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INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION CARES
HOMELESSNESS IN LOS ANGELES
Homelessness in Los Angeles County over the years has increased drastically and more and more people have lost their housing due to a variety of economic, social, financial, or mental health reasons, and become vulnerable and unable to maintain housing and provide for their basic needs.
Grants Received
Currently the Foundation has several grant applications in process, which are pending approval.
Our History
The idea and logistical inception of the “International Foundation for Development- Freedom”, started in the spring of 2015 after a series of events, meetings, and business ventures, which took place in Los Angeles, that further prompted the founder Julian Jordan Tasev to seek and channel his creativity, experience and knowledge he acquired in the US and around world, into charting a path for the Foundation. The official establishment and incorporation of the Foundation however occurred simultaneously in 2019 in Los Angeles, California and Sofia, Bulgaria.
Throughout his experience in Europe and United States, the founder Mr. Tasev and his fellow board members have more than 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors, working with international youth groups, academia, government, community outreach, student leadership projects, as well as advocating for international education, empowerment, and advancement opportunities for everyone, around the world.
The Foundation is uniquely positioned and strives to build upon experiences, resources and relationships established over time, and furthermore to be a catalyst for future opportunities, mutually beneficial work and collaborations for everyone involved with the Foundation.
Nonprofit and corporate giving and collaborations
The Foundation has received numerous donations from private sponsors and also building capacity by partnering with Costco,
Trader Joe’s, Ralphs Stores, Goodwill, Los Angeles Food Bank, Benevity Corporate Matching Program, and a few other partners,
and over the past year has garnered and received $10,500.00 total cash , credit line and in-kind goods and monetary donations
and distributed water, clothes, nonperishable food items and other supplies to the homeless populations throughout Los Angeles County.
The Foundation also assisted by providing (1) $3,250.00 in direct donation contributions, (2) 120 meals, (3) 500 pounds of
food and non-perishable items, and (4) giving out 360 pounds of clothes to people experiencing homelessness.
The Foundation was officially incorporated as of April 6th, 2020, and has been in business since. The non-profit has held and organized various community outreach and empowerment events over the years and is actively seeking to expand operations and business throughout the state and internationally. IRS Determination Letter attached
Statement of independent audits and who does them for our nonprofit financials.
The non-profit has contracted with several consulting, tax, and audit firms, which are providing independent audits, accounting, and grant monitoring services. IFDF has been audited in the past, and successfully maintains and in compliance with all 501 3© non-profit requirements..
The story of why we became a nonprofit and how we were founded.
The idea and logistical inception of the Foundation started in the spring of 2015 after a series of events, meetings, and business ventures, which took place in Los Angeles, Chicago and Sofia, Bulgaria, which inspired me to establish the Foundation and seek to help youth, students and activists to explore academic and career opportunities around the world and reach their potential.
Since then, throughout my experience in Europe and the United States, I acquired more than 20 years of experience in the public and private sectors, working with international youth groups, academia, government, community outreach, student leadership projects, as well as advocating for international education, empowerment, and advancement opportunities for everyone. My experience in different industries in the United States and internationally motivated me to seek opportunities to give back to the community and help and empower others with my knowledge and experience. I think students, and individuals should seek ways to reach their potential and strive for a better future. I try to foster and channel my experience to help and guide others on a path towards education, knowledge, success and independence.
Mission Statement
The ongoing mission of The International Foundation is to bring awareness for global leadership development opportunities, community empowerment, educational and career advancements, international academic, foreign, and cultural exchange programs to underserved and underrepresented communities, students, youth, community organizers, activists and leaders across the globe, who are seeking to enhance their knowledge and experience and help others, in the world today.
With the continuing growth of globalization and multinational corporations, we need to ensure that future generations are developing the competencies to adjust to and remain competitive in the rapidly changing and highly competitive global marketplace. Developing intercultural community competence is a necessity in our global community where it is imperative to gain respect for, knowledge of, and understanding of other cultures.
Vision Statement
International Foundation for Development Freedom, Inc.
EIN number: 84-2472485
Julian Jordan
CEO-Exec Director
+1-224-435-8938
julianjordanactor@gmail.com
Vesselina Yurukova
Ms. Yurukova graduated with “Political Science” major from Sofia University sv. “Kliment Okhridski” in Sofia, Bulgaria. She has been actively involved with community outreach, youth engagement, and grassroots campaign work with students, and other social groups, in Bulgaria and throughout Europe, in efforts to enable youth leadership, growth and potential. Ms. Yurukova has taken active involvement in variety of European funded and programs like the Erazmus program and has been a prominent youth organizer, leader and activist.
Sandra Petkov
Ms. Sandra Petkov has acquired her Bachelor’s Degree in ” Political Science” from UC Irvine and University of California, Santa Cruz and has gained vast experiences in the legal field, by working for many well-known attorneys throughout Los Angeles, as well as worked in the music industry field and government field. She also acquired investigative experience and is a dynamic and proactive community activist and leader with passion for helping people and making a difference in the community and internationally. She volunteers and maintains an active lifestyle in Los Angeles.