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Life Academy Inc

EIN 83-2826473 · Apollo Beach, FL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair69 out of 100GovernanceGood78 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Life Academy is a sports and education based youth development organization dedicated to equipping children with essential life skills and cultivating independence, resilience, confidence, and lifelong growth. Through enriching programs, supportive relationships, and a safe, engaging environment, we empower every child to thrive in school, sports, and life.

Income
$1.6 million
Spending
$1.6 million
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
0.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 91%
Employees
52
Volunteers
16
Highest pay
$123,427, manager

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

Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (health care, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 9% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 3% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 36% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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: 78 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (health care, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 3 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

    5 of 5

    Keeps 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

    0 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 (1)
  1. $1.3 million spent. Life Academy Summer Camp offers a wide range of activities including swimming, tennis, gardening, sewing and more. Campers are encouraged to explore new interests and develop their skills in a safe and nuturing environment. The program is designed to foster independence, teamwork and a love for the outdoors. Each day is filled with exciting adventures that help children grow and learn while making lasting friendships. Each year, Life Academy serves 200 unique students through the Summer Camp program. Life Academy Before and After Care is a one stop shop for busy parents and active kids. Life Academy provides transportation to the 7 acre facility and keeps children active from the time students arrive until pick up (as late as 6:30 pm). Life Academy has extracurricular activities on site to choose from via the add-on programs. Full day services are offered on holidays and days off of school starting at 6:30 am. The program supports the South Hillsborough workforce while providing each student the opportunity to discover and explore their passions. Students are exposed to tennis, swimming, martial arts, social skills, horse riding, gardening, bike riding, canoeing, arts and crafts, basketball, football, wiffleball, rock climbing and more. Each year Life Academy serves 400 unique students through the Before and After Care program. Life Academy Juniors (Ages 3-4) is tailored specifically for 3 & 4 year olds, providing a safe and nuturing environment led by experienced Florida Certified Educators. Our program focuses on developing social skills, literacy, problem-solving, creativity, and motor skills through play and exploration. Juniors learn to respect differences and develop friendships and classroom etiquette. Daily lessons are designed to help children grow into kind humans and strong citizens, emphasizing the importance of life skills learned on the play yard. Our goal is to foster a love for learning and a sense of community in our youngest students. Each year Life Academy serves 75 unique students through the Juniors program.

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 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 October 13, 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 2025.

    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 March 2020.

    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 October 21, 2026.

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