Next Chapter of La Crosse Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Transitional Navigation and Housing for Former Inmates
- Income
- $174,218
- Spending
- $166,087
- Reserves
- 4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 95%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 51% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.0 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 2% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (2)
- $62,561 spent. Our Discipleship Home provides the supportive environment to develop essential life skills for long-term successful reentry. This environment includes a structured program, support network and relationships, meaningful work, and financial stability. **STRUCTURED RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM Our Discipleship Home offers a six month structured, holistic Christian living program that provides day-to-day support for building life skills, habits, and routines necessary for self-sufficiency and community contribution. This provides a safe and stable environment to establish new lifestyle patterns. **SUPPORT NETWORK AND POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS Our Discipleship Home fosters positive relationships within a healthy community setting through staff and volunteer-led resident groups, mentoring, house community building, participation in local churches, and community service opportunities. Participants find the necessary support and encouragement for a successful reentry process. **MEANINGFUL, INCOME-PRODUCING EMPLOYMENT Our program includes full-time employment requirements and monitoring of Department of Corrections compliance. By engaging in meaningful work within the program's framework, residents gain a sense of purpose and significance that helps build resilience in facing challenges during their reentry process. **FINANCIAL STABILITY AND INDEPENDENCE Upon successful completion of the residential program, participants are equipped with savings for initial apartment costs, gainful employment, and established connections within a church community. The program focuses on financial budgeting skills and disciplines to empower participants towards financial stability and independence. **LONG-TERM IMPACT Our Discipleship Home not only provides immediate support but also aims for long-term impact by preparing individuals to maintain gainful employment, pursue career development opportunities, and establish themselves as self-sufficient contributors to their communities. Clinets Impacted:
- $15,000 spent. Our Reentry Navigation is a critical component of the services we provide. These services include Personal Guidance, Customized Reentry Plan, and Support for Families and Communities. **PERSONALIZED "WALK ALONG" GUIDANCE Our program offers a personalized approach to supporting individuals through the reentry process. We conduct a thorough assessment of each individual's unique needs, challenges and goals, developing a customized reentry plan. Our Christ-centered, targeted care helps participants successfully navigate the complexities of reentry as they reintegrate into the community through genuine, supportive relationships. **CUSTOMIZED REENTRY PLAN We use our "Levels of Care" tool to build a customized reentry plan, which includes: * Cost-effective alternative sentencing and probation or extended supervision options. Collaboration that helps streamline processes, improve communication between agencies, and reduce barriers that individuals face during reentry. * Networking and referrals with other partner programs and living opportunities appropriate for them. Ongoing progress checkups, care packages, birthday cards, notes of encouragement and guidance with next steps in their reentry process, including the opportunity to join our Discipleship Home program when ready. **SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES. By providing guidance and resources to families, friends, churches, and other community organizations involved in the reentry process, our Reentry Navigation program extends its impact beyond just the individual. This community-based approach helps create an environment that supports successful reintegration.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 November 6, 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 August 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 November 4, 2026.
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