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Global Black Gay Men Connect Corporation

EIN 84-2976165 · Washington, DC

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood75 out of 100GovernanceGood80 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To build an activist movement of Black Gay Men that is financially sustainable and equipped to provide equal access to health care education and opportunities for economic prosperity and talent recognition Our Movement affirms the human rights of all people while emphasizing Black and Brown LGBTQIA People.

Income
$1.9 million
Spending
$1.5 million
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
4.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 99%
Employees
3
Volunteers
0
Highest pay
$143,255, executive director

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

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 52% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 21% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 21% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    100% 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: 80 out of 100. Higher than 32% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    3 of 19 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports 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 (7)
  1. $1.2 million spent. Advanced global health research and advocacy to accelerate access to Long-Acting PrEP (LA-PrEP) for key populations, specifically Black GBMSM. Key 2025 accomplishments included researching and publishing data on global LA-PrEP demand and market readiness (projected for 2025-2030), operating the "HIV Country Planning Hub" to bridge the gap between scientific availability and local accessibility, and empowering grassroots advocates across Africa to influence inclusive public health policies and integrate PrEP access into human rights frameworks.
  2. $75,558 spent. Co-hosted and participated in strategic international summits focused on expanding LA-PrEP access for marginalized communities. In October 2025, GBGMC partnered with the Africa Advocacy Foundation in Paris to develop a regional roadmap for PrEP access among European LGBT+ immigrants and Afro-descendant communities. In November 2025, GBGMC leadership served on a leading panel at the Georgetown University Law Center's "Innovative HIV Prevention and Treatment" summit, addressing clinical evidence, regulatory hurdles, and strategies to overcome systemic barriers in low-resource settings.
  3. $67,128 spent. Partnered with COMPASS to convene grassroots advocates, civil society, and government leaders to develop community-led HIV response strategies amid international funding shifts. A major 2025 accomplishment was the publication and release of the Global Roadmap for Long-Acting PrEP Among Key Populations (developed with AVAC and Avenir Health). The report provided the first global demand forecast to advocate for equitable access, transparent pricing, and robust volume agreements from pharmaceutical partners.
  4. $38,323 spent. AMFAR/ViiV - This refers to the other Programs organized by the Organization. Advanced HIV prevention for key populations in alignment with the Global HIV Prevention Roadmap. 2025 activities included hosting regional workshops in Africa and Asia, conducting policy advocacy, and fostering community engagement to enhance access to innovative prevention technologies.
  5. $38,305 spent. Global Black Pride (GBP) - Advanced international human rights and health equity for Black LGBTQI+ communities. 2025 activities focused on strategic mobilization, providing secure spaces for activists from high-risk environments, and channeling financial assistance to grassroots organizations, system-impacted individuals, and Black LGBTQI+ artists.
  6. $16,982 spent. ICASA 2025 (Accra) - Advocated for African health sovereignty and the rollout of next-generation prevention tools at the ICASA conference in Ghana. Efforts focused on securing domestic financing for HIV interventions, advancing the registration of Lenacapavir, and ensuring safe, meaningful participation for key populations at international scientific forums.
  7. $10,259 spent. USAID/FHI 360 CSP Strengthening, CAB-PrEP - Part of the PEPFAR/USAID-funded EPIC Project led by FHI 360. Provided technical assistance and training to key population-led Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to support the community-led rollout of long-acting CAB-PrEP. 2025 achievements included developing a CAB-PrEP Peer Outreach FAQ booklet and participating in global capacity-building workshops.

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

  1. 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.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Worth knowing.

    Status was revoked on May 15, 2022 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on May 15, 2022.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since June 2023.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. 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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