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Genesis Joy House Homeless Shelter Inc

EIN 27-4421437 · Warner Robins, GA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To improve quality of life for homeless female veterans with many proven programs that break the cycle, creating self-sufficiency and accountability.

Income
$587,394
Spending
$569,496
Spent on programs
71%
Reserves
4.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
12
Volunteers
85
Highest pay
$11,000, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (housing, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% 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 172% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    71% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 72% of charities in its peer group (housing, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 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, 2024, 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. $275,472 spent. Genesis Joy House Homeless Shelter operates as the only full-service transitional housing facility exclusively for unhoused female veterans in the state of Georgia. The program offers secure, 24-hour housing services supported by trained Shelter Assistants who provide continuous care and oversight. This ensures participant safety and promotes stability during their transition period. The shelter serves an average of 25 women annually, offering them a structured, supportive environment that fosters independence and growth. These women graduate to transition into permanent housing. We provided transitional housing and comprehensive support services to 25 female veterans in 2024; Ensured 24/7 staff coverage through dedicated Shelter Assistants, improving participant safety and compliance with program guidelines; Maintained a safe, secure facility through surveillance and trained personnel.
  2. $48,612 spent. As part of the path to independence, Genesis Joy House equips participants with financial literacy education tailored to women re-entering stable housing. Each participant follows a structured savings plan designed to help them accumulate funds for their own living space after graduation from the program. The curriculum includes budgeting, credit repair, banking basics, and long-term financial planning. We Implemented individualized savings plans for 100% of residents; Conducted 55 financial literacy workshops;Supported participants in saving for post-shelter housing.
  3. $81,022 spent. Understanding that long-term recovery requires more than shelter, Genesis offers holistic wellness services including physical health education, mental health support, emotional counseling, and life skills development. This approach supports the whole person; physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually; helping participants rebuild their lives and avoid recidivism. Life skills training includes conflict resolution, nutrition, wellness, time management, and job readiness. We delivered over 60 life skills and health workshops in 2024;Partnered with 25 community organizations to provide healthcare screenings, wellness classes, and counseling; Achieved a 90% graduation rate from the program with participants securing employment or stable housing.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 2024.

    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 April 2012.

    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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