Caras of the Americas
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Caras of the Americas was formed to promote international collaboration and exchange among all people of the Western Hemisphere; to promote grassroots development; to contribute to the improved provision of the education and health services; to encourage civic participation and progress; to empower through learning and action.
- Income
- $7.7 million
- Spending
- $4.3 million
- Spent on programs
- 89%
- Reserves
- 11.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 76%
- Employees
- 147
- Volunteers
- 820
- Highest pay
- $81,099, executive director
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 11.3 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 9% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 44% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 110% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1589% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 80 out of 100. Higher than 33% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 258 of 8 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a 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
0 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 June 30, 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 (4)
- $3.1 million spent. a. Education Services: We continued to coordinate afterschool programs for underprivileged children to provide improved provisions of the education services. We offer academic tutoring, arts, crafts, sports, mentoring, collegue prep,etc. A reading marathon and carnival were held with schools and tutoring centers to foster a love of reading among students. Mothers actively participated as volunteers in readings, involving families and faculty in the activities. These initiatives have received recognition for their contribution to students' academic, social, and emotional progress. There were 484 participants and 19 parent volunteers. A career day event was organized by tenth-grade students from Rosalina Caraballo, Francisco Oller schools. Over 40 distinguished professionals participated to share their experiences with the young people, allowing them to explore career options, discover new passions, and inspire their academic and professional futures. The comprehensive development of 296 students from Cataño and northern Guaynabo is promoted, 95% of whom live in poverty and 35% are in special education. The school received the Full Service Community School (FSCS) award, highlighting our commitment to comprehensive services and community activities. Students completed 4,500 hours of community service. Summer internships were held in collaboration with law firms in Puerto Rico, allowing 25 students to explore legal and business careers. Fifty-five percent of students participated in activities such as public speaking, robotics, and sports, accumulating 4,441.50 contact hours.
- $348,991 spent. Ecology- With the raices urbanas project we provided more than 5,774.50 contact hours with 1,055 participants and 3,389 hours by 366 volunteers. Our organization played a prominent role in the Teachers for the Planet catalog presented at the UN COP28, where we contributed innovative educational solutions to climate change and positioned ourselves as leaders in environmental education globally. Data were collected at strategic locations in the Cienaga Las Cucharillas Natural Reserve and surrounding communities in Cataño and Guaynabo, enabling the creation of a public database. Urban spaces were revitalized with native and endemic trees, promoting biodiversity and mitigating the effects of climate change. 310 trees were planted.
- $159,131 spent. Community-Our community-based approach is designed to strengthen support networks, improve residents' living conditions, and foster local leadership. Several programs have been implemented to empower community leaders and improve the overall well-being of the most vulnerable, from the elderly to the young. A total of 219 social cases were managed, with 304 participants and 5,614 contact hours. A team of volunteers and community leaders distributed 9,402 meals to children, youth, and the elderly. Seniors were given excursions to various locations in Puerto Rico, promoting their well-being through recreational activities and healing therapies.
- $249,221 spent. Other Programs-Economy and encounters programs. Along with our partners Amizade ("friendship" in Portuguese), we coordinate programs for universities and groups from the U.S. that offer a service experience and cultural exchange in Puerto Rico. Among this year's participants are: the University of Illinois, Idaho University, Pitts University and the Academy for Global Citizenship. These programs support our projects as well as raise awareness about community efforts.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 2007.
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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