Reaching Across Borders Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Reaching Across Border's ("RAB") mission is to engage with vulnerable communities, especially through women-led organizations and refugee-led initiatives, to foster holistic economic empowerment rooted in social enterpreneurship. RAB supports individuals in earning a dignified income, developing practical skills and building emotional resilience. Through trauma-informed, culturally-grounded mental health (MH) and psycho-social support (PSS), RAB strives to illuminate a path toward healing, dignity, and hope for displaced and marginalized populations. Rooted from a moral imperative and driven by a commitment to social justice, RAB is dedicated to reaching across borders with compassion, equity, and solidarity. In addition, RAB builds strategic partnerships with NGOs around the world that align with RABs mission to deliver critical services, such as education, housing, and humanitarian relief, to refugees and marginalized populations. A key partnership this year has been with the Bonyan
- Income
- $3.2 million
- Spending
- $3.5 million
- Spent on programs
- 99%
- Reserves
- 0.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 51 out of 100. Higher than 31% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.9 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 11% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 1599% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Weak: 16 out of 100. Higher than 0% of charities in its peer group (education, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
5 of 250 of 9 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
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
0 of 5Reports that it does not keep 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
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 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 (10)
- $3.3 million spent. Fiscal sponsor arrangement with the Bonyan Organization.
- $42,000 spent. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Programs conducted during our FY2024, RAB conducted more than 120 psychosocial support groups, providing structured mental health and psychosocial support services to 1,526 beneficiaries. These group-based interventions focused on strengthening emotional wellbeing, building coping skills, reducing isolation, and promoting resilience among individuals affected by conflict-related stressors, displacement, trauma, and challenging life circumstances.
- $22,335 spent. In response to the escalation of hostilities in southern Lebanon, RAB provided emergency relief assistance to 600 internally displaced families who were forced to flee their homes and seek refuge in the Bekaa Valley. These families experienced significant disruption, including loss of housing stability, displacement from their communities, and limited access to essential resources. RAB provided critical humanitarian assistance, including medications, winter coats, and heating oil, to help address immediate health, protection, and basic needs during the winter months.
- $22,283 spent. Recognizing the profound emotional impact of displacement on children and youth, RAB established eight youth soccer teams comprised of young people from internally displaced families residing in temporary shelters. The initiative provided structured recreational and psychosocial support opportunities for youth who had experienced the trauma of fleeing their homes, communities, and schools due to conflict and bombardment. The program included six weeks of soccer training, followed by a tournament modeled after international soccer competitions. RAB provided uniforms, medals, and a championship cup to recognize participants achievements. The initiative was designed to promote social connection, teamwork, emotional expression, confidence, and resilience among displaced youth.
- $16,000 spent. RAB provided intensive individual therapy services to 72 beneficiaries requiring specialized mental health support. These services were delivered to individuals experiencing significant emotional distress, trauma-related challenges, and other psychosocial needs requiring one-on-one therapeutic intervention. Notes, activates,
- $14,000 spent. RAB sponsored two ophthalmology missions to improve access to essential eye care services. During these missions, a total of 600 eye consultations were conducted, 100 patients received advanced diagnostic investigations, and 100 cataract surgeries were successfully performed. In addition, 100 pairs of prescription glasses were provided to patients, and 200 individuals received medications for the treatment of eye conditions and post-surgical care. These missions significantly contributed to improving vision, preventing avoidable blindness, and enhancing the quality of life for the communities served.
- $9,000 spent. RAB established six community crisis libraries within shelters housing internally displaced populations. These spaces were created to provide children and families with safe, supportive environments during displacement. The libraries provided access to books, educational materials, and structured activities, including art sessions and storytelling classes. These activities aimed to support childrens emotional wellbeing, encourage creativity and learning, reduce the psychological impact of displacement, and create a sense of normalcy and community connection within temporary shelter environments. Through these integrated programs and services, RAB continued to advance its mission of providing community-based humanitarian assistance that promotes mental wellbeing, resilience, protection, dignity, and empowerment among vulnerable individuals, families, and communities affected by conflict and displacement.
- $3,500 spent. RAB provided case management support to individuals experiencing complex social, economic, and protection-related challenges. Cases addressed during the fiscal year included gender-based violence (GBV), sexual harassment, suicide risk, food insecurity, housing instability, and difficulties accessing medical treatment. To ensure beneficiaries received appropriate specialized assistance, RAB coordinated referrals to local organizations and service providers equipped to address these specific needs. During the fiscal year, RAB facilitated 138 referrals to external service providers for additional support and follow-up care.
- $3,419 spent. RAB implemented a gender economic empowerment initiative through the Bee Keepers Project, supporting 16 female beneficiaries. The project aimed to strengthen womens economic independence by providing opportunities for skills development, livelihood generation, and increased self-reliance.
- $3,000 spent. RAB provided empowerment-focused sessions for children, reaching 300 beneficiaries. These sessions were designed to support childrens emotional development, confidence, resilience, and social wellbeing through age-appropriate activities, group engagement, and structured psychosocial activities.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending July 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since March 2021.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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