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Dignity Institute

EIN 46-4480924 · Charlestown, MA

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

We are a pubic charity providing social emotional skills and leadership development training and skill building to opportunity youth and their families. This includes advanced communication skill building, stress reduction activities and art projects.

Income
$36,355
Spending
$52,425
Reserves
25.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Highest pay
$36,000, executive director

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. Higher than 58% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 25.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 44% 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. $500 spent. Artmaking programs "Art for Wellness" is a transformative youth program designed to empower adolescents through expressive art-making techniques for self-care. Guided by experienced artists, participants explore various mediums such as painting, drawing, and collage to channel emotions and foster resilience. Through creative expression, they develop vital coping skills, cultivate self-awareness, and build a supportive community.
  2. $300 spent. Financial Literacy "Money Matters" empowers young individuals with essential money management skills. Through interactive workshops, engaging activities, and a field trip to a bank, participants learn how to budget effectively, understand banking basics, and make informed financial decisions. By fostering financial literacy at a young age, we aim to equip the next generation with the tools they need to achieve financial independence and success.
  3. $300 spent. Youth-led online leadership program Our "Led by Youth" program empowers young individuals to cultivate essential leadership skills in a digital environment. Through interactive workshops and collaborative projects, participants develop communication, project management, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. By harnessing the power of technology, we foster a generation of confident and capable leaders ready to drive positive change in their communities and beyond.

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 April 2015.

    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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