O-IA-Da Intl Inc

O-IA-Da Intl Inc is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational and cultural programs, often leveraging videoconferences to connect students with peers from around the world. The organization focuses on cross-cultural understanding, offering a variety of programs designed to enrich the educational experience of students, particularly in K-12 settings.

Programs and Activities

The organization is known for its interactive educational programs, which span multiple subjects including:

• Career & Technical Education (CTE)
• Culture
• Fine Arts
• Foreign & World Languages
• Industrial Technology
• International Studies
• Language Arts/English
• Leadership
• Literacy
• Math
• Performing Arts
• Problem Solving
• Reading
• Science
• History & Social Studies
• Technology/Information Science
• Writing

Some of its notable initiatives include cultural exchange programs where students can learn about history, geography, and cultural practices of various regions, including Africa. These programs often involve live interactions, such as tours of historical sites and traditional dance lessons.

Financial Overview

As of its latest available financial reports, O-IA-Da Intl Inc reported:

• Revenue of $277,000 in 2022, primarily consisting of contributions.
• Total Expenses of $625,000 in 2022.
• Total Assets amounting to $561,000 in 2022.
• Total Liabilities of $812,000 in 2022[1].

Recognition

O-IA-Da Intl Inc has received recognition for its contributions to educational and cultural exchange programs. However, it holds a 2/4 Star rating on Charity Navigator as of the latest assessments[5].

Governance

Key officers of the organization have included Eric Jones as President, Sherin Covington as COO or Treasurer in different years, and Darryl Batts as Secretary and Treasurer. None of these officials receive compensation[1].

Impact and Reception

O-IA-Da Intl Inc's programs have been praised for providing transformative educational experiences. Participants have noted the value in building bridges of cultural understanding and fostering engagement that goes beyond traditional classroom settings.

[1] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/223555210 [2] https://www.cilc.org/ContentProvider/ViewContentProvider.aspx?id=363 [3] https://www.oiadaintl.org/about-us [4] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/22-3555210 [5] https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/223555210