irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $135KClean Drinking Water Project: Access to safe water is vital for survival and hygiene. In 2024, we provided clean drinking water to more than 3,500 families, ensuring they could meet their daily water needs for cooking, drinking, and sanitation. This effort was critical in preventing waterborne diseases and supporting basic health.
- #2 $71KMedical Assistance Project: Throughout 2024, EPEK International delivered medical aid to over 45,000 individuals living in refugee and IDP camps. Services included daily check-ups, access to essential medicines, and full medical support through mobile units and on-site clinic facilities. Our team worked tirelessly to meet the growing healthcare needs of displaced populations.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Clean Drinking Water Project
Provided clean drinking water to over 3,500 families through repaired wells, new deep wells, expanded pipes, water distribution points, and hand pumps
Cooked Food Project
Provided one hot meal per day to vulnerable women and children in IDP camps to supplement limited food access
Education and Training Program
Provided basic education, computer skills training, on-the-job training, leadership development, trauma healing, and health hygiene education to Afghan refugees
Medical Assistance Project
Delivered medical aid to over 45,000 individuals in refugee and IDP camps through daily check-ups, essential medicines, and mobile medical units
Mobile Health Clinics
Provided prenatal care, treatment for malnourished children, and other health services to women, children, and pregnant women in IDP camps
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Clean Water Infrastructure and Access 2 activities
- Capacity building for clean water technologyTrains staff and local teams in Afghanistan on the use of M-100 Chlorine Generator and Bleachmaker equipment, and conducts demonstrations for community members and government officials to promote sustainable clean water solutions.
- Water access improvement in IDP campsInstalls and maintains water infrastructure including deep wells, hand pumps, distribution points, and reserve tanks in internally displaced persons (IDP) camps in Afghanistan, providing clean drinking water to over 21,000 displaced individuals (3,150–3,500 families). Activities include drilling new wells, repairing broken pumps, expanding pipelines, and installing 40kW diesel generators to support water systems.
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School-Specific Educational Support 1 activity
- Education services in IDP campsOperates EPEK International School in Barek Aub IDP Camp, hiring teachers and providing educational tools to support children’s development and help break the cycle of poverty.
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Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
- Emergency response coordinationCoordinates humanitarian relief efforts in disaster-affected regions, including deployment of leadership to earthquake-affected areas in Turkey to manage distribution of vital assistance.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food and essential supplies distributionPrepares and delivers daily hot meals and food packages to hundreds of people in IDP camps in Afghanistan, and provides warm blankets during winter. Extended operations to WAHDAT Camp in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, delivering food aid to 8,000 Afghan refugees in 2021.
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International Emergency Medical Relief 1 activity
- Medical care delivery in humanitarian settingsProvides medical services to Afghans in IDP and refugee camps through mobile clinics and fixed units, offering prenatal care, treatment for malnourished children, daily check-ups, and essential medicines. Delivered medical aid to over 45,000 individuals in 2024.
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Career and Technical Education Programs 1 activity
- Vocational and workforce training programsOperates a Training Center and Young Adult Training Program that provide vocational skills training in sewing, carpet weaving, carpentry, small engine repair, and business-related fields such as accounting, budgeting, and business plan development. The program includes English, computer skills, marketing, and management instruction leading to a credential equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Business. Launched women’s sewing training in Q1 2022.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$720K
Contributions & grants$720K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$711K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$65K
Grants paid out$529K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$38K
Cash$38K
Investments$0
Liabilities$13K
Net assets$26K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -47.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABDUL W SAHIBUDIN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $50K |
| Seth Tallon Gardner | BOARD MEMBER/PROJECT DIRCTOR | 20 | $9K |
| TINA MARIE BRUNER | CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD | 35 | $2K |
board members · 4
- CHAD NELSON — BOARD MEMBER
- DANIEL DANBEY — BOARD MEMBER
- KAREN CRANE — TREASURER/BOARD MEMBER
- MARGARET KREUTZER — SECRETARY/BOARD MEMEBER
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Amnesty International Partner — References data and reports from Amnesty International to inform context and advocacy around displacement and human rights in Afghanistan.
- Barek community Partner — Collaborated with EPEK International to establish a school in the Barek Aub IDP Camp.
- Chad Nelson Partner — Board Member and global security professional with nine years of experience serving Afghan families across the US.
- Chaplain George Partner — Former military chaplain who collaborated with Wakil in Afghanistan in 2011 and supports Epek's ongoing work.
- Epek International Network — Organization refers to its own work and community as part of the Epek path.
- Hodgdon Family Foundation Funder — Provided funding to purchase 16 computers for long-distance learning and training
- IDES Partner — Collaborates with EPEK International on water and well projects in IDP camps in Afghanistan.
- IDP community Partner — Collaborated with the internally displaced persons community, which named the project "Living Water"
- International Disaster Emergency Services Funder — Funded Project AF-20-39-01-SAH for water infrastructure improvements serving 22,050 IDPs in Afghanistan.
- International Disaster Emergency Services Partner — Collaborates with Epek International on well-digging projects to provide clean water to IDP camps in Afghanistan.
- Karen Crane Partner — Board Treasurer and owner of Plow Studio, a design firm that has supported NGOs serving Afghan communities.
- Margot Kreutzer Partner — Board Secretary and Registered Nurse with experience in community health education and medical training trips to Afghanistan.
- Red Cross Partner — Collaborating with the Red Cross to coordinate care and distribution of vital help in Turkey following the earthquake.
- Seth Gardner Partner — International Director of Operations and Board Member who transitioned from a career in manufacturing to serve full-time in Kabul.
- Tina Bruner Partner — Chair of the Board with extensive experience in missional organizations and cross-cultural strategy implementation.
- USIP Partner — Cites United States Institute of Peace (USIP) for analysis on the political and security situation in Afghanistan.
- WaterStep International Partner — Partnered to provide clean water equipment and training in Afghanistan.
- WaterStep® International Partner — Partners with Epek International to provide sustainable clean water and disinfectant solutions in Kabul, Afghanistan.
- local authorities Partner — Granted permission and collaborated with EPEK International to open the school in the Barek Aub IDP Camp.
- partners Partner — Financial supporters and prayer partners enabling aid delivery in Afghanistan.
strategies · 5
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.
- Afghan-Led Localization for Access and Effectivenessmethodology: afghan-led_localizationBy centering Afghan leadership and identity in organizational governance and operations, the organization enables access to hard-to-reach populations and builds trust that enhances program effectiveness in high-risk environments where external actors cannot operate.
- Dignity-Centered, Hope-Based Empowerment Modelmethodology: dignity-centered_careBy restoring dignity and fostering hope through humanitarian aid and relational engagement, the organization creates psychological and social conditions that enable sustainable change and long-term resilience among traumatized populations.
- Holistic Support Addressing Root Barriersmethodology: holistic_supportBy integrating education with interventions that address non-educational barriers—such as food insecurity, medical needs, and trauma—the organization increases the effectiveness of its programs because learners can engage meaningfully when basic survival and emotional needs are met.
- Integrated Education and Economic Empowermentmethodology: integrated-literacyBy combining literacy education, vocational training, and skills-based economic pathways, the organization breaks cycles of poverty and promotes self-sufficiency, particularly among women and youth, because foundational education and marketable skills together enable long-term economic independence.
- Locally Led, Sustainable Humanitarian Responsemethodology: sustainable-local-solutionsBy partnering with local organizations and deploying low-infrastructure, locally maintainable solutions—like decentralized water systems and chlorine generation—the organization ensures both immediate relief and long-term sustainability because community ownership increases adoption and reduces dependency on external support.