Tamuhack
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
TAMUhack is a hackathon organization dedicated to hosting hackathons for college students. We organize 2 hackathons annually, our flagship hackathon, TAMUHack, and our beginner-friendly hackathon, HowdyHack. Each year, we have over 800 students collaborate to develop both software and hardware engineering projects. Furthermore, TAMUhack hosts different workshop weeks throughout the year in the purpose of educating students on technologies and careers. All of our events are sustained by donations and sponsorships from companies and organizations. The funds for orchestrating the hackathons and workshops are broken down into the following, all of which are provided to the participants at no cost: venue, food catering, snacks and drinks, swag and prizes, and miscellaneous items that support the event. Overall, TAMUhack demonstrates its primary exempt purpose by fostering educational and career development opportunities for students in technology.
- Income
- $74,785
- Spending
- $65,280
- Reserves
- 17.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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 82% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 17.3 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 13% 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)
- $414 spent. We implemented TAMUHack Week and Howdy Week, a series of daily workshops covering rudimentary topics a week before each hackathon. It provides students with more chances to learn various technical disciplines prior to the main event. We teach the fundamentals of collaborating with a development team using GitHub. Our Intro to Web Development workshop covers the basics of website creation. Additionally, we provide guidance on creating and improving resumes, as well as preparing for technical interviews. We also have offered workshops on various specialized subjects such as: Cybersecurity, Computer Vision, Product Management and Design, Industry Case Studies, truth tables using Arduino Web Scraping, Analog Sensors, Data Science, Binary Exploitation, React Framework, Python programming language, Real-time object detection, Containerization using Docker, RESTful API programming, Starting a MongoDB container, and SolidWorks. The TAMUHack team, sponsored companies, and STEM organizations can host workshops. Presenting the workshops is an entirely voluntary activity where the costs are reserving the space to host and free food for participants at the workshops, which is funded through sponsorship and donations. When hosting workshops during TAMUhack week, we will begin planning in weeks advance to allow smooth events. These educational workshops not only impart technical skills but also cultivate professional competencies essential for success in technology careers. By empowering students with practical knowledge and career preparation, we fulfill our exempt purpose of promoting educational advancement and career development in the field of technology.
- $50,648 spent. TAMUhack is an organization dedicated to fostering technological innovation, hands-on education, and professional development among college students. Our primary initiative is hosting TAMUhack, one of the largest collegiate hackathons in Texas, which annually gathers over 800 students from across the nation to collaborate on software and hardware projects over a 24-hour period. The purpose of TAMUhack is to provide an accessible, inclusive, and educational environment where students of all backgrounds and skill levels can apply their classroom knowledge to real-world problems through experiential learning. We fulfill this educational mission in a variety of ways. We facilitate project-based learning. At our events, participants form teams to brainstorm, design, and develop technological solutions to problems ranging from personal productivity tools to social impact initiatives. Participants gain experience in software engineering, design thinking, project management, and technical collaboration. We connect students with industry mentors and professionals. We invite sponsors and community partners from leading tech companies and startups to provide mentorship, give tech talks, and offer resources such as APIs, cloud credits, and hardware kits. These interactions give participants exposure to current industry practices and potential career opportunities. We host career and technical development opportunities. In addition to hackathon weekends, we organize career prep initiatives such as resume reviews, mock interviews, portfolio building sessions, and panels on navigating the tech industry. These resources are free to students and are made possible through sponsorship support. We encourage inclusivity and equity in technology. We provide all students with free admission, food, and resources during our events to ensure that financial need is never a barrier to participation. We actively promote diversity in tech by welcoming participants of all skill levels, majors, and identities. We also offer travel reimbursements and hardware access to underserved students. Our organization is driven by volunteers, people who dedicate their time to planning, organizing, and executing the events. All funding is obtained through corporate sponsorships, in-kind donations, and partnerships. These funds go toward event logistics (venue rentals, food, supplies, travel grants, and prizes), workshop hosting, and educational materials. By creating an open platform for experiential learning, technical education, and career development, TAMUhack directly furthers the educational and charitable goals outlined in our tax-exempt mission. We equip students with critical STEM skills, real-world problem-solving experience, and connections that enhance their future career opportunities in technology and engineering.
- $14,218 spent. HowdyHack is a 24-hour hackathon hosted by TAMUhack, specifically designed to serve beginner and first-time hackers. As an extension of our commitment to advancing technology education and inclusivity, HowdyHack provides a welcoming, low-pressure environment where participants from all backgrounds can learn, build, and explore the world of computer science and engineering. The educational and charitable purpose of HowdyHack is to introduce individuals to foundational principles of software and hardware development through project-based learning, hands-on experimentation, and peer collaboration. It fulfills this mission by lowering the barrier to entry into tech. HowdyHack is intentionally tailored for people who may have never written code, attended a hackathon, or built a technical project before. We provide introductory resources, mentorship, and workshops that guide participants step-by-step through the basics of building a project from scratch. We promote experiential learning in STEM fields. During the event, participants team up to build simple web apps, games, hardware integrations, or data tools that solve real-world or creative problems. This structure encourages practical application of classroom concepts, logical thinking, and teamwork in a fun, time-bound setting. We foster community and peer support. HowdyHack creates a collaborative atmosphere that values learning over competition. Many participants form friendships and long-term project partnerships at the event. We provide structured opportunities to interact with fellow hackers, mentors, and professionals, helping to build a supportive tech community. We ensure access and equity in participation. Participation in HowdyHack is entirely free for students. We provide meals, snacks, event swag, and hardware access at no cost, funded through sponsorships and donations. This ensures financial limitations never prevent a student from participating. We also maintain a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion across all aspects of the event. Furthermore, we encourage career development and confidence building. HowdyHack provides resume-building experiences and opportunities for participants to present their projects to peers and industry judges. This helps participants develop public speaking, technical communication, and self-confidence. All planning, organizing, and execution of HowdyHack is conducted by volunteers. Sponsor funding is used strictly for operational costs, educational materials, hardware, and food for participants. By empowering hackers through accessible, hands-on learning and early exposure to computing, HowdyHack directly furthers our exempt purpose of promoting STEM education, equity in opportunity, and professional development among youth.
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 October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on January 15, 2017 for not filing returns for three years. The IRS now lists it as tax-exempt again.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since March 2017.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.
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