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Golden Gate Adult Rehabililition Minestry

EIN 75-2832604 · Dallas, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair65 out of 100GovernanceFair59 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To transform chemically dependent individuals through loving, accountable relationships and a Christ-Centered twelve step process in a residential treatment program.

Income
$404,430
Spending
$320,617
Spent on programs
66%
Reserves
2.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 79%
Employees
6
Volunteers
25

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

Fair: 65 out of 100. Higher than 63% of charities in its peer group (housing, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 43% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 21% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 9% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    66% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 12 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: 59 out of 100. Higher than 17% of charities in its peer group (housing, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 (3)
  1. $179,674 spent. ARM Recovery Support Services provide ongoing peer support services for individuals who are in or seeking recovery from substance use and/or mental health issues. Peer Specialist will support and walk with their peers to help improve their quality of life while in recovery. Our Peer Services allow individuals to sustain and maintain long-term recovery with the help of Peer Recovery Coaching.
  2. $30,362 spent. ARM offers education services such as Parenting Class (Parenting class will teach practical parenting skills and provide the tools that will assist in the growth and development of children in a healthy way. These classes also teach skills that help parents develop and maintain positive relationships with their children.), Life-Skills (The Life Skill class at ARM teaches critical thinking skills, how to communicate effectively while developing healthy relationships, and ways to develop a positive self-image. This class provides tools that allow for responsible and informed choices that lead to a healthy and productive lifestyle.), Anger Management (Involvement in the anger management group helps one to identify what "normal" anger is and learn practical anger management skills. Behavioral skills are taught that allow for a way of thinking in order to cope with anger in a productive and healthy way.), Marijuana Education ( Our Marijuana Education Class will provide you with information you may not be aware of. Marijuana is a drug and can cause lasting effects on your physical and mental well-being. This class helps individuals to understand the risks and dangers of drug usage. Did you know marijuana causes paranoia and psychosis and can drive you to commit violent crimes? The answer to this questions and others will be covered.), and Anti-Theft (The ARM Anti-Theft class is fun, engaging and informative. This class is for anyone who finds it difficult to stop this negative behavior. Included will be practical training information, lectures, homework and peer counseling. Also, the class has been designed to meet the requirements of the courts.).
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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 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 2024.

    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 February 2000.

    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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