Aurora African American Health Coalition
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Organizations mission is to eliminate health care disparities in Aurora African American community by using a holistic approach ( promoting physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health). Each year in partnership with other community agencies, we host a free health fair.
- Income
- $737,774
- Spending
- $763,060
- Spent on programs
- 94%
- Reserves
- 0.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 97%
- Employees
- 0
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: 62 out of 100. Higher than 28% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 3% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 73% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1593% 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: 68 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 2512 of 12 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (5)
- $279,568 spent. Birth The BIRTH Project (Building Inclusive Reproductive and Transformative Health) is a maternal and infant health initiative designed to reduce disparities impacting Black mothers and families. Through education, healthcare navigation, community partnerships, doula and community health worker support, and the distribution of essential baby supplies, the project helps families access the resources they need for healthier pregnancies, safer births, and stronger starts for their children.
- $161,930 spent. Man Alive The MAN ALIVE Program is a mens mental health and suicide prevention initiative dedicated to improving the health and well-being of men, particularly Black men and men over age 50. Through culturally responsive education, peer support networks, community health worker training, suicide prevention efforts, and connections to mental health services, MAN ALIVE empowers men to prioritize their mental health, build meaningful support systems, and access the resources needed to thrive. The program is creating stronger, healthier, and more connected communities by reducing stigma and increasing access to lifesaving support.
- $111,297 spent. The Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure Patient Navigation Grant (AWARE) A program administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health,we assist individuals in navigating the breast cancer care continuum. The grant is part of the broader Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure initiative, which funds breast cancer awareness, education, and support services in Illinois. Community health workers work closely with our local hospitals, clinics and cancer resource centers and our team will work with coordinating communications and building rapport amongst clients and healthcare systems. We utilize our partnerships with healthcare providers, clinics, hospitals, and community organizations to facilitate access to healthcare services, coordinate care, and address social determinants of health. We collaborate with faith-based organizations, community leaders, and grassroots initiatives to enhance outreach, build trust, and leverage existing networks for community engagement
- $105,329 spent. Sleep - Utilized the State of Illinois messaging campaign to promote consistent and inclusive safe sleep messaging. Increased awareness about infant safe sleep practices and provide risk reduction education and training for parents, caregivers, and early childhood professionals. Provided trainings/education including , but not limited to, maternal stress, breastfeeding promotion, smoking cessation and sleep environments. Identify social determinants of health and other barriers to safe sleep practices amongst families in the community, and adopt culturally relevant resources/approaches to address these barriers (e.g., cribs, pack-n-plays, co-sleepers, sleep sacks).Employed risk reduction approaches that will acknowledge families existing practices and provide additional opportunities to improve sleep environment and other safe sleep practices. Understood and identified stressors that may have contributed to unsafe sleep practices
- $55,243 spent. THRIVE: Targeted Health Resources, Improved Visibility and Education for Maternal and Infant. This maternity program is a part of the Blue Cross Blue Shields Health initiaves program and assists clients in managing their pregnancy and preparing for childbirth. The program includes pregnancy risk factor identification, ongoing communication and monitoring, educational materials on pregnancy and infant care topics, a culturally appropriate speaker series, resources to support families in need, and a community baby shower. Clients are assigned Community Health Workers who assist in providing resources. Program benefits: Education: Information on pregnancy, infant care, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices. Risk Factor Education: Information on health disparities impacting Black Maternal Health. Monitoring: Ongoing communication and monitoring with program staff. Resources: Access to community resources and items to help alleviate financial strains.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 2012.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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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