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Y-Knot Missions

EIN 82-3224276 · Round Rock, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Y-KNOT Missions is a Christian nonprofit organization serving in Cap-Hatien Haiti. We impact more than 2,500 individuals annually through a locally led holistic ministry model. With a team of more than 50 Haitian members Y-KNOT Missions provides year-round gospel-focused programming for children youth and adults. Programs include primary education adult literacy economic empowerment initiatives pastoral care agricultural development soccer leagues and mobility assistance. Our vision is to see lasting transformation in Haiti by uplifting communities equipping individuals and building sustainable solutions led by and for the people we serve through the power of Christ.

Income
$311,658
Spending
$292,176
Spent on programs
89%
Reserves
3.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 92%
Employees
2
Volunteers
115
Highest pay
$60,000, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.3 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 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 82% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    89% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 79% of charities in its peer group (international, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 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, 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 (5)
  1. $117,351 spent. EDUCATION- We serve over 300 most-at-risk children through two Christ-centered schools providing quality education from PK3 through 7th grade with certified teachers daily meals books an after-school program and supplies. Alongside formal schooling we are also addressing the broader needs of the community through an adult literacy program in Haiti-where many adults lack basic reading and writing skills-helping them gain independence and new opportunities for their families.
  2. $77,637 spent. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & WELLNESS- Led a community development initiative that helps families create sustainable income through goat and chicken programs The Jordan Project while also generating local jobs and reinvesting profits back into the community and YKM programs. Alongside economic support we run a boys and girls soccer league for youth ages 7-17 that teaches teamwork discipline and leadership through coaching and discipleship. We also support individuals with disabilities by providing wheelchairs to improve mobility and daily life. Our goal through all of this is to make Christ known and help meet the spiritual and physical needs of people for transformation in Christ.
  3. $7,160 spent. SPIRITUAL FORMATION- We provide local pastors and church leaders with the necessary training resources and support so they can best serve their communities. We partner with 5 churches and pastors in Northern Haiti.
  4. $1,366 spent. Building on the impact and lessons learned in Haiti Y-KNOT Missions began exploring opportunities to extend its work to other communities in need. During the 2025 tax year the organization conducted exploratory vision trips to Guatemala to assess community needs evaluate potential partnerships and determine the feasibility of launching locally led programs aligned with its mission. While no formal programs were established during this period these efforts focused on relationship building and strategic planning laying the groundwork for a planned program launch in 2026.
  5. $57,278 spent. The organization reports that expenditures were allocated to program services to the extent they directly supported exempt purpose activities and program delivery. Program service expenses totaled 57,291 and included 48,000 in compensation 235 in management support services 1,000 in accounting services 972 in information technology services and 7,071 in travel. These costs were incurred in direct support of program operations and are properly classified as program service expenses based on their relationship to the organizations exempt purpose activities.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 April 2018.

    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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