Citizens Outreach Foundation Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our vision at Citizens Outreach Foundation Inc. is to be a beacon of hope and transformation for individuals facing crisis situations. We are committed to empowering each person we encounter with personalized support, tailored resources, and compassionate guidance. Our aim is to foster a journey towards self-sufficiency, enabling a transition into a healthier, stable, and more fulfilling future. We envision a community where every individual in crisis receives the unique assistance they need to overcome their challenges and embark on the road to living a normal, empowered life.
- Income
- $6,725
- Spending
- $5,963
- Reserves
- 2.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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)
- At Citizens Outreach Foundation, we are dedicated to offering a lifeline to those facing hardships on the streets. Our diverse range of programs is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual we serve. From providing essentials like food, clothing, and toiletries, to more substantial support such as rental assistance and job re-entry tools like laptops and phones, we are committed to helping people rebuild their lives. Our efforts include nourishing those who are working but struggling, offering transportation solutions, and providing emergency shelter and detox assistance. Special initiatives like 'Reset' cater to the elderly, offering temporary hotel stays and essentials, while our 'Rescue' program focuses on harm reduction for I.V. drug users. Each program is designed with the goal of guiding individuals from crisis to stability, empowering them to lead productive and fulfilling lives
- Our "Reset" program provides new clothes, food, toiletries and 2 nights in a hotel. We offer this to elderly people living on our streets who do not yet qualify for permanent housing and rental assistance. Robert is currently in desperate need of a hip replacement, and is suffering with high blood pressure and asthma. Can you imagine what it would be like dealing with all of that when you're 63 and have no place to live? When Robert sat down on that bed, it was the first time I had ever really seen him smile. No one deserves this "reset"more than him. Please help us extend his stay and consider donating. Every dollar goes to the people we are helping.
- This program provides a quick simple solution to get into treatment. With one phone call to TCOF, we will set up the bed in the detox, provide clean clothes, toiletries and a ride to the facility. We will then set up aftercare in a long term program if needed and agreed upon.
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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since January 2023.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 October 7, 2026.
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