The Geanco Foundation
Geanco's mission is to save and improve lives in africa. The principal activities of the foundation are to receive and/or maintain funds which are used for special medical …
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The GEANCO Foundation seeks to save and transform the lives of the poor and vulnerable in Africa. We lead medical missions and run maternal and infant health programs in Nigeria, and we are working with Stanford Hospital and many others to develop a world-class hospital in the country.
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Mission
Geanco's mission is to save and improve lives in africa. The principal activities of the foundation are to receive and/or maintain funds which are used for special medical missions, maternal and infant health programs, and support of schools in africa.
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· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, The Geanco Foundation 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 2024 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 12,908 international charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- GiveRadar's profile for The Geanco Foundation draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical international charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (14 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- 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 + methodologyThe Geanco Foundation is a registered international nonprofit based in Los Angeles, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2005 and has been operating for 21 years. Its EIN is 203498204. 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 67/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. 37 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
The Geanco Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 203498204. 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.
The Geanco Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. 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 67 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 78% 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.
The Geanco Foundation is located in Los Angeles, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2005 and has been active for 21 years.
Based on official tax filings, The Geanco Foundation has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 78% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 73% 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.
The Geanco Foundation is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 37 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for The Geanco Foundation. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, The Geanco Foundation 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 78% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). 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.
The GEANCO Foundation seeks to save and transform the lives of the poor and vulnerable in Africa. We lead medical missions and run maternal and infant health programs in Nigeria, and we are working with Stanford Hospital and many others to develop a world-class hospital in the country. The Geanco Foundation is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2005.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 78% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $1M is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to The Geanco Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. The Geanco Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 203498204, 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 (FY2024): 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.
THE GEANCO FOUNDATION 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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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (9)
Source: Public filings
9 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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GEANCO Foundation Hosts Annual Fundraising Gala to Support Young Women, Children - NTD News
Cynthia Erivo Set to Join David Oyelowo for Keynote at GEANCO Foundation Gala in Los Angeles - The Hollywood Reporter
Transforming Rural Healthcare through GEANCO’s Modular Clinics - Medium
Nickel: The Antetokounmpo foundation partners with GEANCO to open community center in Nigeria - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
GEANCO FOUNDATION AND TWO-TIME NBA MVP AND MILWAUKEE BUCKS GREAT GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO'S CHARLES ANTETOKOUNMPO FAMILY FOUNDATION (CAFF) OPEN TRANSFORMATIVE, STATE-OF-THE-ART, SOLAR-POWERED CO - PR Newswire
Hollywood Turns Up for the 2022 GEANCO Foundation Gala | EUR Video Exclusive - EURweb
Rosario Dawson & New Boyfriend Nnamdi Okafor Couple Up at GEANCO Foundation Gala - Just Jared
Hollywood Heavyweights Gather For GEANCO Foundation Gala - looktothestars.org
Meet Afam Onyema: Co-Founder & CEO of the GEANCO Foundation, an international nonprofit - SHOUTOUT LA
Charlize Theron, Scott Eastwood, & David Oyelowo Unite for GEANCO Foundation - Just Jared
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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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 37 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
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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 37 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 · 2005
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The Geanco Foundation
- What is The Geanco Foundation?
- The Geanco Foundation is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Los Angeles, United States. The GEANCO Foundation seeks to save and transform the lives of the poor and vulnerable in Africa. We lead medical missions and run maternal and infant health programs in Nigeria, and we are working with Stanford Hospital and many others to develop a world-class hospital in the country.
- When was The Geanco Foundation founded?
- The Geanco Foundation was founded in 2005.
- Who leads The Geanco Foundation?
- Afam Onyema serves as CEO.
- Where is The Geanco Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, United States.
- What is The Geanco Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 78% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The Geanco Foundation trustworthy?
- The Geanco Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67 out of 100 (Partial 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 The Geanco Foundation's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 203498204.
- What is The Geanco Foundation's website?
- http://www.geanco.org