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Cair-Texas Inc

EIN 37-1453067 · Houston, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood70 out of 100GovernanceGood82 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To enhance the understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice and empower American Muslims.

Income
$282,854
Spending
$394,399
Spent on programs
91%
Reserves
13.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
8
Volunteers
104

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

Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 39% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 13.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 11% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 39% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 37% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    91% 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: 82 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • 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. $228,471 spent. Protecting Civil Rights: Civil rights advocacy is at the heart of what CAIR does. CAIR protects civil rights of all Americans regardless of faith. Our Civil Rights Department attempts to resolve reports of discrimination through mediation, negotiation, or, if necessary, through legal action. In 2025 handled 269 civil rights cases including workplace discrimination, FBI abuses, travel restrictions and hate crimes. While focusing primarily on American Muslims, we have established a reputation as an advocate for any group or individual whose civil rights are in jeopardy and for partnering with local minority and legal aid organizations. We work with many partners to provide programs and legal services to the Muslim Community. We helped clients achieve independence, security and full participation in American
  2. $92,397 spent. CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: CAIR- HOUSTON works with Muslim youth and young adults in becoming progressive members of society through community service and active engagement. The WE CAIR initiative reaches out to the community every month with volunteer activities such as neighborhoods cleanups, retirement home visits, and aiding local citizens during difficult and trying times. CAIR establishes and maintains working relationships with local, state, and federal government institutions and representatives. In addition, CAIR conducts voter registration drives to encourage citizens to participate in elections. Engaged with elected officials to advocate for CIVIL and Human rights legislation on behalf of the American MUSLIM community. We developed campaigns to mobilize the Muslim community and facilitated awareness around issues relevant to our policy agenda and advocacy through state and local efforts.
  3. $36,322 spent. Education/ Training: Part of CAIRs mission is to build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding. To that end, much of our work involves community education and outreach through workshops and training, which has included scheduling CAIR staff and resident experts for volunteer speaking engagements. In 2025, CAIR-HOUSTON conducted 35 educational workshops, which included 12 "Know your Rights" programs and also made presentations and held community outreach events. Organized educational, sensitivity and diversity workshops for employers, educators and organizations to present accurate information about Islam/Muslims and offer suggestions for religious accommodation. We strive to educate others about Islam while building strong relationships with other faith communities. We monitor local, national and international media in part to challenge negative stereotypes, but also to applaud and encourage positive representations of Islam and Muslims.

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 October 2003.

    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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