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Reverend Charlie E and Cinderella S Taylor Sr Foundation

EIN 01-0872212 · Arlington, TN

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Reverend Charlie E and Cinderella S Taylor Sr Foundation provides scholarships to high school graduating seniors entering college, assistance for ministers entering seminary, relief through its Good Samaritan ministry, and outreach to Veterans, First Responders, and their families through personal and professional resilience programs and services.

Income
$64,429
Spending
$26,841
Spent on programs
97%
Reserves
99 months of spending
Largest source of income
investment income, 57%
Employees
0
Volunteers
21

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 92% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (3)
  1. $7,430 spent. Code 611430: Somervell Guardian Alliance is a beacon of hope, delivering spiritual, emotional, mental health, and resiliency services to America's Veterans, First Responders, and their families. With unwavering support from generous donors, we proudly announce the launch of the Somervell Guardian Alliance. This milestone reflects the Foundation's steadfast commitment to delivering balanced and impartial support to those who protected us in partnership with rural communities. The investment in the launch of the SGA initiative, was made possible by loyal donors and ensures that veterans and first responders living in mental health deserts now have access to spiritual care services and support. But the benefits of our donors' contributions extend far beyond the 600 veteran families in Somervell County, Texas. This innovative initiative empowers military command, corporate, and governmental agencies, enabling them to fulfill their missions more effectively. Donors' unwavering commitment to our cause is transforming lives and creating a brighter, more hopeful future in the communities we are honored to serve. Together, we are fostering resilience, igniting hope, and building a network of support that carries us forward.
  2. $16,019 spent. Undergraduate STEM Scholarships. Selected scholars from underserved communities received merit-based scholarships while attending universities, community colleges, and technical trade schools.
  3. $2,600 spent. Good Samaritan Outreach Ministry contribution to local charities in memory of donor.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since November 2006.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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