Nonprofit · EIN 84-2431077
AFRITHRIVE INC
Tax-exempt · SILVER SPRING, MD 20906
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,138,043 | $1,033,706 | $104,337 | $906,972 | $686,448 | $220,524 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $602,969 | $648,395 | -$45,426 | $116,187 | $0 | $116,187 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $1,138,043
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $868,580
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Program services (functional)
- $868,580
- Management and general (functional)
- $129,620
- Fundraising (functional)
- $35,506
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $116,187
- Total assets, end of year
- $906,972
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $686,448
- Net assets, end of year
- $220,524
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $77,393
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $220,524
- Gross receipts
- $1,138,043
- Employees
- 7
- Volunteers
- 50
- Year formed
- 2019
- State of legal domicile
- MD
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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRUPHENA CHOTI | PRESIDENT & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $104,200 |
| KEFA OTISO | CHAIR OF THE BAORD Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JANE MWEBI | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MARVIN ONGERA | TREASURER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JOSHUA ARIGA | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JAMES MOGENDI | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| ROSELYN AKOMBE | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| CHANNIDA HENG | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JEFFERSON MANDELA | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRUPHENA CHOTI | PRESIDENT & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $79,167 |
| ROSELYN AKOMBE | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JAMES MOGENDI | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JEFFERSON MANDELA | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| CHANNIDA HENG | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JANE MWEBI | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| KEFA OTISO | CHAIR OF THE BAORD Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| JOSHUA ARIGA | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MARVIN ONGERA | TREASURER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1 TIVOLI LAKE CT, SILVER SPRING, MD 20906-5904
- In care of
- % TRUPHENA CHOTI
- Mailing address (990-N for 2019)
- 1 TIVOLI LAKE CT, SILVER SPRING MD 20906
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- TRUPHENA CHOTI, 14030 Connecticut Avenue Ste 6093, Silver Spring, MD 20916
- Principal officer (990-N for 2019)
- TRUPHENA CHOTI, 1 TIVOLI LAKE CT, SILVER SPRING MD 20906
- Signed the 990
- TRUPHENA CHOTI, President and CEO
- Phone
- (240) 706-1517
- Website
- www.afrithrive.org
- Return prepared by
- AMERICAN CONSULTING PARTNERS CORPOR
Mission
AfriThrive, Inc; provides mobile food pantry and skilled training programs. It strives to build vibrant and thriving African immigrants and minority families through access to nutritious, culturally appropriate food, skills development, and economic opportunities
Program accomplishments
- AfriThrives flagship Healthy Food & Equity Initiative continues to advance food justice by increasing access to culturally appropriate, nutritious foods for immigrant and underserved families across Montgomery, Prince Georges, and Baltimore Counties. In 2024, the program distributed over 400 thousand pounds of fresh produce and culturally relevant foods, serving more than 15,000 residents annually through weekly distributions and community-based partnerships. The programs Food as Medicine component expanded through partnerships with health providers and local agencies, integrating nutrition education with chronic disease prevention. Over 120 families participated in hands-on cooking classes, culturally relevant nutrition workshops, and SNAP enrollment assistance. This holistic approach addresses food insecurity, supports preventive health, and empowers families to make informed food choices rooted in culture and community.Expenses $809,623
- URBAN FARM & COMMUNITY GARDENING: AfriThrives Cultural Farm and Community Gardening Initiative grew significantly in 2024, advancing sustainable agriculture and food sovereignty through experiential education and production of African heritage crops. Its farm in Poolesville, MD produced thousands of pounds of vegetablesincluding spider flower, amaranth, and African kaleshared across our food access sites and local markets. The farm hosted over 250 community members, students, and emerging farmers for immersive training in regenerative agriculture, composting, and climate-smart farming practices. In partnerships with schools and organizations, AfriThrive expanded its Youth Changemakers in Agriculture and Garden-to-Classroom programs, teaching sustainable farming, entrepreneurship, and environmental stewardship across three counties. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT:Reached 60 Youths in Montgomery, Prince Geroges & Baltimore Counties. BALOZI ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY:300 ResidentExpenses $58,957
- Wages, Other Program Expenses and Equipment Rental and Maintenace Expenses incurred to run AfriThrives programs
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.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 84-2431077
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2020
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Community improvement and capacity building (S99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $906,972
- Income (IRS master file)
- $1,138,043
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,138,043 | $1,033,706 | $906,972 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $602,969 | $648,395 | $116,187 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $971,572 | $1,037,906 | $161,613 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: TRUPHENA CHOTI | December 31, 2019 | ≤ $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 84-2431077).
Questions about AFRITHRIVE INC
- What is the EIN of AFRITHRIVE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of AFRITHRIVE INC is 84-2431077.
- Is AFRITHRIVE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2020.
- Are donations to AFRITHRIVE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does AFRITHRIVE 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 AFRITHRIVE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did AFRITHRIVE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of AFRITHRIVE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names TRUPHENA CHOTI.
- Who are the officers and directors of AFRITHRIVE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 9 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $104,200 (TRUPHENA CHOTI, PRESIDENT & CEO).
- How much revenue does AFRITHRIVE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $1,138,043, expenses of $1,033,706 and total assets of $906,972 at year end.
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