Way Resource Center
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To help the serve the community by providing assistance with job skills mental assessment of job preparedness and life skills understanding of finances and opportunities that are available based on ones training and education. There is a focus on Low to Moderate Income families and the under represented communities in our area.
- Income
- $410,500
- Spending
- $223,999
- Spent on programs
- 100%
- Reserves
- 11.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 94%
- Employees
- 3
- Volunteers
- 6
- Highest pay
- $30,370, director of operations
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
Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 74% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 11.3 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 45% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 82% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 15100% 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: 86 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 255 of 5 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a 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
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 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 (3)
- $127,679 spent. The Way Resource Center implemented the Community Worker Outreach Project CWOP in partnership with the California Department of Industrial Relations to advance worker rights education workplace safety awareness and equitable access to labor protections across the High Desert region. Through a trusted messenger model the organization conducted culturally responsive outreach targeting low-income underserved and historically marginalized populations. Program activities included large-scale community engagement through door-to-door canvassing phone banking and participation in high-traffic community events. During the reporting period the organization reached over 3,300 individuals through direct outreach engaged approximately 2,400 participants at community events distributed more than 2,200 educational materials and completed over 6,000 phone contacts to increase awareness of worker protections and available state resources. The program also included employer engagement strategies to promote safe and compliant workplace practices while connecting workers to workforce development opportunities and supportive services. These efforts contributed to increased community awareness improved worker protections and stronger connections between public agencies and the communities they serve.
- $82,880 spent. The Way Resource Center partnered with the California Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications OCPSC to implement trusted messenger outreach and community engagement initiatives designed to increase access to critical public resources. The program focused on connecting underserved populations to state-supported services including health economic assistance and emergency preparedness programs. Using a community-based and culturally responsive approach the organization conducted outreach through local events digital engagement and direct community interaction. Staff provided one-on-one assistance to help individuals understand and enroll in available programs while also building trust between public institutions and historically underrepresented communities. The program prioritized outreach to low-income families communities of color and geographically isolated residents in the High Desert region. Through these efforts The Way Resource Center expanded access to vital resources improved community awareness and strengthened regional engagement with state initiatives.
- $13,440 spent. The Way Resource Center delivered workforce development and youth engagement programs aimed at increasing economic mobility career readiness and personal development for individuals facing barriers to employment. Services included job readiness training resume and interview preparation digital literacy education and access to employment opportunities. The organization also implemented youth-focused programming including digital media and broadcasting training designed to build technical skills promote positive self-expression and support mental health awareness. These programs provided youth with constructive pathways for skill development while fostering confidence and long-term career interest. Participants received hands-on training and mentorship to support successful entry into the workforce with a focus on serving low-income individuals and families. Through these combined efforts the organization strengthened workforce readiness expanded digital access and supported the long-term stability of the communities served.
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
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 December 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 March 2019.
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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