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Mnprov

EIN 87-1284682 · Saint Paul, MN

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak42 out of 100GovernanceGood81 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The organization's primary exempt purpose is to provide workshops to students and educators which use inclusive applied improvisation strategies to strengthen the social, emotional and communication skills of a neurodiverse group of learners by providing interactive, authentic and enjoyable educational experiences in a safe, supportive and creative environment.

Income
$100,185
Spending
$119,247
Spent on programs
84%
Reserves
2.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 80%
Employees
4
Volunteers
11

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 42 out of 100. Higher than 10% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    2 of 20

    It owes 79% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 19% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 127% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    84% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 81 out of 100. Higher than 74% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    9 of 9 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a 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.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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. $42,209 spent. Programs for Neurodivergent Individuals - MNprov Mixers and MNprov FrieNDs are weekly in-person and virtual improvisation workshops that offer a safe, fun and authentic way for neurodivergent adults (Mnprov Mixers) and teens (MNprov FrieNDs) to strengthen life skills such as communication, self-confidence, collaboration, resilience, flexibility and more. These workshops provide social connections as well as practice with skills needed for work and life. MNprov completed 95 sessions of Mixers - 55 held in person and 40 on Zoom - serving neurodivergent adults ages 18-55+, for a reach of 519 total participants. Participants say: "It's helped me understand what it's like to feel safe unmasked in social situations." "Mixers have given me a reason to work on my social and transportation anxiety." "It's good practice for unmasking... it lets me show up more as myself." Surveys completed by MNprov FrieNDs participants and their caregivers showed that 100% of responding teens said they met new people, felt accepted, and had fun, 100% improved their collaboration skills and confidence, and 100% said they would like to participate again.
  2. $29,188 spent. Schools, Community Partners and Professional Development - Mnprov serves youth and adults by providing workshops to schools and community partners. The goals of these workshops are to increase participants' knowledge of improv, self-confidence and social connections. Professional development workshops are offered to corporations and other organizations to support communication, collaboration and creativity. MNprov served 251 students, 324 community program youth & adults, and 60 professional development participants.
  3. $28,193 spent. MNprov Live! - MNprov Live! is an improvisation performance troupe made up of eight neurodivergent individuals who are paid for their rehearsal time and performances. Through representation rarely seen in professional theater, these performers shape culture and prove that inclusion and excellence go hand in hand. Each performer showed measurable growth in collaboration, confidence, creativity, and stage presence - and all eight remained actively engaged throughout the year. Troupe reflections show real-world skill transfer in work, communication, and confidence. 3 troupe members now serve as paid teaching assistants for MNprov Mixers, 1 troupe member manages MNprov's social media outreach. One audience member shared, "April's show was SO much fun. Attend for the humor and discover an amazing program empowering people who simply are not defined by their disabilities."

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 November 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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