Abundant Grace Coastside Worker
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our mission is to accompany the unhoused as they transform their lives through meaningful work.
- Income
- $909,678
- Spending
- $959,086
- Spent on programs
- 82%
- Reserves
- 1.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 39%
- Employees
- 8
- Volunteers
- 6
- Highest pay
- $111,404, executive director
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: 54 out of 100. Higher than 21% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.1 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 43% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 2% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1582% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 31 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: 76 out of 100. Higher than 56% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no 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 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 (5)
- $289,517 spent. The Coastside Clean Team (CCT) provides paid opportunities for participants to engage in meaningful work for a three-hour session, 4 days per week as well as for additional special encampment cleanup work days when necessary. The CCT provides an easy re-entry to regular work and community connection. CCT crews pick up litter and debris from beaches, neighborhoods, parks, and coastal trails. In 2024 the CCT collected 112,469 pounds of trash. Abundant Grace Coastside Worker is in a unique position to affect real change in the homeless community as a result of the deep connections and ties we have within the Coastside homeless community. Not only does the organization have a direct relationship with people in the encampments; we also have a strong record of transformative programming and a positive reputation in our local community
- $268,676 spent. Full Circle Food Justice (FCFJ) provides paid opportunities twice weekly for participants to cultivate fresh, organic produce as part of a comprehensive job-readiness training program. In 2023, participants in the AGCW Farm Program planted, tended, and harvested 13,000 pounds of fresh produce, which was distributed free of charge to 450 low-income individuals and families through our Workforce Development Center and other food distribution sites along the Coast. FCFJ also offers regular farm days open to all participants, ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment. Tasks are assigned based on each individuals abilities, allowing them to contribute successfully. As participants gain experience they take on more complex responsibilities and eventually mentor others, fostering skill development, self-confidence and a sense of purpose. This structured approach not only strengthens community connections but also serves as a stepping stone to employment beyond AGCW.
- $182,764 spent. Our Workforce Development Center (WDC) serves as the central hub for both our services and the broader network of homelessness support in the area. We intentionally cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where individuals can access a comprehensive range of essential resources. The WDC offers kitchen facilities, showers, laundry services, food and clothing distribution, laptops with WiFi access, limited storage, and mail services. Additionally we provide assistance with resume building, job searches, and housing applications, as well as community programming and social events. Through partnerships, we also offer space for case management and medical services including support from the Street Medical Team. Additional resources such as personal care items and bicycle repair further enhance the support available to our community. In addition to housing our administrative offices the WDC serves as the meeting point for all our employment programs.
- $26,761 spent. We offer five rounds of the Farm Apprenticeship each year with each round consisting of six weekly sessions. Participants select a specialized project to complete on the farm, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as irrigation, greenhouse management, herb and flower cultivation, pest control, and more.In addition to their individual projects, apprentices take part in expert-led training sessions covering topics like mindfulness, accountability, and personal responsibility. A key component of the program is the Future Authoring series, which guides participants through structured goal-setting exercises. For many, this is the first opportunity to reflect on and define their personal aspirations, making it one of the most transformative aspects of the apprenticeship. We have witnessed remarkable achievements emerge from this process. We are continuing to develop our nutrition and value-added products apprenticeships, further enriching the learning experience. erosion control measures, and working to protect local wildlife habitats. This program not only fosters ecological responsibility but also provides participants with practical skills and a sense of purpose through meaningful work.
- $18,854 spent. The Conservation Crew was established to provide individuals experiencing homelessness with meaningful employment focused on environmental stewardship. Based at Potrero Nuevo Farma 300-acre farm and wilderness propertythe program offers an outdoor classroom where participants engage in environmental studies and reflect on their personal impact on the planet.Through a combination of expert-led discussions and hands-on projects, participants gain valuable experience in conservation, native plant and wildlife management, and climate change mitigation. Key concepts and skills covered include land stewardship, human environmental impact, carbon sequestration, riparian zone awareness, marine plastic pollution prevention, habitat restoration, and leave-no-trace principles.The Conservation Crew has made a significant environmental impact, successfully planting hundreds of native plants, removing invasive species, restoring creeks and ponds, implementing erosion co
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
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 October 13, 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 December 2024.
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 February 2016.
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 October 21, 2026.
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