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Hope Abounds Inc

EIN 27-1858542 · Wilmington, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak39 out of 100GovernanceGood79 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of Hope Abounds is to provide compassionate, no-cost support, resources, and education to cancer patients, their families, and caregivers. By empowering individuals through advocacy, collaboration, and tailored assistance, they are ensuring no one faces their cancer journey alone.

Income
$223,603
Spending
$255,989
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
2.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%
Employees
3
Volunteers
83
Highest pay
$60,000, 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

Weak: 39 out of 100. Higher than 14% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 60% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 14% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 25% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 9 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: 79 out of 100. Higher than 68% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    9 of 9 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no 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

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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.

  • 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. $79,164 spent. Educational Programs: Hope Abounds Cancer Network continues its partnership with Storehouse Wellness, providing comprehensive wellness resources to patients and caregivers. Centered on the Four Pillarsnourishment, physical fitness, mental wellness, and financial healththis collaboration offers access to expert-led programs designed to support quality of life during and after treatment.In 2025, Hope Abounds expanded its education programming to include Rooted Resilience:Navigating Cancer Through Whole Body Support and Rooted Resilience Retreats. Theseprograms were developed in direct response to the ongoing impact of delayed screenings and treatment interruptions following COVID-19. Many patients continue to face barriers to timely medical care, resulting in more advanced diagnoses and increased physical and emotional distress. Rooted Resilience provides structured education, navigation, and whole-person support to help patients better understand their diagnosis, manage treatment, and re-engage with critical medical appointments and screenings.Additionally, Hope Abounds continues to provide professional and community education.Building on prior success, we remain committed to offering programs that inform and empower both patients and healthcare professionals on topics such as genetic testing, early detection, and proactive health management.
  2. $104,524 spent. Patient Advocacy: In 2025, cancer diagnoses remain elevated, with many patients still experiencing the long-term effects of delayed care during the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant number of individuals are presenting with late-stage or metastatic disease, requiring more complex and immediate intervention.Economic challenges continue to compound these issues. Many patients face difficulty meeting basic household needs, with increasing rates of food insecurity and housing instability. Hope Abounds is onboarding an average of 40 to 50 new patients per month, serving approximately 600 individuals annually, with an estimated 10% experiencing severe financial hardship.Hope Abounds remains committed to advocating on behalf of patients at the community, state, and national levels. Through strategic partnerships and funding relationships, we work to secure temporary financial assistance and essential resources to stabilize patients during treatment.
  3. $42,462 spent. Medical Navigation: To meet the complex and evolving needs of cancer patients, Hope Abounds continues to provide comprehensive medical navigation services. Through partnerships with Storehouse Wellness and Synergy Homecare, patients receive personalized guidance, education, and in-home supportregardless of where they are in their cancer journey.In 2025, medical navigation has become increasingly critical as patients work to re-establish consistent care following earlier disruptions. Our team assists patients in overcoming barriers to accessing timely screenings, appointments, and treatment adherence, ensuring better coordination with their healthcare providers.Additionally, our collaboration with Lower Cape Fear Lifecare continues to provide palliative care services for patients with stage III and IV diagnoses. This partnership ensures that patients receive coordinated, in-home medical support aligned with their oncology teams, improving both quality of life and continuity of care.

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 October 13, 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 March 2011.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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