Heal Raising Our World Foundation Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our organization is committed to transforming the lives of vulnerable youth in Nyahururu Kenya. We are actively developing a childrens home and a secondary school that together serve as a foundation of care and learning for 50 orphaned abandoned and neglected children. In addition we provide high-quality education to more than 145 students including children from the surrounding community. Our work also extends beyond the school wallsthrough targeted outreach efforts we support local residents with food relief clean water initiatives agricultural assistance and the distribution of essential supplies. At the heart of our mission is a belief in the potential of every child. We strive to break the cycle of poverty by delivering comprehensive care and educational opportunities that empower the next generation to thrive.
- Income
- $157,699
- Spending
- $102,703
- Reserves
- 16.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $25,000, executive director
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 88% of charities in its peer group (international, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 16.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 9% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 35% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (3)
- $36,567 spent. Rapha Secondary School is a vital component of our mission providing education to over 130 students facing challenges like orphanhood poverty abuse or neglect. The school caters to students from Form 1 to Form 4 supported by a committed team of 12 educators and staff. Operational costs encompass various essentials like salaries textbooks lab supplies technology medical resources furniture sports gear and educational trips. To further our dedication to progress we are actively working on establishing a computer lab to boost the schools tech capabilities granting students access to crucial digital resources for academic growth and future prospects. Moreover we are expanding facilities by adding a basketball court and art amenities to foster creative development among students. These improvements aim to offer a comprehensive educational journey that nurtures the overall well-being and growth of each student at Rapha Secondary School.
- $25,249 spent. Rapha Childrens Home operates as an integral part of our educational campus offering full-time care for over 50 children who have been orphaned abandoned or come from highly vulnerable situations. The children ranging in age from 5 to 19 receive holistic support in a safe nurturing environment. A team of eight staff members provides daily care including supervision cooking cleaning and assistance with agricultural tasks that support the home. Operational costs include staff wages food dormitory furnishings healthcare cleaning supplies recreational materials and other expenses necessary for the wellbeing of the children. Over the past year funds were used to complete bathrooms and showers in both the dormitories.
- $8,357 spent. Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to implementing sustainability initiatives that foster self-reliance and resource development within our community. Through projects such as regenerative agriculture dairy farming poultry keeping solar energy clean water access and irrigation systems we aim to create lasting positive impacts. In the past year we have achieved significant milestones by initiating a regenerative agriculture project expanding farming operations by leasing additional land for maize and bean cultivation and bolstering our dairy program through the acquisition of more cows and expanding cow shed. These endeavors not only address nutritional needs but also provide valuable hands-on learning experiences and income-generating opportunities for both the children and staff at our center. Our commitment to sustainability and community empowerment drives us to continually enhance these vital programs for the betterment of all involved.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 2025.
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 August 2008.
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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