Turning Point Lansing
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Turning Point Lansing seeks to transform Boys to Men by providing a Afrocentric group mentoring experience that gives young males an opportunity to explore life's Challenges all while developing strategies for success in their lives, School, and communities.
- Income
- $233,839
- Spending
- $223,078
- Spent on programs
- 92%
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 51%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 42
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: 64 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.0 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 1592% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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
Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (3)
- $34,938 spent. The program delivered structured, biweekly instructional sessions designed to promote positive youth development, leadership capacity, and pro-social decision-making among participating young men. Program activities were grounded in the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa (Nguzo Saba), which served as an evidence-informed cultural framework to support behavioral change, personal accountability, and community engagement. The curriculum focused on Umoja (Unity) to strengthen peer relationships and community cohesion; Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) to enhance goal-setting, self-advocacy, and personal responsibility; Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) to reinforce teamwork and shared accountability; Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics) to build financial awareness and economic cooperation; Nia (Purpose) to support career exploration and long-term planning; Kuumba (Creativity) to encourage problem-solving and constructive self-expression; and Imani (Faith) to foster resilience, ethical decision-making, and confidence in future success. Through participation, youth demonstrated increased engagement, improved self-efficacy, and measurable progress toward individual development goals aligned with program objectives.
- $36,000 spent. Parent Engagement Program Program Structure The Parent Engagement Group will convene on the fourth Sunday of each month for a total of eight (8) structured sessions per program cycle. Sessions will utilize an evidence-informed curriculum focused on positive parenting practices, youth development, and family engagement. Parental Skill Development 80% of participating parents/caregivers will complete all eight sessions. Pre- and post-program assessments will demonstrate a measurable increase in parental knowledge and skills, including effective communication, consistency, and positive behavior management. 75% of parents will demonstrate improved understanding of the distinction between punishment and discipline, as measured through session evaluations and applied practice discussions. Parents will report increased confidence in supporting their young mens social, emotional, and behavioral development. Youth and Community Outcomes 80% of parents will report observable improvements in their young mens behavior, accountability, and community engagement during and following program participation. Parent feedback will indicate increased alignment between home expectations and program mentoring goals. Digital Resource Center Development A digital resource center will be developed and maintained to provide parents with access to a centralized listing of tri-county area services, including youth development, mental health, employment, educational, and family support resources. The resource center will include a minimum of 15 verified community service providers, reviewed and updated quarterly. 75% of participating parents will access the digital resource center during the program cycle. Parents will report increased awareness of available community supports and improved ability to connect with services aligned with their parenting objectives and desired family outcomes. Evaluation and Continuous Improvement Participant attendance, surveys, and facilitator observations will be tracked to monitor engagement and effectiveness. Evaluation findings will be reviewed regularly to inform program refinements and ensure alignment with stated objectives and funder requirements.
- $16,000 spent. The program incorporates ongoing professional development and training for mentors to ensure service delivery remains responsive to the evolving needs of the community and the youth served. Continuous training strengthens mentors cultural competency, communication skills, and trauma-informed engagement strategies, directly supporting program fidelity and effectiveness. Maintaining consistent, meaningful connections with participating young men is a core program objective and a critical driver of successful outcomes. Mentors are trained to establish and sustain open channels of communicationboth verbal and nonverbalto foster trust, increase youth engagement, and encourage honest dialogue. This approach supports participants in identifying personal barriers and challenges, increasing receptivity to guidance, and exploring constructive alternatives and available support options. As a result, participants demonstrate improved communication skills, greater willingness to seek support, and enhanced capacity to assess choices and make informed decisions aligned with their individual development goals.
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
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 November 6, 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 June 2025.
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 February 2009.
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 November 4, 2026.
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