British International School of Houston Parent Teacher Organizatio
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Non-profit is organized for the purpose of supporting the education of children at the British International School of Houston by fostering relationships among the school, parents, staff, and teachers.
- Income
- $105,767
- Spending
- $98,995
- Spent on programs
- 94%
- Reserves
- 6.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 60%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 50
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
Good: 88 out of 100. Higher than 66% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 6.4 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 8% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1594% 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
Fair: 62 out of 100. Higher than 47% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 2510 of 10 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (10)
- $17,750 spent. Winter Fayre (November 2024) The Winter Fayre, held in November 2024, was a festive event open to all school families. The Fayre featured a variety of activities and attractions designed to bring the community together and celebrate the holiday season. Highlights of the event included: Trackless Train: A fun ride for children and families, providing a scenic tour around the school grounds. Inflatable Obstacle Course: An exciting and challenging activity for kids to enjoy and burn off some energy. Secret Santa: A gift shop where kids could choose and wrap their Christmas gifts for their friends and family members. Santa's Grotto: A magical experience where children could meet Santa Claus, share their holiday wishes and take pictures with Santa. Music and Performances: Live music and performances by students and local artists, adding to the festive atmosphere. Vendors: A variety of vendors selling holiday-themed goods, crafts, and gifts. The Winter Fayre was a wonderful opportunity for families to come together, enjoy festive activities, and support the school community. The event was inclusive and welcoming, ensuring that all families could participate and have a great time.
- $4,655 spent. Summer Fayre (June 2025) The Summer Fayre, held in June 2025, was a vibrant and fun-filled event open to all school families. This Aloha-themed celebration featured a variety of activities and attractions, making it a highlight of the summer. Key features of the event included: Inflatables: A range of inflatable attractions, including bounce houses, obstacle courses and slides, set up in the gymnasiums (venue change due to rainy weather!) for kids to enjoy. Ice Cream Sales: Delicious ice cream treats available for purchase. Aloha Theme: The entire event was decorated with a Hawaiian tropical theme, featuring vibrant colors, palm trees, and island-inspired decorations. The Summer Fayre was a fantastic opportunity for families to come together, enjoy a variety of fun activities, and celebrate the end of the school year. The event was inclusive and welcoming, ensuring that all families could participate and have a great time. The wet weather did not hamper anyones fun and a great deal of feedback was received that the indoor option was a great relief from the Houston heat!
- $51,972 spent. The organization administered several other service programs that supported the local community and school-related initiatives. A key component involved managing neighborhood-specific funds and expenses through the Future Fund platform, which provided a transparent and efficient system for tracking financial activity and supporting community-led projects. The organization also provided ongoing support, assisting with volunteer coordination, fundraising, and event planning. Notably, this included support for graduation-related events, helping ensure inclusive and memorable celebrations for students and families.
- $5,930 spent. Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2025) Teacher Appreciation Week, held in May 2025, was a heartfelt celebration of the dedication and hard work of the school's teachers and staff. With a sports theme, each day featured special treats and activities to show gratitude and appreciation. Highlights of the week included: Monday - Coffee & Croissants Breakfast: Teachers started their week with a delightful coffee breakfast, energizing them for the day ahead. Tuesday - Boba and Foosball: teachers enjoyed refreshing boba tea and a foosball tournament, adding a sweet and fun treat to their day. Wednesday - A Mediterranean hot lunch catered in: allowing teachers to enjoy a delicious meal together. Thursday - Nachos and hot dogs for lunch and a friendly basketball match up. Friday - Family-Donated treats: Families contributed homemade snacks, adding a personal touch to the appreciation week and showing their heartfelt thanks. Warm Thank You: Throughout the week, heartfelt messages and tokens of appreciation were shared with all teachers and staff, recognizing their invaluable contributions to the school community. Teacher Appreciation Week was a wonderful opportunity for the school community to express their gratitude and celebrate the incredible efforts of their educators. The sports theme added a fun and engaging element to the festivities, making the week memorable for everyone involved.
- $1,390 spent. The success of these programs was made possible by the dedication of numerous volunteers, whose time, energy, and commitment were instrumental in achieving the organization's goals. The organization extends its sincere appreciation to all volunteers for their invaluable contributions.
- $120 spent. One of the PTO's primary fundraising activities during the reporting period was the sale of second-hand school uniforms. This initiative not only provided an affordable option for families but also promoted sustainability by encouraging the reuse of gently worn clothing. Uniform donations were collected throughout the year, sorted by volunteers, and made available for purchase at designated sales events. Proceeds from these sales contributed significantly to the PTO's overall funding, supporting a variety of school programs, events, and community initiatives. The success of this program was driven by strong community participation and the dedicated efforts of parent volunteers.
- $3,254 spent. PTO raised funds by selling snacks and drinks at key school events, such as Sports Days, the Winter and Summer Fayres, and theater performances. These sales not only provided refreshments for attendees but also generated supplemental income that was reinvested into PTO-supported initiatives. The success of these efforts was driven by strong volunteer participation and enthusiastic community support.
- $4,836 spent. Other notable fundraising efforts included a dedicated hot chocolate station at the Winter Fayre and the sales of original school branded holiday ornaments, which promoted school spirit and raised funds through merchandise sales, and also the popular Quiz Night, a community event that combined friendly competition with a shared meal. These initiatives were made possible through the dedication of volunteers and the enthusiastic participation of families and staff, contributing meaningfully to the PTO's ability to support its mission.
- $2,696 spent. International Day (October 2024) International Day, held in October 2024, was a vibrant celebration of the diverse cultures represented within the school community. Organized in cooperation with the school, this event brought together families from 87 different nationalities to share their unique traditions and heritage. Key features of the event included: Food Samples: Families contributed a variety of food samples, offering a delicious taste of cuisines from around the world. Decor Pieces: The event space was adorned with decor pieces representing different cultures, creating a visually stunning and educational environment. National Costumes: Students came to school dressed in their national costumes, showcasing the beautiful and diverse traditional attire from their respective countries. Dance and Music: The day featured dance and music performances from around the world, allowing students and families to experience and appreciate different cultural expressions. Stamp Passports: Children received "passports" that they could get stamped at various cultural booths, adding an interactive and educational element to the event. Flag Parade Ceremony: The event concluded with a flag parade ceremony, where students proudly carried flags representing their countries, symbolizing unity and global friendship. International Day was a wonderful opportunity for the school community to come together, celebrate diversity, and learn about the rich cultural backgrounds of their peers. The event was inclusive and welcoming, ensuring that everyone could participate and enjoy the festivities.
- Other Program Services Description: In addition to its primary exempt purpose, the organization administered several other service programs that supported the local community and school-related initiatives. A key component involved managing neighborhood-specific funds and expenses through the Future Fund platform, which provided a transparent and efficient system for tracking financial activity and supporting community-led projects. During the reporting period, a total of $41,016 was collected for neighborhood initiatives, with $34,000 spent on various approved programs and events. The organization also provided ongoing support to parent committees, funding part of their activities. Notably, this included support for graduation-related events, helping ensure inclusive and memorable celebrations for students and families. Total spent was $7,500 on general activities and $6,400 on graduation events. PTO also spent $1,819 on bank charges and Future Fund fees, sale tax paid amounted to $1,008.
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
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 June 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 February 2023.
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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