Healthy Futures of Texas
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
TO IMPROVE THE WELL-BEING OF YOUNG TEXANS THROUGH ACCESS TO SEXUAL HEALTH EDUCATION, CONTRACEPTION, AND RESOURCES.
- Income
- $6.3 million
- Spending
- $7.1 million
- Spent on programs
- 81%
- Reserves
- 3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 52%
- Employees
- 58
- Volunteers
- 13
- Highest pay
- $209,722, president & ceo
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
Fair: 65 out of 100. Higher than 24% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 3.0 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 18% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 13% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 4% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1581% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 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
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 2516 of 16 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
15 of 15Its accounts were audited 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 (4)
- $3.3 million spent. Health Education: Healthy Futures has been a leader in curriculum development since its founding in 2006. Health educators implement puberty and age-appropriate sexual health education for middle school students and sexual health education for junior and senior high school students. Higher education programming supports young adults in community colleges and university campuses in Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, and the Rio Grande Valley. Programs designed for parents, caregivers, and trusted adults empower adults to talk about sex and relationships with their teens and prepare them to help teens navigate the healthcare system. Healthy Futures also continues its work in curriculum development by identifying gaps in the sexual health education landscape and developing programs and materials to meet the needs.
- $1.0 million spent. Advocacy: Healthy Futures advocates for local, state, and federal policy priorities supported by data and the experiences of Texas youth and women. Healthy Futures staffs and manages the Texas Womens Healthcare Coalition which consists of approximately 80 healthcare, faith, and community-based member organizations dedicated to improving the health of Texas women, babies, and families by advocating for access to preventative care for all Texas women. Independently, Healthy Futures staff members educate and engage the Texas Legislature, State Board of Education, state agencies, local school districts, and municipal health departments. Healthy Futures conducts, analyzes, and disseminates research and data relevant to sexual health outcomes of youth and women. Healthy Futures uses research and data to inform decision making and provide partners with accurate information.
- $768,005 spent. Training and Technical Assistance: The Healthy Futures of Texas Training and Technical Assistance pillar builds capacity for youth-serving professionals through training, curriculum design, and systems change-level education. We equip people with the tools needed to create accessible, effective, and sustainable programs that support the well-being of young people. We are committed to enhancing statewide impact by fostering fairness, accessibility, and operational excellence.This pillar also supports health centers as they improve care for young people aged 10-24 through the Adolescent Champion Model, an 18-month, evidence-based intervention. The model strengthens youth-centered environments, policies, and practices, while also supporting staff development, especially in non-provider roles, to enhance patient care and service delivery.
- $610,618 spent. Awareness: Healthy Futures of Texas advances statewide awareness of sexual and reproductive health through Talk About it Texas, our signature initiative that integrates awareness campaigns, education, and outreach with youth, parents, and families. In 2024, this effort reached millions with accessible, culturally relevant messaging that encourages open dialogue, reduces stigma, and supports informed decision-making. Our awareness work also amplifies the voices of youth and local partners, helping ensure our efforts are responsive to the needs of communities across Texas and contribute to the overall well-being of those we serve.
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 2007.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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