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Manos Unidas International Inc

EIN 46-4760746 · Kenmore, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair52 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To build disability inclusive communities in the Americas through innovative education, technology, and advocacy tools

Income
$279,597
Spending
$289,870
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
0.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 92%
Employees
4
Volunteers
10
Highest pay
$90,357, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 52 out of 100. Higher than 13% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 16% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 79% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 8 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

    6 of 15

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

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 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. $229,387 spent. Ayllu Hogar (Community, Home) Program: Our services supported families who suspect developmental delay in their child, have received a recent disability diagnosis, or experience debilitating health conditions affecting the child's quality of life. Our services are offered in Spanish and English and are culturally adapted for the Latino community. Our services included: connection with early intervention centers (0-3 years old, support with transition into the school system, support navigating the medical system, support navigating the special education system, help families understand their rights in the education system, support positive relationships and strengthen connection with their children, help build support systems around family values and cultural context, connect families with Washington State DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration), and connections with other families in the community.
  2. $25,488 spent. Manos Unidas International provides the Life Skills & Community Program, delivering individualized, direct support to children, youth, and young adults (ages 4+) with developmental disabilities who are eligible for DDA services in King and Snohomish Counties, Washington. The program focuses on building independence through adaptive daily living skills, safety awareness and self-advocacy, social communication, and problem-solving for everyday challenges. Services are delivered in-home and in community-based settings to promote real-world application, with goals co-developed with participants and their families to ensure relevance and cultural responsiveness. Services are typically provided over a 90-day period, 1-3 hours per week.
  3. Ayllu Global Program: We have published a series of online video courses in Spanish for caregivers and educators of children with intellectual disabilities. Four courses have been published: Special Education: Los Derechos, The Journey of Autism, Early Intervention, and Learning Through Music. Courses are available on Aylluglobal.com https://www.aylluglobal.com/. In 2025 there were no funds expensed for the program.

Source: Form 990 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 August 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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