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Hopeful Change Project

EIN 88-4366087 · Lithonia, GA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair51 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Public Charity

Income
$158,585
Spending
$157,243
Reserves
0.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Highest pay
$55,000, officer

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

Fair: 51 out of 100. Higher than 23% of charities in its peer group (youth development, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

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)
  1. $2,800 spent. School Based Mental Health were provided to approximately 95 youth in Atlanta-area schools. Services included individual mentoring, counseling, and group workshops focused on emotional wellness, conflict resolution, and academic engagement. An estimated 500 sessions and 45 workshops were conducted during the reporting period. Approximately 80% of participating youth demonstrated improved social-emotional skills or school engagement. Statistical information is estimated where necessary.
  2. $3,000 spent. Community-Based Youth Mentoring and Enrichment Programs served approximately 75 youth through community-based mentoring, leadership development, after-school activities, and enrichment programs. An estimated 40 workshops and 20 community events were held focusing on life skills, wellness, and career readiness. Approximately 85% of participating youth reported improved confidence and social connections. Statistical information is estimated where necessary.
  3. $2,400 spent. Family Support and Mental Health Education Services were provided family support, crisis intervention, and mental health education services benefiting approximately 150 youth and family members combined. Services included parent workshops, referrals, and support sessions focused on mental health awareness and family wellness. Approximately 25 workshops and support sessions were conducted during the reporting period. Statistical information is estimated where exact figures were unavailable.

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

  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 October 13, 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 December 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 October 21, 2026.

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