Christian Home Educators Academic Resource
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To provide educational programs enrichment activities and social opportunities for homeschooled children and their families fostering learning creativity and community engagement.
- Income
- $110,581
- Spending
- $116,132
- Reserves
- 9.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 47%
- Highest pay
- $19,950, director
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)
- $26,299 spent. Academic and Enrichment classes. Provides educational classes and instruction for homeschooled children in core academic subjects arts and STEM enrichment. Classes are taught by qualified tutors and volunteer helpers. Approximately 422 students participated this year receiving individualized instruction and hands-on learning experiences that support academic growth and skill development.
- $18,828 spent. CHEAR provides special events. Hosts end-of-year celebrations holiday performances teen social events and educational field trips that foster community creativity and student engagement. Approximately 422 students and 250 family members participated celebrating academic achievements social development and cultural experiences.
- $6,634 spent. CHEAR provides administrative and support services. Provides administrative support for student enrollment class scheduling badge issuance and special academic programs including Science Fair and National Honor Society activities. These services ensure smooth program operations and equitable access to educational opportunities for all enrolled students. Approximately 422 students benefited from these services.
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 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 December 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 March 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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