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Guardian Outreach Ministries Inc

EIN 93-1401707 · St Augustine, FL

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair69 out of 100GovernanceFair63 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Guardian Outreach Community Inc. Serves veterans and first responders through Christian-based outreach community support and emergency assistance that fosters connection and resilience. Programs emphasize relational care and shared community to help individuals rebuild stability and find renewed purpose from trauma and PTSD.

Income
$3.7 million
Spending
$3.6 million
Spent on programs
90%
Reserves
0.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 100%
Employees
143
Volunteers
0
Highest pay
$122,648, knaak

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

Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 40% of charities in its peer group (religion, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 65% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    90% of spending went to programs.

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: 63 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (religion, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    2 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

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

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • 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 (2)
  1. $708,090 spent. Guardian Renewal Project GRP is a Christian support ministry that serves veterans first responders and their families through faith-based mentorship peer support and community-based engagement. Rooted in Christian values the program emphasizes service accountability restoration and personal responsibility as communicated through the lens of the Bible as pathways to resilience and renewed purpose. GRP delivers support through a structured 12-session healing pathway one-on-one mentorship peer-based support groups and guided community group interactions. Graduation ceremonies are held every six weeks celebrating participants who complete the program and encouraging them to step into future roles as leaders. Program activities center on relationship-building shared experience and fellowship and faith-based encouragement for individuals navigating challenges associated with service including transition isolation and questions of identity and purpose after active duty. Through structured relationships community connection and faith-based leadership GRP seeks to help participants strengthen personal stability rebuild meaningful connections find new spiritual growth and rediscover a renewed sense of purpose. These efforts are expressed through regular gatherings trauma-informed outreach and partnerships with local agencies and organizations advancing the organizations charitable and faith-based mission.
  2. $2.5 million spent. Guardian Days Outreach is the organizations primary community engagement and outreach program. The Outreach serves to connect veterans first responders and the public through organized faith-focused events designed to promote fellowship raise awareness foster connection and generate both spiritual and tangible support for individuals impacted by service-related challenges. Through these events the organization identifies individuals who may benefit from additional support and connects them with appropriate resources. Guardian Days Outreach emphasizes spiritual well-being of those its serves in addition to public awareness education and community participation by highlighting the unique challenges faced by veterans and first responders and encouraging meaningful involvement from local partners and supporters. The program collaborates with community organizations to strengthen local support networks and expand access to resources. As part of its outreach efforts Guardian Days distributes informational and resource materials at events to encourage individuals in need to seek assistance and engage with available support pathways. Guardian Days also serves as a primary entry point into the organizations broader support ecosystem including deeper relational and renewal-focused programs offered through the Guardian Renewal Project GRP.

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 October 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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