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Fahrenheit

EIN 47-0999852 · Norman, OK

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak39 out of 100GovernanceGood82 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Only 20% of its spending went to programs.

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

What it says it does

We train and equip adults to walk alongside others in intentional, Christ-centered relationships. Our approach is holistic - addressing spiritual, emotional, mental, physical, relational, and professional/educational growth. Continued on Sch O.

Income
$171,940
Spending
$192,063
Spent on programs
20%
Reserves
2.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
3
Volunteers
3

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

Weak: 39 out of 100. Higher than 13% of charities in its peer group (religion, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 12% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 17% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    20% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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

Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 87% of charities in its peer group (religion, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 3 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

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • 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 (4)
  1. $20,000 spent. 2 In addition to one-on-one mentoring, Fahrenheit provides training for individuals, churches, and like-minded leaders - both those already mentoring or discipling and those just beginning-who seek practical tools and guidance. Our mentor training emphasizes targeted, purpose-driven conversations marked by intentionality, care, and compassion within a Christ-centered framework. Training is delivered through workshops, webinars, lunch-and-learns, and our weekly podcast, and our curriculum is continually refined through practitioner input and collaboration with our volunteer mentoring team. During the reporting period, 151 leaders and emerging mentors participated in these sessions, gaining practical tools, insight, and encouragement to lead effectively in workplaces, churches, and communities. Through mentoring and training, we serve adults across a wide range of life stages who are seeking holistic growth and the ability to invest in others well.
  2. $12,000 spent. 1 Our primary program is one-on-one mentoring for adults seeking wise counsel, personal growth, and meaningful support. Last year, our trained mentors engaged 373 individuals in focused conversations designed to foster growth in six key areas: spiritual, emotional, mental, physical, relational, and professional/educational. Mentoring sessions took place in private homes, public spaces, over Zoom, or during workplace lunches. Each participant received 1-3 hours per session of intentional, caring and purpose-driven guidance. In total, our mentors conducted 495 sessions, providing dedicated, personalized supported rooted in compassion and a commitment to each persons value and potential.
  3. $7,000 spent. 3 Mentoring partnerships are a key program service at Fahrenheit. Our partners include businesses, churches, and financial supporters who share our commitment to biblical mentoring principles. Business and church partners engage in ongoing professional relataionships with Fahrenheit, receiving regular mentor training and collaborating to provide high-quality mentoring experiences. Financial partners - comprising over 90 individuals, churches, businesses, trusts, and other giving entities - support our work through contributions and active participation in mentoring initiatives. We maintain strong connections with all partners through regular email communications, annual updates, and renewal processes when applicable, ensuring alignment with our mission and continued impact in the community.
  4. Primary exempt purpose - Our main focus is one-on-one mentoring for adults who are seeking wise counsel, personal growth, and meaningful support. In addition to one-on-one mentoring, Fahrenheit offers training for individuals, churches, and like-minded leaders who are already mentoring or discipling - and for those who are just beginning and want practical tools.

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 January 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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