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The Schreiber Research Group

EIN 83-2233301 · Denver, CO

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak49 out of 100GovernanceGood86 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE SCHREIBER RESEARCH GROUP (TSRG) IS A TEAM OF EXPERTS WHOSE MISSION IS TO IMPROVE SUBSTANCE-USE-RELATED OUTCOMES THROUGH COMMUNITY OUTREACH, CONSULTING SERVICES, AND RESEARCH.

Income
$400,504
Spending
$428,875
Spent on programs
76%
Reserves
2.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 93%
Employees
5
Volunteers
5
Highest pay
$160,512, vice president

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

Financial health

Weak: 49 out of 100. Higher than 16% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 7% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 39% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    76% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 cents.

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

Governance

Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 66% of charities in its peer group (health care, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 6 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    0 of 5

    Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 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 (4)
  1. $223,604 spent. HRSA Implementation Program:The HRSA Implementation Program supported the development and operationalization of coordinated community-based strategies to address substance use disorder in rural and underserved regions of Southeast Colorado. Through this initiative, The Schreiber Research Group convenes cross-sector stakeholders including public health agencies, healthcare providers, behavioral health organizations, law enforcement, and community-based partners to strengthen local systems of care. Core activities included conducting community needs assessments, facilitating coalition development, expanding access to evidence-based services, and building the capacity of local organizations to respond to substance use and related health outcomes. The program emphasizes data-informed decision making through regular data collection, analysis, and dissemination, enabling communities to identify service gaps, align resources, and implement sustainable, locally driven solutions.
  2. $62,015 spent. HRSA Overdose Response Program:The HRSA Overdose Response Program focused on reducing overdose morbidity and mortality through coordinated, rapid-response strategies in high-need rural communities. Through this initiative, TSRG developed a workforce training program for Peer Recovery Support Specialists (PRSS) and established a scholarship fund to expand access for individuals in recovery. The program enabled participants to obtain formal PRSS training and connect to employment pathways that could transition into permanent roles. As a result, TSRG successfully trained and hired two Peer Recovery Support Specialists in Southeast Colorado and awarded five scholarships to individuals pursuing recovery and workforce advancement opportunities.
  3. $42,074 spent. AmeriCorps Program:The AmeriCorps Program supports capacity building and program development efforts at The Schreiber Research Group to advance workforce development and recovery-oriented services. AmeriCorps VISTA members are embedded within TSRG to support research, data analysis, program design, and stakeholder engagement activities that strengthen organizational infrastructure and expand service delivery. Through this program, TSRG develops and refines workforce pathways for individuals in recovery, enhances partnerships with community and institutional stakeholders, and builds sustainable systems to support long-term impact. AmeriCorps members contribute to grant development, program evaluation, and implementation planning, helping to translate research into practice and scale innovative models that address substance use disorder and related social determinants of health.
  4. OTHER KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Research publications (1 paper, 1 report)Fiscal management of grants (3 grants)Fundraising (individual donors)Consulting projects (grant writing, DPS)AmeriCorps Members (2)Community Outreach (HRSA RSV, Empower Forward/Safety Jam, DOAC)UC Davis Consulting ProjectHRSA grants completed (2)

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since October 2019.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 October 7, 2026.

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