2024-11-13T12:26:05-06:00 2023-12-31 061667465 Prager Metis CPAs LLC 14 Penn Plaza Suite 1800 New York NY 10122 990 2023-01-01 135562332 Russian Children's Welfare Society Inc RUSS 2124736263 16 West 32 Street 405 New York NY 10001 B Fekula President 2124736263 2024-11-13 1 0 Michael E Williams P01054634 2126430099 2024-11-13 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z 16 West 32 Street 405 New York NY 10001 2249597 0 X www.rcws.org X 1926 NY The Russian Children's Welfare Society is dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged children in Russia by supporting organizations that effectively enhance their health, education, and social welfare. 11 8 2 0 0 0 758092 34738 0 0 -351008 -397112 3345 -9315 410429 -371689 539281 465793 0 0 355159 300585 0 0 106358 265406 234366 1159846 1000744 -749417 -1372433 10657686 10963039 112705 73648 10544981 10889391 X Founded in 1926, the Russian Children's Welfare Society (RCWS) continues to support orphanages, pediatric hospitals, schools and rehabilitation centers in Russia. The Society also helps achieving orphans continue their education by providing college scholarships. Additionally, RCWS started supporting Russian language schools and other educational programs in the US. 0 0 200200 200200 EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND PROGRAMSDuring over 20 years since the inception of the RCWS scholarship program, the number of participants has grown from 3 in the 2003-2004 academic year to 200 in 2021-2022. During 2023, RCWS was supporting 155 students in the Pskov, Yaroslavl, Moscow and the North Caucasus regions, allocating a total of $186,200. Majority of the students are orphans and they cannot rely on parents or relatives for any financial support. The RCWS scholarship recipients receive a monthly stipend for living expenses, enabling better focus on their studies. RCWS requires academic transcripts from each scholarship recipient, as well as reports on the use of the stipend to assure accountability. In summer 2023, 28 RCWS scholarship recipients graduated and received diplomas.During 2023, RCWS supported 3 rural schools in the Pskov region. Kachanovo Secondary School received $6,991 towards project: "Modern Digital Equipment for the Computer Classroom" that aims to create a computer lab to teach and improve students IT skills. RCWS awarded $6,845 to the Dobruchi Secondary School towards the project "Knowing the Rules of the Road". This project focuses on road safety education with the help of a mini road system for practical learning. RCWS granted $5,036 to the Polonskaya Secondary School to support "Tourist and Local History Club at a Rural School" project. This project aims to create a club for tourism to engage students in local history. Rybinsk Gymnasia named after Serafim Vyritsii in Yaroslavl Region received $10,428 to equip their Chemistry and Biology classrooms.RUSSIAN LANGUAGE SCHOOLS AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN THE USIn 2023 RCWS granted $14,000 to 3 educational institutions in the United States to help further their educational objectives and assist with a financial need. 122324 122324 MEDICAL PROGRAMS "GIVE BEAUTY BACK TO THE CHILDREN"- PEDIATRIC MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY FUNDIn 2010, RCWS launched "Give Beauty Back to the Children," in partnership with Professor Vitaly Roginsky, Head of the Moscow Center for Maxillofacial Surgery (MCMS) and Lev Ambinder, Head of the Rusfond. MCMS is one of the most innovative facilities in Russia providing treatment and rehabilitation for children with facial deformities. In 2023, through our partnership with the MCMS and Rusfond, RCWS assisted 119 children from low income families and orphanages in need of complex maxillofacial surgeries. In 2023, RCWS allocated $100,000 towards this project. Through our partnership with Rusfond an additional $410,558 was provided to MCMS from donors in Russia. The average cost per surgery is in the range of $2,500-$5,000. The hospital has a waiting list of children and relies on RCWS support. OTHER MEDICALRCWS awarded $13,890 to the "Perinatal Center" in the Rostov Region to help reduce the risk of complications in infants with extremely low birth weights. Thanks to RCWS partner Rusfond, necessary medical equipment was purchased and delivered to the hospital. This project benefits 500 children per year, providing essential medical care with the help of modern equipment such as monitoring devices, respiratory systems, and infusion filters. RCWS provided $8,434 to the Children's Clinical Hospital in Tatarstan towards highly needed equipment, including a volumetric infusion pump, stationary neonatal monitors, and an ultrasonic nebulizer. This equipment enhances the quality of care for premature infants and reduces the risk of complications. 56082 56082 ORPHANAGESRCWS goal is to enable orphanages to meet basic needs, and to promote comprehensive programs that help orphans grow to be healthy and independent adults. Opochka School and Orphanage received $7,382 towards the project "Modern Digital Equipment for Classroom Learning" to equip the classrooms with modern computer technology. Thanks to provided equipment, teachers are able to diversify lessons, making them more engaging and effective for students. RCWS granted $5,000 to the Bobrovsky Orphanage for Children with Special Needs, that houses 70 children with special needs, towards the "Aqua Therapy Treatment" project. RCWS allocated $7,180 to the Orphanage "Velikie Luki Center Assisting Children Left without Parental Care" towards the implementation of the "Sewing Workshop" project. This funding covered sewing and embroidery machines, steamers, irons, and other tools. Through this project, the children are gaining practical sewing skills and work experience.The Krasnogorodsky Orphanage "AgroSchool," which currently houses 80 children with special needs, received $7,079 from RCWS for the "Nurturing Talents Together!" project. This funding enabled the replacement of outdated sound equipment with professional acoustic systems, mixers, and microphones, allowing children to develop their talents. RCWS allocated $4,820 to the Porkhovo School and Orphanage to establish a specialized room for therapeutic physical treatment. RCWS support will enable the orphanage to conduct more effective treatments for 213 children with special needs, developing their movement coordination, balance, and motor skills.RCWS granted $6,792 to the Center for Special Education No. 3 in Velikie Luki towards a modern playground with a safe surfacing, featuring various outdoor equipment for kids. The Center assists 160 children with special needs. Pervomaiski Orphanage for Children with Special Needs in Kostroma region received $8,214 to equip a physiotherapy room to improve rehabilitation and treatment for over 50 children with special needs. RCWS granted $9,615 to the St. Alexis School & Orphanage to cover the cost of essential food for 265 children. Thanks to this support, the children received sufficient grains, sugar, and fruits in their diet, ensuring their well-being and nutrition. 222870 87187 REHABILITATION CENTERS FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDSRCWS granted $8,025 towards the Preodolenie L Center's on-going programs allowing the children with special needs to receive the therapeutic horseback riding lessons and rehabilitation.RCWS allocated $10,666 to the Rehabilitation Center "Nelishnie Deti" to support its programs in three locations: Center for Psychological and Educational Support in Moscow; Center for Psychological Support for Families affected by the terrorist attack in Beslan; Center for at-risk families in Inozemtsevo, Stavropol region. Expected outcomes include preventing social orphan-hood, improving parent-child relationships, enhancing peer interactions, preventing professional burnout, and preparing teaching manuals. Thanks to this project, psychological assistance will be provided to over 400 children, their family members, and 90 healthcare workers. RCWS provided $4,738 to the Rehabilitation Center "Krug" to cover summer rehabilitation program and travel for children with special needs and their parents. A vital aspect to children's development, particularly those with autism spectrum disorders, is travel. When children are introduced to new environments and are culturally stimulated, they become noticeably engaged and joyful. During the Krug summer retreat, the teachers are working not only with children, but also with their parents, teaching them coping mechanism, providing support and opportunity to meet other families. OTHERIn 2023, RCWS allocated $10,101 to the International Charitable Foundation named after Vladimir Spivakov, Moscow to cover accommodation, transportation expenses and meals for children attending the XX "Moscow Welcomes Friends" Festival. Over 1,000 gifted children from various parts of Russia participated. Additionally, RCWS provided scholarships to 27 talented young musicians affiliated with the Spivakov Foundation.YELKA ANNUAL NEW YEAR AND CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONIn December 2023, the RCWS Moscow team delivered Christmas gifts to 3,500 children from 28 organizations in Pskov, Yaroslavl, Kislovodsk, Ryazan, Kostroma, Novomoskovsk, Moscow & Moscow region. RCWS shipments with Christmas gifts were delivered to all the recipients. 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The Organization has been classified as an organization other than a private foundation under Section 509(a)(2). As of December 31, 2023, management has determined that there are no significant uncertain tax positions requiring recognition in the Organization's financial statements 1 Russia & the Newly Independent States - 1 2 Administer and monitor programs funded grants provided to various institution and social welfare to various individuals 513118 1 2 0 0 1 2 513118 0 513118 Russia & the Newly Independent States - Assistance to orphanages 56082 wire 0 Russia & the Newly Independent States - Assistance to rehabilitation centers 23429 wire 0 Russia & the Newly Independent States - Assistance to a hospital in Russia that provided special surgeries to children 122324 wire 0 Russia & the Newly Independent States - Assistance to educational and training institutions 45351 wire 0 Scholarships for various students at various educational institutions Russia & the Newly Independent States - Armenia, Azerbijan, Belarus, 155 186200 wire, local currency, US dollars Christmas presents to orphans and children with special needs russia & the Newly Independent States - Armenia, Azerbijan, Belarus, 3500 18417 deliver of gifts to children in orphanges Christmas presents to orphans and children with special needs purchase price of items 0 0 0 0 0 0 Part I, Line 2: RCWS has put in place a thorough system of checks and balances to make sure that provided assistance in Russia is being used for the intended purpose: - Organizations must provide a complete application detailing the project for which they are seeking support, including a budget. Among the requested supporting documents for organizations is the Certificate of Registration. -Once the request is approved by the Program Planning Committee, consisting of the Board members, RCWS Representative Office issues an official agreement stating in rubles the equivalent of the approved assistance and how it is to be spent. According to the local legal requirements, the agreement is drafted in Russian rubles with the local bank's exchange rate. - Starting spring 2022 and continuing into 2023 and beyond, RCWS Moscow Office has been transferring funds to approved beneficiaries only through non-sanctioned banks. - Head of the Moscow Office regularly visits the aid recipients making sure that the RCWS assistance is being used as intended and described in submitted requests. - RCWS representatives in Russia, Heads of Moscow and New York Offices, as well as RCWS Board members periodically visit the beneficiaries. - All RCWS aid recipients have to submit financial and activities reports, which include copies of the invoices, bank statements illustrating the payments and accounting of the provided assistance, as well as photos and videos of the implemented projects, sponsored by RCWS. The Moscow Office accountant checks the financial reports provided by the aid recipients. Annually the RCWS Moscow Office goes through an official audit in Russia, which includes detailed review of the sponsored projects. Part I, line 3: Direct costs are allocated to the non-US office. 1 Burlingame Russian School at the Church of All Russian Saints 744 El Camino Real Burlingame CA 94010 6000 0 general support Russian School at the Holy Virgin Mary Russian Orthodox Cathedral 650 Micheltorena Street Los Angeles CA 90026 2000 0 general support Saints Cyrill & Methodius High School 6200 Geary Blvd San Fransisco CA 94121 6000 0 general support 3 Part I, Line 2: The board and management review individual applications made by schools and others. - Organizations must provide a complete application detailing the project for which they are seeking support. Beatrice Fekula Board member and employee 88500 salary 0 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 2 Beatrice M Fekula (the President of the Organization) is the mother of Natasha Fekula (a director) and and aunt of Peter Fekula (a director). Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b Management, the audit committee, and certain memeber of the board review the 990 and then present it to the full board at a board meeting before it is submitted to the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The policy is reviewed at the annual board meeting Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 Annually the board of directors reviews the performance of key members of management and puts the compensation package to a vote. Members of the board who are compensated (or related to the compensated person) recuse themselves and do not partake in the discussion or vote. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The organizations financial statements are available by request and, as required by rules and regulations of the New York State Attorney General, made available for public access through the annual filing with that office. The organizations governing documents are made available by request.