Soulfill Music Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The SoulFill Music Foundation is a non-profit organization created to produce musical programs and initiatives that provide spiritual nourishment to people of all cultures, faiths and socioeconomic backgrounds. Through enriching concerts, community outreach programs, and collaborative productions, the SoulFill Music Foundation enacts musical diplomacy to unite individuals, communities and religious organizations.
- Income
- $525,630
- Spending
- $288,399
- Spent on programs
- 75%
- Reserves
- 9.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 59%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 1,000
- Highest pay
- $17,089, secretary
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
Strong: 92 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 9.9 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 45% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 1575% 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
Good: 71 out of 100. Higher than 47% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 256 of 7 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a 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.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 (2)
- $201,044 spent. The "Joy to the World" Sacred Music Tour is the primary program of the SoulFill Music Foundation, designed to promote spiritual well-being and community cohesion through the performance of Christ-centered sacred music. The tour serves as a multi-city religious and cultural outreach initiative, delivering high-caliber musical performances that emphasize themes of faith, family, and reverence. ?The programs positive impact and key accomplishments include: ?Religious & Cultural Education: Performed for diverse audiences across 13 cities, utilizing professional narration, sacred carols, and scripture-based scripts to provide a transformative spiritual experience and celebrate the religious origins of the holiday season. ?Community Engagement & Collaboration: Partnered with local choral groups, youth ballet companies, and Irish Dancers in each tour stop, providing professional mentorship and performance opportunities for over 1,200 local student and community artists. ?Philanthropic Support: Directly supported the "Light the World" initiative and other local charitable efforts by raising awareness and directing resources toward humanitarian needs. A portion of the tours visibility is dedicated to encouraging audience participation in community service and global giving platforms. Over 25 charities were provided specific discount codes to share with their communities and $5,000+ were given back to high school choirs via an affiliate code program tied to ticket sales. ?Promotion of Family Unity: Focused on the "Family Four" musical ensemble to model family-centric values and intergenerational collaboration, fostering a positive social environment for attendees of all ages. Over 15,000 patrons including families, veterans and underserved communities were able to attend. Over 3,700 seats were subsidized and sold at $15 a piece and every $15 ticket was purchased, telling us families want wholesome content that everyone can enjoy.
- $13,851 spent. Program Description: The 2025 Summer Performance Workshop provided high-intensity musical instruction and spiritual enrichment to 107 participants, representing an 8% increase in attendance from the previous year. The program offered specialized training for multiple instruments led by three conservatory-trained instructors. Key Accomplishments & Impact: Technical & Artistic Rigor: Delivered 31 private lessons, 18 song-specific workshops, three educational seminars, and a master class, focusing on technical mastery and the intersection of faith and music. All workshops were offered at a subsidized rate of $35/class compared to the $500-$1,000 per class that would be typical of a conservatory-level summer music festival. Scholarship Program: Awarded four needs-based scholarships to participants who would otherwise lack the financial means to attend, directly funded by donor contributions. Personalized Mentorship: Facilitated a unique learning environment where students reported significant growth in both musical skills and spiritual connection, fostering a community of young artists dedicated to sharing their talents
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 November 6, 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 April 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 November 4, 2026.
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