Para Los Ninos De Highline
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Fostering academic success for every Latino student through parent and community involvement.
- Income
- $1.6 million
- Spending
- $1.6 million
- Spent on programs
- 64%
- Reserves
- 7.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 74%
- Employees
- 12
- Volunteers
- 196
- Highest pay
- $76,613, operations manager
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 81 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 7.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 3% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 2% on the year before.
Spending floor
8 of 1564% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 47% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 255 of 5 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 (2)
- $993,153 spent. See Attached
- Part III-Program Service Accomplishments-Help Me Grow (HMG)-The Help Me Grow program has greatly benefited Latino families in 2024, strengthening relationships with the Highline Area Food Bank and engaging PLN volunteers. Monthly workshops encouraged parents to prioritize both their childrens education and their personal growth, with many signing up for library cards to further support their childrens learning. A scheduled event with Puget Sound Energy to inform families about community discount programs was rescheduled to February 7, 2025, due to a weather-related delay. One mother expressed how the program improved her parenting approach, making her feel more confident in educating her children, and how she values the positive reinforcement from them. The program has also helped build strong community connections, with families noticing improvements in both their children and their own lives. A participant shared her positive experience with mental health therapy at SeaMar Clinic, which helped her overcome internal struggles. Additionally, after receiving dental care referrals through Health Point, she saw significant improvements in her health. Her daughters confidence grew through the Play and Learn program, and she now actively shares the knowledge shes gained from the program, encouraging others to participate. The participant expressed heartfelt gratitude for the PLN program, which helped her feel more open and connected to helpful community resources.SOWA-PNL summer programs continue to positively impact the community by offering opportunities for learning, social-emotional development, cultural awareness, and fun. A new music class was added this year, and children gained skills such as self-esteem, emotional expression, teamwork, creativity and concentration. Experienced staff were hired to meet the evolving needs of each participant. In the Aprendamos Juntos program, we focused on developing leadership, integration, reflection, and responsibility skills. The program nurtured a safe and supportive environment where children could grow, learn, and enhance their social-emotional skills. The program also encouraged intellectual curiosity, creativity, and motivation for learning. Feedback was actively integrated into all programs, and participants were involved as leaders shaping the programss success. We continue to collaborate with new organizations to improve services for the Latino community. Through the support of dedicated staff and volunteers, children in the Aprendamos Juntos program developed leadership, integration, resoponsibility, and reflection skills, along with discipline, organization, and decision-making. These skills will support their future academic, personal, and professional growth. UWKC:9th-12th Grade Condensed Version-Over the past six months, thanks to PSTAA funds, weve provided a variety of activities for youth that promote knowledge, confidence, and personal growth. Our weekly schedule includes academic support on Mondays, chess lesson and tutoring on Tuesdays, sports and community service on Wednesdays, and coding lessons on Thursdays. Students who maintain 80% attendance receive a free computer. The program fosters mental, physical, and social well-being, offering relevant topics like financial health, time management, mental health, and entrepreneurship. Youth receive a program outline at the start of the year and daily text reminders about activities. We also gather their feedback to improve the program and ensure they feel supported and valued. Our activities cover five main themes:academic support, chess, community building, programming, and art. This variety allows youth to explore their strengths and receive support where needed. As youth organizers, we provide the guidance and resources necessary for their growth, listening and motivationg them to reach their full potential.UWKC:5th-8th Grade-The program provided essential support for students to develop leadership, integration, responsibility, and reflection skills, preparing them to become resposible and reflective leaders in both personal and community settings. Adults supervised each group, ensuring safety and fostering an environment conducive to growth, learning, and development. Through effective communication, activities were better coordinated, promoting educational and community development. With the support of dedicated staff, students gained vital social, emotional, and intellectual skills, benefitting from structured activities that prioritized care and organization for a positive experience.City of Burien-Workforce Colloborative-The Adult Workforce Program empowered participants by strengthening essential skills like public speaking, leadership, resume writing, and job interview preparation. Training also included using computer tools like Google Drive and creating virtual events. The program fostered communication, integration, and a trusting environment, with feedback helping tailor future activities for personal and professional growth. In the Youth Internship program, 11th and 12th-grade students gained educational and leadership skills through hands-on work with Para Los Ninos staff. They participated in programs such as Play & Learn, Community Health Worker initiatives, and attended workshops on job preparation, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit organizations, enhancing their community engagement and professional development. Community Health Workers (CHW)-This past quarter, the CHW made significant strides in promoting health and wellness within the community. Key activities included organizing a Mental Health workshop in June, hosting two mobile clinic events offering dental care and COVID vaccinations, and conducting two Zumba classes to encourage wellness in a fun and engaging way. In August, the CHW led a nutrition workshop focused on preparing healthy meals for children returning to school, addressing the lack of resources and awareness in the Latinx community regarding he
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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 October 13, 2026.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since October 2006.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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 October 21, 2026.
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