Players With Purpose
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
At Players with Purpose we are dedicated to basketball. Our mission is to offer each child the chance to develop their basketball skills and life lessons while exposing them to top-tier competition and college scouts. We are committed to helping them unlock their full potential and once achieved pushing them to go even further. Our aim is to boost their confidence nurture their dreams and most importantly cultivate a lasting love for the game. Our vision is to become the most recognized youth basketball program in Arkansas where student athletes are eager to come and learn the game we love while also making a positive impact on the youth in their communities.
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)
- Youth Competitive Basketball & Skill Development Program Description of Services: The organization operates a year round competitive basketball program that provides structured practices league play and tournament participation for youth athletes. Services include certified coaching skill development training strength and conditioning team uniforms equipment and league tournament fees. The program emphasizes athletic development teamwork sportsmanship and discipline. Persons Benefited: Approximately 10 youth athletes ages 817 participated during the fiscal year. Additional Information: Over 30% of participants came from low to moderate income households.
- Mentorship Program Description of Services: The organization provides academic support and mentorship to enrolled athletes to promote success both on and off the court. Program services include weekly academic check-ins and mentorship focused on goalsetting leadership and personal development. Persons Benefited: Approximately 10 student athletes received mentorship support. Additional Information: Participants were required to maintain satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible for competition. The program contributed to improved school attendance grade performance and positive behavioral outcomes.
- Community Outreach Camps and Clinics Description of Services: The organization hosted low cost basketball camps skills clinics and community events designed to introduce youth to the sport and promote healthy lifestyles. Activities included fundamentals training fitness education and character building workshops led by players and volunteers.
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Worth knowing.
Recognized by the IRS in October 2025. It is too new to have a track record.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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