Expand Leadership Initiative
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Expand Leadership Initiative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to increasing access to personal and professional development for women entrepreneurs. We provide scholarships, host monthly events, and a bi-annual 2-day women's business conference that support women in building impact-driven businesses, expanding their leadership, and creating lasting positive change.
- Income
- $112,263
- Spending
- $40,897
- Reserves
- 20.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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)
- $47,469 spent. The organization produces FEMPIRE, a large-scale women's business summit designed to provide education, community, and resources for women entrepreneurs and business owners. The event features expert speakers, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and experiential sessions focused on business growth and leadership development. Scholarships are provided to increase accessibility for women who would not otherwise be able to attend.
- $50 spent. Expand Leadership Initiative provides scholarships that enable women entrepreneurs to attend transformational events, workshops, and experiences that support their personal and professional growth. The organization uses an application and selection process to allocate funds to individuals who demonstrate both need and alignment with the organizations mission.
- $150 spent. The organization hosts ongoing community-based programming, including workshops, networking events, and educational experiences designed to support women entrepreneurs in building connections, developing skills, and expanding their businesses. These events are designed to foster community, collaboration, and long-term support among participants.
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 March 2025.
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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