One Giving Tree
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
THE CORE BELIEF DRIVING THEIR MISSION IS THAT ONE TREE AND ONE SMALL GESTURE CAN PROVIDE HOPE AND A POSITIVE MEMORY IN A YOUNG PERSON'S LIFE, SERVING AS A REMINDER THAT PEOPLE CARE.
- Income
- $58,604
- Spending
- $46,781
- Reserves
- 8.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 73%
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 (1)
- $45,128 spent. Since its founding in 2014, One Giving Tree has achieved significant milestones through the support of volunteers, partners, and the community. Tree Kits Donated: As of 2025, the organization has donated over 6,100 tree kits, aiming to reach 7,300 by the end of 2026. A "tree kit" includes a fresh tree, ornaments, a tree topper, hooks, and garland. Community Served: The organization serves communities in South Silicon Valley (Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Martin, South San Jose) and North San Benito County (Hollister, San Juan Bautista).Established Partnerships: One Giving Tree works with 28 partner nonprofit agencies, such as Community Solution and Rebekah Childrens Services, which help distribute the kits to the families they serve.Annual Event: The organization established "One Bright Night as an annual fundraising event that supports the Christmas tree drive.Community Garden: In addition to their holiday mission, they expanded their efforts in their 10th year to provide a free community garden, Pleasant Valley Garden, to local residents. The core belief driving their mission is that one tree and one small gesture can provide hope and a positive memory in a young persons life, serving as a reminder that people care.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 2022.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.
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