Society of Royals
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Our mission is to empower students through engaging and comprehensive educational programs to foster academic social mental and emotional growth enabling them to become the best versions of themselves and make a positive impact on their lives and communities.
- Income
- $394,467
- Spending
- $402,613
- Reserves
- 0.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 270
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
Fair: 55 out of 100. Higher than 22% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 2% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 217% on the year before.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 55 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 255 of 5 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
0 of 10Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, 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)
- $189,641 spent. The Society of Royals is dedicated to combating the alarming rise in youth suicide rates through our comprehensive Royal Ambassador Program. By fostering a sense of belonging empathy and responsibility among students our program aims to mitigate the effects of anxiety depression and bullying exacerbated by social media. The Royal Ambassador Program engages youth in enriching activities that promote mental well-being peer support and community involvement. Our innovative approach combining on-campus initiatives with peer-to-peer interactions and external support resources empowers young people to lead healthier more fulfilling lives.
- $80,246 spent. THE I WILL PROGRAM is founded on positive communication diminishing of relationship violence and the minimizing of abuse and the suicide rate among youth and young adults. This portion of the IWILL Program gains insight to the participants that offers a foundation that will provide life long lasting effects to ensure productivity to society and the economy. The participates will be the voice that will be the change that make the difference.
- $39,347 spent. The Great Deeds of Sage and the Pawsitive Pack program aims to address and ultimately mitigate youth mental health challenges which often lead to negative outcomes such as school dropouts physical altercations substance abuse and violence. Our comprehensive program covers a wide range of mental health components including depression anxiety self-esteem and acceptance. It also emphasizes literacy development quality time mentorship and accountability. By participating in our program each student will gain access to valuable resources designed to support their mental and emotional well-being.
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
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 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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