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An-Nisa Hope Center

EIN 27-0621815 · Houston, TX

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

To assist families in crisis and to bring awareness to issues affecting the community. An Nisa provides assistance to help clients become self sufficient. Some services provided are case management, counseling, education classes, assistance with job training, provide food and basics to survive and much more

Income
$2.1 million
Spending
$1.7 million
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
8.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 75%
Employees
30
Volunteers
150

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 83% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 8.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 20% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 29% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 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 44% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 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 (3)
  1. $1.3 million spent. In 2025, An Nisa has added programs and structured them to help individuals and families stabilize more quickly. Here are some of our program service accomplishments. Launched our community food pantry serving program participants and the broader community Delivered 35 educational workshops, impacting 1,600+ individuals Facilitated 240 Roadmap sessions for individuals and couples with a success rate of 98%. Expanded services to Detroit, Michigan, increasing access to education and prevention programs Domestic Violence Self-Sufficiency & Mental Health Services An-Nisa Hope Center provides comprehensive, trauma-informed services to survivors of domestic violence and their families, with a focus on safety, stabilization, and long-term self-sufficiency. Services include crisis intervention, individualized case management, housing and basic needs assistance, advocacy, and referrals to wraparound services. The program also delivers culturally competent mental health care for adults and children, including counseling, trauma-informed therapy, support groups, social and life skills development, and neurofeedback therapy. These services support emotional healing, reduce the impact of trauma, and help break cycles of abuse within families. Program Service Accomplishments: Served 551 domestic violence clients through case management and advocacy Provided 563 counseling clients with mental health services Delivered 5,638 counseling sessions and 1,568 neurofeedback sessions Offered housing support, safety planning, and essential needs assistance for survivors and their children Connected clients to 25+ wraparound services to promote long-term stability
  2. $48,008 spent. Community Education, Food Security & Relationship Development An-Nisa Hope Center provides prevention-based education, food assistance, and relationship development programming to strengthen individuals, families, and communities. In 2025, the organization launched a community food pantry to address food insecurity among families who lack sufficient access to benefits. The program also includes workshops and social-emotional learning initiatives focused on self-awareness, child safety, emotional development, and healthy relationships. A core component is the Roadmap to a Successful Relationship program, which provides structured guidance to individuals and couples to improve communication, establish boundaries, and build healthy family systems. Additionally, An-Nisa expanded its services to Detroit, Michigan, increasing access to education and relationship programs in underserved communities.
  3. $32,485 spent. WATER WELL In 2025, An-Nisas CommuniTeam branch continued its mission of providing clean and accessible water to international communities in need. You have helped us fund the construction of 12 water wells across five countries, totaling $32485.00 in donations. These wells serve as a vital resource for families, improving health conditions, reducing water scarcity, and empowering communities with sustainable access to clean water.

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 February 2010.

    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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