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Gathering for Justice Inc

EIN 47-2966777 · New York, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair64 out of 100GovernanceGood85 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Gathering for Justice works to transform the criminal legal system and advance civil rights to build a beloved community grounded in justice, equity, and compassion. By developing leaders, leveraging cultural organizing, and uniting our communitys collective power across generations, we aim to dismantle systemic injustice and end racial inequity for all. Founded in 2005 by the late Harry Belafonte, The Gathering continues his legacy of using culture, organizing, and leadership development to build a more just and equitable world.

Income
$1.1 million
Spending
$1.2 million
Spent on programs
68%
Reserves
2.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 89%
Employees
7
Volunteers
68
Highest pay
$179,921, coo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 64 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 8% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 13% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 22% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    68% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 38% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 9 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

    0 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, 2024, 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 (1)
  1. $833,901 spent. Youth Programming and Initiatives (Youth Organizers United YOU Program) The YOU Program continued to foster youth leadership by providing mentorship, training, and organizing opportunities to more than 200 students across five high schools in Oxnard, California. Through a series of 20 workshops and leadership sessions, youth organizers developed campaigns, learned advocacy skills, and helped shape policy priorities. The Youth Policy Roundtable produced a Youth Agenda addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges. Community Engagement and EventsThe Gathering organized numerous community events, including the MLK Freedom and Unity Weekend in Oxnard, which brought together activists and residents to honor Dr. Kings legacy through action and dialogue. Additional events included the Stockton Healing Circles, which supported 150 participants in processing trauma and building community resilience, and the Stockton Backyard BBQ, which provided free food, music, and resources for local youth and families. The organization also held Youth Justice Month activities and the Youth Justice Action Month Resource Fair in partnership with Ventura County agencies. Cultural and Policy Advocacy InitiativesThe Gathering continued its cultural organizing and advocacy through its Radical Readz Live events in New York, Oxnard, and Stockton, featuring authors and thought leaders such as Brea Baker and Dr. Jamila T. Davis. These events fostered community conversations about justice, land ownership, and collective healing. The organization also advanced policy priorities through campaigns such as #Right2RemainSilent, Close Rikers, and End Qualified Immunity Advocacy Day, mobilizing hundreds of advocates across New York. Partnerships with Christian Louboutin, Agency Footwear, and other brands elevated awareness and generated support for the mission.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 November 6, 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 2024.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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