Local Hearts Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our primary exempt purpose is to support, feed and provide resources for low income families. Especially the children in under resourced areas of Los Angeles County and Orange County of California. In 2024 we expanded by adding 4 other cities in our backpack and turkey giveaways. We now have 5 main programs we support the community with annually. However we are busier than ever year round now since the pandemic we have had to fill in assisting in areas that require more attention, help and assistance. 5 main programs are: Love our Vendors, Easter basket giveaway, Education is Power backpack and school supplies giveaway, Diamond and Turkeys turkey and food giveaway, and A Diamond Christmas toy and gift giveaway.
- Income
- $157,575
- Spending
- $49,300
- Reserves
- 38.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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 (5)
- $25,500 spent. Our biggest annual program/ services is Diamonds and Turkeys. We host this event at MacArthur Park in Long Beach, CA. Over 50 volunteers make it possible. We are providing a holiday meal to over 3000 families to prepare for their own family gatherings. Including dry and canned food goods. We have had groceries like rice, pasta, beans, and other non-perishable food items. food insecurities are very high in the neighborhoods we support. Each family receives enough food for a family of 6 to enjoy the holiday spirit of love and sharing together with their loved ones to build a better foundation for their future.
- $12,500 spent. In December we host our Annual Diamond Christmas Event at MacArthur Park in Long Beach, CA. We giveaway toys and other gifts to the under served communities. We handed out over 36000 toys to thousands of children and their families. With the help of over 80 volunteers we are able to provide a true holiday experience with gifts to children who usually don't get the privilege regularly in their household, and may not ever experience that without help from community organizations.
- $21,500 spent. Our program Education is Power: Backpack & School supplies giveaway is always a huge success. We giveaway 2500 backpacks filled with school supplies to school age children in lower income neighborhoods. Hosted at MacArthur Park at Homeland Cultural Center. We provide markers, pens, pencils, folders, binders, mirrors, rulers, staplers and many other necessary school items. We have helped thousands of families prepare for the new school year with this program in place since 2012. Its impact is huge in the community. We offer a fun and lively event filled with resources to lessen the burden on parents and guardians of student age children of all grades.
- $1,645 spent. Defend Eloteros is the newest program. It came out of necessity when there was an increase in crime on street venders in Los Angeles, and Long Beach, CA. Those who were attacked while trying to work for a living to feed their families. We provide safety training, pepper spray, megaphones, body armor and other self defense guidance
- $6,500 spent. We have added Baskets & Pancakes: an Easter basket giveaway and pancake breakfast for low income families. We host at MacArthur Park every year since 2020. This event is focused on bringing parents down to their childs level, literally. The attendees children receive a basket and pancakes. The adults also enjoy a pancake breakfast with their children. The attendees are encouraged to have a picnic and play and eat with their children. It is aimed to promote joyful play in families to help the child feel loved and safe with a healthy relationship with their parent or guardian.
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 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 February 2019.
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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