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Family Biz Builder

EIN 47-1483063 · Tunica, MS

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair68 out of 100GovernanceGood82 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Family Biz Builder mission is to empower and uplift communities by equipping youth, families, and businesses with comprehensive education, fostering strong character and life skills, and delivering valuable training opportunities. See Schedule O.

Income
$132,353
Spending
$123,802
Spent on programs
58%
Reserves
5.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
9
Highest pay
$18,000, ceo

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: 68 out of 100. Higher than 32% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 5.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 14% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 17% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    58% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 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 81% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 6 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • 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. $35,660 spent. The NJTL Sports & Fitness Program combines character development, life skills, and education through tennis instruction. Operating under the National Junior Tennis & Learning Network and supported by the USTA Foundation, this initiative uses tennis as a vehicle for comprehensive youth development. The program delivered structured tennis and fitness classes to 55 young participants ranging from 7 to 17 years old. Results demonstrate significant progress: over half of all participants improved their foundational tennis skills and gained knowledge of basic game rules. The program's impact extended beyond the courttwo participants qualified for USTA Junior Tournament competition via the Pay It Forward Mentoring Initiative, while two others secured paid positions as Youth Tennis Coaches. These outcomes establish clear pathways for youth employment and leadership development within the tennis community.
  2. $30,903 spent. The College & Career Readiness Program, administered by Family Biz Builder in collaboration with the National Junior Tennis & Learning Network under the USTA Foundation, partners with Winward Academy to support youth development. This initiative focuses on strengthening core academic competencies in English, mathematics, reading, science, and writing while enhancing ACT performance. Through integrated academic reinforcement strategies embedded within program activities, the initiative has achieved measurable success. Notably, 40% of program participants demonstrated improved reading grade levels during the program year, demonstrating the effectiveness of this comprehensive approach to youth education and career preparation.
  3. $4,910 spent. The Build My Biz Program equips youth, aspiring entrepreneurs, and established business owners with critical competencies necessary for entrepreneurial success. Participants gain expertise in communication, leadership, financial literacy, and technologyessential tools for launching, strengthening, and scaling viable businesses. Currently, seven independent businesses actively participate in the program, contributing professional services and mentorship that directly support Family Biz Builder's organizational mission. This collaborative approach strengthens program capacity by strategically utilizing business-owner knowledge and experience. The integration of member expertise enhances service delivery quality while simultaneously improving long-term program sustainability and impact.

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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since October 2014.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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