Program areas at The Dignitas Project
In 2024, Dignitas deepened its mission to empower educators and transform schools into vibrant places of learning. The organization partnered with 445 schools across 5 counties in Kenya, directly impacting learning for more than 123,000 students. Dignitas strengthened the instructional and site leadership capacities of 1,343 school leaders, equipping them to foster inclusive, child-centered learning environments.Through programs such as Ongoza, Transformin Schooling into Learning (TSIL), Effective Leadership for Early Years Learning (ELEYL), and Leading Learning for Gender Equality (LL4GE), Dignitis supported teachers and leaders to implement effective instructional practices, advance gender equality, and drive measurable gains in literacy, numeracy, and 21st-centruy skills. The LeadNow digital platform further expanded access to quality professional development, enabling educators to enhance classroom engagement and leadership at scale.In line with its 2023-2028 direction, Dignitas continued to co-create solutions with educators, communities, and system-level partners to embed evidence-based practices in education systems. The organization engaged in county education offices, school owners, and teacher networks to align local leadership and policy with classroom realities. As Dignitas strengthened its collective impact, it remained anchored in its vision of vibrant schools and thriving children, advancing Kenya's education transformation through innovation, collaboration, and a steadfast belief that every educator-when supported-can unlock the potential of every learner.
Who funds The Dignitas Project
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
| Grantmaker | Grantmaker tax period | Description | Amount |
|---|
| Wellspring Philanthropic Fund | 2024-11 | Dignitas Leadership Institute and General Operating Support | $150,000 |
Financials for The Dignitas Project
| Revenues | FYE 12/2024 | FYE 12/2023 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $182,554 | $196,612 | -7.2% |
| Program services | $0 | $0 | - |
| Investment income and dividends | $0 | $0 | - |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $0 | - |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $0 | $0 | - |
| Total revenues | $182,554 | $196,612 | -7.2% |
Organizations like The Dignitas Project
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Leadership Snohomish County | 501(c)(3) | Mukilteo, WA | $176,453 |
| SteamHead | 501(c)(3) | San Francisco, CA | $173,606 |
| Lausanne Learning | 501(c)(3) | Memphis, TN | $728,605 |
| Whole School Leadership | 501(c)(3) | Willowbrook, IL | $198,519 |
| Education Is Forever Corporation | 501(c)(3) | Cerritos, CA | $188,549 |
| Florida Learning Alliance | 501(c)(3) | Palatka, FL | $122,166 |
| Bronx-Westchester Ahec | 501(c)(3) | Bronx, NY | $296,593 |
| Herozona Foundation | 501(c)(3) | Scottsdale, AZ | $196,642 |
| Empowering Latinas Leadership Academy | 501(c)(3) | Westerville, OH | $91,501 |
| Roxana Schools Educational Partnership | 501(c)(3) | Roxana, IL | $54,452 |
Data update history
April 19, 2026
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
April 7, 2026
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024
January 22, 2026
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
January 17, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
Nonprofit Types
Employment organizationsSchoolsEducational service providersCharities
Issues
EducationCommunity improvementEconomic development
Characteristics
Legally formed as corporationProvides grantsPartially liquidatedOperates internationallyManagement and technical assistanceTax deductible donationsNo full-time employeesAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 3021 S Shannon St
- Santa Ana, CA 92704
- Metro area
- Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
- County
- Orange County, CA
- Website URL
- dignitasproject.org/Â
- Phone
- (510) 575-7799
IRS details
- EIN
- 26-1837729
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 2008
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- B90: Educational Services
- NAICS code, primary
- 611430: Professional and Management Development Training
- Parent/child status
- Independent
California AB-488 details
- AB 488 status
- May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
- Charity Registration status
- Current
- FTB status revoked
- Revoked
- AG Registration Number
- CT0146557
- FTB Entity ID
- 3094131
- AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
- 2026-08-19
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