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Mas Cultura

EIN 87-2724973 · Austin, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

We are a bridge between Austins Latino artists and the resources they need to thrive. We ensure Latino communities have access to cultural programming and resources that inspire and educate and that our vibrant Latino culture remains a cornerstone of Austin. We have organized a Lowrider Car Show in East Austin; an art exhibit and event showcasing Latino artists and performers; implemented Project Connect which partnered Latino Artists with Capital Metro the public transit system in Austin to showcase their art on future metro stations; partnered with Austin FC the local soccer club to organize events and showcase Latino art at their stadium; documented the works we are doing for archive purposes.

Income
$51,326
Spending
$53,366
Reserves
0.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%

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)
  1. $16,281 spent. Music Programming: We curate live music events that showcase Latino talent build community and create platforms for underrepresented voices in culturally relevant spaces. We organized 3 musical events with 17 musicians performing and that were attended by 2800 people.
  2. $12,860 spent. Community engagement: We foster connection and equity in underserved neighborhoods through year-round programming. This includes bikes via the Little Home Project holiday toy drives through No Hood Left and culturally rooted events that celebrate and preserve Latino heritage. We served over 530 families between both programs.
  3. $7,600 spent. Artist opportunities: We support emerging and established Latino artists through public art projects including murals community activations and creative commissions that amplify cultural identity and public visibility. We sponsored 4 artists with a total attendance of 450

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

  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 December 2024.

    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 June 2024.

    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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