Robynes Nest
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Robynes Nest empowers at-risk and homeless high-school and transitional-age youth generally ages 14 to 24 who have little or no parental support by providing the resources stability and guidance needed to complete high school and pursue a path toward self-sufficiency. Students with a strong desire to finish school are generally referred by administrators from partnering districts in Huntington Beach Fountain Valley Westminster Newport and Costa Mesa.
- Income
- $940,402
- Spending
- $863,041
- Spent on programs
- 83%
- Reserves
- -4.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 82%
- Employees
- 10
- Volunteers
- 80
- Highest pay
- $92,300, executive director
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 50 out of 100. Higher than 16% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 40% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 8% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 0% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1583% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 258 of 8 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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)
- $321,644 spent. Housing & Mental Health Resources: Robynes Nest provides transitional and supportive housing for high-school and transitional-age youth - generally ages 14 to 24 - who lack safe or stable housing. The transitional home a supervised single-family residence supports students for approximately twelve months with duration and continued support determined by individual progress and circumstances. A vetted adult resides in the home to provide structure mentorship and guidance in daily living skills helping students build responsibility and positive relationships while living cooperatively with others. Permanent Housing: Robynes Nest also assists students in securing stable affordable apartments where they can continue developing independent life skills while working pursuing education and saving toward full self-reliance. Mental Health and Wellness: Through early-intervention and preventive programs Robynes Nest helps students build resilience develop coping skills and strengthen emotional well-being. Facilitated by trained wellness educators and community partners sessions focus on practical tools for managing stress anxiety and life challenges. In partnership with local high schools our Student Care Wellness Program delivers in-school wellness classes that promote attendance academic focus and positive peer connections. These supports are integrated into our wrap-around student care model that fosters self-sufficiency and long-term stability.
- $275,719 spent. Basic Needs Assistance: Robynes Nest provides comprehensive support to ensure students essential needs are met so they can focus on education and personal growth. Food Pantries: Local high schools supported by Robynes Nest maintain fully stocked food pantries with grab-and-go snacks bottled water and toiletries to help meet immediate needs. Our on-site pantry is reserved for Robynes Nest students and offers non-perishable items frozen meals hygiene and household supplies and clothing donated by community partners. These resources help relieve financial pressure and allow students to balance school work and personal responsibilities more effectively. Other Assistance: Robynes Nest also helps students meet critical needs such as vision and dental care transportation and household necessities like furniture blankets or fans. Eligible students demonstrating academic progress and regular attendance may also receive monthly student living expense support to promote accountability and financial stability. This layered support reduces stress fosters consistency and enables students to remain engaged in school while working toward independence.
- $116,884 spent. Robynes Nest provides focused educational and personal development support to help students succeed in school and prepare for independent adulthood. We offer tutoring school supplies and laptops to ensure students have the tools needed for academic success along with guidance on FAFSA scholarships and career pathways after high school. Our Soaring for Success program brings career coaching directly to local high schools giving at-risk students opportunities to meet industry professionals and explore career options. When additional support is needed our career coach provides one-on-one on-site guidance. All Robynes Nest students participate in Life Skills Education classes covering personal wellness employment readiness financial literacy coping skills and the dangers of substance use. These classes help students make informed decisions manage money responsibly and build a foundation for lifelong success. Students are encouraged and supported in maintaining a substance-free lifestyle as part of developing a healthy and stable life. Care Management staff work closely with each student to address daily living needs and coordinate all services provided by Robynes Nest. This hands-on support ensures students receive consistent guidance accountability and access to the resources they need to achieve stability and self-sufficiency.
- $5,789 spent. Other Program Expenses
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since June 2015.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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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