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International Association of Youth and Students for Peace Inc

EIN 82-5126553 · New York, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceFair59 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Our mission is to advance world peace by empowering youth and students to become global citizens through leadership education and community projects for sustainable development.

Income
$290,318
Spending
$263,373
Spent on programs
99%
Reserves
5.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
2
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

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 5.6 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 9% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 7254% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    99% 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

Fair: 59 out of 100. Higher than 34% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    11 of 11 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • 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, 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 (1)
  1. $261,145 spent. Youth and Students for Peace USA - 2024 Year in ReviewOverview:2024 was a year of expansion, creativity, and global engagement for YSP USA. Through projects in sports, education, culture, and international advocacy, YSP advanced its mission to empower youth as moral and capable leaders of peace, rooted in values of responsibility, service, and Hyo Jeong culture.________________________________________1. Peace Cup LA (January & June)Reviving a long-standing tradition of sport for peace, Peace Cup LA gathered over 2,000 participants across two major events. The tournaments (futsal, basketball, volleyball, e-sports, and a 5K race) promoted unity, teamwork, and reconciliation through friendly competition, supported by LA Galaxy, LA Clippers, and community partners.2. Thailand Bakery Project (March)In collaboration with YSP Thailand, YSP USA helped establish a youth-run bakery in Surin Province. Chef Noriaki To trained local students in pastry skills, generating income and fostering self-reliance. Volunteers highlighted the project's spirit of service and intercultural exchange as a model of sustainable empowerment.3. Global Advocacy & UN Engagement (April-December)YSP USA represented IAYSP in multiple UN forums: ECOSOC Youth Forum Side Event: Co-organized to define global standards for meaningful youth engagement and influence the Pact for the Future. HLPF and Summit of the Future: Delegates participated in high-level UN dialogues on youth inclusion, sustainability, and intergenerational cooperation. Partnership Forum Side Event (2025 preview): With GET-Nepal, YSP showcased girls' empowerment through travel-based leadership training.4. Peace & Prosperity in the Asia-Pacific (May)Co-hosted with UPF and WFWPI at the UN, this luncheon gathered ambassadors from Asia and Africa to promote regional unity and security.5. HyoJeong Social (May)An interactive gathering promoting filial piety ("Hyo") and heartfelt service ("Jeong") as foundations for peaceful relationships and communities.6. Empower Youth Webinars (June)YSP DMV chapter hosted a six-part virtual career series, guiding young people toward purpose-driven professions.7. Africa Photo Project (July)Youth in Lusaka, Nairobi, and Kigali captured their communities through disposable cameras, illustrating peace, resilience, and hope. The initiative built storytelling and leadership skills through art.8. Interfaith and Cultural Outreach (Oct-Dec) IAYSP joined the Spirit of the UN Awards, promoting faith-based youth peacebuilding. Speakers Nagma Shrestha and Tiger Ryan represented YSP at global youth conferences, emphasizing character education and "Peace Starts with Me." The Peace Designer Workshop in Nepal empowered young women through SDG-linked project design. YSP launched the global anthem "In Unity We Rise," uniting youth through music and dance.________________________________________Conclusion:In 2024, YSP USA embodied peace through action-bridging generations, nations, and disciplines. From the soccer field to the UN floor, youth were trained not only as participants but as architects of peace, creativity, and moral transformation.

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 2024.

    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 October 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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