Ruths House Resource Center
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Ruths House Resource Center exists to provide community-based support services that promote the physical emotional and social well-being of individuals and families. The organization was established to serve vulnerable and underserved populations by offering access to essential resources including health education case management life skills support and connections to community services. Through partnerships and outreach initiatives the organization works to reduce barriers to care improve stability and empower individuals to achieve self-sufficiency. Programs are designed to address immediate needs while also supporting long-term growth and overall wellness within the community.
- Income
- $78,359
- Spending
- $78,692
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 98%
- Highest pay
- $29,162, director
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 (1)
- $78,692 spent. Ruths House Resource Center provided community-based support services focused on mental health awareness resource navigation and basic needs assistance for individuals and families in underserved areas. The organization partnered with Louisiana Clinical Services to deliver program services including outreach case support and coordination of care for community members in need. Services included assisting individuals with access to community resources providing support for housing stability transportation and utility assistance and connecting clients to behavioral health and social services. The organization also supported clients through direct assistance including limited financial support for essential needs such as utilities. During the tax year Ruths House Resource Center served approximately 60 individuals through contracted program services and community outreach efforts. Activities were carried out by program staff and independent contractors who supported service delivery client engagement and administrative coordination. The organizations efforts contributed to increased access to services improved stability for participants and strengthened connections between community members and available health and social resources.
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 October 13, 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 2025.
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 January 2022.
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 October 21, 2026.
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