Nonprofit · EIN 45-2963971
EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL
Also known as EMPATHY INTERNATIONAL
Tax-exempt · WOODSIDE, CA 94062
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $71,503 | $73,488 | -$1,985 | $3,287 | $3,968 | -$681 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended July 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $71,503
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $1,030
- Printing, publications and postage
- $10,084
- Other expenses
- $62,374
- Program services (functional)
- $62,374
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,304
- Total assets, end of year
- $3,287
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $3,968
- Net assets, end of year
- -$681
- Cash, savings and investments
- $3,287
- Gross receipts
- $71,503
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended July 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosemary DeAragon | CEO | 20 | $0 |
| Nina Udomsak | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
| Nathan Poon | Board Member | 5 | $0 |
| Phil Mansour | Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1580 LA HONDA RD, WOODSIDE, CA 94062-3757
- In care of
- % ROSEMARY HUA
- Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
- 1580 La Honda Rd, Woodside CA 94062
- Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
- Rosemary DeAragon, 1941 Deodara Drive, Los Altos CA 94024
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Rosemary DeAragon, CEO
- Phone
- (408) 834-0236
- Website
- www.empathyfx.org
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 45-2963971 or by the name EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
Empathy FX International is dedicated to increasing access to quality education in Ghana, with the aim of breaking the cycle of poverty through educational empowerment. The organization focuses on building schools, providing scholarships, and supplying educational materials and resources, such as technology centers and libraries, to underserved communities. Empathy FX also addresses barriers to education, such as the lack of sanitary products for female students, and works to ensure equal opportunities for all children in Ghana to achieve their academic potential.
Program accomplishments
- Empathy FX International is committed to breaking the cycle of poverty by increasing access to quality education in Ghana. Over the past 14 years, the organization has made remarkable strides in providing educational opportunities for children in Ghana's Central Region, serving over 1,000 students who previously had no access to primary education. Founded in 2009 by Nana Aggrey Fynn and Rosemary (Hua) DeAragon, Empathy FX International began with a single project to build a school in a Ghanaian village. Since then, the organization has grown into a highly acclaimed non-profit, constructing five schools and a technology center. Empathy FX has also conducted seven volunteer travel programs, where participants from North America and the UK engaged in various activities, including teaching, construction, medical work, and cultural exchange. Under the leadership of Executive Director Rosemary DeAragon, who has visited Ghana eight times for Empathy FX projects, the organization has achieved significant milestones. Rosemary has overseen the construction and management of five schools, directly impacting the education of over 1,000 students. Her leadership earned the organization recognition from the Executive Branch of President Barack Obama for Exceptional Service Abroad, and in 2021, Forbes Magazine named her among the Forbes 30 Under 30 for her impactful work. Nana Aggrey Fynn, serving as the full-time Director of Empathy FX International, has been instrumental in the organization's success in Ghana. His 19 years of experience in facilitating service projects between US partners and Ghanaian communities have positioned Empathy FX as the premier non-profit organization in Ghana's Central Region, as recognized by the Paramount House of Chiefs from 2016 through 2019. In 2023, Empathy FX returned to Old Odonasi, a village in the Central Region, to establish a library and technology center, along with running a medical clinic. This project provided over 1,400 students, including 750 female students, with access to textbooks, computers, and medical care. Empathy FX distributed three pallets of books, laptops, and devices and trained teachers from more than 17 schools in the surrounding area. The organization's dedication to sustainability and community involvement is evident in its approach to construction. Empathy FX hires local labor to ensure that the construction of schools and facilities is both sustainable and of high quality. This approach not only provides employment opportunities within the communities they serve but also ensures that the facilities meet local needs and standards. In 2024, Empathy FX has built two additional classrooms in Old Odonasi. These classrooms will serve 60 students in Primary 6 and Junior High School, providing them with a stable learning environment protected from the elements and other outdoor distractions. The construction of these classrooms is was completed includes the necessary infrastructure, such as desks and roofing, to ensure a conducive learning environment. Empathy FX is also addressing the issue of period poverty, which significantly affects the education of girls in Ghana. The organization has also provided sanitary pads and 200 school uniforms to ensure that female students do not miss school due to their periods. By providing these essential items, Empathy FX aims to reduce the number of days girls miss school and prevent them from falling behind in their studies. The impact of Empathy FX's work is perhaps best exemplified by the story of Benedicta, a 12-year-old student at an Empathy FX school in Old Odonasi. Benedicta, who dreams of becoming a lawyer or a woman in technology, has had the opportunity to receive an education thanks to the schools built by Empathy FX. Her story is a testament to the organization's mission to empower children through education and create a brighter future for the communities they serve. As Empathy FX International continues its work in Ghana, the organization remains committed to its mission of providing access to quality education and breaking the cycle of poverty for children and their communities.Expenses $62,374
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in July, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | July 31, 2026 | December 15, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | July 31, 2025 | December 15, 2025 | 990-N on file |
| 2023 | July 31, 2024 | December 16, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 45-2963971
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2014
- Accounting year ends
- July
- Files
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
- Category (NTEE)
- International, foreign affairs and national security (Q33)
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-N for 2024 Officer: Rosemary DeAragon | July 31, 2025 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-EZ | July 2024 | $71,503 | $73,488 | $3,287 | XML |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Rosemary DeAragon | July 31, 2023 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Rosemary Hua | July 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Rosemary Hua | July 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 45-2963971).
Questions about EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL
- What is the EIN of EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL is 45-2963971.
- Is EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2014.
- Are donations to EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL file?
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
- When is the next return of EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending July 31, 2026) is due December 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-N for 2024 for the year ended July 31, 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL?
- The 990-N for 2024 names Rosemary DeAragon.
- Who are the officers and directors of EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended July 31, 2024 lists 4 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does EMPATHY FX INTERNATIONAL have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended July 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $71,503, expenses of $73,488 and total assets of $3,287 at year end.
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