2026-09-14T14:50:14-07:00 2025-07-31 990 2024-08-01 320509625 BUC TECHNOLOGIES FOUNDATION INC BUCT 8505082127 PO Box 3711 Tallahassee FL 32315 Tawainga Katsvairo Director 8505082127 2026-09-14 1 2024 Better Universe and Citizens Tawainga Katsvairo PO Box 3711 Tallahassee FL 32315 1060 0 X https://www.betteruniverseandcitizens.org X 2016 FL Plant grass and trees for erosion control and provide education on conservation in Haiti. To educate and provide awareness on environmental conservation in the US. 4 4 0 142 0 0 9850 1060 0 0 0 9850 1060 0 0 0 0 0 8489 5552 8489 5552 1361 -4492 3908 -584 0 0 3908 -584 The mission of the organization is to promote sustainable use of natural resources to ensure minimal disruption of natural ecosystems. We conduct on-the-ground restorative projects to reduce soil erosion and land reclamation for sustainability. Our main project is planting grass and trees in Haiti for erosion control. In the US we provide education and awareness to high schools, colleges and the public on environmental sustainability. 0 0 3611 0 0 Haiti Soil Conservation and Environmental Restoration Soil erosion and land degradation cause environmental, agricultural, and economic challenges in Haiti. The loss of fertile topsoil reduces farm productivity, threatens food security, damages ecosystems, and places additional pressure on communities whose livelihoods depend on agriculture. The organization supported planting of perennial grasses and trees on degraded and erosion-prone land. Perennial grass offers a particularly effective conservation solution because they establish quickly to provide continuous ground cover without annual replanting. Unlike trees harvested for charcoal, grasses protect the soil while remaining available as a long-term erosion-control measure. Tree planting complemented the grass-based approach. The organization planted species capable of regenerating after cutting, along with fruit trees that can provide both environmental benefits and potential economic value to communities. Grass strips were established across agricultural slopes to slow runoff, retain soil, and reduce the loss of productive farmland. During the year, communities participated in grass- and tree-planting activities designed to stabilize vulnerable land, restore vegetation, reduce erosion, improve soil health, and strengthen long-term environmental resilience. Approximately 6,000-9,000 people participated through direct planting, education, or environmental-awareness activities in Haiti planting huge areas to grass and trees. Environmental education is an important component of the program. The organization worked with 9 schools, and provided students and community members with hands-on conservation experiences and lessons on environmental stewardship, and protecting Haiti's natural resources. The program incorporated biodiversity and pollinator conservation by planting flowering species to provide habitat and food sources for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. These relatively simple conservation measures produce significant long-term benefits. The program helped: Reduced soil loss and the severity of mudslides during hurricanes and other extreme weather events. Protected farmland and preserved Haiti's vital top soil for agricultural productivity. Increased groundwater recharge in areas dependent on groundwater supplies to strengthen rural water supplies. Protected roads, irrigation systems, hydroelectric infrastructure, and other critical assets from erosion and sedimentation. Reduced sediment entering rivers, coastal waters, and marine ecosystems. Restored vegetation, expand wildlife habitat, and support Haiti's biodiversity, including endemic species. The program demonstrated how relatively modest investments can produce substantial results in Haiti. The modest funding enabled thousands of people to participate directly in conservation and environmental education. By combining community action, practical land restoration, and education, the program creates benefits that extend well beyond the individual planting sites. Looking ahead, the organization aims to expand these efforts to additional communities and substantially reduce soil erosion across Haiti. The long-term vision is to apply proven, community-based conservation practices across the millions of acres that could benefit from land restoration, erosion control, and improved environmental management-helping create a more productive, resilient, and sustainable Haiti. 488 0 0 Environmental Education and Community Outreach in the United States The organization promoted environmental awareness in the United States through educational presentations, community events, workshops, and social media outreach. Activities focused education on soil erosion, land restoration, vegetation management, conservation, and practical ways to protect natural resources. During the year 9 presentations and outreach activities were conducted for high school and college students and community activities. The organization also engaged the public through events in several states including including Florida, Maryland and Virginia and events such as Springtime Tallahassee, parades and the Science and History Festival, Rotary Clubs reaching a broad audience through exhibits, public interaction, and educational materials reaching close to 100,000 people. The program is operated primarily by volunteers and has no paid staff. Despite its modest budget, the initiative provides an accessible platform for sharing practical conservation knowledge and encouraging individuals and communities to adopt more sustainable environmental practices. 931 0 0 Technology: The organization uses technology such as email correspondences, servers to maintain the large amount of date we obtain from Haiti and software to map the regions we operate in, and in addition to the necessary organization registrations. 0 0 0 5030 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 FL X X Tawainga Katsvairo 8505082127 PO Box 3711 Tallahassee FL 32315 X Christopher Weider Mr. 2.5 X 0 0 0 Thomas Cellucci Dr. 1.5 X 0 0 0 Anne Phibbs Ms 0.5 X 0 0 0 Tawainga Katsvairo Dr. 18 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1060 0 1060 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1060 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 260 260 717 717 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 262 0 262 0 Planting grass and trees in Haiti 3611 3611 0 0 Education and awareness in the US 488 488 0 0 Organization registrations 214 214 0 0 5552 5030 522 0 3908 -584 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3908 -584 0 0 X 3908 -584 0 0 3908 -584 3908 -584 -4492 0 0 0 0 0 X 1 X 0 1 0 X 4681 9850 1060 15591 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4681 9850 1060 15591 15591 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 15591 1 1 X Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The form 990 was prepared by an accountant and shared to the governing board for approval. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Throughout the reporting period, the organization maintained an established process to ensure adherence to its Conflict of Interest Policy. As part of the organization's annual compliance procedures, each of the four directors was required to disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest. These disclosures were then considered and reviewed by the governing body. No actual, potential, or perceived conflicts involving the directors were reported or identified during the reporting period. The organization's activities are focused on providing assistance to Haiti, and its leadership did not identify any conflicts arising from or related to those activities. The organization's policy also provides safeguards for circumstances in which a conflict may arise. Specifically, any individual with a conflict would be required to abstain from participating in related discussions, deliberations, or decisions. The Board of Directors remained responsible for overseeing the disclosure process and ensuring continued compliance with the Conflict of Interest Policy. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization governing documents including conflict of interest policy, and financial statements were available on the website to the public during the tax year and also upon request.