Sawa Sawa Collection

“Line 1 includes both cash and in-kind contributions. The organization uses the cash method for Form 990-EZ, but includes non-cash support on Schedule A for public support testing. In-kind contributions in 2024 included Google Ads ($67,800), office space ($12,000), Microsoft Azure and Office Suite ($2,000), Canva Pro ($300), legal services ($5,000), Amazon advertising credit ($1,000), and waived Shopify fees ($480) While the organization files Form 990-EZ using the cash method and therefore does not report in-kind donations as revenue on Line 1, SAWA SAWA Collection received substantial in-kind support during the year. This included advertising credits from Google ($67,800), donated warehouse and office space ($12,000), legal services ($5,000), software grants, waived fees, and other non-cash contributions totaling $88,580. These are disclosed here and reflected in Schedule A for public support testing purposes.”

“Line 10 reflects $24,092.25 in direct program payments sent to women artisans and community partners in Kenya via Sendwave. These funds supported basket weaving, menstrual health education, solar light distribution, food security, and wildlife conservation initiatives”

“Line 16 includes insurance ($868.50), software and subscriptions ($294.80), PayPal and merchant fees ($575.73), fundraising platform fees ($300), grant research tools ($449), travel ($228.36), and miscellaneous program-related expenses ($41.17).”

“Owned equipment and tools, including: Camera, GoPro, drone, computer Cricut machine, printer, sewing machine Tent and Square POS system Any other purchased items that still have value Total estimated value: ~$9858”