Teens Exercising Extraordinary Success-Tees
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
T.E.E.S. was founded to provide youth with a secure, positive family environment where they can earn trust, self-respect and learn skills to lead a productive lifestyle free of peer See Schedule O ;pressure, gangs, and /or drugs.Since then, we have expanded our scope and impact to support youth and the community through programs that address social, education, and housing issues. We provide programs that advance social justice and awareness, educational achievement and workforce housing. Our mission is to help youth and the community attain their aspirations and improve their quality of life.
- Income
- $1,238
- Spending
- $11,308
- Reserves
- 26.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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, 2024, 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, 2024, 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)
- $996 spent. COMM FIRST/SMARTN UP
- $3,681 spent. On Going Programming
- COMMUNITY FIRST 1st Annual Winter Warmth Giveaway Raleigh/Durham: November 23, we launched our inaugural Winter Warmth Childrens Coat and Winter Essentials Giveaway, spreading warmth, love, and care children in need during the holiday season where we provided new coats, gloves, hats, scarfs and socks to children in need, in addition to gently used adult clothing donated from Bargain Boutique. ONGOING PROGRAMMING (SmartN Up Summit & Teen Talks/Lets Talk) Hosted 3 Teen Table/Lets Talk Virtual sessions 1. Yoga 2. Culture of Distraction 3. Peer Pressure 4. Virtual Discussion (Lets Talk): Dying for Attention - Our Youth in Crisis: We closed out 2024 with a thought-provoking virtual event for parents, caregivers, counselors, clergy and more that highlighted and discussed solutions for the pressures teens face today. East Coast Volunteer Summit: We kicked off the year by attending a transformative one-week summit, where we connected with passionate changemakers to build strategies for supporting underserved communities. Black Male Summits in Houston (February & August): In partnership with Deric Muhammads SmartN Up initiative, we hosted two powerful summits focused on empowering young Black males, fostering mentorship, and addressing critical issues facing our youth. Summit on Youth Violence (Midwest): A three-day gathering that brought together thought leaders, activists, and community members to tackle the root causes of youth violence and develop actionable solutions. Private Pop-Up Summit (Durham): An intimate, impactful gathering where we engaged directly with youth and families, fostering conversations that inspired change at the grassroots level. SmartN Up Austin (November): We expanded our reach to Austin, where we worked alongside local leaders to empower and uplift young Black males and their families.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 August 2011.
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.
Ratings and checks are our reading of public records, using the published method. They are not a statement about anyone's honesty. If you work for this organization, you can send corrections or results, confirm you want gifts through Veridonate, or ask to be removed from giving.