The Mindful Group Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Mindful Group Inc. is a Milwaukee-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved communities through workforce training, job placement, and holistic support services. Our mission is to provide access to education, employment, and essential resources that foster economic self-sufficiency and career advancement. We specialize in skilled trades training, career pathway development, and strategic partnerships with businesses and educational institutions. Our wraparound services-such as housing, childcare, and transportation assistance-remove barriers to success. By leveraging data-driven workforce solutions, we create sustainable career opportunities for individuals facing employment challenges, including justice-involved individuals and low-income families. Through innovation and community collaboration, The Mindful Group is building a stronger, more equitable workforce.
- Income
- $200,000
- Spending
- $62,538
- Spent on programs
- 100%
- Reserves
- 26.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 1
- Highest pay
- $20,000, director
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
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 86% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, under $250k).
Reserves
35 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 26.4 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 69% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 167% 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, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 89% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 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
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
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 (3)
- $55,000 spent. Scholarship Program. We provide scholarships to individuals who don't qualify for traditional WIOA funding to participate in vocational training programs. We have provided scholarships for 11 individuals
- $1,538 spent. Transportation assistance. We provide innovative solutions for individuals who have the barrier of transportation stopping them from the successful participation in training programs or work. This is done in the form of Uber, Group transport via company owned vehicle, and bus passes.
- $6,000 spent. Housing Support. We have emergency housing support for individuals facing homelessness. This is done in partnership with organizations that have available rooms and apartments.
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? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on May 15, 2024 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on May 15, 2024.
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 September 2024.
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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