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Atlanta Growing Leadership of Women Inc

EIN 85-0530070 · Atlanta, GA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood75 out of 100GovernanceStrong91 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Atlanta GLOW's mission is to encourage, educate and equip young, low-income women to be thriving, self-sustaining leaders and effective agents of economic growth within their communities.

Income
$704,268
Spending
$636,601
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
1.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 65%
Employees
24
Volunteers
134
Highest pay
$105,080, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 51% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 10% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 22% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    6 of 7 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 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, 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)
  1. $234,504 spent. Atlanta GLOW's youth delinquency prevention programming empowers young women, ages 14-17, by addressing challenges that contribute to negative outcomes. The program fosters positive youth development through mentorship, life skills training, leadership development, and access to vital resources. Participants engage in group sessions, community service projects, and tailored workshops to build resilience, confidence, and practical skills for success. By promoting educational progress, civic engagement, and resource accessibility, the program equips youth to make informed decisions, avoid high-risk behaviors, and achieve their personal and academic goals. Through these initiatives, Atlanta GLOW supports young women in realizing their potential and thriving as leaders.
  2. $212,672 spent. Atlanta GLOW's workforce readiness and economic opportunity programming equips young women with the tools needed to achieve financial independence and career success. Participants engage in job readiness workshops, paid work experiences, and career coaching to build essential skills for entering and thriving in the workforce. The program focuses on overcoming employment barriers through personalized support, professional development, and access to resources such as job placement services and financial literacy training. By fostering economic mobility and confidence, Atlanta GLOW empowers participants to secure stable employment, achieve their goals, and establish pathways to long-term self-sufficiency.
  3. In addition to its core youth development programs, Atlanta GLOW offers a range of supplemental services to support the holistic needs of participants and their families. These include assistance with school supplies, food, and transportation, as well as faith-based offerings such as young womens Bible studies that foster spiritual growth and community. Through our Period+ program, Atlanta GLOW also operates as Georgias second-largest period supply bank by distribution, helping to address period poverty across the state. These wraparound services ensure that barriers to participation and personal development are minimized.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 2024.

    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 May 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.

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