Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Providing inspiration, education and resources to youth, families and communities in need.
- Income
- $294,158
- Spending
- $248,504
- Spent on programs
- 84%
- Reserves
- 6.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
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
Good: 83 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 6.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 16% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 14% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1584% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 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
Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 2514 of 14 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a 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)
- $208,160 spent. The Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation exists to provide inspiration, education, and resources that create transformative moments in the lives of youth through programming that nourishes their mind, strengthens their body, and nurtures their spirit.Brian Dawkins Values Program:The Values Program focuses on mental wellness and financial literacy for middle and high school students. Our Owning Your Cerebral Wellness component helps students understand their mental health, recognize challenges they face, and learn practical ways to handle those challenges. Students also gain the skills to identify and support friends who might be struggling.The Financial Literacy portion teaches students how to make smart money decisions that will benefit them throughout their lives. The program has reached over 5,995 students across 48 schools in Philadelphia and Jacksonville, with 3,860 students completing the Financial Literacy component in 27 schools.Brian Dawkins Single Parent Families Program:This program provides direct financial support to low-income single parents in Philadelphia and Jacksonville. We give grants that help parents access opportunities and programs for their children that they might not otherwise be able to afford. The program recognizes that helping a child means supporting their whole family situation.Brian Dawkins Pre-Apprenticeship Program:This program connects economically disadvantaged young people with real work experience in fields theyre interested in. Participants get paid while learning about different careers through apprenticeships and internships with corporate and university partners. The focus is on youth who have talent and drive but may not have had access to these kinds of professional opportunities before.Brian Dawkins Mindset to Thrive Program:Our program in Camden serves middle and high school students from low and moderate-income families. Students explore different career paths while participating in activities that build their confidence and mental strength. The program helps students see whats possible for their futures and gives them tools to work toward their goals.Brian Dawkins Young Ambassadors Program:The Young Ambassadors Program develops leadership skills in high school students who have completed our Cerebral Wellness course. Students learn communication, accountability, and leadership abilities while exploring Brians A.R.E.A. of control philosophy. Ambassadors participate in breakout sessions where they share their personal stories and goals with peers, host foundation events at their schools, and volunteer at community activities. The program includes mentoring support and maintains an alumni network that provides ongoing resources, references, and opportunities for former participants.
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 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 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 2020.
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.
Ratings and checks are our reading of public records, using the published method. They are not a statement about anyone's honesty. If you work for this organization, you can send corrections or results, confirm you want gifts through Veridonate, or ask to be removed from giving.