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Neighborhood Initiatives Development Corporation

EIN 13-3110811 · Bronx, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair68 out of 100GovernanceGood85 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To create thriving communities that provide safe, affordable housing and help youth prepare for a successful future.

Income
$4.5 million
Spending
$4.5 million
Spent on programs
92%
Reserves
4.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 81%
Employees
150
Highest pay
$149,176, 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

Fair: 68 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (housing, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 46% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 3% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    91% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 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

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (housing, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • 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 (5)
  1. $3.3 million spent. Youth activities including afterschool and summer programming - The Organization provides a free or low-cost youth programs to the community. Programming includes, homework assistance, academic enrichment, social/emotional development, leadership development, health and well-being. The Organization works with at risk youth in middle schools, high schools and out of school youth. The Organization also hosts community events including a Holiday Toy Giveaway, Movies Under the Stars and a Spring Street fair. While the majority of programs are provided at no cost to participants, certain activities generate service revenue through program fees.
  2. $419,465 spent. Social Services - The Organization provides social services programs designed to support vulnerable populations facing barriers to meeting their rental obligations. These barriers may include unemployment, underemployment, disability, health-related challenges, family crises, or other economic circumstances that adversely affect a tenants ability to pay rent.
  3. $172,701 spent. Economic Development - The Organization provides programs that stimulate business growth and economic activity within the community. This program supports a variety of initiatives, including business development services, workforce development programs, entrepreneurial training, access to capital resources, technical assistance, and other activities designed to improve the competitiveness and sustainability of local enterprises.
  4. $131,049 spent. Housing - The Organization engages in housing services that include landlord/tenant mediation, eviction prevention housing court advocacy, crime prevention initiatives, merchant organizing, technical assistance to neighborhood groups, and landlord and tenant forums. These activities are designed to strengthen neighborhood stability, promote safety, and support residents in maintaining secure housing.
  5. $95,325 spent. Community Development - The Organization provides community service programs that include vaccine education, voting participation initiatives, racial equity and inclusion programming, mental health awareness, and financial literacy workshops. These activities are designed to promote public health, civic engagement, equity, and individual well-being. All services are offered free of charge to clients. Funding for these programs is derived primarily from government grants.

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 November 1983.

    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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