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Angels for Angels

EIN 27-5180670 · Seattle, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood74 out of 100GovernanceFair51 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Angels for Angels helps community leaders create locally-led and sustainable social projects. We provide funding, consulting, mentorship & fiscal sponsorship to new nonprofit leaders that are looking to start and scale their impact.

Income
$2.1 million
Spending
$2.3 million
Spent on programs
89%
Reserves
4.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 97%
Employees
4
Volunteers
4
Highest pay
$75,270, ceo

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

Good: 74 out of 100. Higher than 51% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 7% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    89% 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

Fair: 51 out of 100. Higher than 7% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • 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 (4)
  1. $1.1 million spent. Moving Worlds operates a global platform that convenes partners from all sectors to build a more equitable, just, and sustainable economy by empowering social enterprises, and the people working with and within them. Social entrepreneurs exist to make the world better, and MovingWorlds helps provide social entrepreneurs support, know-how, and connections needed to overcome any challenge.
  2. $613,814 spent. In addition to the highlighted projects listed below, Angels for Angels has 34 other domestic & worldwide projects. These projects are led by local community leaders, and they sustainably impact marginalized communities all around the world. From empowering disabled communities in the USA and India, to mentoring children and teaching them life skills in the USA, India, and East Africa, to improving the lives of local homeless populations, Angels for Angels is making a difference throughout the world.
  3. $223,200 spent. Reciprocal Studio is a venture studio dedicated to unlocking the potential of environmental innovation in Latin America and the Caribbean, enabling just, regenerative, and resilient development in the region. Therefore, the Project furthers the Sponsors exempt purpose for the following reasons: advancement of education or science and combating community deterioration.
  4. $150,219 spent. Spotlight Peru successfully expanded its bilingual immersive musical-theatre program, reaching students across multiple regions of Peru. Through engaging performances and interactive workshops, Spotlight Peru empowers young people to develop English-language fluency, enhance their creativity, and build essential skills for the future. The program not only fostered confidence in its participants but also creates a vibrant community of learners who are now better equipped to access new educational and professional opportunities. By turning English from a barrier into a bridge, Spotlight Peru continues to unlock new pathways for success in Latin America.

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 March 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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