Only charities meeting specific tests of fiscal accountability, governance, and programmatic impact may participate in the Aid for Africa. To participate, an organization must:

• be an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization;
• provide services in at least 15 different states or one foreign country over the three-year period immediately preceding the application;
• commission an annual audit by an independent certified public accountant that is prepared using generally accepted auditing standards;
• provide a signed copy of the most recently completed IRS Form 990 including Schedule A (IRS forms 990EZ and 990PF are not acceptable);
• be governed by an independent board of directors, the majority of whom serve without compensation, and
• clearly demonstrate that it has provided real services, benefits, assistance or other program activities in Sub-Saharan Africa and, in some cases, for African refugees and emigrants.

If you are interested in applying to become a member of Aid for Africa or have questions about eligibility, please contact Aid for Africa’s executive director.