The Gifted Living Institute Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
GIFTED EXISTS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ITS MISSION WHICH IS TO HAVE THE GREATEST IMPACT ON DISDVANTAGED COMMUNITIES ENVIRONMENTS AND NEIGHBORHOODS; AND THE COMPASSION TO FIND WAYS TO RECONNECT THE NEAR SEVERED RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN OURSELVES OUR COMMUNITIES AND THE EARTH.
- Income
- $88,036
- Spending
- $158,363
- Reserves
- 5.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $24,000, program director
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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)
- $58,063 spent. STIMULANT USE PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION-GIFTED provided prevention education and intervention support focused on stimulant and opioid use for underserved youth in middle schools high schools and local communities. The program delivered quarterly sessions youth listening circles and in-person convenings that created safe spaces for discussion and mentoring. In addition the organization offered workshops lunches and participation incentives to encourage engagement and trust. Outcomes: In the reporting year the program served more than 200 students. Youth participants gained knowledge of stimulant and opioid risks prevention strategies and resources for intervention resulting in increased awareness and healthier decision-making among at-risk populations. As part of leadership development GIFTED awarded a total of $2,000 in college grants to youth ambassadors who participated in the program supporting their continued education and reinforcing their role as peer leaders.
- $52,150 spent. Community Engagement and Safe Spaces Description: GIFTED organized community-based convenings workshops and family engagement events to address the challenges of stimulant use and promote overall youth well-being. Events provided safe spaces for dialogue between youth parents and community leaders. Participants received resources on prevention mental health support and healthy lifestyle alternatives. Outcomes: In the reporting year the program hosted four major community convenings and ten workshops reaching more than 300 youth and family members. These events strengthened community awareness of stimulant use increased access to prevention resources and fostered collaboration among schools parents and local service providers.
- $48,150 spent. Youth Leadership and Mentorship Description: GIFTED trained and supported youth ambassadors who served as peer leaders and role models in their schools and communities. Ambassadors participated in workshops focused on leadership career readiness and personal development while also contributing to the design of prevention programming. Mentorship was provided by staff and community partners to encourage confidence and long-term success. Outcomes: During the year 25 youth ambassadors actively participated in the program. Ambassadors facilitated discussions co-hosted events and engaged more than 150 of their peers in prevention and leadership activities. The program helped build future leaders with stronger communication skills community engagement experience and an increased commitment to higher education.
Source: Form 990EZ 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. The IRS now lists it as tax-exempt again.
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 2025.
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 January 2021.
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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