Transitional Youth Mobilizing for Change
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The mission of TYM4Change is to empower youth to achieve their full potential and become agents of change in their communities through learning, research, and action.
- Income
- $418,584
- Spending
- $426,054
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- 5.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 93%
- Employees
- 12
- Highest pay
- $54,000, executive dir.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 73 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 5.2 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 2% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 2% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 5% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1587% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 64 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
18 of 253 of 3 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
0 of 7Reports no 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
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 (4)
- $173,466 spent. Sierra Health Foundation - The Kern Equity Youth (KEY) Project:The Sierra Health Foundation provided a three-year grant under Elevate Youth California (marijuana tax) funding. Grant activities are focused on researching the underlying social, health, and economic factors that contribute toward youth substance use. TYM4Change will be filming a documentary examining, from the perspectives of those living in three targeted zip codes (93301, 93304, 93307) the local policy changes needed to support increasing youth access to education, health, and jobs. KEY Documentary. We are in the process of developing the KEY Documentary deliverable. The storyline follows the journey of our youth becoming agents of change in their community, with a geographical focus being Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Park and how our youth are able to help support additional policy changes before and during the park renovations, in addition to conducting interviews of our youth, members of the community, park officials, and more. Were very excited to see how the development with the policy around the sharps containers turns out. Were aiming to make that one of the climaxes of the documentary.
- $145,597 spent. Sierra Health Foundation - Equity Rise: the Heart of southeast Project:The organization produces and distributes media content, including the Voices 4 Kern Podcast and the documentary Equity Rise: The Heart of Southeast, to elevate community voices and promote dialogue around equity, youth empowerment, and community-driven change. As part of this initiative, the organization presented the documentary to students participating in Project BEST, facilitating discussion and engagement on issues impacting youth and underserved communities. These activities are designed to foster awareness, encourage civic participation, and strengthen partnerships that support and amplify youth perspectives.The staff and youth continue to present monthly podcasts that vary in subject matter.
- $48,591 spent. EVENTS AND PROJECTS:Beginning in June 2025, the organization will launch a comprehensive Staff and Volunteer Training Program designed to strengthen the capacity of its workforce in supporting the communities it serves. The program will provide instruction in non-therapeutic support group facilitation, effective focus group engagement, and diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. These trainings are intended to enhance participant skills, promote inclusive community engagement, and improve the overall quality of services delivered. Following the initial training series, the organization will develop peer-led professional development workshops tailored for youth volunteers. In addition, staff will complete mentorship training in preparation for the formal launch of the organizations Mentorship Program in June 2025, with the goal of fostering leadership development, skill-building, and sustained support for youth participants.May 12; INSPIRE Assemblies and Focus Group (Mira Monte)The organization introduced its INSPIRE program to students at Mira Monte through two school assemblies featuring guest speakers and interactive educational activities. Following the assemblies, the organization conducted outreach to encourage student participation and hosted a focus group to gather youth feedback and insights to inform future programming.May 13; Financial Literacy Workshop. The organization hosted a financial literacy workshop for youth volunteers during a regularly scheduled youth meeting. The session focused on credit scores, credit cards, and responsible financial management, equipping participants with practical financial education skills.May 14 Cost of Poverty Experience (COPE) SimulationStaff participated in a 2.5-hour Cost of Poverty Experience simulation designed to increase awareness of the challenges faced by individuals and families experiencing poverty. This training supported staff development and enhanced service delivery strategies.May 14; KHSD PEAAK Awards RecognitionThe organization was honored to be nominated for the KHSD PEAAK Awards in the category of Most Inspiring Group. Staff and youth volunteers attended the event to celebrate youth achievement, leadership, and community impact.May 15; MLK Jr. Park Year 2 Celebration. The organization celebrated two years of its park adoption at MLK Jr. Park in partnership with local park rangers and Parks & Recreation representatives. The event reaffirmed the organizations commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming community space and announced a third year of service.May 16; INSPIRE Assembly at MLK Elementary School. The organization delivered its INSPIRE Assembly to 5th and 6th grade students at MLK Elementary School. The program included interactive activities and motivational messaging designed to encourage reflection, gratitude, and positive school engagement.May 27; Boys Council and Girls Circle Programs. The organization continued its Boys Council and Girls Circle programming, facilitating group discussions and activities focused on social-emotional learning, trust-building, identity, and healthy relationships.May 29; Mental Health Resource Fair. The organization participated in a regional Mental Health Resource Fair to support mental health awareness and community outreach. Youth volunteers engaged attendees and shared information about the organizations mission and programs.May 30; Youth Mental Health and Wellness Symposium. Youth volunteers attended a regional Youth Mental Health and Wellness Symposium, participating in educational workshops and peer engagement activities focused on mental health awareness, wellness, and community connection.
- $5,097 spent. Tobacco Use Prevention Education:TYM4Change has officially adopted Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park for the length of a year! We are going to be involved in their summer program under the TUPE curriculum/funding, hosting community park clean ups, in addition to building our KEY Documentary around the geographic center of the park, and ideally directly impacting policy changes as the park undergoes construction updates, in addition to conducting interviews with members of the community, park officials, and more.Feb 11; the organization partnered with Sunset Middle School through the T.U.P.E. program to deliver a Film Workshop three times per week in collaboration with the Arvin Union School District. Through this program, students receive instruction in the fundamentals of filmmaking while developing youth-led, anti-tobacco public service announcements. The program emphasizes creative expression, media literacy, and prevention education, while maintaining a consistent on-campus presence to support student engagement and positive health outcomes.May 15; MLK Jr. Park Year 2 Celebration. The organization celebrated two years of its park adoption at MLK Jr. Park in partnership with local park rangers and Parks & Recreation representatives. The event reaffirmed the organizations commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming community space and announced a third year of service.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 October 13, 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 June 2025.
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 October 2018.
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 October 21, 2026.
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