New Hope Academy of Change
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- Only 22% of its spending went to programs.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
None
- Income
- $1.3 million
- Spending
- $1.3 million
- Spent on programs
- 22%
- Reserves
- 0.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 50
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
Weak: 38 out of 100. Higher than 12% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.2 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.
Spending floor
0 of 1522% 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
Weak: 32 out of 100. Higher than 2% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
5 of 252 of 9 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no 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
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (3)
- $292,000 spent. Peacebuilding programs increase knowledge and understanding of conflict, as well as preferred methods of self-control and conflict resolution. NHAC helps youth develop core life skills to successfully manage school, work, outside interests, and social relationships. MHAC staff also provide counseling sessions for Social-Emotional, Trauma-informed Care, Conflict resolution, and anti-bullying for safe play in sports. The Peace Building program allows participants to engage in role-playing activities, group discussions, and other interactive activities to reinforce their learning.
- College Planning/ Career Exploration: This increases the graduation rate by encouraging students in grades 5 and above to attend college/university after graduation. NHAC provides information about the importance of preparing for college. A-G Requirements, necessary coursework, and tests, the program supports students in staying on track for high school graduation and pursuing post-secondary education. NHAC also provides students with information about financial assistance including scholarships(academic and athletic) and gramts.NHAC also provides students with information about financial assistance, including scholarships(academic and athletic) and grants.NHAC provides opportunities for career exploration, job shadowing, mentoring, resume writing/portfolios, and the interview process (mock interviews )
- Parent Education/ Engagement: The NHAC Parent Education program provides families with training sessions and workshops that increase their knowledge, skills, and resources to improve communication among parents, students, and schools. The program focuses on building a supportive community and provides education on effective communication, positive discipline, child development, resilience, navigating the educational system, and building community relationships. Parent and school site staff collaborate to develop an effective Parenting Engagement Plan for the school, outlining goals, action steps, and strategies to implement positive change in the school community and ultimately increase student achievement.
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
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 December 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 August 2013.
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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