Zero Theater
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To foster community connection, creativity, and well-being through acting training, playwright incubator programs, and drama therapy workshops. Zero Theater nurtures emerging talents, supports original playwriting, and provides accessible theater experiences that promote emotional growth and cultural exchange.
- Income
- $7,150
- Spending
- $4,892
- Reserves
- 5.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 82%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2024, 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 June 30, 2024, 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 June 30, 2024, 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)
- Playwright Incubator: The Playwright Incubator supported emerging writers through structured script development and peer collaboration. Participants received editorial guidance and opportunities to present their original work for future productions.
- $607 spent. Acting Training Program: Zero Theater offered acting training to nurture new talents and develop performance skills through immersive stage practice and mentorship. In 2023-2024, over 50 participants completed training and showcased their growth through a public on-stage performance attended by more than 250 audience members
- $1,055 spent. Drama Therapy Workshops: Zero Theater provided drama therapy and community workshops to enhance emotional wellness and self-expression through creative theater methods. The program reached over 160 participants, fostering mental health awareness and cross-cultural connection.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2024, 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 October 13, 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 June 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 October 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 October 21, 2026.
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