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Hoops Collaborative Youth Development Program

EIN 92-1224607 · Brockton, MA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood79 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Hoops Collaborative Development Program Inc is a community-based basketball and educational equity organization that teaches basketball skill development, physical training and life skills to young people. The primary goal of The Hoops Collaborative Youth Program Inc is to provide a safe and supportive sport-based environment that helps the BIPOC youth m and around the greater Boston area to cope with the physical and mental disparities that prevents and hinders social development and upward mobility for young people. Through community partnerships, the program seeks to establish joyful engagement and connection among young people so that they feel seen and supported within the educational, political, justice and social systems that surrounds them.

Income
$113,644
Spending
$98,388
Reserves
4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Highest pay
$4,198, executive dir.

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

Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 57% of charities in its peer group (youth development, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 5% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 13% 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 (1)
  1. $23,605 spent. The Hoops Collaborative Development Program Inc. has empowered over 500 BIPOC youth in Greater Boston through: Basketball & Skill Development: Hosted multiple clinics, with 85 of participants improving both athletic abilities and academic engagement. Mental & Physical Wellness: Partnered with local organizations to provide trauma-informed coaching, with 70 of youth reporting increased confidence and stress management skills. Life Skills & Leadership: Launched a mentorship program connecting teens with professionals, resulting in 30+ youth with potential internships and college prep opportunities. Community Advocacy: Collaborated with schools and justice reform groups to bridge gaps, ensuring youth voices are heard in policy discussions affecting their futures. By combining sports, education, and systemic support, were breaking barriers to create pathways for joy, resilience, and upward mobility.

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 January 2023.

    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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