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Friends of Tilonia Inc

Friends of Tilonia works with artisan enterprises in rural communities in emerging markets which lack adequate access to markets or capital due in part to their remote locations …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
87/100 · methodology

About Friends of Tilonia Inc

Friends of Tilonia, Inc, through its Sprout Enterprise initiative, is building a network of artisans, designers and entrepreneurs creating sustainable livelihoods for rural communities with few economic alternatives. We draw on the rich cultural heritage of these communities and use indigenous skills and materials to craft our artisan collections. We connect these artisan enterprises to new markets and provide the support needed to ensure these enterprises are successful and sustainable. Our goal is to enable these artisans to earn much more than the bare minimum - and to develop the economic basis to live in dignity, free from hunger and extreme poverty. We believe that creating economic opportunities for women and providing education for girls are significant drivers to economic …

Founded
Headquarters
Brooklyn, NY
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
Q32
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small
Operating in
9 countries

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2003

Mission

Friends of Tilonia works with artisan enterprises in rural communities in emerging markets which lack adequate access to markets or capital due in part to their remote locations or limited resources.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🌍 International · NTEE Q32
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Operating countries (9)
Cambodia Chile Ghana Guatemala India Indonesia Mexico Pakistan Uzbekistan

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar international in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 92%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 3.80%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 87
Peer average: 90

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Friends of Tilonia Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Brooklyn, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2000 and has been operating for 26 years. Its EIN is 113569536. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $106K in annual revenue. 36 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Friends of Tilonia Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 87 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.

Friends of Tilonia Inc is located in Brooklyn, NY, United States. The organization was established in 2000 and has been active for 26 years.

Based on official tax filings, Friends of Tilonia Inc has $106K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Friends of Tilonia Inc is classified as a International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $106K in annual revenue. The organization has 36 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Friends of Tilonia Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

Friends of Tilonia Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Friends of Tilonia, Inc, through its Sprout Enterprise initiative, is building a network of artisans, designers and entrepreneurs creating sustainable livelihoods for rural communities with few economic alternatives. We draw on the rich cultural heritage of these communities and use indigenous skills and materials to craft our artisan collections. We connect these artisan enterprises to new markets and provide the support needed to ensure these enterprises are successful and sustainable. Our goal is to enable these artisans to earn much more than the bare minimum - and to develop the economic basis to live in dignity, free from hunger and extreme poverty. We believe that creating economic opportunities for women... Friends of Tilonia Inc is classified as a international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2000.

Among international charities registered in United States: Friends of Tilonia Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87/100 is in line with the peer average of 90/100. Its annual revenue of $106K is below the peer average of $5M.

Yes, donations to Friends of Tilonia Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Friends of Tilonia Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 113569536, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Verified against 7 official sources, last refreshed .

Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
0% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020, FY2019, FY2018, FY2017, FY2016.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Leadership

EL
Ellen Fish
President

Officers & trustees (10)

Source: Public filings

EL
Elizabeth K••••••
Treasurer
EL
Ellen F•••
Exec Director/President
KI
Kirstin H••••••
Secretary
KI
Kirstin H•••••••
Secretary
KI
Kirstin W••••••• H••••••
Secretary
SA
Sahar G••••••
Director
SA
Sahar G••••••
Director
SH
Shirley D••••••
Director
VI
Victoria K•••
Director
VI
Victoria K••• O•••
Director
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Latest news

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2025
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$0.2M revenue
FY2024
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$0.1M revenue
FY2023
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$0.1M revenue
FY2022
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$0.2M revenue
FY2021
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$0.0M revenue
FY2020
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$0.1M revenue
FY2019
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$0.1M revenue
FY2018
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$0.0M revenue
FY2017
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$0.0M revenue
FY2016
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Peer charities

Other international in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Friends of Tilonia Inc This page 87 $105,527 -
Full Gospel Business Mens Fellowship International - Usa … 93 $157,607 84%
Mooncatcher Project Inc 90 $223,917 97%
Life Center Ethiopia 90 $372,412 90%
First Ladies Initiative 90 $536,180 95%
Fields of Abundance Mission 90 $162,732 94%
Arlene Campbell Humanitarian Foundation 90 $242,104 96%
Inventions for Good Inc 90 $214,826 99%
Chalice of Mercy Inc 90 $396,335 82%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 36 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
GlobalGiving partner directory
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Friends of Tilonia Inc

What is Friends of Tilonia Inc?
Friends of Tilonia Inc is a international supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Brooklyn, United States. Friends of Tilonia, Inc, through its Sprout Enterprise initiative, is building a network of artisans, designers and entrepreneurs creating sustainable livelihoods for rural communities with few economic alternatives. We draw on the rich cultural heritage of these communities and use indigenous skills and materials to craft our artisan collections. We connect these artisan enterprises to new markets and provide the support needed to ensure these enterprises are successful and sustainable. Our goal is to enable these artisans to earn much more than the bare minimum - and to develop the economic basis to live in dignity, free from hunger and extreme poverty. We believe that creating economic opportunities for women and providing education for girls are significant drivers to economic development in emerging markets. ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT We help build the business capacity and entrepreneurial skills of artisan and rural enterprises in India, Mexico, Cambodia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Pakistan, Ghana, Chile, and Uzbekistan enabling them to create economic opportunities and provide sustainable livelihoods in rural communities. We help these enterprises to: Develop their products, pricing and business strategy for sales in US and international markets; Develop distribution and sales in US and international markets; Improve product quality and business profitability. When these enterprises grow successfully, the artisans they employ are able to earn an income to provide for their families and improve their quality of life. GIRLS EDUCATION We support girls' education by providing funding support to schools serving marginalized communities in rural India. Education is fundamental to women's economic and political empowerment and basic literacy and numeracy are essential skills to enable agency.
When was Friends of Tilonia Inc founded?
Friends of Tilonia Inc was founded in 2000.
Who leads Friends of Tilonia Inc?
Ellen Fish serves as President.
Where is Friends of Tilonia Inc located?
Headquartered in Brooklyn, United States. The charity operates in 9 countries.
What is Friends of Tilonia Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
Is Friends of Tilonia Inc trustworthy?
Friends of Tilonia Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 87 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Friends of Tilonia Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 113569536.
What is Friends of Tilonia Inc's website?
http://www.tilonia.org