Hope of Utah
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Hope of Utah exists to strengthen and uplift underserved communities by equipping principled leaders with the tools, structure, and support necessary to build sustainable, compliant nonprofit organizations. We believe in the enduring promise of America that despite its imperfections, it remains one of the greatest forces for opportunity, service, and human dignity. Our work is grounded in moral clarity, personal responsibility, and a commitment to serving others with compassion. Our aim is to foster organizations that radiate hope, restore dignity, and create lasting impact within the communities they serve.
- Income
- $140,400
- Spending
- $72,935
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $9,000, vice chair
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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)
- $11,000 spent. We provided communications and operational support to coalition partners by assisting organizations with website development, video production, branding, and public outreach materials. The organization also supported numerous partner-led community activities and events throughout the year to help increase awareness, engagement, and long-term sustainability.
- $7,000 spent. Nonprofit development and organizational support by helping more than 10 new organizations successfully launch and obtain nonprofit status. Assistance included guidance with mission and vision development, board structure, bylaws, organizational planning, and navigating the nonprofit formation process.
- $49,000 spent. Strengthening and supporting nonprofit organizations within our coalition and affiliate network through direct financial assistance to partner organizations, helping expand community services, outreach efforts, and operational capacity.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 October 2024.
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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