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Wuqu Kawoq Sa

Wuqu' Kawoq is a non-governmental organization that unites language, culture, and science to transform the health of Maya people in the indigenous highlands of Guatemala. Programs include primary …

Human Services Bethel, VT EIN 208741625 · IRS Reg 20-8741625 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
76/100 · methodology

About Wuqu Kawoq Sa

Led by indigenous health workers, Wuqu' Kawoq delivers comprehensive, high-quality, culturally competent care and research to transform health in rural Guatemala. Although almost half of all Guatemalans speak a Mayan language, most health care is delivered in Spanish. Many indigenous Maya people also confront discrimination, cost, and transportation barriers to accessing quality health care. The result is a range of substantial health disparities. For instance, while 46% of children in Guatemala suffer from chronic malnutrition, that rate exceeds 70% in many rural, indigenous communities. Founded in 2007, Wuqu' Kawoq (also known as Maya Health Alliance) is a community-based organization dedicated to breaking down barriers to health for all Guatemalans. We advance lasting changes in healthcare delivery across rural Guatemala so …

Founded
Headquarters
Bethel, VT
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
P99
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium
Operating in
1 countries

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2007

Mission

Wuqu' Kawoq is a non-governmental organization that unites language, culture, and science to transform the health of Maya people in the indigenous highlands of Guatemala. Programs include primary and complex medical care.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Human Services · NTEE P99
Cause tags
Operating countries (1)
Guatemala

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 4 similar human services in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 96%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 2.94%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 76
Peer average: 93

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Wuqu Kawoq Sa is a registered human services nonprofit based in Bethel, VT, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2007 and has been operating for 19 years. Its EIN is 208741625. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 93/100 for human services charities in United States. The organization reports $3M in annual revenue. 81 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Wuqu Kawoq Sa has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. 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 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in United States is 93/100.

Wuqu Kawoq Sa is located in Bethel, VT, United States. The organization was established in 2007 and has been active for 19 years.

Based on official tax filings, Wuqu Kawoq Sa has $3M in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Wuqu Kawoq Sa is classified as a Human Services 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 $3M in annual revenue. The organization has 81 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Wuqu Kawoq Sa. 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.

Wuqu Kawoq Sa has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (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.

Led by indigenous health workers, Wuqu' Kawoq delivers comprehensive, high-quality, culturally competent care and research to transform health in rural Guatemala. Although almost half of all Guatemalans speak a Mayan language, most health care is delivered in Spanish. Many indigenous Maya people also confront discrimination, cost, and transportation barriers to accessing quality health care. The result is a range of substantial health disparities. For instance, while 46% of children in Guatemala suffer from chronic malnutrition, that rate exceeds 70% in many rural, indigenous communities. Founded in 2007, Wuqu' Kawoq (also known as Maya Health Alliance) is a community-based organization dedicated to breaking down barriers to health for all Guatemalans. We... Wuqu Kawoq Sa is classified as a human services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2007.

Among human services charities registered in United States: Wuqu Kawoq Sa's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 is below the peer average of 93/100. Its annual revenue of $3M is comparable to the peer average of $3M.

Yes, donations to Wuqu Kawoq Sa are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Wuqu Kawoq Sa is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 208741625, 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.

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Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
0% to programs
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Leadership

TH
Thomas Melvin
Treasurer

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

AN
Anne K•••••• D•••
CEO
AN
Antonio S••••
Guatemalan Board
BR
Brent H••••••••
President
CA
Carolyn P••••••
Trustee
CH
Christopher D•••••
Secretary
CL
Claire M•••••
Trustee
FE
Felipa M••
Trustee
FE
Felipa M••
Guatemalan Board
GU
Gustavo P••
GUATEMALAN FINANCE DIRECTOR
HE
Heidi R•••••
Trustee
HE
Herb V••••••
Trustee
JI
Jill H•••••
Director
JU
Juan C••
Trustee
KA
Kara A••••••
Trustee
MA
Marcella C••••
Trustee
MA
Mark D••••
Trustee
MA
Maxbeny W•••••• L•••• C•••
Director
MA
Maxbeny W•••••• M•••••• L•••• C•••
Medical Director
ME
Merida C•• S•••••
Director
PA
Patrick J•••••••
Trustee
PE
Peter R••••••
Director
RU
Russell W R••••••
Controller
SA
Sandy S•••••••
Trustee
SA
Sarah K••
Trustee
TH
Thomas M•••••
Treasurer
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$3.5M revenue
FY2024
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Form filed
$4.0M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$1.9M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$1.6M revenue
FY2021
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Form filed
$1.5M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

Other human services in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Wuqu Kawoq Sa This page 76 $3.5 million -
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Rosies House a Music Academy for Children Inc 93 $3.4 million 100%
Mountain Shadow Association 93 $1.6 million 86%
Bostons Bridge to Excellence Inc 93 $1.4 million 100%

Sources and verification

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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 - 81 disclosed in the public registry.
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 Wuqu Kawoq Sa

What is Wuqu Kawoq Sa?
Wuqu Kawoq Sa is a human services publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Bethel, United States. Led by indigenous health workers, Wuqu' Kawoq delivers comprehensive, high-quality, culturally competent care and research to transform health in rural Guatemala. Although almost half of all Guatemalans speak a Mayan language, most health care is delivered in Spanish. Many indigenous Maya people also confront discrimination, cost, and transportation barriers to accessing quality health care. The result is a range of substantial health disparities. For instance, while 46% of children in Guatemala suffer from chronic malnutrition, that rate exceeds 70% in many rural, indigenous communities. Founded in 2007, Wuqu' Kawoq (also known as Maya Health Alliance) is a community-based organization dedicated to breaking down barriers to health for all Guatemalans. We advance lasting changes in healthcare delivery across rural Guatemala so that high-quality care, health, and well-being are within reach for everyone. We serve 11,000 patients annually and are one of the only organizations in Guatemala providing comprehensive healthcare in indigenous Mayan languages. More than 90% of our staff are women, and 84% are indigenous. We are a recognized leader in the fields of rural health and implementation science and continuously evaluate our programs for opportunities to improve care and delivery. We also work for systems-level change in collaboration with a variety of government and nonprofit partners. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to achieve the best possible health, no matter where they were born or what language they speak.
When was Wuqu Kawoq Sa founded?
Wuqu Kawoq Sa was founded in 2007.
Who leads Wuqu Kawoq Sa?
Thomas Melvin serves as Treasurer.
Where is Wuqu Kawoq Sa located?
Headquartered in Bethel, United States.
What is Wuqu Kawoq Sa's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
Is Wuqu Kawoq Sa trustworthy?
Wuqu Kawoq Sa has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 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 Wuqu Kawoq Sa's registration number?
IRS EIN: 208741625. Registration: 20-8741625 (United States).
What is Wuqu Kawoq Sa's website?
http://www.wuqukawoq.org