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Food for His Children

EIN 27-3242500 · Harris, MN

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair50 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Food for His children equips and emplowers people who are living in extreme poverty in rural Tanzania, Africa so that they can provide for their familiys basic needs including food, education, medical and a healthy home and become all Good created them to be.

Income
$434,097
Spending
$577,095
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
2.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 99%
Employees
2
Volunteers
21
Highest pay
$58,000, board chair/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

Fair: 50 out of 100. Higher than 12% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 33% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 10% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 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

Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 79% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 8 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 (1)
  1. $505,918 spent. In 2025, Food for His Children served 708 households (5,006 individuals) across 14 project sites in Karatu, Tanzania through an integrated model of livestock development, agriculture, entrepreneurship, health, and faith-based community support. Household Stability & Case Management: FFHC conducted 6,273 home visits and facilitated 3,894 participant meetings, resulting in 880 household goals achieved. A total of 506 households progressed in meeting Healthy Home standards, Livelihoods (Livestock & Agriculture): FFHC distributed 220 goats to 87 families, with 947 goat births recorded and 162 goats sold by families, generating income for school fees, food, and medical care. Livestock care included ongoing veterinary support and household training. In agriculture, through climate-smart agriculture, FFHC conducted 1,478 farm visits, providing hands-on training and support to families. Farmer Motivators received seeds and inputs to model best practices, helping extend these techniques throughout their communities. Economic Empowerment: Through savings groups and business training, 341 participants actively saved and accessed loans, with total savings and loan circulation reaching TZS 128,854,600 (approx $50,000) creating stability and opportunity for the future. Street Business School programming resulted in 51 new businesses and ongoing coaching through 196 household visits, increasing income-generating capacity. Health & Environment: Families accessed health insurance support and participated in training on hygiene, disease prevention, and environmental practices. Environmental education initiatives engaged local schools, contributing to improved community health awareness. Faith & Community Development: FFHC provided 1,250 pastoral care visits and facilitated Bible studies, seminars, and outreach activities reaching thousands of participants. These efforts resulted in 68 baptisms, strengthened family relationships through counseling, and supported spiritual growth and community cohesion. Farm & Innovation Center: The Farm & Innovation Center advanced sustainable agriculture through 28 vertical farming structures, year-round crop production, and soil health initiatives. The center trained 66 participants, hosted 101 visitors, and generated TZS 679,000 in revenue from agricultural sales, all reinvested into program operations to support long-term sustainability. Through this integrated approach, FFHC strengthened household resilience, increased income opportunities, improved health practices, and supported spiritual and community development for families living in extreme poverty.

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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since August 2011.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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