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Koko Ai Inc

EIN 85-3604591 · San Francisco, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood82 out of 100GovernanceFair50 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To make a population-level impact by reaching young people on the digital platforms they use every day, using technology and evidence-based tools to reduce suffering and promote flourishing for millions of people, especially underserved youth.

Income
$1.6 million
Spending
$1.7 million
Spent on programs
67%
Reserves
7.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 97%
Employees
4
Volunteers
3
Highest pay
$255,856, cmo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 72% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 7.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 7% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 7% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    67% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 28 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 50 out of 100. Higher than 9% of charities in its peer group (mental health, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    3 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • 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, 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)
  1. $432,085 spent. Single Session InterventionsKoko's Single-Session Interventions (SSIs) are brief, structured, evidence-based mental health exercises designed to help individuals manage distress and access immediate support. Delivered through simple, self-guided online experiences that typically take less than 10 minutes to complete, these interventions are accessible without requiring login, sign-up, or transfer of personal data, reducing barriers to care for young people in need of support. During the year, Koko's SSIs addressed a range of mental health needs, including mental health first aid skills, mood regulation, cognitive reframing, body image and body neutrality, self-harm coping, and personalized safety planning. These interventions served as an early support bridge, helping users de-escalate distress, build practical coping skills, and connect to the appropriate level of care. In addition to measurable outcomes, the program's achievements included expanding access to evidence-based mental health support in a low-friction format, offering immediate help at moments of need, and strengthening users' sense of agency, resilience, and readiness to seek further support.
  2. $415,340 spent. Peer to Peer SupportKoko's peer support platform enables users to exchange short, anonymous messages of support, creating a safe and accessible space where young people can both receive encouragement and help others in moments of distress. Grounded in the belief that helping others can also support one's own healing, the platform fosters connection, empathy, and community at scale. During the year, this program represented the majority of Koko's overall reach and impact, serving as a core entry point for individuals seeking mental health support. In addition to its measurable reach, the platform created meaningful moments of human connection that helped users feel seen, supported, and less alone. The program also advanced Koko's broader mission by strengthening access to timely emotional support, informing continued platform development, and contributing to a vision for more personalized pathways that connect young people to the most appropriate forms of care.
  3. $259,588 spent. Partner Implementation and DeliveryKoko's partner implementation and delivery program expands access to free, evidence-based mental health support by embedding its interventions directly into the digital platforms and online spaces where young people already spend time. Through partnerships with social platforms, online communities, state initiatives, and research and education institutions, Koko extends the reach of its single-session interventions and peer support tools to broad and diverse audiences. During the year, the organization advanced this work through both ongoing and project-based collaborations, supporting direct service access, tailored implementation, and the continued development of scalable mental health support infrastructure. This program furthered Koko's exempt purpose by increasing the availability of timely, accessible support in high-need digital environments, strengthening collaboration across sectors, and laying the groundwork for more integrated care pathways that connect young people to the most appropriate forms of support.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 2025.

    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 August 2022.

    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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