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Tailored for Success

EIN 04-3488106 · Malden, MA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong94 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The programs and services of Tailored for Success, provide job seekers with a competitive edge by focusing on developing their soft skills, helping them stay current with the changing labor force, and building their self-confidence through professional image development.

Income
$185,171
Spending
$155,460
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
7.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
2
Volunteers
25
Highest pay
$55,182, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 83% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 7.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 16% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 21% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 94 out of 100. Higher than 88% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 8 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.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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. $25,408 spent. The Reimagine Your Career Program is a series of virtual career and professional development workshops to assist individuals as they attempt to return to the workforce. Reimagine Your Career Program provides workshops consisting of step-by-step instructions of how to conduct a job search, prepare a resume that makes it past ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), and how to master any interview situation, negotitate a fair salary, develop a growth mindset and improve their soft skills. Our philosophy is to teach individuals to fish rather than giving them a fish so that they can use the skills gained from participating in the workshops over the life of their career.
  2. $101,634 spent. The TFS Career Closet Program specializes in filling the need (and expense) for business clothing that women and men need to make a positive first impression on a prospective employer. The TFS Career Closets continues to be an essential resource for job seekers, and nonprofits who work with job seekers, to empower economically disadvantaged individuals toward economic self-sufficiency. This simple but important service helps job seekers realize their potential to reach their professional goals. Because of our partnership with MassHire, TFS is able to offer job seekers two Career Closet locations (i.e.,Malden, Woburn and Cambridge) to obtain free business clothing. TFS utilizes a unique Client choice Model, of enabling job seekers to individually (or with assistance) select clothing that meets their needs, thereby increasing dignity.
  3. Boots2Suits, A Veteran Career Transition Program, consists of workshops on topics of particular interest to veterans (with particular emphasis on women veterans) separating or separated from the military. The workshops explore issues surrounding transitioning from the military to the civilian workforce by giving them the tools and skill assessments to assist with the transition. These workshops are particularly important to female veterans. Boots2Suits helps veterans prepare to secure and retain employment with employers who value their experience and leadership skills.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 January 2001.

    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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