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Edens Rose Foundation

EIN 26-3807697 · Albany, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceGood84 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Edens Rose Foundation advances health equity, housing stability, youth development, and environmental sustainability through community-driven programs. We increase access to nutritious food by distributing over 250,000 pounds of free produce annually, provide dignified housing and urban revitalization through rehabilitation of vacant properties, mentor youth in bike mechanics and environmental stewardship, and strengthen food security by developing organic gardens, micro-farms, and sustainable agriculture training programs. Our work empowers families, reduces insecurities, and builds healthier, more resilient communities.

Income
$715,532
Spending
$694,820
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
6.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 72%
Employees
10
Volunteers
7
Highest pay
$49,452, executive director

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

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 76% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes -7% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 3% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 131% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

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

Governance

Good: 84 out of 100. Higher than 72% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 4 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

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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, 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. $3,528 spent. The Produce Pick-Up Project distributed approximately 250,000 pounds of free fresh fruits and vegetables through twice-weekly, year-round community food distributions. Led by community members, the program increased access to nutritious food and reduced barriers to healthy eating for hundreds of families. This initiative advanced health equity by ensuring underserved households had consistent access to fresh, high-quality produce.
  2. $401,021 spent. The Home Again Program rehabilitated vacant and dilapidated properties to provide safe, dignified housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. By restoring abandoned structures, the program addressed urgent housing needs while reducing neighborhood blight. This effort strengthened community stability and supported environmental sustainability through adaptive reuse and revitalization.
  3. $62,700 spent. Through WheelsUp Youth Mentorship, young people learned bike maintenance, mechanical skills, and eco-trail riding while earning refurbished bicycles in exchange for community service. The Albany Victory Gardens and Urban Farmers Training Program expanded green spaces and strengthened the local organic food system through agricultural training and subsistence gardening. Together, these initiatives empowered youth and families with life skills, environmental awareness, and the ability to grow and sustain their own food sources.
  4. $123,620 spent. Through Albany Victory Gardens, CUSP, Emergency Relief Aid, NRCS partnerships, and Seva initiatives, we strengthened local food systems, expanded green spaces, and provided direct support to families in crisis. These programs promoted soil building, composting, micro-farming, and environmental stewardship while also delivering timely emergency assistance to vulnerable households. Together, these efforts advanced community self-sufficiency, sustainability, and resilience by combining food access, environmental education, and rapid relief support.

Source: Form 990 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 July 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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