Hope Blooms
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- Only 32% of its spending went to programs.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
We repurpose donated flowers into bedside bouquets for individuals facing isolaton, loneliness or hardship, reminding them they matter. We nurture emotional/social well-being through simple, heartfelt gestrures and serve nearly 100 care facilities and community partners year round.
- Income
- $317,522
- Spending
- $242,365
- Spent on programs
- 32%
- Reserves
- 15.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 99%
- Employees
- 0
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: 85 out of 100. Higher than 64% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 15.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 24% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 5% on the year before.
Spending floor
0 of 1532% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 19 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: 64 out of 100. Higher than 39% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
0 of 250 of 0 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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)
- $22,854 spent. Petal it Forward: door-to-door delivery of repurposed flower bouquet to individuals, fostering a sense of connection and belonging: a simple act of presence and care, often the highlight of someones day. Program focuses on human connection - sharing joy, kindness and a reminder that no one is forgotten.
- $26,514 spent. Flower Empower Program: Therapeutic, hands-on floral activity where individuals create their own bouquets with gentle support of volunteers, promoting dignity, creativity and connection through shared moments of beauty; an opportunity for individuals to express themselves, be seen and feel a sense of accomplishment. Program emphasizes companionship, creativity choice and self-expression while nuturing a sense of belonging and personal agency.
- $6,549 spent. Community Engagement Program: actively engaging thousands of members of community: from flower repurposing to direct delivery and program support and more. Through volunteerism, partnerships, workplace event and special initiatives, people of all ages and backgrounds are invited to take part in spreading kindness and connection. This hands on involvement fosters empathy, strengthens community bonds and reminds participants of the power of simple gestures to uplift others. By creating meaningful ways to serve, Hope Blooms not only supports those facing hardship but also nutures purpose, compassion and joy in the hearts of those who give.
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
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? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
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 2024.
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 August 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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