Inner City Inclusion
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The organizations primary exempt purpose is to expand access to higher education for low income and underserved students by providing mentorship, resources, and programming that support academic success and college readiness.
- Income
- $20,195
- Spending
- $9,012
- Reserves
- 13.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 79%
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)
- $2,200 spent. Inner City Inclusion (ICI) launched a large scale visual awareness initiative by installing oversized college acceptance style stickers across multiple Detroit Public Schools. These installations were designed to normalize college going culture and inspire students to envision themselves in higher education environments. The program directly impacted approximately 2000 students across 5 schools this past year, increasing daily exposure to college messaging in high traffic areas such as hallways and common spaces. This initiative served as both a motivational tool and a conversation starter around post-secondary opportunities, particularly for students who may not otherwise see college as attainable.
- $1,000 spent. ICI organizes an annual backpack drive to equip underserved students with essential school supplies at the start of the academic year. In the most recent cycle, the organization distributed over 400 backpacks filled with notebooks, writing materials, and other academic necessities to students in Detroit communities. This program directly benefited approximately 400 students and helped reduce financial barriers that often prevent students from starting the school year prepared. In addition to material support, the drive fostered community engagement through partnerships with local volunteers and donors.
- $2,520 spent. The Bridge to Brilliance Scholarship Program provides financial assistance and mentorship to high achieving, low income students pursuing higher education. In the most recent year, ICI awarded scholarships totaling $1600 to 3 students. Beyond financial support, recipients receive ongoing mentorship, college readiness guidance, and access to a supportive network aimed at improving retention and long term success. This program directly benefits scholarship recipients while also creating a broader impact by promoting college access and completion within underserved communities.
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 December 2024.
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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