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Your Harvest House

EIN 75-1985674 · Burleson, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair62 out of 100GovernanceGood89 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Harvest House exists to restore hope and dignity by equipping families to overcome crisis and build long-term stability. We do this by pairing practical resources with relational support and spiritual encouragement, so help becomes lasting change.

Income
$3.0 million
Spending
$2.9 million
Spent on programs
71%
Reserves
1.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
61
Volunteers
221
Highest pay
$60,750, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 62 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 8% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 11% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    71% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 20 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 89 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    9 of 9 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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    9 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, 2025, 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. $1.7 million spent. Through its Food Pantry, Your Harvest House provides groceries to thousands of North Texas households each year. Families with children receive additional assistance during summer months and holiday seasons. The organization also delivers monthly food bundles to seniors living in low-income housing and distributes bulk food to eight local partner ministries. Our tagline, Feed Clothe Restore, reflects our goal to provide immediate help while also encouraging long-term stability for individuals and families in need. In 2025, Your Harvest House distributed 378,454 pounds of food to 6,681 individuals in 2,406 households.
  2. $265,453 spent. Through the Harvest House Financial Aid Program, eligible households may apply once every twelve months for assistance with rent or mortgage payments, utilities, and other urgent expenses. Applicants must provide documentation verifying that their household income falls below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and that they reside within the Harvest House service area. Returning clients check in annually so staff can assess progress and connect them with additional resources such as financial counseling and employment assistance through community partners. The program aims not only to meet immediate financial needs but also to support families as they work toward greater stability. In 2025, Your Harvest House distributed $95,557 in financial assistance to 180 households representing 479 individuals.
  3. $60,574 spent. Through the Harvest House Resale Store, qualifying low-to-moderate income families receive vouchers that can be used for clothing and household necessities. Families with children may receive additional vouchers during back-to-school season. The Resale Store is open to the public and generates essential revenue to support Harvest House programs. The organization also receives income through recycling donated goods that cannot be sold. In 2025, 2,342 individuals in 688 households received clothing and household assistance through the Resale Store voucher program.
  4. $40,127 spent. The Getting Ahead Program is a 16-week Bridges Out of Poverty curriculum designed to help participants evaluate their personal resources, set goals, and develop strategies for financial and personal stability. Participants meet weekly in a supportive group environment and build practical plans for improving their economic future. In 2025, one cohort was conducted with nine participants, and five individuals graduated from the program.The Holiday Friends Program provides Christmas gifts to children of Harvest House client families. Registered parents receive tickets organized by age group and select unwrapped gifts that have been donated and prepared by volunteers. In 2025, 328 children in 108 families received Christmas gifts through the Holiday Friends program.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.

  4. 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 1985.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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