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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County Inc

EIN 75-0808785 · Fort Worth, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER TARRANT COUNTY ENABLES YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY IN THE MOST MARGINALIZED AND AT-RISK COMMUNITIES, GIVING THEM THE OPPORTUNITY TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL THROUGH ENRICHING PROGRAMS FOCUSED ON ACADEMIC SUCCESS, HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, AND GOOD CHARACTER AND CITIZENSHIP.

Income
$17.1 million
Spending
$16.5 million
Spent on programs
74%
Reserves
6 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 50%
Employees
321
Volunteers
141
Highest pay
$390,420, 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

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 81% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 3% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 19% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    74% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 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. Higher than 28% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    42 of 42 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • 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 (4)
  1. $12.2 million spent. In 2024, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County (BGCGTC) served 76,398 youth across Tarrant, Dallas, and Denton counties through daily afterschool and summer programs. Club members ages 518 participated in evidence-based activities centered on four core outcomes: Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, Good Character & Citizenship, and Workforce Readiness. Mobile Clubhouses expanded access to communities without stand-alone sites, while facility and safety enhancements improved the Club experience. Financial assistance ensures that no youth is denied access to programs due to an inability to pay. Programs provide daily mentorship, academic support, and nutritious meals, creating a safe and positive environment for youth to learn and grow.
  2. BGCGTC emphasizes education and workforce readiness through pre-college programs such as Upward Bound and Educational Talent Search. In 2024, these programs served low-income and first-generation students through tutoring, academic mentoring, college readiness workshops, and career exploration activities. 93% of participants expected to graduate from high school, and 94% reported gaining skills that prepare them for future employment. These programs equip youth to succeed academically, plan for college, and pursue career goals that build long-term economic stability.
  3. The Comin Up Program and related Youth Prevention initiatives served youth ages 1224 through gang-intervention, prevention, and mental-health support services. In 2024, 5,036 youth participated in evidence-based prevention curriculum, 572 positive alternatives reached 10,228 youth and 2,475 adults, and 421 one-time presentations on mental health and substance use education engaged 10,982 youth and 4,187 adults. Counseling services included 98 mental-health assessments and 69 members enrolled in counseling. Programs were delivered by trained social workers and counselors using evidence-based models endorsed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to build resilience, support families, and reduce risk factors for youth in high-need communities.
  4. BGCGTC expanded its Healthy Lifestyles initiatives through the Blue Door Kitchen,which served 1,500 scratch-made meals each day to youth across 18 Club locations inTarrant and Dallas counties. Approved by the Texas Department of Agriculture as theonly at-risk food provider of its kind in the state, Blue Door Kitchen also launched the Culinary Connection program to teach teens cooking and job-readiness skills. Through these efforts, BGCGTC continues to improve access to healthy food, physical well-being, and community engagement for youth and families.

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 November 6, 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 January 1939.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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