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Humanity Rising Inc

EIN 46-2302334 · Lake Zurich, IL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood79 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Humanity Rising is a student-led movement to create a better world through service. Our mission is to build the next generation of leaders and social innovators.

Income
$191,376
Spending
$181,395
Reserves
5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Highest pay
$65,000, president

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

Good: 79 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 5.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

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)
  1. $32,076 spent. Anti-Bullying and Mental Health Programs: Humanity Rising's signature cause is anti-bullying and suicide prevention. We empower students to become upstanders and create compassionate, resilient school communities. Programs include a powerful assembly led by a father who lost his 11-year-old son to bullying; student-led anti-bullying and mental health podcasts and workshops; a student-created cyberbullying curriculum titled Behind the Scenes; youth-hosted podcasts with mental-health professionals; the Humanity Rising Student Film Festival highlighting stories of bullying, resilience, and kindness; and scholarships for outstanding changemakers. Thousands of students nationwide participate.
  2. $34,599 spent. Service and Leardership Programs: Humanity Rising helps students discover their service passion and develop as the next generation of leaders and innovators. Through the What Cause Inspires You podcast and Service Challenges, students take action on issues they care about while building leadership and communication skills. The program fosters purpose-driven innovation and connects youth across the country to collaborate on real-world change. Outstanding participants are recognized with scholarships and storytelling opportunities that expand their reach and impact.
  3. $2,000 spent. Service Scholarship Awards: Humanity Rising awards Service Scholarships to recognize and celebrate exceptional young changemakers leading projects in bullying prevention, mental health, and community service. These scholarships inspire continued leadership and innovation while helping students pursue education and service goals. Individuals and organizations may sponsor awards, providing vital support that empowers youth to build a more compassionate and united world.

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

  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 2025.

    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 June 2014.

    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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