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Stem Gems

EIN 87-3280905 · Brookhaven, GA

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

STEM Gems is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to building a stronger, more inclusive STEM pipeline by empowering girls and young women of all backgrounds to explore, pursue, and excel in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Our mission comes to life through hands- on exploration, mentorship, and exposure to 40+ real-world careers and inspiring role models in all four STEM disciplines. By equipping girls with the skills, support, and confidence needed to thrive, we help them envision their futures and take tangible steps toward becoming the next generation of innovators, researchers, creators, and problem-solvers-STEM Gems.

Income
$133,193
Spending
$96,776
Reserves
9.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Highest pay
$40,000, executive director

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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, 2025, 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, 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. $19,427 spent. STEM Gems Club: A school-based program facilitated by trained teachers who deliver our year-long curated curriculum highlighting the 44 STEM careers featured in the STEM Gems book. Students engage in hands-on labs, career-connected projects, guided reflections, and interactive discussions that deepen their understanding of STEM pathways while fostering a strong sense of belonging and purpose.
  2. $13,063 spent. STEM Gems Summit: An annual convening that brings together girls, parents, and educators to connect with a dynamic network of professional women in STEM. In partnership with Spelman College and the Atlanta Science Festival, the Summitfeatures interactive panel discussion with industry experts and hands-on career labs offering demonstrations, activities, and workshops.
  3. $63,319 spent. STEM Gems Summer Camp: An immersive week-long experience that allows teen girls to explore real-world STEM applications through hands-on projects, college readiness sessions, lab tours, and mentorship. Held in partnership with Georgia Tech, teens engage with college students, visit cutting-edge labs, and meet professors working at the forefront of STEM innovation.
  4. $967 spent. STEM Gems Saturdays: Day workshops designed to maintain engagement and deepen learning beyond the summer experience. Teens participate in college and career readiness sessions that support their long-term goals. Through hands-on STEM projects, academic skill building, and standardized test preparation, these sessions help prepare teens for success in high school and beyond.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 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 December 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 January 2022.

    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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