Aps Training Institute Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To empower vulnerable communities in Aurora by providing free and low-cost education and vocational opportunities in STEM.
- Income
- $287,041
- Spending
- $319,620
- Spent on programs
- 89%
- Reserves
- 0.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 62%
- Employees
- 4
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 33 out of 100. Higher than 6% of charities in its peer group (science, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.1 months of spending.
Debt
5 of 20It owes 70% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 11% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 1589% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 23 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 52 out of 100. Higher than 23% of charities in its peer group (science, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
18 of 252 of 3 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no 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.
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, 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 (1)
- $285,402 spent. APS Training Institute continues its mission to serve the underprivileged by planting the seeds of education and cultivating the growth of technical careers. We provide flexible, low-cost STEM learning opportunities for recent graduates, single mothers, veterans, older workers, and shift-based employees through evening, weekend, and webinar-based programming. Our Petal Project model nurtures curious learners from seed to STEM, supporting the emergence of confident, career-ready individuals. In 2024, APS Training Institute advanced economic equality by expanding access to STEAM education for underserved and underrepresented communities. Key accomplishments include: 3,103 total learners served through APS Training Academy programming in 2024. 49 new STEAM courses delivered in partnership with local schools, community centers, and the City of Aurora. Continued on Schedule O 100% of learners identified as underserved or underrepresented in STEM fields. 95% of families served were living below the Area Median Income. 68% of participants identified as Hispanic/Latinx or Black/African American, exceeding diversity access goals. 41% of all learners were female or non-binary Programs reached 28 area schools, 12 community locations, and multiple youth-focused partners including Urban Youth Ministries, NAACP Northern Lights, Fox Valley Park District, Boys & Girls Club, Family Focus, and the City of Aurora. 2024 Student Experience & Workforce Inspiration Students reported strong engagement, with 85% saying they enjoyed the STEAM projects and 65% saying they felt confident in their STEAM abilities after participating. Young learners expressed enthusiasm for advanced topics including robotics, cybersecurity, 3D printing, artificial intelligence, drones, renewable energy, and computer science. Programs fostered teamwork, crea
Source: Form 990 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 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 2024.
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 June 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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