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Just One Africa Inc

EIN 45-5399345 · Alpharetta, GA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Organization's mission is to care for orphans and vulnerable children in Kenya by providing access to clean water and by partnering with local leaders to provide sustainable solutions which create hope through care, education, and community development.

Income
$1.0 million
Spending
$939,286
Spent on programs
91%
Reserves
6.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%
Employees
2
Volunteers
200
Highest pay
$35,000, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 70% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    91% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    4 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $851,416 spent. 2024 Form 990 Program AccomplishmentsIn 2024, Just One Africa embarked on an exciting new initiative: the construction of a trauma-informed high school at Lenkai Schools, designed to provide trauma-informed education to over 800 students (per year) from the Maasai community. This critical project builds upon the foundation established at Lenkai Christian School, ensuring that thousands of local children can continue their education beyond primary school. Alongside this flagship project, Just One Africa continued to make a meaningful impact through its Clean Water Programs, distributing 2000 water filters and transforming the lives of up to 50,000 people, and its Sponsorship Program, supporting over 50 children and empowering six to pursue higher educationSustainability Programs Lenkai High School Initiated a new high school trauma-informed building project to educate over 800 students, with a multi-year fundraising initiative to support the construction of classrooms and buildings. Completed the initial phase, including land clearing, permit acquisition, geotechnical earth tests, and architectural design of the campus. Fenced the seven-acre property with a strong, solar-powered animal and people-proof fence. Drilled a 600-foot deep borehole to provide a safe and sustainable source of drinking water for the campus. Completed the foundation for a 60-foot high water tower and 30,000-liter tank, which will supply water pressure to the entire campus. Dedicated the new campus in October 2024 with a community ceremony.Clean Water ProgramsDistributed 2000 water filters, providing clean drinking water for up to 50,000 people in communities lacking access to safe water.Conducted weekly follow-up visits to collect data, which consistently shows a significant reduction in water-borne diseases, resulting in lives saved and transformed.Sponsorship ProgramProvided sponsorship for over 50 children, covering their housing, education, and other essential needs.Supported six sponsored children in pursuing higher education, including college, university, and technical training.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since June 2013.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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