Nonprofit · EIN 94-3470316
DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA
Also known as DICOTA
Tax-exempt (reinstated) · BLAINE, MN 55434
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $56,166 | $58,850 | -$2,684 | $7,772 | – | $7,772 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $7,656
- Program service revenue
- $48,158
- Other revenue
- $352
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $1,348
- Occupancy
- $1,647
- Other expenses
- $55,855
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $10,456
- Total assets, end of year
- $7,772
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $7,772
- Cash, savings and investments
- $7,772
- Gross receipts
- $56,166
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 December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Kaimukilwa | President | 8 | $0 |
| Tina Lasway | Past President | 8 | $0 |
| Michael Mwakilasa | Chair | 5 | $0 |
| Kwame Kinabo | Past Chair | 5 | $0 |
| Joyce Matondane | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
| Rose Lupiana | Board Member | 3 | $0 |
| Amini Ally | Board Member | 3 | $0 |
| Frank Minja | Board Member | 3 | $0 |
| Muhidin Gwiyama | Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
| Jamylah Baruti | Past Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 12300 PIERCE ST NE, BLAINE, MN 55434-3989
- Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
- 12300 Pierce Street NE, Blaine MN 55434
- Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
- Jamylah Scott, 5509 Green Dory Lane, Columbia MD 21044
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Benjamin Kaimukilwa, President
- Website
- www.dicotaus.org
Mission
The Diaspora Council of Tanzanians in America DICOTA is a nonpartisan independent organization committed to strengthening economic social and cultural cooperation between Tanzania and the United States. Its mission is to mobilize the Tanzanian American Diaspora and supporters to improve livelihoods and wellbeing in both countries through collaboration idea exchange and advocacy. DICOTA serves as a hub for information on development and charitable opportunities related to Tanzania leveraging the Diasporas intellectual human and financial capital. Rather than directly implementing or funding projects the organization connects expertise resources and partners to support sustainable and impactful initiatives. Grounded in democratic and inclusive values DICOTA works to educate the public about Tanzania unite Tanzanians in the United States support charitable and relief efforts promote infrastructure development and provide a credible constructive voice on issues.
Program accomplishments
- DICOTA was formed in 2008 through a caucus meeting laying the foundation for organized engagement of the Tanzanian diaspora. In 2009 the first convention in Texas formally registered and finalized the organization focusing on Diaspora engagement in Tanzanias development and collaboration with Tanzanian embassies. The second convention in Minnesota 2010 emphasized active Diaspora participation in Kilimo Kwanza agriculture initiatives and marked the inception of Diaspora services such as WESTADI and the Tanzanite Account. In 2011 the third convention in the Washington DC area ratified bylaws conducted elections established relationships with major sponsors and launched the NSSF WESTADI Project. The fourth convention in Illinois 2012 saw DICOTA engage in the review of the Tanzanian Constitution and participate in the dual citizenship campaign. At the fifth convention in North Carolina 2014 DICOTA continued constitutional review efforts and developed a web based database of Tanzanians in the U.S. to support communication and mobilization. From 2016 to 2025 DICOTA continued to actively engage Tanzanians living in America together with their supporters through a range of programs activities and national events. The organization hosted Health Forums in Washington DC in 2017 and 2019 providing platforms for dialogue and community health awareness. In 2018 DICOTA held its national Convention in Seattle Washington followed by another successful Convention in Austin Texas in 2024. In 2025 DICOTA culminated this period of engagement with the launch of the URITHI Festival. URITHI FEST 2025 held August 3031 in Atlanta Georgia was positioned as a cultural homecoming for the Tanzanian diaspora. The two-day event offered celebration connection and access to services. Attendees experienced tribal dances and Afrobeats storytelling and language games a variety of Tanzanian cuisines comedy fashion and crafts youth activities a symbolic baton passing ceremony traditional games and the signature UMOJA NIGHT fostering unity across generations.
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 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-N on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-N on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 94-3470316
- 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
- 2013
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- International, foreign affairs and national security (Q33)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $7,772
- Income (IRS master file)
- $56,166
Revocation and reinstatement
- Exemption revoked
- May 15, 2012
- Posted by the IRS
- February 11, 2013
- Reinstated
- Effective May 15, 2012
From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $56,166 | $58,850 | $7,772 | IRS |
| 990-N for 2024 Officer: Jamylah Scott | December 31, 2024 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2023 Officer: Jamylah Scott | December 31, 2023 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2022 Officer: Jamylah Baruti Scott | December 31, 2022 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Frank Minja | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Frank Minja | 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 94-3470316).
Questions about DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA
- What is the EIN of DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA is 94-3470316.
- Is DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on May 15, 2012 and reinstated it effective May 15, 2012.
- Are donations to DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA 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 DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA 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 DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA?
- The 990-N for 2024 names Jamylah Scott.
- Who are the officers and directors of DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 10 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does DIASPORA COUNSEL OF TANZANIANS IN AMERICA have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $56,166, expenses of $58,850 and total assets of $7,772 at year end.
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