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Xi Phi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc

EIN 82-5303064 · Summerville, SC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceFair50 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Alpha Excellence Foundation, associated with the Xi Phi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., is dedicated to supportingeducational and leadership development programs within the community. The chapter actively engages in community service, leadershipdevelopment, and educational initiatives, embodying the fraternity's mission. The Alpha Excellence Foundation, supports educational and leadershipdevelopment programs. A signature event associated with this foundation is the annual Black Ice Gala, organized by the Xi Phi Lambda Chapter toraise funds for scholarships and community programs. Additionally, the chapter hosts the Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratorical Competition, encouragingyouth to engage in public speaking on themes of freedom, justice, and democracy. These activities align with the fraternity's broader mission todevelop leaders and promote academic excellence.

Income
$138,888
Spending
$88,253
Spent on programs
90%
Reserves
18.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
79

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

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 82% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 18.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 36% of income.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    90% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 cents.

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

Governance

Fair: 50 out of 100. Higher than 24% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    8 of 8 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

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending October 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. $53,110 spent. The Alpha Excellence Foundation 1906 Scholarship seeks to empower and support the academic pursuits of promising African American high school male seniors thatembody the principles of leadership, scholarship, and service. The scholarship aims to recognize and award outstanding achievements, fostering educationalexcellence within the community. By investing in the educational aspirations of deserving students, the Alpha Excellence Foundation seeks to contribute to thedevelopment of future leaders who will make meaningful contributions to society. Number/Amount of Awards: 3 @ $1906 each
  2. $22,172 spent. Payment of district, regional and national obligations for the Fraternity
  3. Payment of district, regional and national obligations for the Fraternity

Source: Form 990 for the year ending October 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 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 May 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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