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Kingdom Kare

EIN 46-0982054 · Odenton, MD

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak34 out of 100GovernanceGood75 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.
  • It owes more than it owns.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

Kingdom Kares mission is to empower children, youth, and families to thrive.

Income
$2.7 million
Spending
$2.9 million
Spent on programs
76%
Reserves
-1.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 69%
Employees
65
Volunteers
20
Highest pay
$105,000, president & ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 34 out of 100. Higher than 4% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    0 of 20

    It owes 133% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 21% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    75% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 26% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 9 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

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

  • No reported misuse

    0 of 10

    Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 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 (5)
  1. $695,513 spent. Kingdom Kare provides high-quality, nationally accredited early childhood education programs that prepare children ages 35 for kindergarten and lifelong success. Through our childcare, Pre-K, and summer camp programs, we deliver a research-based curriculum, individualized learning plans, and culturally responsive teaching. We also provide wraparound supports, including meals, transportation, and family engagement activities, to ensure every child has the foundation to thrive. In FY2025, we served 85 children in childcare, 20 in the Pre-K program, and 15 in summer camp, helping them achieve critical milestones and school readiness.
  2. $620,447 spent. Kingdom Kare operates a Family Support Center that provides comprehensive services for teen parents and their children. In FY2024, 19 teen mothers were enrolled, with 15 successfully graduating high school through our program. We served 25 fathers through our Fatherhood Intake Program, equipping them with parenting and life skills, and engaged 15 mothers in our Mom & Me Program to strengthen parent-child bonds. Services include free childcare, transportation, case management, workforce readiness, and educational support, ensuring young families gain stability and the tools to succeed.
  3. $591,422 spent. Through our Violence Interruption & Prevention Program, Kingdom Kare reduces youth and community violence by employing trusted community leaders as credible messengers. Using the Cure Violence Global model, our staff mediate conflicts, mentor high-risk youth, and connect individuals to resources for education, employment, and mental health. In 2024, the program served over 30 participants, preventing conflicts from escalating and promoting peace and safety in neighborhoods most impacted by violence.
  4. $290,121 spent. Other outreach programs include a cohort-based college, career, and life-skills pathway for teens and young adults; a violence prevention and intevention program; mentoring and leadership development; and food distriution and other community support,
  5. Other outreach programs include a cohort-based college, career, and life-skills pathway for 290121. 21531. 8000.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 2013.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.

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