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Twef International Inc

EIN 57-1163486 · Houston, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceStrong97 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The organization is geared towards helping families from all walks of life, reach their fullest potential in the areas of business, education, finances, and socio-economic status.

Income
$362,454
Spending
$195,364
Spent on programs
65%
Reserves
22.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
20

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

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 89% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 22.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 9% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 46% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 104% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    65% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 13 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

Strong: 97 out of 100. Higher than 90% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    12 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • 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, 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)
  1. $71,578 spent. The Empowerment Training Institute delivers targeted development programs focused on addressing the unique needs of varied populations - from youth to seniors and emerging professionals we build stronger and more resilient individuals and communities. By providing a wide range of programs that serve multiple demographics, our multifaceted approach reached over 500 individuals through strategic initiatives designed to build personal, career and professional development, financial literacy and money management.
  2. $34,675 spent. The Eagle Scholars student enrichment program is a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering first-generation college students through a comprehensive holistic approach to educational and professional development. By providing a robust support system that encompasses one-on-one mentorship opportunities, internships, apprenticeships, and targeted scholarships, the program addresses critical barriers faced by underserved students. Our program follows youth through their college years providing support in the areas of prevention and intervention, academic and social preparation and environmental support.
  3. $20,902 spent. The Urban Garden, initiated in 2015, promotes STEM and agriculture with positive behavioral changes that include better nutrition and increased physical activity while teaching financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills to youth through farmers markets. The program has expanded to offer summer STEM camps and implement sustainable regenerative agriculture practices. We broadened our reach to introduce agriculture to the 18 - 35 age demographic through paid internships and established a monthly educational partnership with the University of Houston. The organization provides produce to seniors citizens for free throughout the greater Houston area. The key objective remains helping student leaders apply lessons learned in school to the service of creating a community garden within an urban food desert. The issues being addressed include the lack of access to fresh fruits and vegetables in the community and resolving high rates of obesity through education.

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

  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 October 13, 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 2024.

    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 December 2003.

    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 October 21, 2026.

  7. Could it be confused with another charity? Worth knowing.

    A much larger organization has a similar name: Sae International (Warrendale, PA), EIN 25-1494402. If that is the one you meant, check the EIN before giving.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

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