Reaching for Hope Ministries
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The organization is organized and operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, including relieving the poor and underprivileged, lessening the burdens of government, combating community deterioration and juvenile delinquency, and providing educational programs that equip youth and young adults with life skills, leadership development, vocational training, and values-based instruction through community service, mentorship, and outreach activities that promote personal responsibility and civic engagement.
- Income
- $96,565
- Spending
- $100,804
- Reserves
- 0 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $8,400, local coordinator
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 (3)
- $55,686 spent. Safari for Jesus (Youth Discipleship and Outreach) In 2025, Reaching for Hope Ministries trained 40 young people (28 from North America and 12 from Africa) through a two-week program focused on understanding Christian beliefs and their relevance. Participants engaged in outreach activities at Nu Vision High School and conducted a one-week evangelistic campaign at UNILAK University, encouraging youth to live with purpose, serve others, and develop strong Christian values.
- $16,718 spent. Media Training and Online TV Development The ministry trained 20 youth in media production skills, including camera operation, editing, sound, lighting, set design, and broadcasting. This initiative included the purchase of studio equipment and two professional cameras to support the launch of an online TV platform. The goal is to equip young people with employable skills, create job opportunities, and use media to teach life principles such as entrepreneurship.
- $28,400 spent. Youth Entrepreneurship Support Program Building on previous training, the ministry continued supporting 79 youth engaged in entrepreneurship projects by helping them to invest into agriculture and poultry initiatives. These projects are ongoing and aim to help young people develop sustainable livelihoods and financial independence.
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 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 November 6, 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 September 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 November 4, 2026.
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