A F Wildlife Foundation Inc

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 10

“In 2023, the organization provided a direct, unrestricted general grant of [insert amount] to Wildlife of Africa Conservation Initiative, a registered nonprofit organization based in Nigeria. The grant was intended to support the organization's overall mission of wildlife conservation, community outreach, and environmental education across Africa. The grant was unrestricted, giving the recipient flexibility in allocating funds toward its general operations, ongoing programs, and outreach efforts. However, as part of the organization's best practices for international grant-making, the following due diligence and oversight measures were conducted: Vetting and Verification: The recipient's nonprofit status was confirmed by reviewing its registration with the relevant Nigerian authorities, ensuring its legitimacy as a tax-exempt charitable organization. Additionally, the organization's governance, financial statements, and program effectiveness were evaluated to ensure proper use of funds in line with charitable purposes. Grant Agreement: A formal written agreement was established, outlining the charitable purposes of the grant, expectations for reporting, and compliance with U.S. regulations. The agreement required that the funds be used solely for the nonprofit's mission-related activities. Monitoring and Reporting: The recipient was required to submit periodic reports detailing the use of funds, outcomes of funded activities, and progress toward their conservation goals. This ensured that funds were being utilized effectively and in compliance with both the organization's mission and U.S. tax-exempt purposes. Compliance with U.S. and Foreign Laws: The organization ensured that the grant was in compliance with U.S. regulations governing international grant-making, such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and local Nigerian laws regarding charitable contributions and activities. These steps were taken to ensure that the grant was used exclusively for charitable purposes and aligned with the organization's mission and U.S. tax-exempt regulations”