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Village Place

EIN 82-4519199 · Little Rock, AR

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair62 out of 100GovernanceStrong93 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive community for youth in Arkansas. Our team consists of a diverse group of professionals with varying perspectives and experiences who have come together with a common goal in mind - to provide accessible resources and programs to our community. We believe in the power of collectivism to create change and every day we work together to inspire educate and act as a catalyst for the collective power of BIPOC youth to create more equitable and sustainable communities.

Income
$258,183
Spending
$258,201
Spent on programs
86%
Reserves
0 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 91%
Employees
0
Volunteers
20
Highest pay
$35,658, executive director

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

Financial health

Fair: 62 out of 100. Higher than 33% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 110% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    86% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

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

Governance

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 85% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $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

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited 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 January 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 (3)
  1. $100,522 spent. ELL Program: The Experiential Learning Lab ELL Program is a paid internship initiative that provides opportunities for BIPOC students in Little Rock AR to explore various trades and careers. Our program partners with local businesses delivering an immersive experience that allows youth to gain insights into how a particular industry works. We offer a comprehensive curriculum which combines both classroom learning and on-the-job training giving them a unique opportunity to gain essential skills. Our program is dedicated to creating a positive impact on our students lives. Over thirty students received no-cost OSHA-10 training and access to workforce development.
  2. $100,000 spent. Our Voices: Media art and storytelling have the power to magnify blaring inequities generate questions catalyze social innovation and instigate urgent transformation. Through Our Voices we challenge injustice by empowering youth to become systems change-makers in the form of narrative and story strategists artists and community organizers using creative outlets to advance creative solutions and problem-solving strategies. Students also experience history through a hands-on approach traveling to landmarks throughout the country. Students created a 140-page publication that encouraged positive narratives about young people in our community.
  3. $22,250 spent. DreamSpace: DreamSpace is more than just a project - its a movement. In a world facing complex challenges we need a new way of thinking and collaborating. Thats where DreamSpace comes in. This innovative initiative brings together minds from the community to envision and build a better present and future. Imagine a dynamic inclusive space where creativity meets problem-solving and ideas transform into real-world solutions. By joining DreamSpace youll be at the heart of this transformative process contributing your unique perspectives and skills to make a meaningful impact.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 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 October 13, 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 January 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 2019.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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