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Fulfillment in Training

EIN 82-1655620 · Phoenix, AZ

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair69 out of 100GovernanceGood75 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Fulfillment In Training is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving physical wellness, raising awareness around healthy living, and providing underserved populations with access to essential resources. Our aim is to empower individuals through opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and self-sufficiency ultimately enhancing overall quality of life. Fitness is only one part of our mission. We are committed to ongoing education, personal development, and life skills training. F.I.T. hosts regular educational sessions and community forums with city officials, prosecutors, officers, and judges to address real-world issues. Our programs are guided by the needs of the community. We identify challenges and work collaboratively to create effective, action-based solutions.

Income
$200,579
Spending
$192,289
Spent on programs
96%
Reserves
0.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
20

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: 69 out of 100. Higher than 41% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 304% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    96% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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: 75 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 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.

  • 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 (4)
  1. $11,430 spent. FIT provided structured, no-cost athletic and mentorship programs serving over 600 youth across the Phoenix and Tempe areas. Through initiatives like Bigger Than Football, Community Hoop Sessions, and the Balsz Home2First Baseball League (BHBL), participants engaged in physical training, leadership development, and positive social engagement. Each program emphasized teamwork, responsibility, and mental wellness, helping young athletes strengthen community ties and resilience.
  2. $19,860 spent. FIT organized and supported numerous no-cost community events designed to foster healthy lifestyles, family engagement, and mental wellness. Activities included community sports clinics, back-to-school health days, and fitness fairs. These events provided direct access to recreation, nutrition education, and resources for youth and families across the Valley. Also In partnership with Arizona State University's Office of Sex Trafficking Intervention and Research STIR, FIT expanded its community programming to address human trafficking prevention and survivor outreach. The collaboration focused on raising public awareness and developing a survivor-care outreach framework. FIT designed educational and outreach materials, used social media to promote awareness, and hosted a 5K Youth Run for Awareness, four community forums, a neighborhood block party, and benefit drives supporting survivor resources. ASU STIR funded event materials and supplies, while FIT managed community engagement and implementation.
  3. $142,742 spent. FIT partnered with the City of Tempe, City of Phoenix, the Tempe Coalition, and the Balsz School District to deliver after-school and weekend enrichment activities. Programs met measurable performance goals outlined in each contract, including improvements in youth engagement, reduction in risky behaviors, and enhanced community cohesion. All deliverables under these contracts were completed, with over 12,000 volunteer hours contributed by staff, coaches, and community members.
  4. $10,915 spent. FIT continued to integrate workforce readiness and civic engagement components into its sports programs, helping teens develop employable skills, self-discipline, and awareness of community leadership opportunities.

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 2025.

    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 June 2020.

    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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