Franceschi Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To equip young people with media and content-creation skills and workforce readiness through hands-on training and mentorship.
- Income
- $111,058
- Spending
- $25,653
- Reserves
- 40 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 87%
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)
- $25,653 spent. Young Content Creators (YCC) empowers youth through career-connected education, workforce development, and creative technology training. During the year, YCC provided students with hands-on learning experiences in digital media, graphic design, photography, videography, music production, podcasting, drone technology, and content creation while exposing participants to high-demand careers in the creative economy. YCC partnered with schools, community organizations, and youth-serving agencies to deliver in-school, after-school, and workforce development programming designed to increase student engagement, develop industry-relevant technical skills, and prepare participants for postsecondary education and employment. Students completed project-based learning experiences while developing professional portfolios and earning opportunities to pursue industry-recognized credentials. Program accomplishments included: Served youth through school-based and community programs focused on digital media and creative workforce development. Delivered career exploration and technical training in Adobe Creative Cloud, photography, videography, podcast production, music production, branding, and entrepreneurship. Expanded access to industry-recognized certification pathways, including Adobe Certified Professional preparation and workforce readiness training. Provided mentorship, leadership development, and employability skills, including communication, teamwork, project management, financial literacy, and client engagement. Connected students with paid internships, real-world media production projects, and experiential learning opportunities through partnerships with local businesses and nonprofit organizations. Supported justice-involved youth through restorative workforce development programming designed to reduce barriers to employment while increasing educational engagement and career readiness. Produced measurable student outcomes, including improved school engagement, increased confidence in career planning, enhanced technical skill development, and successful completion of creative portfolio projects. YCC remains committed to creating equitable pathways into creative and technology careers by equipping young people with marketable skills, professional certifications, mentorship, and opportunities that prepare them for college, entrepreneurship, and sustainable employment. During the reporting period, YCC maintained a 100% program completion rate, achieved a 97% improvement in student attendance and engagement, documented an 89.7% positive change in student attitudes and beliefs, and supported 100% of participating seniors in graduating on time.
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 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 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 October 2020.
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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