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Poor-Soldiers of Christ and of the Temple of Solomon

EIN 82-3751491 · Los Angeles, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair66 out of 100GovernanceFair61 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To promote uphold and defend the Christian faith through out the world and to promotethe ancient principles of the Templar Order as defined by St Bernard of Clairvaus

Income
$395,128
Spending
$389,594
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
0.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
1,100

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 66 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 0% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    100% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 61 out of 100. Higher than 53% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    0 of 5

    Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Independent check of accounts

    12 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 30, 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. $389,594 spent. 2025 was a busy year. There were three main iniatives: Chapter House Renovation, Templar Community Safety Initiative, and a Definitive History book of the Templars. Detailed discussion of each of these are found on the Service pages.
  2. The nonprofit continues to publish books, magazines, pamphlets and reports for the education and spiritual growth of people. Historical books educate readers about our origin and ethos. For example, a book written in 2020 titled DEUS VULT - Re conquista of the West - Knights Templar Order is frequently used to educate. The nonprofit also maintains several chat rooms covering dozens of self-hellp topics with access to free resources. The nonprofit covers everything from good home making skills,religious instruction, marriage counsel, children tips, cooking, sports and health, plus personal development. All resources are free and maintained by volunteers. in 2025 We continued a bereavement counselling service as many of our people are elderly This has just recently started and it is receiving tremendous responses from members and non-members. We also offer free Bible study courses. They are emailed out weekly as well as sermons, including
  3. teachings of all manner of topics. Supporters, members and the wider community use these services.
  4. Listed Later See services pages
  5. PROJECT 1 CHAPTER HOUSE RENOVATION We embarked on a major renovation of a Chapter House to provide accommodation, conference facilities and respite space for our members and the public. The project required a great deal of planning and effort from many different directions. As the building was very old, we first had to make it structurally safe before any renovation work could be undertaken. We managed to save costs by using architects and structural engineers who were sympathetic to our organization, and we used skilled men from our own ranks whenever we could. We had to install new windows and carry out a complete rewire and plumbing throughout the building to bring it into line with various safety codes and make it fit for purpose in a modern setting. We still need to install a heating system and fully decorate the entire building. The project should be completed next year, as we only work on it when labour and funds permit. Progress has been possible because of volunteer labor. Members have given evenings, weekends and holidays

Source: Form 990 for the year ending November 30, 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 November 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 December 2021.

    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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