named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
Campaigns
Runs four annual holiday campaigns (Easter, Christmas, Back to School, Month of Mercy) to bring joy and material support to families
Construction
Builds and repairs homes to provide safe, healthy living environments for needy families
Economic Development
Supports self-sufficiency through small projects, interest-free loans, job matching, vocational training, and factory opportunities
Education
Funds preschool programs, after-school tutoring, college scholarships, and literacy centers for underserved Coptic communities
Field Trip
Organizes service trips to Egypt for donors and volunteers to witness programs firsthand and participate in field activities
Healthcare
Covers costs for monthly medications, medical examinations, treatments, and surgeries at Misr Al-Mahaba Hospital for those unable to pay
Social Services
Provides monthly financial support to distressed Coptic families, widows, and individuals unable to care for themselves due to illness or disability
Special Needs
Runs educational centers and workshops to enhance self-care skills and promote independence for individuals with physical and mental challenges
The King's Daughter
Empowers young women through fellowship and self-protection programs in culturally oppressive settings
activities · 11 groups
What they do
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Public Awareness and Educational Outreach 1 activity
- Conducts public awareness and advocacy campaigns in U.S. communitiesRaises awareness about poverty among Coptic families in Egypt through outreach campaigns in U.S. communities, including educational events and storytelling to foster empathy and engagement.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Funds aid and assistance programs for Coptic communities in EgyptProvides grants to support programs delivering food, medical care, education, housing, and emergency relief to impoverished Coptic families in Egypt.
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Hospital and Medical Center Support 1 activity
- Funds life-saving medical care and supports health clinics in EgyptFinances medical treatments, surgeries, medications, and transportation for sick patients in Egypt, particularly through Misr Al-Mahaba Hospital. Also supports health clinics that provide basic medical services, immunizations, and check-ups in underserved communities.
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Women's Microenterprise and Livelihood Development 1 activity
- Offers economic empowerment and livelihood development programsSupports income-generating activities, vocational training, job placement, interest-free loans, and factory employment opportunities to promote self-sufficiency among impoverished Coptic families in Egypt.
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Financial and Emotional Support for Bereaved Families 1 activity
- Offers funeral and bereavement support to grieving familiesProvides financial assistance to cover burial and memorial costs, along with emotional, spiritual, and logistical support, to ensure dignified funerals for Coptic families in Egypt.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Provides emergency and holiday-specific relief campaignsConducts four annual campaigns during Easter, Christmas, back-to-school season, and The Month of Mercy to deliver food, supplies, and financial aid to needy families. Also provides emergency relief including food, clean water, shelter, and sanitation.
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Supportive and Emergency Housing Services 1 activity
- Provides housing and home construction support for needy familiesSupports the construction of safe, healthy homes equipped with basic necessities for impoverished Coptic families in Egypt, ensuring access to secure shelter.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Provides monthly financial and material support to impoverished Coptic families in EgyptDelivers monthly financial aid and essential home appliances such as beds, stoves, refrigerators, and fans to low-income Coptic families in Egypt to meet basic needs and improve quality of life. Conducts monthly home visits and biannual reviews to assess eligibility and track progress toward self-sufficiency.
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Wedding Financial Assistance for Needy Couples 1 activity
- Provides wedding and newlywed support for young Coptic couplesOffers financial aid and household essentials such as appliances and clothing to young Coptic brides and newlywed couples from needy families to help them start their lives with dignity.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Recruits and mobilizes U.S.-based volunteers for awareness and fundraisingEngages volunteers in the United States to promote the organization’s mission, support fundraising efforts, and expand outreach through local events and campaigns.
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General Educational Programming 1 activity
- Supports education and literacy programs for underserved Coptic communities in EgyptFunds and operates preschools, after-school tutoring, literacy centers, and college scholarships for Coptic children and youth living below the poverty line. Educational support is delivered through SML-run centers and workshops.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.73M
Contributions & grants$2.69M99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$41K
expenses
Total expenses$2.54M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$210K
Grants paid out$2.17M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.42M
Cash$1.33M
Investments$0
Liabilities$557K
Net assets$863K
Liquid reserves6.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- AYMAN IBRAHIM — TREASURER
- DR TAMER YACOUB — BOARD MEMBER
- EMAD ISHAK — BOARD MEMBER
- JOSEPH IBRAHIM — VICE PRESIDENT
- LAILA SIDHOM — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- MAGED ISKAROS — BOARD SECRETARY
- SAMY METYAS — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Bishop Yolios Partner — General Bishop of Old Cairo and Bishop of Public, Ecumenical, Social Services who supports the organization’s mission.
- Care 4 Needy Copts Partner — Organization providing wedding financial assistance to Coptic brides in Egypt
- Care 4 Needy Copts Partner — Partner organization implementing the Home Appliance Program for needy Coptic families in Egypt.
- Charity Navigator Network — Awarded at least 11 consecutive 4-star evaluations, recognizing the organization’s performance among charities in America.
- Church Partner — Provides support for the organization's mission and operations.
- Coptic Church Network — Organization is closely tied to the Coptic Church and draws support from parishioners and faith communities.
- Copts in Egypt Partner — Organization funded to provide aid and assistance to Copts in Egypt.
- GlobalGiving Network — Vetted and recognized the organization as a trusted entity on its platform as of January 1, 2023.
- GuideStar Network — Recognized the organization with a Platinum level Nonprofit Profile in 2024, the highest level of recognition for transparency.
- Misr Al-Mahaba Hospital Partner — Healthcare provider where C4NC covers medical costs for examinations, treatments, and surgeries for patients unable to pay.
- Misr Al-Mahaba Hospital Partner — Partner hospital where the organization funds life-saving surgeries for impoverished patients in Upper Egypt.
- Misr El Mahaba Hospital Partner — Partner organization where medical teams are sent and healthcare initiatives are supported.
- Pope Tawadros Government — Recognized spiritual leader whose support contributes to the organization's mission.
- Pope Tawadros II Government — Endorsed the organization and its mission to serve vulnerable communities in Egypt.
- Shepherd and Mother of Light Partner — Primary implementing partner in Egypt receiving funding to deliver social services, healthcare, education, and economic development programs.
- The Shepherd and Mother of Light Partner — Collaborates with Care 4 Needy Copts to support needy families in Egypt.
- The Shepherd and Mother of Light for the Needy Partner — Close collaborative partner in delivering aid to impoverished Coptic communities in Egypt.
- local churches Partner — Partners with local churches to identify Coptic families in need for the home visits program.
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 Service as Spiritual Ministrymethodology: faith_based_ministryBy framing service to the poor as an act of worship and spiritual duty—rooted in Matthew 25:40—the organization motivates sustained engagement and compassion-driven action among donors and volunteers, because it transforms aid from charity into sacred ministry.
- Integrated Material and Spiritual Supportmethodology: holistic_support_modelBy combining material aid with emotional, spiritual, and dignity-centered care—delivered through home visits and personal connection—the organization fosters deeper impact and long-term well-being, because holistic support addresses both physical poverty and social isolation.
- Long-Term, Tailored Family Developmentmethodology: long_term_family_developmentBy using on-the-ground assessments and follow-up systems to create individualized development plans, the organization moves beyond temporary relief to promote self-sufficiency, because sustained engagement enables families to achieve economic independence through education, employment, and micro-enterprise support.
- Targeted Grantmaking Through Local Partnershipsmethodology: targeted_grantmakingBy funding specialized local organizations and using community-based assessment to identify need, the organization ensures effective, verified aid delivery to vulnerable Coptic families, because proximity and partnership increase accuracy, accountability, and cultural relevance.