Retpositive Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
RETPositive advances research on RET-positive oncogenedriven cancers to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. 1 Research Grant Funding LUNGevity collaboration. Provided a competitive grant to support biomedical research focused on RET-positive oncogenes accelerating discovery and potential clinical impact for patients with RET-driven disease. 2 Public Awareness & Education informational video. Produced and distributed an educational video highlighting the challenges faced by RET-positive patients and their caregivers improving awareness among patients families and clinicians. 3 Patient Community & Information Access RETpositive.org + moderated support group. Maintained RETpositive.org with up-to-date resources and moderated a private volunteer-run peer-support community to connect patients and caregivers with timely information and shared experience.
- Income
- $158,661
- Spending
- $76,111
- Reserves
- 25.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 99%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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, 2024, 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, 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 (3)
- $25,000 spent. In the realm of public awareness and education our organization dedicated efforts to produce and disseminate an informative video spotlighting the unique challenges encountered by individuals identified as RET-positive and their dedicated caregivers. This initiative was strategically designed to enhance understanding and consciousness among patients their families and healthcare practitioners regarding the intricacies of this particular medical condition. Through this educational video we aimed to empower and educate the community at large fostering a supportive environment for those grappling with RET-positive diagnoses.
- $10,000 spent. The organization operated RETpositive.org a website that provided current and relevant resources for individuals affected by a specific condition. Additionally they oversaw a carefully monitored online support group where volunteers offered peer-to-peer assistance allowing patients and caregivers to access valuable information and connect with others facing similar challenges. This initiative aimed to create a supportive environment for community members to share experiences seek guidance and stay informed about developments related to their health condition.
- Our organization collaborates with LUNGevity to offer research grant funding. These grants are aimed at supporting biomedical research specifically focused on RET-positive oncogenes. The goal is to expedite discoveries that could have a significant clinical impact on patients with RET-driven diseases. Through this partnership we strive to advance scientific knowledge and improve outcomes for individuals affected by these conditions.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 2024.
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 April 2023.
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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