Chosen Abilities Resource Center Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our organization is dedicated to empowering and unifying low-income communities through encouragement and education. We achieve this by offering essential support through programs like annual holiday assistance and back-to-school supply drives. These initiatives play a vital role in uplifting families in need and fostering a sense of community solidarity.
- Income
- $20,000
- Spending
- $20,000
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2023, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2023, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2023, 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)
- $5,000 spent. Our Annual Holiday Assistance Program aims to bring joy and relief to families in need during the holiday season. Through this initiative, we provide food baskets, gifts, and essential items to low-income households facing financial hardships. By partnering with local businesses, volunteers, and donors, we ensure that every family can experience the warmth and generosity of the holidays, fostering a sense of community and support during a time that can be particularly challenging for those struggling to make ends meet.
- $7,500 spent. The Annual Back to School Program is a vital initiative organized by our nonprofit to support students in need as they prepare for the upcoming school year. This program aims to provide essential school supplies, backpacks, and clothing to underprivileged children, ensuring they have the necessary resources to succeed academically. By collaborating with local schools and community partners, we can identify and assist families facing financial challenges, enabling students to start the school year with confidence and dignity. Through the Annual Back to School Program, we strive to reduce educational disparities and empower students to achieve their full potential.
- $5,000 spent. Feed My People Hunger Outreach is a program service that aims to alleviate food insecurity in our community. We provide nutritious meals to individuals and families experiencing hunger, working to ensure that no one in our community goes without a meal. Our efforts include food distribution programs, community meals, and partnerships with local organizations to maximize our impact. Through these initiatives, we strive to address the immediate needs of those facing hunger while also advocating for long-term solutions to food insecurity.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2023, 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 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 December 2007.
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.
Ratings and checks are our reading of public records, using the published method. They are not a statement about anyone's honesty. If you work for this organization, you can send corrections or results, confirm you want gifts through Veridonate, or ask to be removed from giving.