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SERGE IBAKA FOUNDATION INC

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 815215301 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE Q33 · International Affairs · Micro (<$100K) · sergeibakafoundation.com
revenue
$3K
expenses
$63K
net assets
$738
employees
0
volunteers
16
program ratio
95%
profile · synthesized from sources

The Serge Ibaka Foundation supports youth in Congo, Toronto, and worldwide through programs focused on health and education, using basketball as a vehicle for development. It aims to inspire children to overcome adversity by providing opportunities in sports and life skills. The foundation partners with established organizations to run initiatives like Dreams Academy, which develops young athletes and helps them access higher education and professional careers.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $19K
    TO SUPPORT THE SPORT OF BASKETBALL AND THE VARIOUS CHAMPIONSHIPS, MATCHES, LEAGUES, CUPS AND OTHER EVENTS (COMPETITION, TRAINING, TRAINING AND/OR DISSEMINATION) OF THIS SPORT THROUGH ORGANIZATION AND SPONSORSHIP OF ACTIVITIES.
named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

Dreams Academy
Develops young basketball talent in Mali and Congo, providing training, competition opportunities, and pathways to college scholarships and professional careers
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Youth Basketball Development Programs 2 activities
    • Supports athlete participation in international basketball competitions
      Enables student-athletes from the Dreams Academy program to participate in international events such as the Next Generation Euroleague Championship and the Avance Global Cup, with documented success including tournament all-star recognitions and championship wins.
    • Supports youth basketball development through Dreams Academy programs
      Runs the Dreams Academy program to develop young basketball players in Mali and Congo, supporting participants in advancing to professional programs and international competitions. The program includes training and competition opportunities that have led to placements in elite basketball pathways.
  • Workplace and Affiliate Giving Programs 1 activity
    • Funds basketball promotion initiatives through grants
      Provides financial support to the Foment del Basquet Foundation to promote basketball via training and dissemination efforts, extending the sport’s reach through partner-led programs.
  • Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
    • Organizes and sponsors basketball events and training
      Directly organizes and sponsors basketball championships, leagues, matches, and training events to promote the sport, particularly through local and international youth engagement.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
    • Provides humanitarian aid in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo
      Delivers humanitarian support in Brazzaville, focusing on vulnerable families, mothers, and babies, including addressing food access issues exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Activities are conducted in partnership with the Just For You Association.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3K
Contributions & grants$3K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$63K
Program expenses95%
Admin / overhead5%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$59K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$738
Cash$738
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$738
Liquid reserves0.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -89.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 6
  • ANDY MILLER — DIRECTOR
  • HECTOR J MIR ESQ — SECRETARY
  • JUAN AISA — DIRECTOR
  • MIGUEL ALFAGEME — VICE PRESIDENT
  • PERE GALLEGO — DIRECTOR
  • SERGE J IBAKA — PRESIDENT
relationships · 10

Who they work with

  • Australian Hoopers Partner — Collaborates to provide playing opportunities for Dreams Academy athletes in international tournaments.
  • Dreams Academy Partner — Program through which the Serge Ibaka Foundation supports student-athletes.
  • FC Barcelona Partner — Collaborates with FC Barcelona's youth program, as evidenced by participants winning the Next Generation Euroleague Championship.
  • FC Barcelona Partner — Supported athlete Mo Keita who played for FC Barcelona in the Torneig Junior de l’Hospitalet tournament.
  • Foment del Basquet Foundation Partner — Supported through grants to promote basketball via dissemination and training.
  • Just For You Association Partner — Partner organization collaborating on initiatives in Brazzaville
  • Just For You Foundation Partner — Collaborated with the Just For You Foundation on a coordinated effort in Brazzaville in 2025.
  • Just For You Foundation Partner — Coordinated joint humanitarian effort in Brazzaville.
  • Spire Basketball Partner — Collaborates with Spire Basketball to support athlete advancement from Dreams Academy Mali.
  • University of North Carolina Partner — Higher education institution where Dreams Academy alumnus Sayon Keita committed.
strategies · 4

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.

  • Faith-Based Motivation in Service Delivery
    methodology: faith_based_service
    By grounding humanitarian efforts in faith-based values, the foundation sustains purpose-driven service, because spiritual conviction strengthens commitment and authenticity in outreach programs.
  • Holistic Athletic Development Pathway
    methodology: holistic_athlete_development
    By combining athletic training with personal development and exposure to higher education opportunities, the foundation prepares student-athletes for success on and off the court, because integrated support systems increase long-term outcomes in sports and life.
  • Story-Based Inspiration Through Role Models
    methodology: story_based_inspiration
    By sharing the personal story of Serge Ibaka, who overcame adversity to succeed, the foundation inspires children facing challenges to set and pursue life goals, because relatable narratives foster hope and self-efficacy in vulnerable youth.
  • Strategic Community and Organizational Partnerships
    methodology: strategic_partnership_model
    By partnering with established organizations and local communities, the foundation amplifies its humanitarian and developmental impact, because collaboration extends reach and resource capacity in underserved areas.