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Action Wellness

EIN 23-2446355 · Philadelphia, PA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair54 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Action Wellness enhances the lives of persons with HIV and those at high risk of acquiring HIV by providing a range of trauma-informed social services to support our clients' physical, emotional and economic well being.

Income
$17.9 million
Spending
$17.3 million
Spent on programs
92%
Reserves
0.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 55%
Employees
116
Volunteers
315
Highest pay
$158,991, 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: 54 out of 100. Higher than 23% of charities in its peer group (diseases, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 69% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    92% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (diseases, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 10 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

    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. $12.8 million spent. Medical Case Management: Action Wellness provides comprehensive medical case management services. Case managers possess expertise in social work and behavioral health. Services include individualized assessment and care coordination, linkage to medical care, housing, behavioral health services, and entitlement programs and advocacy. The program ensures that clients receive appropriate and continuous access to quality medical care, supportive services, and vital benefits. Fee-for-Service and the 340B Pharmacy Program: Action Wellness' Fee-for-Service (FFS) program leverages Medicaid billing to sustain and expand essential services, such as medical case management, by billing Medicaid for eligible activities. The program ensures that clients receive comprehensive, person-centered care while strengthening the organization's financial sustainability. In addition, Action Wellness' 340B Pharmacy Program plays a critical role in supporting both client care and organizational capacity. Through participation in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program, the agency partners with pharmacies to generate savings from eligible prescriptions. These resources are reinvested directly into programs and services that benefit clients. Perinatal Support: THE PERINATAL PROGRAM PROVIDES SERVICES TO PREGNANT INDIVIDUALS LIVING WITH HIV OR SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER. STAFF ARE TRAINED TO ADDRESS THE SPECIFIC NEEDS OF THIS POPULATION. Prison Outreach Programs: The Linkage and Engagement After Prison Program serves individuals diagnosed with opioid use disorder who are currently incarcerated in or recently released from the Philadelphia Department of Prisons (PDP). The Philadelphia Linkage Program serves individuals living with HIV who are currently incarcerated or recently released from PDP.
  2. $2.7 million spent. HOUSING PROGRAMS: Action Wellness provides housing counseling and rental assistance to individuals living with HIV to help them secure safe and affordable housing. Casa Nueva Vida is a project-based housing program located in North Philadelphia.
  3. $339,013 spent. Volunteer Services: Action Wellness engages approximately 200 active volunteers who support program operations, including Immediate Seating, Dining Out for Life, other community events, and the Buddy Program. The Buddy Program provides companionship and practical assistance to agency clients enrolled in medical case management services. The Immediate Seating program provides complimentary tickets to cultural and recreational events through partnerships with local organizations that donate tickets for agency clients.
  4. $35,580 spent. special Initiatives and advocacy
  5. Special Initiatives and Advocacy: Action Wellness participates in special initiatives and advocacy efforts that support access to medical care, reduce barriers to services, and improve outcomes for individuals living with or at risk of acquiring HIV.

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 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 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 July 1987.

    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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