and community engagement.
- Canada Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Chaing Mai Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Chicago Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Colorado Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Colorado Chapter Partner — Hosted the Citizen of Burma Award ceremony in 2017
- Denmark Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Dubai Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Florida Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Florida Chapter Partner — Hosted the Citizen of Burma Award ceremony in 2014
- Fort Wayne Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- France Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Hawaii Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Indianapolis Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Japan Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Klein High School Partner — Hosted the 16th Citizen of Burma Award ceremony at its auditorium in Klein, Texas.
- Korea Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Korea Chapter Partner — Hosted the Citizen of Burma Award ceremony in 2013
- Las Vegas Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Los Angeles Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Los Angeles Chapter Partner — Hosted the inaugural Citizen of Burma Award ceremony in 2010
- Mae Sot Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
- Maryland Chapter Network — Local chapter of the Citizen of Burma Award Organization
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strategies · 2
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.
- Diaspora-Led Empathetic Grantmakingmethodology: empathy-based fundingBy engaging a virtual network of diaspora volunteers and donors to identify and fund humanitarian programs, the organization ensures culturally informed and empathy-driven grantmaking, because transnational community members possess lived experience and emotional connection that enhance responsiveness and trust in aid delivery.
- Recognition as a Catalyst for Civic Engagementmethodology: recognition_as_catalyst_for_volunteerismBy publicly honoring individuals and organizations engaged in humanitarian work, civil disobedience, and community service, the organization amplifies their stories and inspires broader volunteerism, participation, and transnational support, because recognition fosters visibility, dignity, and social motivation within diaspora and local communities.