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Agape Project International USA

EIN 26-2059176 · Encinitas, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong90 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

API USA supports communities in Kenya and East Africa by empowering local leaders facilitating healthcare services integrating evangelistic outreach and assisting in church construction. Programs enhance leadership skills among pastors establish healthcare systems in rural Kenya and foster church planting. Collaboration with local churches provides resources for constructing places of worship and community development.

Income
$132,833
Spending
$122,504
Reserves
7.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (international, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 7.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 8% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 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 (4)
  1. $90,099 spent. API USA is dedicated to empowering pastors and leaders in Kenya and East Africa through a range of vital services. This includes organizing conferences providing training sessions distributing educational materials hosting Zoom meetings offering counseling services and delivering theological training. In addition to these core services the program also actively supports church construction projects educational programs and provides crucial humanitarian aid to villages and refugee camps. By focusing on strengthening leadership skills promoting community development and addressing urgent needs in the region API USA aims to create sustainable positive change and empower local communities for a better future. Their holistic approach ensures a lasting impact and meaningful empowerment for individuals and communities in need.
  2. $18,798 spent. API USA aids Agape Care Net in Kenya by providing compassionate practical care Biblical guidance and resources on pregnancy sexual health integrity and pregnancy loss including abortion recovery. Agape Care Net offers complimentary pregnancy tests ultrasounds and STI STD screenings. API USA is dedicated to furthering preventive medicine and improving rural health care in Kenya by working with local medical professionals.
  3. $3,322 spent. Education - We support 51 orphans and vulnerable children with annual school fees paid directly to their respective schools in a program coordinated by one of our Associate Kenyan Pastors.
  4. $1,701 spent. Other Program Expenses: Childrens Ministry Benevolence. Our local Kenyan pastor conducts mini-Bible Schools or conferences for 100+ children several times a year. We also provide support for our Kenyan team leaders for their administrative and logistical services throughout the year. We provide benevolence support to our Kenyan team members and their families in times of great financial difficulty. We also provided 600+ water filters throughout the year to Kenyans in need.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 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 November 6, 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 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 June 2009.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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