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Unity Collaborative Inc

EIN 33-2362733 · Southfield, MI

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceWeak35 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To foster change by educating, advocating and collaborating with workplaces, government agencies and communities to help promote cultures of inclusion, equity and belonging within these groups.

Income
$0
Spending
$0
Employees
0
Highest pay
$74,125, 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

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 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 35 out of 100. Higher than 9% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    0 of 25

    0 of 0 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • 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 (3)
  1. $57,245 spent. The 2025 National Black Men in Leadership (NBMLS) Conference was hosted by The Unity Collaborative. This event is a regioanl and national leadership conference centered on empowering, educating and connecting Black men in diverse fields such as business, education and entrepreneurship. The conference includes keynote speakers and panels, interactive workshops and networking events. These forums focus on building wealth, navigating professional challenges and supporting mental well-being.
  2. $2,882 spent. The Unity Collaborative hosts the annual Youth Leadership Summit, designed for students in grades 6-12. The focus is development of leadership skills, career exploration and community engagement. Interactive workshops focus on emotional intelligence, teamwork, civic engagement, problem solving and career fair opportunites. The summit is held annually. The event's participation is typically organized through local school districts, as coordination of student groups, transportation and chaperones are required.
  3. $5,923 spent. The Unity Collaborative hosts the annual Women in Leadership Summit (WILS). This event is designed to support women of all ages of their professional journeys. The summit features expert panels, keynote presentations and networking opportunities centered on authentic leadership and workplace equity. The event creates a space for women to connect and gain pratical tools needed for career growth, leadership challenges and personal development with confidence and clarity.

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 September 2025.

    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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