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Out of the Ashes 5k Inc

EIN 87-1519875 · Charlotte, NC

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair65 out of 100GovernanceWeak41 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Only 29% of its spending went to programs.

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

What it says it does

Our goal with Out of the Ashes Foundation is to help restore hope in each grieving parent and couple who comes through our ministry. We believe that ultimate healing will come only from a renewed and deepened relationship with our Creator. He is the living water that does not run dry. He restores. He refreshes. He redeems. And it is from this hope that long-term healing can make a home in a broken heart.

Income
$283,862
Spending
$209,547
Spent on programs
29%
Reserves
5.8 months of spending
Largest source of income
other income, 58%
Employees
4
Highest pay
$62,000, executive dir.

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

Fair: 65 out of 100. Higher than 30% of charities in its peer group (public benefit, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 5.8 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 6% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 26% of income.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    29% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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

Weak: 41 out of 100. Higher than 11% of charities in its peer group (public benefit, $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 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 (4)
  1. $56,500 spent. Medical Grant Program: Provides financial assistance for medical bills associated with pregnancy or infant loss. We alleviate the financial burden from grieving parents so they can focus on navigating a new normal with their families. Through the fundraising from out events, corporate sponsorships, church partners and individual donors, we can practically serve bereaved families by covering medical expenses associated with pregnancy loss and early infant loss.
  2. $2,569 spent. Bereaved Mother's Day and Father's Day Event Program: This program honors grieving parents on some of the hardest days of the year by sending personalized gifts, handwritten cards, and hosting meaningful events of rememberance. These acts of compassion provide comfort, remind parents that their children are not forgotten, and create space for community and healing in the midst of loss.
  3. $2,025 spent. Care Pack Program: The Care Pack Program provides specially curated care packages for newly bereaved parents following pregnancy or infant loss -- offering a tangible expression of love and support when words often fall short. These care packs help friends or family reach out in meaningful ways during moments of deep grief, ensuring that no one walks that journey alone.
  4. $469 spent. Community Group: The Out of the Ashes Community Group is a monthly, faith-based support gathering designed for couples (and individuals) who have experienced pregnancy loss, infant loss, or infertility. Led by a therapist, it offers a safe, caring space to share, wrestle wit difficult spiritual and practical questions, and connect with others on a similar journey. The goal is for no one to grieve alone.

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 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 June 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 April 2022.

    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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