W Oscar Neuhaus Memorial Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The W. Oscar Neuhaus Memorial Foundation ("Neuhaus") is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational foundation dedicated to promoting reading success for all. 'Continued on Schedule O'Neuhaus provides evidence-based training and support to educators and district leaders, supplies information and resources to families, and offers direct services to adult learners. Its services are offered in a variety of ways, including mentoring, individual instruction, online programming, and on-site courses.
- Income
- $8.3 million
- Spending
- $8.0 million
- Spent on programs
- 75%
- Reserves
- 2.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 66%
- Employees
- 93
- Volunteers
- 96
- Highest pay
- $286,446, president & ceo
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: 75 out of 100.
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 2.7 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 8% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 3% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 38% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1575% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 30 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: 100 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 2519 of 19 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a 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
15 of 15Its accounts were audited 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 (1)
- $6.0 million spent. Neuhaus Education Center is a nationally recognized leader in advancing the Science of Reading, using evidence-based methods that empower students to achieve skilled reading and lifelong literacy.Teacher Professional Development: In 2024, Neuhaus offered more than 30 professional development courses designed to meet the needs of diverse learners. A total of 3,846 and 3,118 teachers participated in training sessions, representing 7,401 enrollments. Additionally, 61 dyslexia therapists and specialists graduated from the certification program, further expanding the reach of high-quality reading instruction. Continued on Schedule O Family Support Services: The Family Support Office served 5,736 parents and family members seeking guidance for children with dyslexia and other reading difficulties. Neuhaus provided resources, referrals, and assistance to help families navigate the process of obtaining appropriate support. Free monthly information sessions addressed topics such as dyslexia, Texas legislation, preparing for college, and accessing library resources.Adult Literacy: In 2024, 112 adult learners received personalized literacy instruction to achieve their reading and educational goals. Neuhaus Education Center hosts the only adult literacy program in Houston taught by Certified Academic Language Therapists (comparable to dyslexia therapists). Using age-appropriate materials, real-world texts such as newspapers and magazines, and grouping by reading level, Neuhaus delivers practical instruction while fostering a sense of community among participants.
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since November 1980.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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