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415 Leadership Inc

EIN 85-1356164 · Wentzville, MO

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceWeak49 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

THE PURPOSE OF 415 LEADERSHIP IS TO TRAIN, EQUIP, AND EMPOWER PASTORS AROUND THE GLOBE. THE AMERICAN CHURCH HAS BEEN BLESSED WITH BOTH FORMAL LEADERSHIP AND THEOLOGICAL TRAINING FOR ITS PASTORS. THE DESIRE OF 415 IS TO PROVIDE A HIGH LEVEL OF LEADERSHIP TRAINING.

Income
$500,114
Spending
$38,884
Spent on programs
70%
Reserves
38 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 96%
Employees
0
Volunteers
4
Highest pay
$7,000, president

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

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 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 49 out of 100. Higher than 34% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 4 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

    10 of 10

    Gave 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

    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, 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 (4)
  1. $25,077 spent. 415 Leadership purchased a property, which will serve as a retreat center and headquarters for 415 Leadership. Renovations and furnishing updates are underway to create an environment that fosters rest, renewal, and leadership development.
  2. $1,653 spent. Pastor Erik wrote and published "Fresh Start" last year and over 2025 has given countless copies away to New Believers. This book is a guide for new believers, designed to help them build a strong spiritual foundation for their faith. It emphasizes the importance of following Jesus wholeheartedly, likening the journey of faith to constructing a house on a solid foundation. Drawing on biblical teachings and parables, it explains that a well-grounded relationship with Christ is essential to withstand lifes challenges and avoid cracks in various areas such as relationships, attitudes, and temptations. The book aims to equip readers with fundamental truths and practices to live a fulfilling and enduring Christian life, ultimately preparing them to stand confidently before God.
  3. $518 spent. Speaking/Coaching Engagements Pastor Erik traveled to Trinity Church and Legacy Church in 2025 to teach and share leadership principles. These engagements provided opportunities to connect with diverse congregations and strengthen relationships within the broader faith community.
  4. Pastor Erik completed preparing The Element Way, a comprehensive leadership framework. This content has been featured in his podcast episodes and served as the foundation for the upcoming book, "The Element Way", which is currently in the publishing process and scheduled for release in early 2026.

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 May 2022.

    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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