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Here to Help Foundation

EIN 88-1696813 · Los Angeles, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair60 out of 100GovernanceWeak16 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Only 41% of its spending went to programs.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

The mission of Here to Help Foundation is to provide resources, support, and outreach services that assist individuals and families experiencing homelessness and economic hardship, while promoting stability, dignity, and pathways toward self-sufficiency.

Income
$498,479
Spending
$488,168
Spent on programs
41%
Reserves
1.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Highest pay
$58,800, president

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 60 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 1.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 2% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 37% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    41% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 16 out of 100. Higher than 0% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    0 of 25

    0 of 2 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    0 of 5

    Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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 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)
  1. $198,489 spent. During the year, Here to Help Foundation carried out a variety of direct community support services aimed at assisting unhoused, low-income, and vulnerable individuals and families in Los Angeles. The Foundations efforts focused on providing essential basic needs, advocacy, and access to long-term stability resources. The organization provided food, personal hygiene items, and other basic supplies at two community shelters, ensuring that individuals experiencing housing insecurity had access to necessities at no cost. In addition, the Foundation organized a Christmas toy drive for children in underserved communities, distributing donated new toys and bringing holiday support to families who might not otherwise receive gifts. Beyond these initiatives, the Foundation also offered a range of ongoing services designed to improve quality of life and promote self-sufficiency, including: Immediate Housing Assistance: Partnering with other organizations to provide shared housing and meals. Housing Navigation Services: Helping clients secure affordable and stable housing by assisting with applications, waitlists, and vouchers. Fee Waivers for IDs and Birth Certificates: Supporting homeless and low-income individuals in obtaining vital identification needed for employment and housing. Employment Workshops: Offering job readiness and employment support classes. Laundry & Shower Services: Providing free access to facilities to maintain personal hygiene. Treatment Assistance: Helping those in need of substance abuse treatment and re-entry support. These combined efforts enhanced the physical well-being and long-term prospects of many community members, advancing the Foundations mission of uplifting individuals and strengthening underserved communities.

Source: Form 990 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 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 December 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 June 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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