Blacks in Industrial Organizational Psychology Incorporated
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Blacks in I O Psychology BIOP was formed to advance education professional development and community within the field of industrial-organizational I O psychology with a particular focus on increasing access visibility and opportunities for Black students practitioners and professionals. BIOP carries out its mission through educational programming networking opportunities mentorship career development professional learning outreach and partnerships that help strengthen pathways into and throughout the I O psychology field. The organizations primary goal is to support the growth and development of a more diverse and connected I O psychology community while expanding awareness of the field and creating opportunities for individuals to learn develop professionally and engage with others in the profession.
- Income
- $74,773
- Spending
- $79,557
- Reserves
- 3.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 56%
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 (5)
- $8,149 spent. SIOP Conference Presence and Community Mixer - BIOP maintained a presence at the annual Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology SIOP conference and hosted a community networking mixer designed to create an accessible space for connection among Black I O psychology professionals practitioners students supporters and members of the broader profession. Approximately 150 individuals attended the mixer. The program provided an opportunity for attendees from across the country to strengthen professional relationships connect with peers and potential collaborators and engage with the BIOP community during one of the fields largest annual professional gatherings.
- $6,481 spent. Annual Conference and Awards Gala BIOP hosted its annual conference and awards program to provide education professional development networking and recognition opportunities for industrial-organizational psychology professionals practitioners students and others interested in the field. Approximately 300 attendees participated in the annual conference which included approximately 25 educational and professional development sessions. Programming provided attendees with opportunities to learn from practitioners and subject-matter experts build professional connections discuss issues affecting the field and recognize professionals making meaningful contributions to I O psychology and the broader community.-
- $287 spent. Monthly Newsletter- BIOP published 12 monthly newsletters during the tax year to provide the organizations community with consistent access to career professional development and community information. Newsletters included job opportunities upcoming educational and professional development programs BIOP updates community opportunities and other information relevant to I O psychology professionals and students. The newsletter served as a recurring resource for connecting the BIOP community with employment opportunities learning resources events and developments within the organization and profession.
- Membership Program - BIOP maintained a year-round membership program serving more than 250 members during the tax year. The program provided members with opportunities for professional networking community-building learning career development and engagement with other I O psychology professionals and students. Through the membership program BIOP maintained an ongoing professional community that allowed members to build relationships access organizational programming and resources and remain connected to opportunities within the field throughout the year.
- Monthly Professional Development Programming - BIOP provided recurring educational and professional development programming throughout the year focused on topics relevant to I O psychology practitioners professionals and students. Programs included learning sessions career-focused discussions practitioner insights and other opportunities for professional growth and community engagement. BIOP received approximately 800 combined registrations for its monthly programs during the year providing participants with ongoing access to professional learning and connection beyond the organizations annual conference.
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 November 6, 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 January 2022.
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 November 4, 2026.
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