Ubuntu Institute of Learning
Ubuntu Institute of Learning empowers underestimated communities with innovative tools, techniques and skills to become sustainable and thrive. UIL provides support of nonprofit entities from business development, to technical assistance to fiscal sponsorship.
Financial Overview
From 2020 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$106K
Annual Giving
$297K
Grant Count
1
Avg Grant Size
$297K
About Ubuntu Institute of Learning
Based on IRS filings
Ubuntu Institute of Learning is a nonprofit organization focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in LONG BEACH, CA. IRS filing data is available for 2020. As of 2020, the organization holds $106K in total assets. In 2020, it awarded 1 grants totaling $297K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Total Assets | $105,921 |
| Revenue | $392,706 |
| Expenses | $47,679 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — |
| Net Investment Income | — |
| Distributable Amount | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2020
Grant Size Distribution
1 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2020 grants, the largest include Social Impact Strategies Group ($297,350).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Social Impact Strategies Group St Paul, MN | There were multiple grants support SISG's efforts to provide assistance to black and brown entrepreneurs | $297,350 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2020 IRS filing
From 2020 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Lester | CEO | 30 | $21,803 |
| Carlos Almanza | Board Member | 0.1 | — |
| Rejoice Nxumelo | Board Member | 0.1 | — |
| Tim Holmes | Board Chair | 0.1 | — |
| Charlene Harry | Board Member | 0.1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ubuntu Institute of Learning?
Ubuntu Institute of Learning is a nonprofit organization focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in LONG BEACH, CA. It holds $106K in total assets as of 2020.
How large is Ubuntu Institute of Learning?
As of 2020, Ubuntu Institute of Learning holds $106K in total assets with $393K in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $297K in 2020.
Where does Ubuntu Institute of Learning operate?
Ubuntu Institute of Learning has awarded grants in Minnesota.
What size grants does Ubuntu Institute of Learning award?
In 2020, Ubuntu Institute of Learning awarded 1 grants totaling $297K — an average of about $297K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Ubuntu Institute of Learning's EIN?
Ubuntu Institute of Learning's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-0726312. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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