The Bolo Project Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Serving the Southern California area, The BOLO Project is a nonprofit dedicated to harnessing the power of the dog-human bond to empower teens. Through our programs, we create opportunities for personal growth while fostering emotional and psychological resilience, empathy, leadership, and a spirit of giving back.?Our flagship location in Los Alamitos, California, serves as the heart of our community-focused programs. We partner with local schools, organizations, and families to build an environment where young people can thrive, forge meaningful connections, and develop lifelong skills. As we continue to grow, we are proud to contribute to the vibrant Southern California area by supporting teensand their families.
- Income
- $69,116
- Spending
- $47,992
- Reserves
- 19.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 77%
Source: Form 990EZ 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 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 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 (1)
- $46,742 spent. The Bolo Project ignites a generation of confident, resilient, and purpose-driven leaders. We equip teens with mindset mastery, financial literacy, leadership skills, and the courage to live on purpose- all while harnessing the unconditional love of dogs to inspire connection, reduce anxiety and awaken joy.In 2025, 48 students were served and 99% of parents said the child was eager to attend. 100% of participants reported increased confidence and 3 alumni students returned as volunteers. Significant funds were raised for other animal nonprofits and 75% of participants achieved SMART goals.Three weekend retreats were hosted centering around the athlete's mindset, teen entrepreneur money mastery and teen leadership. At a time where teen anxiety is up 76% from 2009 and youth suicide is up 60% since 2007 as well as 73% of teens reporting feeling overwhelmed by the demands of life, The BOLO Project serves as an antidote- helping teens lead themselves well, build resilience, and step into a future filled with confidence, clarity, and purpose.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 November 6, 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 November 4, 2026.
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