named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Food Pantry Support Program
Annual contribution to five local food pantries in Freeport and Merrick to address food insecurity during emergencies such as the pandemic
Gyaboland School and Women's Center Support
Contributed to school furniture, building renovations, and women’s empowerment projects in Gyaboland, Liberia through partnership with Gyabolanders & Friends-US, Inc.
Haiti Water Project
Initiative to provide sustainable access to clean water in Anse Pirogue, Haiti, including well drilling and plans for desalination infrastructure
High School Scholarship Program
Provides annual scholarships to graduating high school students from Freeport and Merrick who are pursuing college education
Interact Club Sponsorship
Sponsors and mentors a youth leadership club at Freeport High School to develop future community leaders
PPE Distribution Initiative
Purchased and distributed 600 face shields to hospitals and clinics during the 2020 pandemic PPE shortage
activities · 17 groups
What they do
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 2 activities
- Provision of sponsored holiday meals to low-income familiesProvides sponsored Thanksgiving meals to community members in need, including through turkey donations and meal distribution.
- Volunteer support for Salvation Army fundraising campaignsAnnually provides volunteer bell ringers to support Salvation Army fundraising efforts during the holiday season.
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Criminal Justice Policy Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for dual citizenship legislation in LiberiaLobbied with partners for the passage of Liberia's Dual Citizenship Bill, which was signed into law in May 2022.
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School Infrastructure Development 1 activity
- Construction of educational and community facilities in Gyaboland, LiberiaConstructed and furnished an early-grade school and a Women's Resource Center in Gyaboland, Liberia, with additional funding for school furniture and building renovations between 2019 and 2021.
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Menstrual Health and Hygiene Equity 1 activity
- Distribution of menstrual hygiene kits to support girls’ educationDistributed 500 reusable menstrual hygiene kits to girls across seven schools in Gyaboland, Liberia, to promote school attendance during menstruation.
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Distribution of PPE and Crisis Supplies 1 activity
- Distribution of personal protective equipment during public health emergenciesPurchased and distributed 600 face shields to hospitals and clinics during the pandemic to address PPE shortages.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Funding and support for local nonprofit organizationsProvides grants and support to local nonprofits including Operation Pride, The Little League, the INN, and Feed the Children.
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Pediatric Medical Care and Research Support 1 activity
- Funding medical travel and treatment for children needing heart surgeryFinances the travel and medical care of children from abroad who require heart surgery in the United States through the Gift of Life Program.
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Memorial and Veteran Honor Services 1 activity
- Historical support for military personnel during World War IISent letters to over 200 servicemen from Freeport stationed at active battlefronts during World War II.
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Clean Water Infrastructure and Access 1 activity
- Implementation of community development projects in HaitiParticipates in water well projects in rural Haiti, including a 2018 well-digging initiative in Anse Pirogue that reached 170 feet, though the water was found to be brackish.
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Rotary Club Local and Global Service Initiatives 1 activity
- Implementation of local and international service programsOrganizes and carries out service initiatives addressing health care, hunger, poverty, illiteracy, and environmental issues through the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Club.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Leadership and founding of a community development nonprofit in LiberiaFounded and leads Gyabolanders & Friends-US, Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to community development in Gyaboland, Liberia.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Provision of scholarships to local high school graduatesOffers annual scholarships to graduating high school students from Freeport High School to support college attendance.
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Regular Membership Meetings 1 activity
- Regular club meetings and organizational operationsConvenes regular meetings on the 1st, 3rd, and 4th Thursday of each month to coordinate club activities and operations.
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Amateur Sports Competition Programming 1 activity
- Sponsorship and volunteer support for youth sports programsSupports local youth basketball tournaments through sponsorship and volunteer efforts.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Support for local food pantries during crisesProvided financial and in-kind or material support to five local food pantries in Freeport to address food insecurity during the pandemic.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Youth mentoring through local groupsEngages in mentoring activities with youth through local organizations and school-affiliated clubs.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advocacy for youth recreation accessSubmitted a resolution to the school board advocating for school gymnasiums to remain open during holidays to reduce juvenile delinquency.
- Community needs assessment during wartimeConducted a survey of the Village’s war needs and opportunities through the “work pile project” during World War II.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$25K
Contributions & grants$25K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$43K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
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balance sheet
Total assets$28K
Cash—
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Net assets$28K
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -50.6%
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Feed the Children Partner — Receives contributions from the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Foundation for hunger relief efforts.
- Freeport Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with the Freeport Chamber of Commerce as part of local community engagement efforts.
- Gyabolanders & Friends-US, Inc Partner — Collaborated on school furniture and building renovation projects in Gyaboland, Liberia.
- Merrick Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with the Merrick Chamber of Commerce as part of local community engagement efforts.
- Operation Pride Partner — Receives contributions from the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Foundation for community programs.
- Rotary International Network — Member of a global network of over 34,000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas.
- Rotary district in North Carolina Partner — Teaming up to desalinate water in Anse Pirogue, Haiti to provide clean, potable water.
- Salvation Army Partner — Collaborates with the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Foundation through bell-ringing campaigns and donations.
- Salvation Army Partner — Partners with the Salvation Army by volunteering for annual fundraising bell-ringing campaigns.
- The Little League Partner — Receives financial support from the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Foundation.
- The Moon Catcher Project, Inc Partner — Partnered to acquire and distribute reusable menstrual hygiene kits to girls in Gyaboland, Liberia.
- the INN Partner — Receives contributions from the Freeport-Merrick Rotary Foundation for community services.
strategies · 7
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.
- Ethics-Centered Decision Makingmethodology: ethics-centered serviceBy applying The Four-Way Test to professional and service decisions, the organization promotes ethical behavior because structured reflection on truth, fairness, goodwill, and benefit ensures responsible and principled action.
- Fellowship and Camaraderie to Sustain Engagementmethodology: fellowship-driven engagementBy fostering enduring relationships through fellowship and collaborative projects, the organization sustains long-term member engagement because social bonds among like-minded professionals reinforce commitment to service.
- Menstrual Equity to Support Educationmethodology: menstrual-equity-in-educationBy providing reusable menstrual hygiene supplies, the organization reduces school absenteeism among girls because addressing biological barriers improves consistent access to education and reduces stigma.
- Professional Networks as Levers for Servicemethodology: service-through-professional-networksBy connecting professionals through shared values of service, the organization amplifies community impact because professional networks bring resources, skills, and coordination capacity that enhance project reach and sustainability.
- Service Above Self as Guiding Ethosmethodology: service-above-selfBy organizing around the principle of "Service Above Self," the organization cultivates personal responsibility and direct community engagement, which in turn drives sustained and meaningful impact because members are motivated by values beyond self-interest.
- Sustainable Community Supportmethodology: sustainable-community-supportBy undertaking projects that meet immediate needs while supporting local program sustainability, the organization creates lasting impact because short-term interventions are designed to strengthen long-term community capacity.
- Women's Empowerment Through Entrepreneurshipmethodology: women-empowerment-through-entrepreneurshipBy supporting women's entrepreneurship and literacy in underserved regions like Gyaboland, Liberia, the organization increases gender equity and community development outcomes because economic self-reliance enables broader social participation and role modeling.