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Hope Shot

EIN 86-3735076 · New Prt Rchy, FL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair65 out of 100GovernanceGood74 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

The Hope Shot is a recovery community organization that is committed to helping people on their path to recovery. Bridging the gap and connecting those with mental health and substance use disorder to resources they need to thrive in society.

Income
$371,933
Spending
$297,272
Spent on programs
84%
Reserves
2.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 58%
Employees
4
Volunteers
50
Highest pay
$21,892, executive director

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: 65 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 44% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 20% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 1597% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    84% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 3 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

Good: 74 out of 100. Higher than 52% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 4 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

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

  • No reported misuse

    0 of 10

    Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, 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. $249,827 spent. All Ways Center Prevention and Recovery Community Center In 2024, the organization opened Pasco Countys first Prevention and Recovery Community Center with a public grand opening on November 2. The center provided a safe space for families and hosted support groups, recovery meetings, workshops, and events serving over 200 residents. During two hurricanes in October, the facility served as a comfort station with food relief and resources. The center launched prevention efforts, including safe medication disposal, education, and business outreach through the Chamber of Commerce. Bridge to Recovery Program The Bridge to Recovery program supported individuals moving from inpatient treatment to sober living. In 2024, the program distributed $117,000 in opioid settlement funds for sober living scholarships, covering housing costs for 0 to 60 days and serving more than 100 individuals. Services included case management, recovery coaching, and employment resources. The Hope Shot Recovery Community Organization The Hope Shot engaged the recovery community through outreach, peer support, and media. In 2024, the organization produced podcast episodes sharing recovery stories and community impact. Family events like Trunk or Treat on October 11. Volunteers were mobilized through the membership program, building donor involvement and service capacity. Recovery coaching, literature distribution, and sober social events expanded peer support across Pasco County. Community Engagement, Prevention, and Small Business Partnerships In 2024, the organization expanded community engagement by working with coalition agencies and small businesses. Partnerships with BayCare Behavioral Health, Alliance for Healthy Communities, and Pasco County Community Development advanced prevention strategies. Outreach to businesses and the Chamber of Commerce fostered new alliances that support education, resource sharing, and awareness of recovery services. The All Ways Angels Giving Tree holiday program provided gifts and support to children and families in crisis.

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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since November 2021.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.

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