2025-05-09T13:39:21-04:00 2024-06-30 851434698 Thrive Advisory Solutions LLC 2191 Ebenezer Rd Unit 36983 Rock Hill SC 29732 990 2023-07-01 133376290 The Bhutan Foundation BHUT 1050 Connecticut Ave NW STE 66013 Washington DC 20036 Tshewang Wangchuk Executive Direc 2026097363 2025-05-15 false true Nicholas Cunningham P02246952 8036204255 2025-05-09 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Tshewang Wangchuk 4302332 false X bhutanfound.org X 1986 DC To support the people of Bhutan to reach their full potential by developing local capacity and facilitating global support. 17 16 5 0 0 4918256 4195722 0 64619 96811 16267 9799 4999142 4302332 3748169 3255884 0 807415 837415 0 243012 346086 452884 4901670 4546183 97472 -243851 6019468 5755203 131615 111201 5887853 5644002 To support the people of Bhutan to reach their full potential by developing local capacity and facilitating global support. false false 1661812 1604290 Good Governance - The Bhutan Foundations Good Governance program, particularly through ProjectMikhung (Project Citizenship), addresses the ongoing transition from monarchy to ademocratic constitutional monarchy. Recognizing the vital need for strategicinterventions in fostering active citizenship, this project encompasses a three-year planthat employs a whole school approach. By involving faculty, parents, students, andcommunity members, it aims to develop news literacy and enhance participation withina democratic framework. 1040354 923713 Preservation of Culture - The Bhutan Foundations Preservation of Culture program is dedicated to safeguardingBhutans rich cultural heritage through significant initiatives. Notably, theWangduechhoeling Palace Restoration project aims to restore this historical landmark,fostering community pride and cultural identity. The Traditional Medicine programintegrates Bhutanese healing practices into health education, ensuring their accessibilityfor future generations. Additionally, the documentation of heritage sites helps catalogand protect Bhutans unique traditions, promoting awareness and appreciation.Through these efforts, the Foundation actively strengthens Bhutans cultural identitywhile contributing to sustainable community development and resilience. 675193 340088 Conservation of the Environment - This area focuses on protecting Bhutans biodiversity through various initiatives. Keyprojects include Snow Leopard Conservation aimed at safeguarding this endangeredspecies and promoting eco-tourism with events like the Jomolhari Mountain Festivaland community homestays. Additionally, ventures such as the River Guides in Pangbangand the Katsho Eco-Camp in Haa create sustainable tourism opportunities that supportlocal economies while fostering environmental stewardship. These efforts reflect theFoundations commitment to balancing ecological preservation with communityengagement. 544516 387793 Sustainable & Equitable Socio-Economic Development - This area aims to ensure that services and opportunities are accessible to all individualsin Bhutan. Key initiatives include STEM development, which fosters education inscience, technology, engineering, and mathematics, as well as programs in specialeducation and public health that cater to diverse community needs. The Foundation alsofocuses on Emergency Medicine programs, food security projects and small grants thatempower local businesses. Through these comprehensive efforts, the Foundationpromotes inclusive growth and equitable development, ensuring that all Bhutanese canparticipate in and benefit from the countrys progress. 544516 387793 3921875 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false false true true false true true true false false false false false true false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 4 0 true 5 true false true BT false false false false false false false false false false false false X 17 16 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false X X X The Organization 2026097363 1050 Connecticut Ave NW STE 66013 Washington DC 20036 Tshewang Wangchuk Executive Director 40.00 0.00 X X 169187 0 39750 Donna E Marshall Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Eric Lemelson Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Theodore N Kaplan Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Phuntsho Norbu Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Rebecca Donner Winsor Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Michael Philipp Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Rosemary Phelan Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Katherine van Hengel Board Member 0.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Henry Lewis Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Dr Lisa Danzig Board Member 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Lucy Goelet Secretary 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 HM Gyalyum Tseyring Pem Wangchuck Co-Chairperson 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Daphne Hoch Cunningham Co-Chairperson 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 William Tacon Vice Chairperson 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Brian J Menkes Treasurer 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 169187 0 39750 1 false true false 181862 4013860 4195722 96811 96811 Miscellaneous income 900099 9799 9799 9799 4302332 106610 0 0 158507 158507 3097377 3097377 161494 80722 16154 64618 466494 207776 116165 142553 9805 -397 10202 152120 106420 24620 21080 47502 -406 47908 385 385 33291 33291 47000 44688 2312 2002 383 1595 24 54631 9487 33407 11737 8760 1291 7469 40061 40061 57472 38610 16729 2133 184313 177417 6029 867 19885 19885 5084 5084 4546183 3921875 381296 243012 1923774 4430907 3864236 1011690 157560 225393 179225 121517 73095 57708 803 29505 6019468 5755203 118060 78141 13555 33060 131615 111201 X 3568551 4011660 2319302 1632342 5887853 5644002 6019468 5755203 -243851 0 X false true X true false X 4568524 4140465 6717241 4918256 4195722 24540208 4568524 4140465 6717241 4918256 4195722 24540208 5081786 19458422 10520 1399 2796 64619 96811 176145 554 531 1045 35249 9799 47178 24763531 0.78580 0.73260 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 40949 22957 17992 13003 12883 120 125273 85677 39596 57708 4417796 115464 115464 4302332 4302332 4661647 115464 115464 4546183 4546183 true South Asia 1 11 Program services All Programs 3193491 1 11 1 11 3193491 3193491 South Asia Partners Grant to JSW School of Law 333012 Wire South Asia Partners Grant to Green Weaving Centre 150000 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Khedrup Foundation 138151 Wire South Asia Partner Grant Million Tree Project 119107 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Bhutan Nuns Foundation 118577 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Innovate Bhutan - YDF 106440 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to RSPN 93153 Wire South Asia Fire Hydrant 91692 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Youth Development Fund 108915 Wire South Asia Partner Grant and SGHS Pilot 81786 Wire South Asia Museum display exhibit 66625 Wire South Asia Wangduechhoeling Palace Project 63663 Wire South Asia Partner Grant for Green Bhutan Corporati 61893 Wire South Asia Artefact 51564 Wire South Asia Grant for AT project 39707 Wire South Asia Palace Sewage Treatment Plant 36684 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Bhutan Centre for Media 50500 Wire South Asia Electrical for Wangduechhoeling Palace P 25588 Wire South Asia project collaboratives designing for AT 24137 Wire South Asia indoor lighting fixtures and tracks 37724 Wire South Asia Thimphu Structural Plan 20000 Wire South Asia Thimphu Structural Plan 20000 Wire South Asia museum planning and design fee 34794 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Sewala Buddhist Institu 18309 Wire South Asia final grant release for SEN program-mong 17410 Wire South Asia Restricted Grant 15441 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Royal Thimphu College 14065 Wire South Asia Wall construction payment btw Aman and p 13076 Wire South Asia Wangduechhoeling Palace Project 12855 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Eutok Goenzin Dratshang 12000 Wire South Asia Dolep footpath 11837 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Draktsho 10800 Wire South Asia palace signage 10036 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to RENEW 10023 Wire South Asia Lighting 9392 Wire South Asia Artefact asquisition - Gurur Thangka 8897 Wire South Asia Artefact - ivory cup 8897 Wire South Asia Restricted Grant 8628 Wire South Asia Electrial wiring materials 8048 Wire South Asia PEER 7859 Wire South Asia Jackson Hole - Restricted 7442 Wire South Asia Restricted Grant 7092 Wire South Asia aja ney solar sustainability fund and fe 7000 Wire South Asia Various 12817 Wire South Asia Supply and installation of kicthen and b 6471 Wire South Asia Partner Grant Bhutan Animal Rescue and C 6379 Wire South Asia Various 6290 Wire South Asia Grants to support Everest expedition 6018 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to VAST Bhutan 5700 Wire South Asia Partner Grant 5225 Wire South Asia Wangduechhoeling Palace Project 5073 Wire South Asia Partner Grant to Jangsa Animal Saving Tr 5050 Wire South Asia AV Tech 5045 Wire 23 35 false false false false false false Use of grant monitoring procedures (Part I, line 2) The Bhutan Foundation provides grants to international organizations outside the United States that further the mission of the Foundation. Grants are given through board-approved grant making procedures, which include a legal and binding grant agreement with all grantees. The grant agreement describes the charitable purpose of the grant, objectives and budget of approved funding, and expected outcome. The Bhutan Foundation has full-time staff in the United States and Bhutan who are responsible for the monitoring of grant activities and for evaluating the financial and descriptive reports. true Massachusetts Institute of Technolo 77 Massachusetts Avenue NE49-3142 Cambridge MA 021394307 042103594 501c3 155013 Health Volunteers Overseas 1900 L St NW 310 Washington DC 20036 521485477 501c3 2415 Perkins School For the Blind 175 North Beacon Street Watertown MA 02472 042103616 501c3 1079 3 Monitoring procedures (Part I, line 2) The Bhutan Foundation provides grants to domestic organizations in the United States that further the mission of the foundation. Grants are given through board-approved grant making procedures, which include a legal and binding grant agreement with all grantees. The grant agreement describes the charitable purpose of the grant, objectives and budget of approved funding, and expected outcome. The Bhutan Foundation has full-time staff in the United States and Bhutan who are responsible for the monitoring of grant activities and for evaluating the financial and descriptive reports. X false false false false false false false false false Tshewang Wangchuk Executive Director 159000 10187 39750 208937 Form 990 governing body review Part VI line 11 The 990 is reviewed by management, the Executive Director, Board Treasurer, and the accountant, prior to filing. Conflict of interest policy compliance Part VI line 12c The Bhutan Foundations conflict of interest policy requires that all officers, directors, and key employees disclose any conflicts of interest. The Foundation keeps a copy of the conflict of interest disclosures and requires that all officers, directors, and key employees review and update the disclosure at the annual board meeting. CEO executive director top management comp Part VI line 15a The compensation of the Executive Director is determined and approved by the Finance Committee of the Board. The Finance Committee makes sure that pay is competitive and comparable to other nonprofit organizations of similar size in the Washington DC Area by reviewing the GuideStar Nonprofit Compensation Report and similar reports. Other officer or key employee compensation Part VI line 15b The compensation of key employees is determined and approved by the Finance Committee of the Board. The Finance Committee makes sure that pay is competitive and comparable to other nonprofit organizations of similar size in the Washington DC Area by reviewing the GuideStar Nonprofit Compensation Report and similar reports. Governing documents etc available to public Part VI line 19 The Bhutan Foundation makes governing documents, conflict of interest policies, and all other required documentation available upon request. The 990 is available on the Bhutan Foundations website using the link to GuideStar in order to access. Additionally, the 990 is available on other websites such as ProPublicas Nonprofit Explorer. Further, the 990s are shared with grantors and financial statments are published in the Foundations annual reports, which are available on the Foundations website.