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Klinic Kids

EIN 92-1659047 · Bronx, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood75 out of 100GovernanceFair56 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Klinic Kids is dedicated to unlocking the full potential of every child, guiding them to triumph over life's challenges. At the heart of our mission is the transformative power of basketball, a tool we use not just to refine athletic skills but to instill vital principles of mental health and wellness. Our focus extends beyond the court, teaching children the invaluable lessons of self-worth, resilience, and hope.

Income
$1.4 million
Spending
$1.4 million
Spent on programs
94%
Reserves
2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 56%
Employees
2

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes -57% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 20% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    94% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 56 out of 100. Higher than 30% of charities in its peer group (recreation and sports, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    2 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    0 of 5

    Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 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. $1.3 million spent. 1/19/2025 Project RISE Launch Event Multiple locations, Syracuse 4 60-minute sessions to promote spring weekly program Aimed at high-risk youth aged 12-22 3/19/2025 - 5/1/2025 Syracuse City School District 8 week spring after school program 4 elementary schools (Delaware Elementary, Seymour Dual Language Academy, STEAM at Dr. King Elementary, Webster Elementary) 4/5/2025 Tampa Launch Event Ledo High School 4409 W Sligh Ave, Tampa, FL 33614 Single day program to introduce Klinic Kids to local CBOs 4/26/2024 to 5/24/2025 New Rochelle Boys and Girls Club Remington Clubhouse 1 Remington Pl, New Rochelle, NY 10801 8 week Saturday program (Pro training, Wellness & SEL tools) 2 sessions (grades 3 to 5, & 6 to 8) 5/31/2025 Buffalo Launch Event Daemen University 4380 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226 Single day program to introduce Klinic Kids to local CBOs 8/5/2025 SCSD Special Activation Clary Middle School 100 Amidon Dr, Syracuse, NY 13205 Single day program (4 60-minute session) for students with special needs 8/16/2025 Waterbury Launch Event Chase Park House 150 Sunnyside ave, Waterbury CT 06708 Single day program to introduce Klinic Kids to local CBOs 8/21/2025 Boston Launch Event Reggie Lewis Track & Athletic Center 37 Babson St Mattapan, MA 02126 Single day program to introduce Klinic Kids to local CBOs 10/8/2025 - 11/20/2025 Syracuse City School District 8 week Fall after school program 2 elementary schools & 2 middle schools (Lincoln Middle School, Brighton Middle School, VanDuyn Elementary School, Meachem Elementary School) Misc October & November: 100KK Initiative From October 2025 to August 2026, we are committed to running 100 FREE Klinics at schools and community based organizations across New York City, Westchester, and the surrounding area. You can learn more about this initiative and track its progress here: klinickids.com/100kk 11/2/2025 - 1/18/2026 Boys and Girls Club of New Rochelle Remington Clubhouse 1 Remington Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801 8 week Sunday program (Pro training, Wellness & SEL tools) 2 sessions (grades 3 to 5, & 6 to 8)

Source: Form 990 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 November 6, 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 March 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 November 4, 2026.

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