Skip to the page content
Your donations
Passes our checks

Palmetto Hope Network

EIN 84-3234133 · Andrews, SC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak24 out of 100GovernanceGood71 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Here at Palmetto Hope Network, we know that sometimes all it takes to change the world is a little support. Since our founding, we have been determined to make an impact. The core of our mission is to provide Hope to Communities and Victims of Violent Crimes Through Advocacy and Education By Collaborating with Law Enforcement, The Clergy and Other Stakeholders. Through all of our endeavors we hope to display the conviction behind our beliefs.

Income
$28,643
Spending
$140,813
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
0.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 93%
Employees
6
Volunteers
10
Highest pay
$41,598, co-founder / advocate / outreach coordinator

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

Weak: 24 out of 100. Higher than 5% of charities in its peer group (crime and legal services, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 60% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 392% of income.

  • Income trend

    0 of 15

    Income fell 88% 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: 71 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (crime and legal services, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    4 of 8 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

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • 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 (4)
  1. $115,654 spent. Palmetto Hope Network received $200,000 in funding from the South Carolina State Budget to open the "Charleston Navigational Center" for victims of violent crime that will provide wrap around services in the tri-county area to include Charleston Berkeley and Dorchester counties. Currently there are gaps in connecting victims of violent crime to community services including counseling, legal assistance, housing employment and food. There is no longer a shelter in the tri-county area for victims and currently a 2 month plus wait period for victims to receive counseling. The creation of this navigational center will provide contract counseling and wrap around services and advocacy. This provisio od $200,000 was received in November 2024 we added $100 to open the account and had $1022.66 in expenses and no revenue our end of the year total was $199077.34
  2. $2,000 spent. the Boyz to Men Conference had 2147 in total expenses . The Boyz to Men conference is designed to provide young boys and men with alternatives and solutions to violence. while promoting discussions on healthy relationships and fostering respectful attitudes towards women and girls. "Expressing emotions including anger is an integral aspect of our discussions. we provide young men with the tools necessary to handle their emotions constructively rather than suppressing them. This is crucial for preventing situations where unexpressed emotions manifest into destructive behavior." The Boyz to Men conference seeks to challenge traditional narratives around masculinity and provide a platform for young men and boys to discuss difficult topics. the conference challenges the notion that young men should navigate life challenges alone, learning the hard way. "unlike the sink or swim" approach, our event creates an environment that encourages open dialogues, support and mentorship. "Mentorship is the cornerstone of this conference.
  3. $1,009 spent. The Hope Walk against Violence had $1314.26 in total expenses and $723.88 in contributions. ( This event brings awareness to gun and domestic violence in South Carolina and raises money to provide options for victims of violent crimes. The walk raises awareness and funding for those affected by gun and domestic violence by providing vital advocacy services to those affected by violence. These services include crisis intervention, emergency hotel placement, food, safety planning and various essential supports to help victims move forward.
  4. $22,150 spent. Boyz to Men Mentor Group ....work with troubled youth in the tri county area referred by Department of Juvenile Justice the courts solicitors office and the schools. to provide guidance for youth in attempt to reduce gun violence in the community

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? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 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 August 2020.

    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 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.