Aqua Foundation for Women Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
At the Aqua Foundation for Women, our mission is to serve and support the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer LGBTQ women's community in South Florida through grants, scholarships, and initiatives. Our unwavering commitment is to empower and uplift LGBTQ women, ensuring they have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Through our grant programs, scholarships, and community initiatives, we aim to create a South Florida where LGBTQ women can live without fear of discrimination, access educational opportunities, achieve personal and professional success, and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment. Together, we strive to build a brighter future for all LGBTQ women in our community.
- Income
- $47,386
- Spending
- $138,651
- Reserves
- 4.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $48,906, former executive dir.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 36 out of 100. Higher than 11% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, under $250k).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.7 months of spending.
Debt
5 of 20It owes 60% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 193% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (1)
- In the year 2024, Aqua Foundation for Women, Inc. continued to advance its mission of serving and supporting the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer LGBTQ women's community in South Florida through grants, scholarships, and initiatives. Our achievements demonstrate our commitment to fostering an inclusive and empowered LGBTQ community in the region. Community Events: We organized significant events to create a sense of belonging within the LGBTQ community. Notably, we hosted a Family BBQ, which brought together LGBTQ individuals and their families, providing a safe and welcoming space for social interaction and support. Ally Awards: Our Ally Awards ceremony recognized and honored three outstanding community leaders and allies who have made a significant impact on the LGBTQ community, fostering greater acceptance and understanding. Scholarship Support: We awarded a total of $19,900 in scholarships to deserving students in South Florida. Each scholarship recipient was also paired with a dedicated mentor from within our community, ensuring ongoing support and guidance throughout their college journey. Aqua Affair: To celebrate our scholars and mentors, we organized the Aqua Affair event. This gathering highlighted the achievements of our scholarship recipients and their mentors, reinforcing the importance of mentorship within our community. Aqua Cares Initiative: We furthered a new initiative called Aqua Cares to facilitate meaningful discussions within the LGBTQ community about critical topics affecting its members. This initiative aimed to create a platform for dialogue and support. Through these accomplishments, Aqua Foundation for Women reaffirms its dedication to supporting and uplifting the LGBTQ women's community in South Florida. We remain committed to our core values of equality, empowerment, inclusivity, collaboration, and transparency as we work towards a brighter and more inclusive future for all LGBTQ individuals in our region.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 March 2005.
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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