Public Foundations
Cigar Family Charitable Foundation Inc
TAMPA, FL
Total revenue
$2.8M
Total expenses
$1.4M
Net assets
$9.0M
Grants received
$1.9M
35 grants
EIN
593735324
Tax year
2024
Mission
To improve the quality of life in the bonao region of the dominican republic.
Programs
3 programs
General healthcare - in partnership with fundacion humo de amor, the cigar family complex provides essential healthcare services to students and the wider bonao community, including ob/gyn, pediatrics, lab testing, a pharmacy, and emergency care. Focused on prevention and early detection, the clinic has significantly reduced malnutrition and deadly diseases through immunizations and regular screenings.dental program - the cigar family charitable foundation provides weekly dental care and hygiene education to students and community members, ensuring access to essential dental services and promoting lifelong oral health.water purification - through community collaboration, the cigar family charitable foundation ensures children have access to clean, safe drinking water, replacing the unsafe conditions they once faced.eye glass initiative - in partnership with the tampa medical community, the cigar family charitable foundation delivers vital ophthalmological care to the bonao region. A dedicated team of doctors, optometrists, and volunteers annually visits the community to examine thousands of patients, diagnose eye conditions, and provide prescription glasses. To date, over 20,000 people have benefited from this initiative, significantly enhancing vision and quality of life.
Nutrition and agriculture:in partnership with fundacion humo de amor, the cigar family complex provides free, nutritious breakfasts and lunches to students, sometimes serving as their only wholesome meal of the day. Through vocational programs focused on sustainable agriculture, the complex grows a portion of its own food and equips community members with valuable skills to support their families and promote long-term food security.sports, recreation, and facility maintenance:the complex fosters youth growth and community engagement through a variety of sports and recreational programs, including basketball, volleyball, baseball, karate, tournaments, and children's summer camps. Additionally, ongoing maintenance and land development efforts ensure the facilities remain safe and resilient against the frequent severe weather conditions faced in the dominican republic.
In partnership with fundacion humo de amor, the cigar family complex supports community development, sports, construction, and land maintenance programs that foster cooperation among previously divided communities in the caribe region. By training local leaders and hosting cultural and educational events, the complex strengthens community ties. Additionally, grant-funded initiatives provide access to clean, sanitary water through filter distribution, improving health and well-being across the region.
Financials
FY 2024
Revenue
Expenses
People
8 listed
CARLOS FUENTE JR
PRESIDENT
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4 hrs/wk
ERIC NEWMAN
SECRETARY/TREASURER
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4 hrs/wk
ROBERT NEWMAN
VICE-PRESIDENT
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4 hrs/wk
ANDREW NEWMAN
BOARD MEMBER
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4 hrs/wk
CIRO CASCELLA
BOARD MEMBER
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4 hrs/wk
CYNTHIA FUENTE-SUAREZ
BOARD MEMBER
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4 hrs/wk
LIANA FUENTE
BOARD MEMBER
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4 hrs/wk
LYRIS NEWMAN
BOARD MEMBER
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4 hrs/wk
Grants received
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$11K · 1 grant · 2023