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Together We Achieve

EIN 85-3107151 · Cedar Rapids, IA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceFair59 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TOGETHER WE ACHIEVE UNITES THE PERSONNEL, SKILLS AND RESOURCES OF PEOPLE FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE AND DEPLOYS THEM IN TIMES OF NEED. DISTRIBUTING FOOD, SUPPLIES, EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ESSENTIALS TO THOSE IN NEED.

Income
$209,805
Spending
$134,468
Spent on programs
87%
Reserves
12.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 94%
Employees
1
Volunteers
100
Highest pay
$33,000, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 87% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 12.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 36% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 11% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    87% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 59 out of 100. Higher than 41% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 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 (3)
  1. $24,606 spent. MEALS TO GO In Fiscal Year 2024, the Meals To-Go Program at Together We Achieve provided free, nutritious, ready-to-eat meals to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. The program is designed to meet the immediate needs of community members who may not have access to cooking facilities or stable housing by offering meals that require no preparation. Over the course of the year, a total of 15,040 meals were served. To reduce costs and extend resources, many of the meals were prepared using pantry staples already available through our food assistance programs. In addition, the program benefited from collaborations with local businesses and community organizations that helped prepare and serve meals on select days, enhancing both variety and capacity. The Meals To-Go Program remains an essential part of Together We Achieves comprehensive approach to hunger relief, rooted in dignity, accessibility, and community partnership.
  2. $70,102 spent. RESOURCE CENTER (PANTRY) In Fiscal Year 2024, Together We Achieves Resource Center and Food Pantry served 10,328 unique individuals across 2,806 households, distributing 434,139 pounds of food, 5,251 household items, and 13,625 personal care items. The pantry offers a dignified, self-guided personal shopping experience, allowing clients to select their own food, household, and hygiene items based on their needs and preferences. Importantly, there is no limit on how often a household can visit, ensuring flexible, barrier-free access to assistance during times of hardship. To further support accessibility, the pantry also offers curbside service and limited home delivery for those who are homebound or face mobility challenges. Using Feeding Americas standard metrics for pounds-per-meal and estimated retail value, the total economic impact and savings to families served through the pantry in FY2024 is estimated at approximately $1,642,492. These outcomes reflect Together We Achieves commitment to equitable, compassionate, and community-driven service delivery.
  3. $21,797 spent. Holiday Food Box Program In the holiday season of Fiscal Year 2024, Together We Achieve distributed a total of 1,000 Holiday Food Boxes, with 500 provided in November and 500 in December to support families during periods of increased need. Each box weighed an average of 42 pounds and included ingredients needed to prepare a traditional holiday meal for a family of four, along with pantry staples to sustain households during extended school breaks. Families registered in advance and picked up their boxes during scheduled distributions. Looking ahead to 2025, Together We Achieve is leading a collaborative effort with other area food pantries, church pantries, and school-based pantries to expand the impact of this program regionally. This partnership, which began development in 2024, aims to reduce duplication of services and increase the number of families served by coordinating registration and distribution efforts. The collaboration will utilize Together We Achieves custom CRM and online registration portal, provided at no cost to participating organizations, to streamline access and improve service delivery across the region.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since February 2021.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. 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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