Kiaswi
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
KIASWI works to advance its mission of strengthening families and improving outcomes for children through the Project Genesis initiative. Project Genesis focuses on increasing father engagement across the Lowcountry region of South Carolina. Through a combination of recognition, storytelling, and community outreach, KIASWI is creating a culture of pride and confidence that encourages fathers to become more present and active in their children's lives
- Income
- $1,850
- Spending
- $1,850
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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 (2)
- $1,600 spent. A key component of Project Genesis is the Father of the Month program, which recognizes and celebrates fathers who demonstrate commitment, responsibility, and positive involvement. Honored fathers are highlighted through televised features and community recognition, providing visible examples of engaged fatherhood and encouraging others to follow. Since 2022, KIASWI has been showcasing fathers through its Father of the Month program and other contests/promotions, recognizing and honoring nearly 40 fathers.
- $250 spent. KIASWI's VOICE is a platform created for fathers to share real stories of how they overcame challenges to remain present in their children's lives. These testimonies are meant to inspire and motivate other fathers struggling with the idea of parenting. Since launching the pilot program in 2025, KIASWI has interviewed three fathers who have shared their parenting journeys. Through these efforts, KIASWI has increased community awareness around the importance of father involvement, strengthened relationships between fathers and their children, and created a growing network of men committed to positive parenting. KIASWI continues to build momentum by expanding partnerships and preparing for the launch of its Better You program (scheduled for late 2026), which will provide structured support in parenting, financial literacy, and co-parenting skills.
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? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 2014.
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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