The Grand Rapids Trampoline Academy
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to promoting the sport of trampoline and tumbling as a means to foster physical health, personal growth, and community engagement among youth and individuals of all ages. Our primary exempt purpose is to provide access to safe, structured, and inclusive movement -based programs that emphasize athletic development, discipline, confidence, and teamwork. We serve our community by offering recreational and competitive trampoline and tumbling opportunities, focusing on skill-building, sportsmanship, and personal achievement. We create an environment where participants-from beginners to advanced athletes-can thrive under the guidance of qualified coaches and caring mentors. Our programs are designed to be accessible to all, regardless of socioeconomic background, and we actively seek to eliminate barriers to participation through scholarships, outreach initiatives, and partnerships with local schools and community organizations.
- Income
- $97,841
- Spending
- $92,911
- Reserves
- 1.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 90%
- Highest pay
- $29,550, president / secretary
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
Fair: 64 out of 100. Higher than 30% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, under $250k).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
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 (1)
- $80,488 spent. Over the past year, our nonprofit trampoline and tumbling organization has made a meaningful impact in our community by providing high-quality athletic programming to over 350 children and 60 adults. Our programs, running 5 afternoons a week, have created a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where participants of all skill levels can develop physical fitness, build confidence, and cultivate lifelong skills through the disciplines of trampoline, tumbling, and gymnastics-based movement. Youth Programs: We served more than 350 children through a range of recreational and competitive trampoline and tumbling programs. Our structured classes focused on age-appropriate skill development, safety, and positive coaching. Participants progressed through individualized goals, learning coordination, strength, flexibility, and discipline. Many of these youth joined our competitive team, which participated in local and regional meets, giving them the opportunity to gain confidence and experience success in a supportive athletic environment. We also offered outreach classes in partnership with local schools and community centers, making gymnastics more accessible to underserved populations. Through scholarships and fee assistance, we ensured that financial hardship was never a barrier to participation. Adult Programs: In addition to our youth-focused work, we provided opportunities for 60 adults to engage in movement-based fitness and training. These included adult tumbling classes, trampoline fitness sessions, and open gym times designed for fun, exercise, and skill-building in a welcoming, non-judgmental space. For many adults, our programs offered a unique way to improve fitness and mobility, relieve stress, and connect socially. Community Impact and Education: Beyond physical training, our organization emphasized leadership, responsibility, and community service. We provided volunteer and mentoring opportunities for older youth and adults, encouraging them to assist in coaching younger athletes and helping with events. We also hosted workshops and clinics to educate athletes, coaches, and parents about topics such as injury prevention, mental resilience, and goal setting. We participated in community events, showcasing our athletes and their talents, and including families in the community in what we do giving them no cost opportunities to experience our sport first hand. Through these efforts, we have fostered a community built on mutual support, achievement, and inclusivity. Our programs have not only enhanced athletic performance but also contributed to the personal growth and well-being of every participant
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? 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 2024.
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 August 2022.
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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