Nami Piedmont Tri-County
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our mission is to rebuild hope where it's been damaged or lost. We work with those in need, who are underprivileged, and underserved to rebuild hope and recovery for those affected by mental health conditions. Our focus lies on community efforts through free support groups, community awareness and education programs.
- Income
- $308,875
- Spending
- $354,216
- Spent on programs
- 79%
- Reserves
- 8.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 88%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 0
- Highest pay
- $66,608, 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
Good: 77 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 8.3 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 15% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 6% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1579% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 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
Fair: 61 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 2513 of 15 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
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
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 (3)
- $128,830 spent. The Drop-In Center is a physical location that provides a safe, supportive, and normalizing environment for Individuals labeled "mentally ill" in this community, especially those who are isolated in society and for those whose employment settings are not available or meeting their needs. Our intention is to provide an atmosphere of acceptance where individuals have purpose and where one is able to grow in self-worth, dignity, and self-respect. The drop-in center is intended simply as a place to just be. We will offer activities focused on fostering relationships and personal empowerment in an environment of acceptance and community. Offering opportunities to build personal confidence and a community rapport. This will be a place where no one passes judgment, diagnoses, ormedicates. Individuals will be invited to visit at will and find their community of support, compassion, self-esteem, and acceptance.
- $151,352 spent. Connection & Family Support Groups & Community Outreach - The Connection groups are for individuals living with mental health conditions and the Family Support Groups are for their family and friends. Peer support is one of the most important parts of therapy for those dealing with mental health issues and their caregivers. Community Outreach includes back to school programs, corporate presentations, and health fairs to spread the importance of positive Mental Health.
- $221 spent. In Our Own Voice continued through COVID by presenting/meeting virtually - The presentation is designed for the general public to promote awareness of mental illness and the possibility of recovery.
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? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on May 15, 2023 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on May 15, 2023.
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 April 2024.
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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