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Puede Network

EIN 47-4703462 · Dallas, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair57 out of 100GovernanceFair69 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

PUEDENetwork empowers youth to learn lead and thrive by providing programs that promote academic achievement healthy living leadership development community engagement and athletic participation.

Income
$294,244
Spending
$294,665
Spent on programs
84%
Reserves
0.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 97%
Employees
0
Volunteers
22
Highest pay
$56,250, 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: 57 out of 100. Higher than 26% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    84% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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

Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 40% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 4 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.

  • 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. $24,847 spent. 1. Academics Puede Network delivers year-round academic programming designed to improve student achievement and educational access for underserved youth. Services include structured tutoring homework support and technology-enabled learning through our Connected Learning Center. Students receive individualized support aligned to school-day instruction with an emphasis on literacy mathematics and college readiness. The program also integrates digital literacy and workforce exposure opportunities helping students build skills necessary for long-term academic and career success. As a result participating students demonstrate increased school engagement improved study habits and measurable academic growth.
  2. $124,233 spent. 2. Athletics Puede Network provides structured no-cost athletic programming-primarily through soccer boxing and cross country-to promote physical health discipline and teamwork. Athletics serve as a primary engagement strategy connecting youth to consistent high-expectation environments where they develop accountability resilience and leadership. Programs include regular practices competitive play and access to trained coaches who emphasize both skill development and character formation. Participation in athletics has contributed to high retention rates increased school attendance and the development of positive peer relationships.
  3. $99,386 spent. 3. Community Service Community service is a core component of Puede Networks model empowering youth to actively contribute to their neighborhoods while developing leadership and civic responsibility. Students participate in service projects such as neighborhood clean-ups school partnerships and large-scale initiatives including the annual distribution of thousands of backpacks and essential resources to local families. These experiences are often paired with reflection activities to deepen learning and reinforce a sense of purpose. Through consistent engagement youth build a strong connection to their community and develop the skills and mindset to serve as agents of positive change.

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 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 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 April 2018.

    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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