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Ampowering

EIN 82-1392485 · Redmond, WA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood72 out of 100GovernanceGood84 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of AmPowering is to be a catalyst to enable vulnerable communities to enhance & develop their quality of life by creating opportunities encompassing educational, socio-economic and behavioral transformations. We are committed to empowering women, youth and enriching families and transforming communities.

Income
$416,811
Spending
$460,781
Spent on programs
92%
Reserves
6.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 78%
Employees
2
Volunteers
300
Highest pay
$60,000, chief executive officer

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

Good: 72 out of 100. Higher than 47% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 10% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 11% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 23% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    92% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 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

Good: 84 out of 100. Higher than 69% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    4 of 4 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

    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. $212,106 spent. Feed The Need, Mayka & Emergency Support (India & USA): In 2024, AmPowering continued to expand its humanitarian outreach through the Feed The Need, Mayka, and Maa Ki Rasoi programs, providing essential support to individuals and families in crisis across the United States and India. Through these initiatives, AmPowering fed approximately 2,500 homeless and low-income families every week in the United States and India and also 760 underprivileged schoolchildren daily in rural India. Assistance included groceries, freshly prepared meals, rental and utility support, interim hotel shelter, hygiene items, and emergency aid for families facing homelessness or financial hardship. Under the Mayka program, AmPowering continued to provide safe temporary shelter for domestic-violence survivors, single mothers, mental health patients and families in transition. The program also offered guidance and advocacy for mental-health clients, supporting individuals coping with emotional trauma, physical disabilities, and chronic illnesses such as cancer.
  2. $84,843 spent. Arts & Culture: AmPowering celebrated culture and community through landmark events such as North America Fashion Week, Festival of Light & Joy With Garba, the Grand Diwali Ball, and the Festival of Color. These events promoted cultural inclusion, artisan craftsmanship, and small-business engagement while showcasing the diversity of the South Asian community. The City of Renton invited AmPowering to host some of these festivals to foster cultural tourism, economic activity, and community connection. Collectively, these programs drew thousands of participants and strengthened AmPowering's role as a leading promoter of multicultural arts and diversity in the region. Each program also served as a fundraising event for AmPowering, while fulfilling the vision & mission of AmPowering. Global Women Festival felicitates several women and is known for being an inspiring event for many.
  3. $127,264 spent. Women Empowerment & Community Development: AmPowering hosted the Global Women Festival 2024 and associated leadership awards and pageants in the City of Renton, attended by over 2,000 people. Through the EmPower Up initiative, AmPowering helps women earn with dignity. AmPowering supported the Dehaat Program, focused on empowering rural women and improving access to education, nutrition, and economic opportunity. Together, these initiatives advanced AmPowering's mission to uplift underserved communities through compassion, equity, and empowerment-serving thousands globally with dignity and sustainable impact.

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 December 2017.

    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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