Motivated and Empowered Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To empower and equip girls and boys facing systemic barriers to realize their full potential through educational resources, mentorship, leadership development, and community support. Motivated and Empowered Inc. provides holistic support, including social-emotional learning, violence prevention, financial literacy, and workforce development, ensuring youth have access to tools for success and resilience.
- Income
- $72,139
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 81%
- Highest pay
- $4,000, director of youth services
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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)
- $7,500 spent. Description: Provided structured after-school programs focusing on academic support, leadership development, financial literacy, and violence prevention for girls and boys ages 5-18. The program also included mentorship opportunities and social-emotional learning to enhance self-esteem and leadership skills. Number of Persons Benefited: Over 700 youth across 7 school districts in Cuyahoga and Summit County.
- $55,000 spent. Hosted the EMpower Me Conference to provide mentorship, leadership development, and empowerment sessions for youth and young adults. The conference featured workshops on personal development, financial literacy, and career readiness, with keynote speakers and interactive sessions designed to inspire and motivate attendees. Number of Persons Benefited: Over 200 youth and young adults participated in the conference.
- $28,000 spent. Hosted the More 2 Me Conference specifically designed for boys, focusing on personal development, leadership, and empowerment. The event included workshops on positive decision-making, financial literacy, and health and wellness. It also provided mentorship and role models to inspire boys to reach their full potential. Number of Persons Benefited: Over 150 boys participated in the conference.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 November 6, 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 July 2020.
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 November 4, 2026.
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