Southside Health Education Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- Raising each dollar of donations cost 66 cents.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND LOANS TO RESIDENTS OF SOUTHSIDE VIRGINIA WHO HAVE THE DESIRE AND AMBITION TO BECOME HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS BUT WHO LACK SUFFICIENT FINANCIAL RESOURCES. SHEF ALSO SERVES AS A RESOURCE FOR INFORMATION THAT SUPPORTS HEALTH CARE OPPORTUNITIES IN OUR COMMUNITY.
- Income
- $227,536
- Spending
- $115,435
- Spent on programs
- 51%
- Reserves
- Over 10 years of spending
- Largest source of income
- investment income, 82%
- Employees
- 1
- Highest pay
- $67,258, executive director
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: 82 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover more than ten years of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 49% of income.
Spending floor
0 of 1551% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 66 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
Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 87% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 2510 of 10 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (2)
- $43,932 spent. SHEF Scholarship Program: Southside Health Education Foundation (SHEF) is transforming the future of healthcare by directly investing in the next generation of professionals. By providing scholarships and forgivable loans to students pursuing careers in the allied healthcare industry, SHEF is not just supporting individuals, it is strengthening entire communities. With a vision of cultivating a homegrown healthcare workforce, one that is trained within the region and remains in the region, SHEF is creating lasting change. The SHEF Scholarship Program ensures that talented, dedicated students have the financial support they need to turn their aspirations into reality. By eliminating financial barriers, SHEF empowers students to pursue rewarding healthcare careers, filling critical gaps in the local workforce and improving access to quality care. SHEF's commitment goes beyond funding, it fosters a sustainable healthcare ecosystem where professionals educated in the region stay to serve their neighbors. This investment in local talent has a ripple effect, ensuring that future generations benefit from a robust, well-trained healthcare workforce. Through its work, SHEF is not only shaping careers, it is shaping the future of healthcare in the community. In 2024, scholarships were awarded to 24 recipients pursuing a degree in an allied health career field. The scholarships were disbursed from 6 different funds.
- $14,644 spent. SHEF Health Careers Explorers Program: Southside Health Education Foundation (SHEF) is dedicated to strengthening the healthcare workforce within the SHEF Service Region by fostering early interest in healthcare careers and providing students with meaningful opportunities for exploration. Through its comprehensive initiatives, SHEF serves as a crucial pipeline for workforce development, ensuring that students gain the knowledge, exposure, and connections needed to pursue careers in the healthcare industry. At the heart of these efforts is the SHEF Health Careers Explorers Program, designed to introduce high school students to the vast possibilities within healthcare. Through engaging experiences, students learn about different career paths, interact with professionals in the field, and gain firsthand insights into the industry. To further expand its impact, SHEF plans to extend the program to middle school students, offering them early exposure to healthcare professions and inspiring them to consider their future careers. Additionally, SHEF will host quarterly career nights, each focused on a specific healthcare field, providing students with valuable networking opportunities and in-depth knowledge about various specialties. One of the most exciting aspects of the Explorers Program is its summer camp, a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in healthcare exploration. The camp allows participants to visit healthcare systems, engage with professionals, and explore higher education campuses, helping them envision their paths in the medical field. Through these hands-on experiences, students gain deeper insights into the healthcare sector, preparing them for future educational and career pursuits. By providing these initiatives, SHEF is shaping the future of healthcare by equipping the next generation with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration they need to succeed. Through mentorship, education, and experiential learning, SHEF is ensuring that students are well-prepared to embark on meaningful careers that will contribute to the well-being of their communities.
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
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 2007.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 October 7, 2026.
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