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Refine Kc School

EIN 88-1438310 · Kansas City, MO

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong92 out of 100GovernanceGood79 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The purpose is to provide the Kansas City Missouri area with Christian education through the establishment of one or more private schools for students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. The mission is to develop academic and spiritual leaders through personalized learning service and discipleship in a Christ-centered community.

Income
$269,205
Spending
$242,144
Spent on programs
94%
Reserves
6.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 76%
Employees
5
Volunteers
6
Highest pay
$53,040, board president principal teacher

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 92 out of 100. Higher than 73% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 6.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 10% of income.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    94% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    3 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 (18)
  1. $174,352 spent. Refine KC School served 40 students and over 20 families. Four faculty members taught classes in Bible Math English Social Studies Science and Physical Education. The school also had a para-educator plus many volunteers who helped students academically taught art and taught life skills such as woodworking and cooking. Students used their musical talents to lead weekly chapel services. Faculty supported students as they became leaders in preparing the schools yearbook and to plan various school activities.
  2. $14,100 spent. Through sharing space with our partner church we have more areas to use as classrooms. We have spaces that can be used by all of our students for devotion chapel physical education and lunch and spaces that allow us to separate elementary and secondary students academically. The additional space has allowed teachers to not only personalize learning better but fosters better collaboration for students. There also exists a common area to house school supplies that can also be used for teacher collaboration.
  3. $10,144 spent. Because our educational niche is to personalize learning we have witnessed a lot of growth in our students especially those who have been a part of our school all three years. Our students not only are improving in the core academic areas but they are improving in their critical thinking skills and in their drive to use their God-given abilities to the fullest. Some students who were working on grade level have now exceeded the curriculum suited to their age. Some students who enrolled in our school behind grade level have made great progress to get back on grade level. Our curriculum is rigorous yet flexible allowing teachers to reach all levels of ability.
  4. $338 spent. Special School Events field trips and school celebrations to promote fellowship among students and families
  5. $320 spent. Student Assessments testing achievement levels in math and reading
  6. $479 spent. Yearbook Expense students created the schools yearbook
  7. $84 spent. Background Checks
  8. $7,665 spent. Office Supplies & Copier
  9. $681 spent. Furniture & Equipment
  10. $5,818 spent. Insurance
  11. $742 spent. Accounting
  12. $213 spent. Maintenance Snow Removal Improvements
  13. $371 spent. Marketing
  14. $363 spent. Miscellaneous Expense
  15. $861 spent. Parent Ambassador Committee support students and the school
  16. $219 spent. Staff Development
  17. $2,531 spent. Substitute Pay
  18. $9,299 spent. Technology school platform subscriptions website email accessories

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 October 13, 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 November 6, 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 October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 2022.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 November 4, 2026.

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