BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC

Financials

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 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 142, WILDWOOD, PA 15091-0142

Mailing address (990-N for 2021)

PO Box 142, Wildwood PA 15091

Principal officer (990 for 2025)

ROGER S MARTON, PO BOX 142, WILDWOOD, PA 15091

Principal officer (990-N for 2021)

M Suzanne DeVore, PO Box 142, Wildwood PA 15091

Signed the 990

ROGER S MARTON, TREASURER

Phone

(412) 367-2709

Website

https://www.fasolife.us

Return prepared by

GROSSMAN YANAK & FORD LLP

Mission

THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE RELIEF OF POVERTY AND THE PROVISION OF ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION THROUGH RELIGION IN BURKINA FASO, WEST AFRICA. THE ORGANIZATION AIMS TO SUPPORT, IN PARTICULAR, THE MEANS AND CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS FOR EDUCATION IN BURKINA FASO, WEST AFRICA FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN AND ORPHANS WITHOUT DISTINCTION OF RELIGION, NATIONALITY, AND PUBLIC OPINION APART FROM ANY CONSIDERATION OF RACE, GENDER, BELIEF AND POLITICAL OPINION, THROUGH THE CONSTRUCTION OF SCHOOLS AND A CRAFT LEARNING CENTER SUCH AS SEWING, CARPENTRY, FARMING AND A MEDICAL CENTER FOR THE MINIMUM CARE OF STUDENTS AND IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT THEIR EXPENSE.

Program accomplishments

• THE SCHOOL THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES FOR CHILDREN IS AT TANGHIN-DASSOURI, BURKINA FASO, CALLED THE "KOUKA MARY ACADEMY." BY LAW, EDUCATION IS FREE IN BURKINA FASO, BUT THE GOVERNMENT IS NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE RESOURCES TO GUARANTEE FREE PRIMARY EDUCATION. THE ORGANIZATION, THROUGH THE KOUKA MARY ACADEMY, DELIVERS QUALITY EDUCATION BY FOLLOWING THE NATIONAL CURRICULUM IN CORE SUBJECTS SUCH AS READING, WRITING, AND MATHEMATICS, WHILE ALSO OFFERING ENRICHED PROGRAMS INCLUDING TECHNOLOGY, ENGLISH, AND HANDS-ON GARDEN INITIATIVE THAT TEACHES AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK CARE, AND PRACTICAL LIFE SKILLS.
  Expenses $59,134 · revenue $7,974
• SUSTAINABLE FARMING PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM OPERATES IN A COUPLE OF VILLAGES IN THE BURKINA FASO, WEST AFRICA. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES WATER SOURCING, AREA FENCING AND LABOR [AS NEEDED], SEEDS, FERTILIZER, TOOLS AND OTHER MATERIALS, AND HOUSING AND STORAGE FOR THE CROPS THAT ARE GROWN. THE WOMEN WILL SELL A PORTION OF THEIR HARVEST IN THE LOCAL MARKET. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES HOPE ALONG WITH THE SKILLS NEEDED IN AGRICULTURE. ONE PARTICULAR FOCUS IS ON INTENTIONALLY DISPLACED PEOPLE FLEEING INSURGENT-CONTROLLED AREAS.
  Expenses $5,628
• CARPENTRY PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM BEGAN IN 2025 AND IS AN ENTREPRENEURIAL PROGRAM TO ASSIST IN PROVIDING ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND CONDUCTING A BUSINESS IN CARPENTRY. THE PROGRAM HAS BEEN USED TO BUILD CHAIRS AND DESKS FOR THE ACADEMY.
  Expenses $2,945
• SUSTAINABLE LIVESTOCK PROGRAM - THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE WOMEN WITH 75% OF THE COST OF TWO LIVESTOCK ANIMALS [SUCH AS GOATS OR LAMBS], ACCESS TO VETERINARY CARE AT A MINIMUM COST, AND TRAINING IN NOURISHING AND FEEDING THE ANIMALS. THE WOMEN WILL PROVIDE THE REMAINING 25% AS THEIR INVESTMENT SO AS TO HAVE A PERSONAL INTEREST AND RESPONSIBILITY IN THE SUCCESS OF THE PROGRAM. THE WOMEN WILL NOURISH AND FEED THE ANIMALS FOR AT LEAST SIX MONTHS AND THEN SELL THEM WHEN THE MARKET VALUE IS PROFITABLE. THE ORGANIZATION'S ORIGINAL INVESTMENT PLUS 5% OF THE PROFIT WILL BE RETURNED TO THE ORGANIZATION.
  Expenses $1,639
• LIVING ABOVE THE DIRT - THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO HELP FAMILIES OBTAIN CONCRETE FLOORING IN THEIR HOMES FOR BETTER HEALTH AND TO HELP BUILD THEIR SELF-ESTEEM. THE PARASITIC INSECT, NAME "BOUGLEE" IN THE NATIVE LANGUAGE, LIVES IN THE DIRT AND FEEDS ON LIVE FLESH. SLEEPING ON THE DIRT FLOOR OF THEIR MUD BRICK HOMES, THE PEOPLE ARE REGULARLY SUBJECTED TO THE INSECTS BORING INTO THEIR SKIN, CAUSING BOTH PAIN AND INFECTION AND REQUIRING FREQUENT TRIPS TO THE HOSPITAL. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES CEMENT AND THE VILLAGE PEOPLE PROVIDE THE SAND AND GRAVEL NEEDED TO CREATE A STRONG CONCRETE MIX. THEY ALSO PROVIDE ALL THE LABOR FOR MIXING AND POURING THE CONCRETE.
  Expenses $445

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

82-1916042

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

2019

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

International, foreign affairs and national security (Q33)

Assets (IRS master file)

$428,540

Income (IRS master file)

$230,170

Filing history

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 82-1916042).

Questions about BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC

What is the EIN of BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC?

The employer identification number (EIN) of BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC is 82-1916042.

Is BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2019.

Are donations to BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC due?

The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.

Who is the principal officer of BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names ROGER S MARTON.

Who are the officers and directors of BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 6 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.

How much revenue does BRIDGES TO BURKINA INC have?

On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $230,170, expenses of $103,338 and total assets of $428,540 at year end.

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