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Apostles House

EIN 22-2482774 · Newark, NJ

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood83 out of 100GovernanceStrong90 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE MISSION OF THE APOSTLES' HOUSE (TAH) IS TO EMPOWER HOMELESS FAMILIES TO THRIVE AND SUCCEED BY PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE SOCIAL SERVICES TO UNHOUSED AND AT-RISK FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN NEWARK, NJ, AND SURROUNDING AREAS, IN AN ENVIRONMENT THAT ENCOURAGES AND ENABLES SELF-SUFFICIENCY. TO ACHIEVE THIS MISSION, TAH FOCUSES ON: PROVIDING PROGRAMS AND SHELTER FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES AND A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES AND REFERRALS FOR ANYONE IN NEED, SUCH AS CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, REFERRALS TO ORGANIZATIONS THAT FACILITATE CONTINUITY OF CASE MANAGEMENT, AFTERCARE SERVICES, AND OTHER SOCIAL SERVICES THAT ADVANCE THE MISSION.

Income
$3.2 million
Spending
$2.7 million
Spent on programs
83%
Reserves
6 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 83%
Employees
94
Volunteers
8
Highest pay
$129,220, executive director

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: 83 out of 100. Higher than 71% of charities in its peer group (housing, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 37% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 14% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 8% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    83% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 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: 90 out of 100. Higher than 51% of charities in its peer group (housing, $1m to $10m).

  • 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

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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 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)
  1. $1.2 million spent. FAMILY EMPOWERMENT: IN A NURTURING, HOMELIKE SETTING, THIS RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM HELPS CLIENT FAMILIES CHANGE THEIR LIVES AND BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY. TAH'S PROPRIETARY PHASES TO SUCCESS STRATEGY GUIDES EACH RESIDENT THROUGH FOUR PROGRESSIVE STAGES TOWARD SELF-RELIANCE AND RECOGNIZES MASTERY OF EACH STAGE: INDIVIDUALIZED STABILIZATION PLAN, JOB READINESS TRAINING, SELF-CARE AND PERSONAL AWARENESS, AND TRANSITION TO INDEPENDENT LIVING. REQUIRED CASE MANAGEMENT AND COUNSELING, COUPLED WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, CULTIVATE CONFIDENCE, RESILIENCE AND STABILITY. THE 24/7 STAFFING ENSURES SAFETY AND SECURITY FOR ALL RESIDENTS. IN 2024, FAMILY EMPOWERMENT ASSISTED 411 INDIVIDUALS ON THEIR JOURNEY TO PERMANENT HOUSING AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY. INDIVIDUALS ON THEIR JOURNEY TO PERMANENT HOUSING AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY.
  2. $687,563 spent. TAH FOOD PANTRY: THE RECENTLY RENOVATED PANTRY SUPPLIES NUTRITIOUS FOOD AND HOUSEHOLD STAPLES TO 160+ COMMUNITY MEMBERS EACH WEEK. OPERATED BY TAH STAFF AND COMMITTED VOLUNTEERS, PATRONS RECEIVE ENOUGH MEAT, MILK, CEREAL, EGGS, RICE, FRESH PRODUCE AND PACKAGED GOODS TO PREPARE THREE MEALS EACH DAY FOR A WEEK. SUPPLIES FOR BABY CARE, FEMININE HYGIENE AND OTHER NECESSITIES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE. OPEN THREE DAYS A WEEK, PATRONS MAY VISIT AS OFTEN AS NEEDED WITHOUT REFERRAL, BUT ARE REQUIRED TO SHOW A VALID ID. THIS PROGRAM, A CRUCIAL RESOURCE TO MANY IN THE NEWARK AREA, RECEIVES DONATIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF NJ AND MEND, AS WELL AS INDIVIDUALS, SCHOOLS AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS. IN 2024, MORE THAN 8300 VISITS WERE MADE TO THE FOOD PANTRY.
  3. $383,934 spent. TAH PARENT AIDE PROGRAM: THIS PROGRAM, WHICH HAS BEEN IN PLACE FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS, EMPOWERS FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN THAT ARE AT-RISK OF ABUSE OR NEGLECT TO OVERCOME THEIR DIFFICULTIES AND PROVIDE A STABLE HOME. THE PROGRAM PARTNERS WITH AND RECEIVES REFERRALS FROM NJ DCP&P. WITH THE GOAL TO STABILIZE AND SUSTAIN THE FAMILY, PARENT AIDE CASE MANAGERS MAKE REGULAR VISITS TO THE HOMES TO ASSESS LIVING CONDITIONS, DISCUSS GOALS FOR BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN, TEACH PARENTING SKILLS, PROVIDE LINKS TO FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, INSURANCE, MEDICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH CARE, AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE REMEDIATION. THEY ASSURE THAT THE FAMILY HAS FOOD AND THAT THE CHILDREN ARE ATTENDING SCHOOL. MONTHLY FOLLOW-UP VISITS ARE PROVIDED BY DCP&P AFTER A FAMILY'S CASE HAS BEEN CLOSED.
  4. Be The Key Program: This program is designed to equip clients with essential job training skills to help ensure personal growth and stability. Clients must apply, and those accepted attend a 6-8 week course at TAH, covering topics such as time management, personality assessments, resume writing, interviewing, budgeting and emotional intelligence. Upon completion, clients generally enroll in one of seven certificate courses in fields including security services, health care, child care, and cosmetology, with all fees being covered by donations to TAH. By giving program participants new-found skills, knowledge, and confidence, the goal is for graduates to leave TAH with the prospect of meaningful employment at competitive wages so that they can be financially independent going forward. Rapid Rehousing/Homeless Prevention: TAH is a managing agency of the Rapid Rehousing Program which is financed and overseen by the city of Newark. The goal of the program is to help families or individuals who are homeless or living in unstable housing situations to quickly relocate to permanent, secure housing. Eligible applicants receive financial assistance for security deposits, first month's rent, and the utilities deposit. Payments are made directly to the landlord or utility company. Resources and services provided are tailored to each participant's needs. Ryan White HIV/Aids Program: The federally financed Ryan White HIV/Aids Program provides HIV care and treatment services to low-income people with HIV who are uninsured or underserved. The City of Newark, a designated provider under this program, is funded to provide medical and support services to these individuals. TAH, a participating service provider to the City of Newark, furnishes non-medical case management services, housing, monthly food vouchers, support services, and emergency financial assistance to this HIV community. To date, TAH has served more than 100 people living with HIV.

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

  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 October 13, 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 December 2024.

    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 December 1985.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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