Homeschool Resource Center Corp
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Growing Tree Resource Center is organized and operated exclusively for educational purposes. The organization provides academic enrichment classes, workshops, and collaborative learning opportunities for homeschool students and families in the surrounding community. Programs include instruction in subjects such as science, literature, writing, mathematics, history, arts, and life skills through small group classes and hands on learning experiences. Growing Tree supports parents who serve as the primary educators of their children by providing access to qualified instructors, structured educational experiences, and opportunities for social learning. The organization fosters a supportive learning community that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration while complementing home based education.
- Income
- $59,540
- Spending
- $55,818
- Reserves
- 1.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 97%
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 (3)
- $33,000 spent. The organization provides small group academic enrichment classes for homeschool students in subjects such as science, writing, literature, mathematics, history, and the arts. Classes are taught by qualified instructors and are designed to supplement home based education while promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and hands on learning.
- $18,000 spent. Growing Tree offers educational workshops, short term courses, and special learning events that provide additional opportunities for students to explore subjects in greater depth. Workshops may include science labs, writing instruction, life skills, creative arts, and project based learning experiences. These programs are designed to complement homeschool curricula and encourage curiosity and engagement.
- $4,000 spent. The organization provides a structured learning environment where homeschool families can access educational resources, collaborate with other families, and participate in group learning experiences. Growing Tree facilitates a supportive community that encourages social development, leadership, and cooperative learning among students.
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 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 December 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 December 2020.
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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