Lift Up reports that it certifies and funds projects around the world to alleviate poverty. The organization states that its certification process is based on the level of impact, transparency, and sustainability of each proposed project. Projects focus on clean energy, clean water, education, healthcare, housing, and hunger relief, with each project having sustainable development goals. In 2019, Lift Up states that it funded 18 projects in 12 countries that impacted 28,286 individuals.
For the year ended December 31, 2019, Lift Up's program expenses were:
Program services |
$47,063 |
Total Program Expenses: |
$47,063 |
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Chief Executive
Shane O'Rourke, Founder and Chief Executive Officer
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Compensation*
$0
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Chair of the Board
Timothy O'Rourke
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Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
President and Owner, O'Rourke Agency, Inc.
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Board Size
5
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Paid Staff Size
0
*2019 compensation includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Note: Lift Up reports that Shane O'Rourke volunteers his time with the organization.
Method(s) Used:
Internet, Invitations to fund raising events, Planned giving arrangements, Radio, Cause- related marketing (affinity credit cards, consumer product sales, etc.), Television
In completing this evaluation, the BBB Wise Giving Alliance has found that Lift Up meets Standard 13 - Accuracy of Expenses in Financial Statements. BBB Wise Giving Alliance requested additional information regarding Lift Up's lack of fundraising expenses and concluded that Lift Up's fundraising expenses were de minimis. Please see the financial section of the report for more information.
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Lift Up's IRS Form 990 for the year ended December 31, 2019.
Source of Funds |
Contributions |
$158,774 |
Total Income |
$158,774 |
- Programs: 66%
- Administrative: 34%
Total Income |
$158,774 |
Program expenses |
$47,063 |
Fundraising expenses |
$0 |
Administrative expenses |
$25,020 |
Other expenses |
$0 |
Total expenses: |
$72,083 |
Income in Excess of Expenses |
$86,691 |
Beginning Net Assets |
$19,257 |
Other Changes In Net Assets |
$0 |
Ending Net Assets |
$24,205 |
Total Liabilities |
$0 |
Total Assets |
$24,205 |
Note: In completing this evaluation, the BBB Wise Giving Alliance found that Lift Up meets Standard 13 - Accuracy of Expenses in Financial Statements. BBB Wise Giving Alliance requested additional information regarding Lift Up's lack of fundraising expenses and concluded that Lift Up meets the Standard. As reported by the organization, Lift Up has no paid staff, utilizes donated office space, and holds few special events. Most of Lift Up's fundraising activities are performed online, which the BBB Wise Giving Alliance has found to be de minimis.