Gift of Life Sober Living Foundation
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Gift of Life Sober Living Foundation is dedicated to providing a safe supportive and structured environment for individuals in recovery. Our mission is to empower individuals on their journey to sobriety by offering compassionate guidance community engagement and essential resources that promote long-term success. Through education accountability and encouragement we strive to break the cycle of addiction homelessness and incarceration helping individuals rebuild their lives with dignity purpose and hope.
- Income
- $125,810
- Spending
- $123,700
- Reserves
- 0.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 100%
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
Weak: 26 out of 100. Higher than 8% of charities in its peer group (human services, under $250k).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.2 months of spending.
Debt
2 of 20It owes 98% of what it owns.
Living within its means
12 of 15Income exceeded spending by 2% of income.
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 (3)
- $10,000 spent. Sober Living Housing & Support Services Services Provided: Gift of Life Sober Living Foundation offers safe structured and supportive housing for individuals in recovery. Residents receive access to peer support counseling referrals life skills training and structured group meetings. The program fosters accountability community engagement and personal development. Persons Benefited: Over the past year the program has provided housing and recovery support to approximately 100+ individuals ensuring a stable environment that promotes long-term sobriety. Impact: Residents have maintained an 80%+ program completion rate with many securing employment reuniting with family and transitioning to independent living.
- $10,000 spent. Recovery & Community Engagement Programs Services Provided: The foundation facilitates weekly group therapy sessions relapse prevention workshops and recovery-focused social events to build resilience and strengthen community bonds. Activities include educational seminars mentorship programs and structured outings that promote a sober lifestyle. Persons Benefited: More than 150 individuals have participated in these programs receiving direct benefits from structured recovery meetings peer support networks and mentorship opportunities. Impact: Over 70% of participants report improved mental well-being stronger coping mechanisms and increased confidence in maintaining long-term sobriety.
- $5,000 spent. Employment & Life Skills Development Services Provided: The foundation assists residents in resume building job interview preparation financial literacy and professional development to help them achieve financial independence and self-sufficiency. Partnerships with local businesses and organizations provide employment opportunities. Persons Benefited: Approximately 80 individuals have received career counseling and job placement assistance helping them transition into the workforce. Impact: More than 60% of participants have secured stable employment within six months of program completion reinforcing the foundations mission to create long-term sustainable recovery solutions.
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 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 2024.
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 March 2024.
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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