Build Different Basketball Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Built Different Basketball Inc. is organized and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The organization provides youth with opportunities to participate in organized basketball programs, athletic training, mentorship, character development, and competitive tournament play. Through team-based activities, skills development, and positive coaching, the organization promotes physical fitness, sportsmanship, leadership, discipline, teamwork, and personal growth among youth participants. The organization's programs are designed to foster healthy lifestyles, build self-confidence, and provide a safe and supportive environment that encourages academic, social, and athletic success.
- Income
- $28,950
- Spending
- $30,141
- Reserves
- 0.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 95%
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 (1)
- $30,141 spent. During 2025, Built Different Basketball Inc. provided youth athletes with opportunities to participate in organized basketball programs, skill development activities, and competitive AAU tournaments. The organization collected registration and participation fees to support team operations, tournament entry costs, and program-related expenses. Through coaching, mentorship, and competitive play, Built Different Basketball Inc. promoted physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and positive youth development while providing a safe and structured environment for youth participants to grow both on and off the court.
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 October 13, 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 July 2021.
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 October 21, 2026.
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