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Impact La Inc

EIN 84-3797925 · Los Angeles, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak48 out of 100GovernanceWeak40 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Impact LA's mission is to foster safe and supportive spaces in underserved communities by providing resources, food security programs, youth development initiatives, and impactful services that empower children, youth, and families to thrive as well-rounded individuals while advancing equity, stability, and community well-being.

Income
$6.5 million
Spending
$6.5 million
Spent on programs
98%
Reserves
0 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 80%
Employees
3
Volunteers
13
Highest pay
$19,243, co founder/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

Weak: 48 out of 100. Higher than 26% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    2 of 20

    It owes 97% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 669% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    98% 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

Weak: 40 out of 100. Higher than 4% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 6 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 (3)
  1. $5.1 million spent. Food Rescue & Community Distribution Program Impact LA's Food Rescue and Community Distribution Program recovered surplus food and essential goods that would otherwise go to waste and redistributed them directly to families and individuals experiencing food insecurity. Through partnerships with food donors, community organizations, volunteers, and distribution sites, the organization rescued over one million pounds of food while helping reduce environmental waste and greenhouse gas emissions. Impact LA hosted recurring community distribution drives providing fresh produce, pantry staples, hygiene items, household goods, and other essential resources to thousands of households throughout Los Angeles County. The program strengthened community support systems, increased equitable access to healthy food options, and promoted sustainability through large-scale food recovery efforts.
  2. $1.2 million spent. Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Through the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), Impact LA provided year-round after-school meals and nutritional support to children participating in educational and enrichment programs throughout Los Angeles County. CACFP services supported youth development by ensuring children received healthy meals during critical after-school hours. Impact LA maintained compliance with state and federal nutrition guidelines while supporting multiple community-based meal sites. The program contributed to improved food access, reduced food insecurity among working families, and supported student wellness, attendance, and academic engagement through reliable meal service and nutrition-focused programming.
  3. $65,750 spent. Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) Through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), Impact LA successfully provided free nutritious meals to children and teens during out-of-school summer months in underserved Los Angeles communities. The organization partnered with schools, community organizations, housing sites, and youth-serving agencies to ensure youth had continued access to healthy meals while school was not in session. SFSP operations helped reduce childhood hunger, increase meal accessibility in high-need areas, and create safe environments where youth could engage in enrichment activities while receiving balanced meals. Impact LA expanded outreach efforts, strengthened community partnerships, and increased awareness of free summer meal availability for families facing food insecurity.

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 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 December 2019.

    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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