About Education Congo

Stronger Congo

A stronger Congo through education

Education Congo is devoted to a simple vision of a stronger and more stable Congo—one that will be accomplished through strengthening higher education.

Established in 1998 as a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Education Congo is comprised of loyal supporters from a variety of business, church, education, healthcare and philanthropic backgrounds.

Scholarships, institutional support, special projects

Education Congo's mission is to provide scholarships and institutional support to Congolese universities. We also raise funds to support programs and projects aimed at enhancing the quality of higher education in Congo.

The founders of Education Congo have seen the youth of Congo become the next generation of leaders.

Uniquely positioned board of directors

Working as a 100% volunteer team with diverse skillsets, Education Congo's board members are uniquely positioned with strong ties to Congo. Many have lived in Congo. Others grew up there.

Because of these deep connections with the Congo, our board has been able to establish and maintain direct oversight, monitoring and personal accountability in a country notorious for corruption and instability. Education Congo board members make frequent trips to Congo. In order for this kind of aid to be effective in the Congo, personal relationships and oversight are essential!

Board members

Bruno W. Baerg
Douglas Cardwell
Ronny R. Farmer
Steven Gustafson
Laura Hobgood
Ajanta Jain
Linda James
Mimi Kanda
Phil Kliewer
Margaret J. Loewen
Noah McMillan
James Shafe
Eva Bowers Shay
Julie Neitz Wielga

Council of advisors

Alden Almquist
Cynthia Decker
Carol A. Heimer
Amini Kajunju
Louis T. Kanda
Juliet Lev
Elsie McKee
Elizabeth Naegele
Ernest E. Ross
Larry Sthreshley
Paul A. Williams
Anne H. Zolnor

Financial & legal documents

Financial statements

IRS Form 990

Additional years are available upon request.

Auditor's review

Additional years are available upon request.

Tax-exempt status

IRS Letter Approving 501 (c) (3) Status

Other sources of information

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State registration and financial disclosure statements

State registration and financial disclosure statements

Your gift is very much appreciated. The North American Liaison Bureau (dba Education Congo) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization; contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. A copy of our latest financial report may be obtained by sending an email to ExecDir@educationcongo.org. Residents of these states may obtain financial information.

REGISTRATION WITH A STATE AGENCY DOES NOT CONSTITUTE OR IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THAT STATE.

Incorporation documents

State Registration and Financial Disclosure Statements

Your gift is very much appreciated. The North American Liaison Bureau (dba Education Congo) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization; contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. A copy of our latest financial report may be obtained by sending an email to ExecDir@educationcongo.org. Residents of these states may obtain financial information.

REGISTRATION WITH A STATE AGENCY DOES NOT CONSTITUTE OR IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THAT STATE.