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San Francisco African American Arts and Cultural District

EIN 85-4046830 · San Francisco, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair50 out of 100GovernanceWeak41 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

TO ADVANCE, CULTIVATE, ENRICH AND ADVOCATE FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN EQUITY, CULTURAL STABILITY, VIBRANCY, AND ECONOMIC VITALITY IN SAN FRANCISCO'S AMERICAN-AMERICAN ART & CULTURAL DISTRICT.

Income
$997,293
Spending
$946,156
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
2.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 94%
Employees
3
Volunteers
3
Highest pay
$158,433, executive dir.

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

Fair: 50 out of 100. Higher than 17% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 52% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 14% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% 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

Weak: 41 out of 100. Higher than 7% of charities in its peer group (civil rights, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 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

    0 of 5

    Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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

    6 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, 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 (1)
  1. $778,245 spent. Mayors Office of Housing & Community Development (MOHCD) Operations GrantWith the support of MOHCDs Operations Grant, the Organization continued advancing the CHHESS Report, a cultural legacy document and strategic plan that provides guidance for achieving cultural stabilization. This grant was critical in supporting the Organizations role as one of San Franciscos Cultural Districts. In 2024, it helped strengthen operational capacity and supported cultural programming, including planning major community celebrations that uplifted Black culture and history, while also sustaining local Black-owned businesses and vendors.Mayors Office of Housing & Community Development (MOHCD) CapacityBuilding GrantThe MOHCD Capacity Building Grant provided resources for strengthening internal infrastructure and leadership. The Organization advanced the development of a Board Action Plan, Fundraising Action Plan, and Employee Handbook. Capacity-building support also funded leadership workshops and staff development sessions, preparing the Organization for long-term sustainability. In 2024, planning continued for a Board Planning Workshop to expand Board leadership and engagement.San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Bayview ShuttleProgramThrough the SFMTA Bayview Shuttle Program, the Organization engaged community members in shaping the shuttle service. In 2024, outreach efforts included tabling at community events and conducting surveys to better understand local transportation needs. These surveys informed service improvements designed to increase mobility for Bayview residents, particularly within the 94124 zip code. The program continues to serve as a vital resource connecting residents to jobs, education, and essential services.San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) MultimodalGrantIn 2024, the Organization also benefited from SFMTAs Multimodal Grant. This fundingsupported initiatives that expand safe, accessible, and affordable transportation options in Bayview. The grant enabled efforts to increase community participation in transportation planning, improve pedestrian and bike safety, and strengthen connections between existing shuttle services and other transit modes. These improvements align with broader citywide equity goals, ensuring Bayview residents have reliable, multimodal transportation choices.

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 September 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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