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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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 …
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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.
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· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
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· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Friends of Tilonia Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 6 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 6 independent sources, led by the IRS - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
- GiveRadar holds 14 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2025 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 12,908 international charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- Its integrity score of 90 places it in the top 1% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (14 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyFriends 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. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $106K in annual revenue. 36 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Friends of Tilonia Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 113569536. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Friends of Tilonia Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. 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 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 76% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. 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. It allocates 76% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 78% for international charities in United States. 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 an 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.
According to GiveRadar's records, Friends of Tilonia Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 76% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 78%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
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 an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2000.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 76% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 78%. 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.
Filing history
10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
FRIENDS OF TILONIA INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (10)
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10 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Sources and verification
- 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
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 36 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2000
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Programs & activitiesNo 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, NY, 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. 76% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Friends of Tilonia Inc trustworthy?
- Friends of Tilonia Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 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