Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
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OMB No. 1545-0052
2020
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2020, or tax year beginning 01-01-2020 , and ending 12-31-2020
Name of foundation
HELP BETTER LIVES INC
 
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)1716 CATALINA AVE
  Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
SEAL BEACH, CA90740
A Employer identification number

45-3309167
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(562) 688-0810
C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. Foreign organizations, check here............. bullet
2. Foreign organizations meeting the 85%
test, check here and attach computation ... bullet
E bullet
H Check type of organization:
F bullet
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$316,534J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 324,478
2 Check bullet.............
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments 2,087 2,087  
4 Dividends and interest from securities... 21 21  
5a Gross rents............      
b Net rental income or (loss)  
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 0
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 7,582
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 2,041
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 282 282  
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 326,868 4,431  
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 0 0   0
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 93,646 4,682   70,235
15 Pension plans, employee benefits....... 2,129 106   1,597
16a Legal fees (attach schedule).........        
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 3,500 875   1,750
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment 1,815 0   1,281
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)... Click to see attachment 7,177 349   5,309
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion...      
20 Occupancy.............. 149 0   112
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings....... 133 0   99
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 7,728 584   4,795
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 116,277 6,596   85,178
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 177,474 177,474
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 293,751 6,596   262,652
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements 33,117
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 0
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)...  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2020)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.) 		Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing............. 12,660 12,372 12,372
2 Savings and temporary cash investments......... 12,240 6,293 6,293
3 Accounts receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges..........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule).......      
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule).......      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)..........      
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet99,315
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet   96,118 99,315 99,315
15 Other assets (describe bullet) Click to see attachment92,492 Click to see attachment198,554 Click to see attachment198,554
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 213,510 316,534 316,534
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses..........    
18 Grants payable.................    
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet) Click to see attachment51,808 Click to see attachment121,715
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22)......... 51,808 121,715
Net Assets or Fund Balances Foundations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here bullet
and complete lines 24, 25, 29 and 30.
24 Net assets without donor restrictions...........    
25 Net assets with donor restrictions............    
Foundations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here bullet
and complete lines 26 through 30.
26 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........ 0 0
27 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund 0 0
28 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds 161,702 194,819
29 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 161,702 194,819
30 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 213,510 316,534
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 29 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
161,702
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
33,117
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet
3
0
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
194,819
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet
5
0
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 29 .
6
194,819
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.)		 (b)
How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c)
Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d)
Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a PUBLICLY TRADED SECURITIES D 2020-01-01 2020-12-31
b
c
d
e
(e)
Gross sales price 		(f)
Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g)
Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h)
Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 7,582   5,541 2,041
b
c
d
e
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l)
Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i)
F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 		(j)
Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k)
Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       2,041
b
c
d
e
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 2,041
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ................... 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
SECTION 4940(e) REPEALED ON DECEMBER 20, 2019 - DO NOT COMPLETE
1 Reserved
(a)
Reserved 		(b)
Reserved 		(c)
Reserved 		(d)
Reserved
2
Reserved...........................
2
3
Reserved...........................
3
4
Reserved...........................
4
5
Reserved...........................
5
6
Reserved...........................
6
7
Reserved...........................
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8
Reserved,..........................
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see instructions)
1a Exempt operating foundations described in section 4940(d)(2), check here Bullet and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket for line 1a
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b Reserved................................ 1 0
c All other domestic foundations enter 1.39% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 0
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 0
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2020 estimated tax payments and 2019 overpayment credited to 2020 6a 0
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b 0
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c 0
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d 0
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 0
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. Check here if Form 2220 is attached. 8 0
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9 0
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10  
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2021 estimated taxBullet   RefundedBullet 11  
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes? See the instructions
for the definition.................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$ 0(2) On foundation managers.bullet$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
    and Part XV..................................
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bulletCA
    b
    If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2020 or the taxable year beginning in 2020? See the instructions for Part XIV.
    If "Yes," complete Part XIV .............................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
    and addresses. ...............................
    10
     
    No
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    Part VII-A
    Statements Regarding Activities (continued)
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. See instructions .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement. See instructions.................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletWWW.BETTERLIVES.ORG
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletJEFFREY SHAW Telephone no.bullet (562) 688-0810

    Located atbullet1716 CATALINA AVESEAL BEACHCA ZIP+4bullet90740
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041 —check here .........bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ........bullet
    15
     
    16 At any time during calendar year 2020, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country? .................
    16   No
    See the instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114. If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign
    country bullet
    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?......................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?...............
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).......
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ........
    1b
     
     
    ........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2020?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2020, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2020?.............
    If "Yes," list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
     
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year?......................
    b
    If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2020 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2020.)..................
    3b
     
     
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2020?
    4b
     
    No
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    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (continued)
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    Yes
    No
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?.............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? See instructions................
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?.....
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance? See instructions ......
    5b
     
    No
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?..........
    If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d). Click to see attachment
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract?.....................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ....
    6b
     
    No
    If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If "Yes", did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
     
    8
    Is the foundation subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
    excess parachute payment during the year? .................
    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation. See instructions
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    CHRISTOPHER WADE PRESIDENT & CEO
    10.00     		0 0 0
    1716 CATALINA AVE
    SEAL BEACH,CA90740
    JEFFREY SHAW TREASURER & CFO
    1.00     		0 0 0
    1716 CATALINA AVE
    SEAL BEACH,CA90740
    GILLIAN PERRY SECRETARY
    3.00     		0 0 0
    1716 CATALINA AVE
    SEAL BEACH,CA90740
    CLIVE PERRY DIRECTOR
    1.00     		0 0 0
    1716 CATALINA AVE
    SEAL BEACH,CA90740
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    NONE
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet 0
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    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors (continued)
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    NONE
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet0
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1 WORKED WITH GOVERNMENTS AND NGO'S IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES TO IDENTIFY COMMUNITIES WITH NEEDS, AND THOSE WITH SOLUTIONS TO THE NEEDS. THEN BRING THE PEOPLE OF THE COMMUNITIES TOGETHER WITH A PROCESS AND TECHNOLOGY TO IMPLEMENT SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS TO THEIR ROBUST SHELTER, NUTRITIOUS FOOD, CLEAN WATER, EDUCATION AND JOB OPPORTUNITY NEEDS. 85,178
    2  
    3  
    4  
    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1 LOANS:- HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REINFORCEMENT, BATTAMBANG, CAMBODIA $2,878 - EARN INCOME- KCM, KINDWITWI, TANZANIA $326 - EARN INCOME- LISHE BORA, MKYASHI, TANZANIA $4,555 - STRENGTHEN HEALTH- PEAKSNENG THORMACHEAT SHOP, ANGKOR THOM, CAMBODIA $26,033 - STRENGTHEN HEALTH $11,456 - EARN INCOME- SODAT, DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA $466 - STRENGTHEN HEALTH- UPENDO AGRIBUSINESS, KILIMANJARO, TANZANIA $3,103 - IMPROVE HOME 48,817
    2 BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT:- LISHE BORA, MKYASHI, TANZANIA- PEAKSNENG THORMACHEAT, ANGKOR THOM, CAMBODIA 3,917
    All other program-related investments. See instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................bullet52,734
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    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations, see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    0
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    17,738
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
    0
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    17,738
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
    0
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
    0
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
    17,738
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
    266
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
    17,472
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5..................
    6
    874
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount (see instructions) (Section 4942(j)(3) and (j)(5) private operating foundations and certain foreign organizations check here right arrow and do not complete this part.)
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
    874
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2020 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
     
    b
    Income tax for 2020. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    0
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    874
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
    0
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
    874
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
    0
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII, line 1 ...
    7
    874
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
    262,652
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
    52,734
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
     
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
    315,386
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b. See instructions.................
    5
    0
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4..............
    6
    315,386
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Page 9
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2019     		(c)
    2019     		(d)
    2020
    1 Distributable amount for 2020 from Part XI, line 7 874
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2020:
    a Enter amount for 2019 only....... 0
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20 0
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2020:
    a From 2015......  
    b From 2016...... 338,197
    c From 2017...... 447,088
    d From 2018...... 402,333
    e From 2019...... 340,823
    fTotal of lines 3a through e........ 1,528,441
    4Qualifying distributions for 2020 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$ 315,386
    a Applied to 2019, but not more than line 2a 0
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions).....     		0
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions)........     		0
    d Applied to 2020 distributable amount..... 874
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 314,512
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2020. 0 0
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 1,842,953
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ..........     		0
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		0
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........     		0
    e Undistributed income for 2019. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............     		0
    f Undistributed income for 2020. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2021 ..........     		0
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
    be required - see instructions) .......     		0
    8 Excess distributions carryover from 2015 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...     		0
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2021.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		1,842,953
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2016.... 338,197
    b Excess from 2017.... 447,088
    c Excess from 2018.... 402,333
    d Excess from 2019.... 340,823
    e Excess from 2020.... 314,512
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Page 10
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2020, enter the date of the ruling....... bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2020 (b) 2019 (c) 2018 (d) 2017
             
    b 85% of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		         
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ..........     		         
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		         
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		          
    b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...     		         
    c “Support" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		         
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		         
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		          
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the foundation had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    CHRISTOPHER WADE
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or e-mail address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    CHRISTOPHER WADE
    1716 CATALINA AVENUE
    SEAL BEACH,CA90740
    (562) 431-9593
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTOPHER WADE AT CHRIS.WADE@WFCF.ORG
    cAny submission deadlines:
    NO
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    ACTIVITIES SHOULD BE CONSISTENT WITH THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION.
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Page 11
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    HEALTHY LIFE REINFORCEMENT
    PHUM PREKMOHATEP
    KHUM SVAYPOR,BATTAMBANG SROK B  
    CB     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST FAMILIES LIVING IN POVERTY TO BECOME FOOD AND INCOME SELF-RELIANT. 12,191
    KIKUNDI CHA MAFANIKIO
    KINDWITWI
    CHIM CHIM RUFIJI,PWANI  
    TZ     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY TO BECOME FOOD AND INCOME SELF-RELIANT. 5,310
    LISHE BORA GARDEN SHOP
    KIRUA AND MAUA ROAD
    MKYASHI KILEMA KILIMANJAR,MOSHI RURAL  
    TZ     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY TO BECOME FOOD AND INCOME SELF-RELIANT. 9,643
    LOS ALAMITOS YOUTH CENTER
    10909 OAK STREET
    LOS ALAMITOS,CA90720     		NONE PC FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR LEADERSHIP TRAINING TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 1,000
    PEAKSNENG THORMACHEAT SHOP
    PH PEAKSNENG ANGKOR THOM
    SIEM REAP    
    CB     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY TO BECOME FOOD AND INCOME SELF-RELIANT. 24,959
    SANITATION AND WATER ACTION
    PLOT 93 94 BLOCK W KAWAWA ROAD
    DAR ES SALAAM    
    TZ     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST IMPOVERISHED COMMUNITIES TO HAVE ACCESS TO CLEAN WATER. 25,000
    SODA TRUST
    PO BOX 13283
    DAR ES SALAAM    
    TZ     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST SCHOOLS TO FEED STUDENTS AND IMPROVE FACILITIES. 14,593
    TUPENDANE COMPANY
    TASO/SS/1
    NJIRO,ARUSHA  
    TZ     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST SCHOOLS TO FEED STUDENTS AND IMPROVE FACILITIES. 68,665
    UPEND AGRIBUSINESS
    BONITE SPRINGS
    MOSHI URBAN,KILIMANJARO  
    TZ     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST BETTER LIVES AND LOCAL PARTNERS BY DISTRIBUTING GRANTS AND PROVIDING PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES. 9,488
    WAMUKISA SUPPORT ORGANIZATION
    PO BOX 46
    MPIGI    
    UG     		NONE FOREIGN CHARITY ASSIST FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY TO BECOME FOOD AND INCOME SELF-RELIANT. 6,625
    Total .................................bullet 3a 177,474
    bApproved for future payment
    Total .................................bullet 3b 0
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Page 12
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3 Interest on savings and temporary cash
    investments ...........     		    14 2,087  
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....     14 21  
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....          
    6 Net rental income or (loss) from personal property          
    7 Other investment income.....          
    8 Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than
    inventory ............     		    18    
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory          
    11 Other revenue:
    aEXCHANGE RATE GAIN     		    01 282  
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e).. 0 2,390 0
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    13
    2,390
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Form 990-PF (2020)
    Page 13
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    Yes
    No
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527? ...........
    b
    If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
    Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
    Bullet Bullet
    May the IRS discuss this return
    with the preparer shown below?
    See instructions.
    Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
    Paid Preparer Use Only Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's Signature Date PTIN
    Firm's name SmallBullet
    		 Firm's EIN SmallBullet
    Firm's address SmallBullet


    		 Phone no.
    Form 990-PF (2020)
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    Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
    Special Condition Description
    Schedule B
    (Form 990, 990-EZ,
    or 990-PF)
    Department of the Treasury
    Internal Revenue Service
    Schedule of Contributors

    Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Arrow Bullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2020
    Name of the organization
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
     
    Employer identification number

    45-3309167
    Organization type (check one):
    Filers of:
    Section:
    Form 990 or 990-EZ






    Form 990-PF




    Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
    Note: Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
    General Rule
    Special Rules
    ......... Arrow Bullet $  
    Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990-EZ
    or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF).
    For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
    for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020) Page 2
    Name of organization
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
          		Employer identification number
    45-3309167
    Part I
    Contributors
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    1
    WADE FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
     
    1716 CATALINA AVENUE
     
    SEAL BEACH, CA90740

    		$ 290,200


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    2
    CHRISTOPHER AND DIANA WADE
     
    1716 CATALINA AVENUE
     
    SEAL BEACH, CA90740

    		$ 20,697


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    3
    JEFFREY AND LAUREN SHAW
     
    629 SOUTHSHORE DR
     
    SEAL BEACH, CA90740

    		$ 7,582


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020)
    Page 3
    Name of organization
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
          		Employer identification number

    45-3309167
    Part II
    Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
    3
    		 STOCK $ 7,582 2020-12-31
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (See instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020)
    Page 4
    Name of organization
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
          		Employer identification number

    45-3309167
    Part III
    Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
    Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a)
    No. from Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2020)
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    TY 2020 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    ACCOUNTING 3,500 875   1,750

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    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Grantee's Name Grantee's Address Grant Date Grant Amount Grant Purpose Amount Expended By Grantee Any Diversion By Grantee? Dates of Reports By Grantee Date of Verification Results of Verification
    A HEALTHY LIFE REINFORCEMENT (HEALTHY LIFE)
          		PHUM PREKMOHATEP KHUM SVAYPOR
    BATTAMBANG BATTAMBANG SROK BTB    
    CB     		2020-12-31 12,191 OUR LOCAL PARTNER HEALTHY LIFE REINFORCEMENT SHOP WAS FOUNDED IN CAMBODIA IN 2012 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. THE SHOP IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY WITH THE FOLLOWING THREE PROGRAMS: GROWING (TEACHING FAMILIES ABOUT BEST PRACTICES FOR ORGANIC GARDENING AND ASSISTING THEM WITH BUILDING THEIR HOME GARDENS), BUILDING (BUILDING RENT-TO-OWN HOMES), EARNING (MICRO-LENDING FOR AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS AND HOME IMPROVEMENT).THESE THREE PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO ASSIST FAMILIES WITH ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (WITH BETTER NUTRITION AND COMFORTABLE SECURE HOME), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY IMPROVING THEIR CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND STUDYING), AND EARN INCOME (INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS). 12,191 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH THE FOLLOWING VERIFICATION REPORTING: BI-WEEKLY ORDER COMPLETION AND MONTHLY STORIES OF ACHIEVEMENT, BENEFITS, CHALLENGES AND DREAMS. THE REVIEWS CONFIRMED THAT THE GRANTEE WAS COMPLYING WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT.
    KIKUNDI CHA MAFANIKIO
          		KINDWITWI CHIM RUFIJI
    PWANI    
    TZ     		2020-12-31 5,310 OUR LOCAL PARTNER KIKUNDI CHA MAFANIKIO (KCM) WAS FOUNDED IN TANZANIA IN 2013 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. KCM IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY WITH THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: GROW (PROVIDING DAILY VEGETABLES TO LOCAL KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL), BUILD (BUILDING LOCAL ASSETS TO IMPROVE SERVICE PROVISION), EARN (MICRO-LENDING FOR AGRICULTURE AND SMALL BUSINESSES).THESE PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO ASSIST IN ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (WITH BETTER NUTRITION IN THE HOME AND AT SCHOOL), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY IMPROVING THEIR CHILDREN'S HEALTH SO THAT THEY CAN INCREASE THEIR ATTENDANCE, ATTENTIVENESS AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT SCHOOL), EARN INCOME (BY INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE AND SMALL BUSINESSES). 5,310 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH A WEEKLY PHONE CALL AND BI-WEEKLY VERIFICATION REPORTING. THAT WAS FURTHER VERIFIED WITH A SITE REVIEW TO VERIFY THE DELIVERY QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF THE PROJECTS.
    LISHE BORA GARDEN SHOP
          		KIRUA AND MAUA ROAD
    MKYASHI KILEMA KILIMANJARO MOSHI URAL    
    TZ     		2020-12-31 9,643 OUR LOCAL PARTNER, LISHE BORA GARDEN SHOP, WAS FOUNDED IN TANZANIA IN 2013 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. LISHE BORA IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY WITH THE FOLLOWING THREE PROGRAMS: GROW (TEACHING FAMILIES ABOUT BEST PRACTICES FOR ORGANIC GARDENING AND ASSISTING THEM WITH BUILDING THEIR HOME GARDENS), BUILD (PROVIDING ACCESS TO WATER TO THE COMMUNITY), EARN (MICRO-LENDING FOR AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS AND HOME IMPROVEMENT).THESE THREE PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO ASSIST FAMILIES WITH ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (WITH BETTER NUTRITION AND ACCESS TO WATER), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY IMPROVING THEIR CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND STUDYING), EARN INCOME (BY INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS). 9,643 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH A WEEKLY PHONE CALL AND BI-WEEKLY VERIFICATION REPORTING. THAT WAS FURTHER VERIFIED WITH A SITE REVIEW TO VERIFY THE DELIVERY QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF THE PROJECTS.
    PEAKSNENG THORMACHEAT SHOP
          		PH PEAKSNENG ANGKOR THOM
    SIEM REAP SR    
    CB     		2020-12-31 24,959 OUR LOCAL PARTNER PEAKSNENG THORMACHEAT SHOP WAS FOUNDED IN CAMBODIA IN 2014 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. THE SHOP IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY WITH THE FOLLOWING THREE PROGRAMS: GROWING (TEACHING FAMILIES ABOUT BEST PRACTICES FOR ORGANIC GARDENING AND ASSISTING THEM WITH BUILDING THEIR HOME GARDENS), BUILDING (PURCHASING LAND FOR RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND BUILDING RENT-TO-OWN HOMES), EARNING (MICRO-LENDING FOR AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS AND HOME IMPROVEMENT).THESE THREE PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO ASSIST FAMILIES WITH ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (BETTER NUTRITION AND SECURE HOME), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY IMPROVING THEIR CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND STUDYING), EARN INCOME (INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS). 24,959 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH THE FOLLOWING VERIFICATION REPORTING: BI-WEEKLY ORDER COMPLETION AND MONTHLY STORIES OF ACHIEVEMENT, BENEFITS, CHALLENGES AND DREAMS. THE REVIEWS CONFIRMED THAT THE GRANTEE WAS COMPLYING WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANTS.
    SANITATION AND WATER ACTION (SAWA)
          		PLOT 93 94 BLOCK W KAWAWA ROAD
    DAR ES SALAAM    
    TZ     		2020-12-31 25,000 OUR SUPPORT OF SANITATION AND WATER ACTION (SAWA) PROJECTS IN TANZANIA IS DESIGNED TO SUPPORT THIS PURPOSE BY HELPING SAWA IMPLEMENT PROJECTS THAT, PROVIDE CLEAN WATER TO COMMUNITIES AND SCHOOLS THAT REDUCES WATER BORN DISEASE AND ENABLES CHILDREN TO MISS LESS SCHOOL DAYS DUE TO POOR HEALTH. FOR THIS PURPOSE, BETTER LIVES FUNDS THE SALARY AND EMPLOYER COSTS FOR A WATER ENGINEER WHO ASSISTS IMPOVERISHED COMMUNITIES WITH SANITATION AND DRINKING WATER PROJECTS. THESE PROJECTS INCLUDED THREE BETTER LIVES SPONSORED PROJECTS IN THE FOLLOWING COMMUNITIES: KINDWITWI, TANZANIA, KILEMA, TANZANIA, KIKONDO, UGANDA. 25,000 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. FEB, APR, JUL, OCT 2020   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE GRANT BY EMAIL AND REPORTS DURING THE YEAR. THE MONITORING CONFIRMED THE GRANTEE WAS COMPLYING WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT.
    SODA TRUST-TANZANIA
          		PO BOX 13283
    DAR ES SALAAM    
    TZ     		2020-12-31 14,593 OUR LOCAL PARTNER SODA TRUST (SODAT) WAS FOUNDED IN TANZANIA IN 2010 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. SODAT IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS SCHOOLS WITH THE FOLLOWING THREE PROGRAMS: GROW (FARMING CORN AND BEANS TO BE USED IN DAILY SCHOOL BREAKFAST), BUILD (BUILDING ASSETS THAT ALLOW SCHOOLS TO MANAGE CORN AND BEAN INGREDIENTS LOCALLY), EARN (MICRO-LENDING FOR AGRICULTURE, SMALL BUSINESS, AND HOME IMPROVEMENT). THESE PROGRAMS ASSIST WITH ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (BETTER NUTRITION), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY IMPROVING THEIR CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND STUDYING), EARN INCOME (BY INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE, SMALL BUSINESS, IMPROVE HOME). 14,593 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH A WEEKLY PHONE CALL AND BI-WEEKLY VERIFICATION REPORTING. ALSO, OUR PARTNER PROVIDED DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS AND VIDEO EVIDENCE OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT.
    TUPENDANE COMPANY
          		TASO/SS/1
    NJIRO ARUSHA    
    TZ     		2020-12-31 68,665 OUR LOCAL TUPENDANE COMPANY WAS FOUNDED IN TANZANIA IN 2009 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. THE SHOP IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY WITH THE FOLLOWING THREE PROGRAMS: GROW (OPERATING FARMING LAND TO SUPPLY DAILY BREAKFAST INGREDIENTS AND DELIVERING DAILY BREAKFAST TO SCHOOL STUDENTS BY FARMING ACTIVITIES), BUILD (BUILDING ASSETS SUCH AS SCHOOL TOILETS TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO HYGIENIC FACILITIES), EARN (MICRO-LENDING FOR AGRICULTURE, SMALL BUSINESS).THESE THREE PROGRAMS ASSIST SCHOOLS WITH ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (BETTER NUTRITION), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY IMPROVING THEIR CHILDREN'S HEALTH AND STUDYING), EARN INCOME (BY INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS). 68,665 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH A WEEKLY PHONE CALL AND BI-WEEKLY VERIFICATION REPORTING. ALSO, OUR PARTNER PROVIDED DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS AND VIDEO EVIDENCE OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT.
    UPENDO AGRIBUSINESS
          		BONITE SPRINGS MOSHI URBAN
    KILIMANJARO    
    TZ     		2020-12-31 9,488 OUR SUPPORT OF UPENDO AGRIBUSINESS IS DESIGNED TO FACILITATE THIS PURPOSE THROUGH A PARTNERSHIP, WHERE UPENDO AGRIBUSINESS PROVIDES BOOKKEEPING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE SERVICES FOR LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS THAT ASSIST FAMILIES TO PROGRESS ALONG THE FOLLOWING STAGES OF THE PATH TO SELF-RELIANCE IN A SUSTAINABLE WAY: ACCESS KNOWLEDGE (ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION OF PEOPLE, PROCESS, AND PARTS FOR DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING SOLUTIONS FOR SELF-RELIANCE), APPLY RESOURCES (INCLUDING LAND, WATER, RENEWABLE ENERGY, AND MONEY), STRENGTHEN HEALTH (THROUGH GOOD SANITATION, HYGIENE AND NUTRITION), EARN INCOME (TO SAVE AND INVEST IN PRODUCTIVE ASSETS LIKE LIVESTOCK AND SMALL BUSINESSES), IMPROVE HOME (THROUGH HOME IMPROVEMENT, RENT-TO-OWN, AND NEW HOME BUILDING), ENHANCE EDUCATION (BY BUILDING TOILETS, WASH BASINS AND KITCHENS AT SCHOOLS, AND GROWING BREAKFAST INGREDIENTS). 9,488 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH A WEEKLY PHONE CALL AND BI-WEEKLY VERIFICATION REPORTING. THE REVIEWS CONFIRMED THAT THE GRANTEE WAS COMPLYING WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT.
    WAMUKISA SUPPORT ORGANIZATION
          		PO BOX 46
    MPIGI    
    UG     		2020-12-31 6,625 OUR LOCAL PARTNER WAMUKISA SUPPORT ORGANIZATION WAS FOUNDED IN UGANDA IN 2014 BASED UPON THE IDEA THAT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REQUIRES EMPOWERING LOCAL LEADERS AND SUPPORTING INITIATIVES THAT ARE FINANCIALLY, ENVIRONMENTALLY, AND CULTURALLY SUSTAINABLE. WAMUKISA IS DEVELOPING INTO A SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE THAT PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT AND ASSISTS FAMILIES LIVING IN RURAL POVERTY WITH THE FOLLOWING THREE PROGRAMS: GROW (TEACHING FAMILIES ABOUT BEST PRACTICES FOR ORGANIC GARDENING AND ASSISTING THEM WITH BUILDING THEIR HOME GARDENS), BUILD (BUILDING ASSETS SUCH AS RAIN WATER HARVESTING KITS TO INCREASE ACCESS TO WATER), EARN (PROVIDING TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP TO MEMBERS OF COMMUNITY GROUPS).THESE THREE PROGRAMS ASSIST FAMILIES WITH ACHIEVING THE FOLLOWING IMPACTS: STRENGTHEN HEALTH (BETTER NUTRITION), ACCESS RESOURCES (BY GIVING FAMILIES AN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE AND INVEST IN THEIR COMMUNITY), EARN INCOME (BY INVESTING IN AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, SMALL BUSINESS). 6,625 NO PART HAS BEEN USED FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. JAN-DEC 2020 MONTHLY REPORTS   BETTER LIVES MONITORED THE EFFECTIVE USE OF ALL FUNDS PROVIDED WITH A WEEKLY PHONE CALL AND BI-WEEKLY VERIFICATION REPORTING. ALSO, OUR PARTNER PROVIDED DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE TERMS OF THE GRANT.

    TY 2020 OtherAssetsSchedule
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value End of Year - Fair Market Value
    DEVELOPMENT LOAN RECEIVABLE 91,640 197,704 197,704
    OTHER ASSETS 852 850 850


    TY 2020 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    COMPUTER EQUIPMENT 2,782 0   2,086
    DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS 1,045 0   784
    OUTREACH 315 0   236
    BANK FEES 584 584   0
    OFFICE EXPENSE 131 0   98
    SOFTWARE EXPENSES 2,121 0   1,591
    INSURANCE 750 0   0


    TY 2020 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    EXCHANGE RATE GAIN 282 282 282


    TY 2020 OtherLiabilitiesSchedule
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value
    DEVELOPMENT LOAN PAYABLE 49,267 118,267
    CREDIT CARD PAYABLE 95 0
    PAYROLL LIABILITIES 2,446 3,448


    TY 2020 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    OTHER PROFESSIONAL FEES 322 0   161
    PAYROLL SERVICE FEE 1,493 0   1,120


    TY 2020 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    HELP BETTER LIVES INC
    EIN:
    45-3309167
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    FEDERAL TAX 114 0   0
    STATE TAX 85 0   75
    PAYROLL TAX 6,978 349   5,234