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American Women of African Heritage Inc
White Plains, NY · EIN 510438309 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE B03 · Education · Micro (<$100K) · awah.org
revenue
$29K
expenses
$20K
net assets
$161K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Empowerment of women and girls of African ancestry

profile · synthesized from sources

American Women of African Heritage Inc (AWAH) is a nonprofit organization based in Westchester County, NY, focused on empowering women and girls of African ancestry. The organization advances its mission through cultural and educational programs, including literary celebrations with authors, community events, and initiatives that promote intergenerational dialogue and civic engagement. AWAH emphasizes the preservation of African American heritage and leadership development within the community.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Events
Hosts and participates in local events such as dedications, soirées, and cultural gatherings to strengthen community bonds and promote civic involvement
Literary Celebration
Signature event featuring authors of fiction and non-fiction who share their work and personal journeys, fostering intergenerational dialogue and cultural connection within the African American community
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
    • Community cultural events and site visits
      Organizes cultural and social events such as annual dinners, garden visits to historic sites like the Jay Heritage Center, and participation in community dedications, including a playground dedication at LBCC. Events serve to enrich community ties and celebrate cultural heritage.
  • Girls' Mentorship and Leadership Development 1 activity
    • Empowerment programs for women and girls of African ancestry
      Provides mentoring and recognition initiatives to support the enrichment and empowerment of women and girls of African ancestry, with a focus on community engagement and achievement. Programs are centered in Westchester County, NY.
  • Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
    • Organizing literary events and author engagements
      Hosts literary celebrations and intimate gatherings featuring authors whose works align with the empowerment of women and girls of African ancestry and the preservation of cultural heritage, including moderated discussions to foster intergenerational dialogue. Events include the 2025 Literary Celebration with authors Sarah Bracey White and Julie Seely.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$29K
Contributions & grants$11K37%
Program service revenue$6K20%
Investment income$8K28%
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expenses
Total expenses$20K
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$161K
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Net assets$161K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +39.3%
relationships · 5

Who they work with

  • Jay Heritage Center Partner — Hosted AWAH members for a garden visit in June 2015.
  • Jay Heritage Center Partner — Hosted or co-hosted the Soirée event in 2025.
  • LBCC Partner — Participated in the playground dedication event at LBCC.
  • WCC Partner — Collaborated with WCC on event videotaping for a gala.
  • community organizations Partner — Collaborates with community organizations as part of its engagement strategy.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

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