Legacy Institute for Economic Attainment
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The organization works to improve economic mobility and overall well-being by increasing financial literacy entrepreneurship and workforce readiness skills among youth and adults in low to moderate income communities. Through workshops training programs and community-based initiatives the organization addresses key social determinants of well-being including income education and financial stability.
- Income
- $76,532
- Spending
- $76,308
- Reserves
- 0.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $37,258, executive director
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 2025, 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, 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)
- $18,850 spent. Youth Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship Workshops The organization conducted financial literacy and entrepreneurship workshops for youth across multiple regions in Louisiana. Topics included budgeting saving credit investing and business development. Programming included interactive sessions hands-on activities and pitch competitions to reinforce learning outcomes. The program served approximately 450 particpants and helped increase financial knowledge confidence and interest in entrepreneurship.
- $12,075 spent. Community Financial Literacy & Economic Empowerment Programs The organization delivered financial literacy workshops and community education programs for adults and families in underserved communities. Topics included budgeting credit improvement debt management and financial planning. These programs were conducted in partnership with community organizations and institutions to expand access and reach. The program served approximately 280 individuals and supported improved financial decision-making and economic stability.
- $5,656 spent. Workforce Development & Career Readiness Initiatives The organization provided workforce readiness and career development programming designed to equip participants with skills for employment and economic advancement. Services included soft skills training goal setting career exploration and exposure to entrepreneurship and business ownership opportunities. The program served approximately 50-100 participants and helped improve job readiness confidence and long-term economic prospects.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 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 July 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 October 21, 2026.
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