irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $36KMEDICAL SUPPLIES-INCLUDING MEDICINES, APPARATUS EQUIPMENT
- #2 $4KCONFERENCES, CONVENTIONS & MEETINGS
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Cervical Cancer Screening Program
Partners with Brown University to screen Rwandan women for cervical cancer using thermoablation for pre-cancerous lesions and trains local providers in LEEP procedures
General Pediatric Program
Provides surgical treatment for children with various medical conditions in underserved communities
Hands-on Cesarean Section Teaching Program
Trains local medical professionals in safe and effective Cesarean delivery techniques to improve maternal outcomes
Obstetric Fistula Repair Program
Provides surgical repair for women with obstetric fistula in Rwanda and previously in Niger, including postoperative care and patient education
Surgical Pediatric Urology Program
Delivers specialized surgical care for children with urological conditions in Rwanda
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community Health Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Conducting community and patient education outreachEngages in community outreach to raise awareness about women's and children's health issues and conducts educational sessions for patients and families on examination procedures, surgery, and postoperative self-care.
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Hospital and Medical Center Support 1 activity
- Funding and donating medical equipment, supplies, and medicinesProvides and donates medical equipment (including CPAP machines, surgical apparatus), medicines, and supplies to healthcare facilities in low-income countries such as Rwanda and Niger. Includes furnishing neonatal units and maintaining donated equipment in host facilities.
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Medical Research & Education Dissemination 1 activity
- Producing and distributing open-access medical education resourcesCreates and freely distributes educational materials, including a video on proper cesarean section technique developed with Brigham & Women’s Hospital, used for training in Rwanda. Resources are available online at no cost to expand access to best practices in maternal and child health care.
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Maternal Health Fistula Prevention and Treatment 1 activity
- Providing free surgical and medical care to underserved women and childrenDelivers free medical and surgical services, including patient exams, specialized surgeries, and treatment for conditions such as obstetric fistula, gynecologic disorders, pelvic floor disorders, genitourinary disorders in children, and cervical pre-cancerous lesions. Conducts short-term surgical outreach programs in low-income countries, with documented missions in Rwanda, Niger, and Vietnam, repairing fistulas and performing complex surgeries. Screens and treats thousands of women and children annually, supported by volunteer health professionals.
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Medical Professional Education & Training 1 activity
- Training local healthcare providers in clinical and surgical skillsConducts comprehensive training programs for Rwandan and Nigerien surgeons, nurses, midwives, anesthesiologists, medical students, and other health workers. Training includes hands-on surgical techniques (e.g., fistula repair, cesarean sections, laparoscopic surgery), post-operative care, ultrasound use, management of obstetric emergencies (hemorrhage, preeclampsia), and WHO Safe Surgery protocols. Delivered through intraoperative mentoring, formal lectures at hospitals and universities, and educational materials.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$202K
Contributions & grants$152K75%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$50K25%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$109K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.39M
Cash$1.39M
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.39M
Liquid reserves153.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +42.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- BARBARA A MARGOLIES — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- DR HILLEL TOBIAS — BOARD MEMBER
- EMBASSADOR BARBO KIRKPATRICK — DIRECTOR
- GREG MARGOLIES — BOARD MEMBER
- IRA MARGOLIES — DIRECTOR
- LIDA ORZECK — BOARD MEMBER
- ROBIN MAMA — BOARD DIRECTOR
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- Americares Network — Recognized by AmeriCares as one of the most impressive organizations among the 1,200 they work with.
- Brigham & Women’s Hospital Partner — Collaborates with IOWD to produce an educational video on cesarean section technique.
- Brigham & Women’s Hospital Partner — Collaborates with IOWD to produce an educational video on proper cesarean section technique.
- Brown University Partner — Collaborates with IOWD to initiate and lead the cervical cancer screening program in Rwanda.
- Government of Niger Government — Former governmental partner during IOWD operations in Niger from 2003 to 2009
- Kibagabaga District Hospital Partner — Partner hospital in Kigali, Rwanda for fistula repair program
- Kibagabaga District Hospital Partner — Partnered to furnish and support the neonatal unit with equipment and training.
- Kibagabaga Hospital Partner — Hosts training programs for Rwandan nurse midwives and physicians in cervical cancer screening and treatment.
- Kibagabaga Hospital Partner — Respectful partnership with Kibagabaga Hospital in Rwanda, involving shared ownership and integration with local health infrastructure.
- King Faisal Hospital Partner — Hosts IOWD surgical teams to perform pediatric urology procedures.
- Muhima District Hospital Partner — Collaborating facility in Kigali, Rwanda for expanded fistula repair services
- National Hospital Partner — Hosts IOWD surgical teams and collaborates on fistula repair surgeries in Niger.
- National Hospital (Niger) Partner — Site where initial group of women with obstetric fistula were identified and where early awareness was raised.
- National Hospital for Obstetrics & Gynecology, Vietnam Partner — Collaborates with the National Hospital for Obstetrics & Gynecology in Vietnam to strengthen staff knowledge and professional skills.
- National Hospital for Obstetrics and Gynecology Partner — Host institution in Hanoi, Vietnam for female pelvic floor reconstruction program
- Partners in Rwanda Partner — Collaborates with local partners in Rwanda to examine and treat women and children.
- Rwanda Military Hospital Partner — Hosts IOWD surgical teams to perform pediatric urology procedures.
- Rwanda Military Hospital (Kanombe) Partner — Collaborating facility in Kigali, Rwanda for expanded fistula repair services
- Rwandan maternal and child health experts Partner — Collaborates with Rwandan experts to develop and deliver women and children's health care services.
- Rwandan medical students and physicians Partner — Collaborates with Rwandan medical students and physicians to provide care and training in fistula treatment.
- Rwandese women's health experts Partner — Collaborates with Rwandan women's health experts to establish a model for delivering quality women's healthcare.
- University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK) Partner — Site for training Rwandan Ob/Gyn residents in gynecologic oncology through lectures and clinical education.
- University of Rwanda Partner — Hosts IOWD anesthesia team members as visiting faculty for formal lectures.
- district hospital Partner — Refers patients to IOWD for fistula treatment in Rwanda.
- governmental and non-governmental partners Partner — Collaborates with governmental and non-governmental partners to align programs with national health goals and integrate surgical services into local health systems.
- governmental partners Partner — Collaborates with governmental partners to integrate medical programs within local health systems.
- non-governmental partners Partner — Collaborates with non-governmental partners to integrate medical programs within local health systems.
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.
- Integrated Surgical Outreach with Clinical Trainingmethodology: integrated_care_and_trainingBy combining short-term surgical missions with hands-on training and knowledge transfer, we address immediate patient needs while building long-term local capacity because integrated care and education ensure sustainability and improved standards of care.
- Needs-Based, Contextual Program Designmethodology: needs-based_customizationBy customizing clinical and educational interventions based on the most pressing local maternal health needs, we increase relevance and effectiveness because context-specific solutions are more likely to be adopted and sustained by local systems.
- Respectful Partnership & Local Capacity Buildingmethodology: respectful_partnership_modelBy partnering with local health experts and institutions through respectful collaboration and shared ownership, we build sustainable local healthcare capacity because locally grounded systems are more effective and enduring. This approach integrates clinical training, mentorship, and system alignment to ensure that services continue beyond short-term interventions.
- Stigma-Responsive Care for Marginalized Women and Childrenmethodology: stigma-responsive_careBy addressing both medical and social needs of women and children suffering from stigmatized, treatable conditions, we improve health outcomes because reducing stigma increases access to care and supports reintegration into community life.