Eat Karma
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What it says it does
Eat Karma is a Los Angeles based non-profit 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to alleviating food insecurity and advancing health equity through culturally relevant medically tailored meals for food-insecure individuals living in underserved areas with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Our primary objective revolves around making inroads into food deserts and remote rural regions, intending to alleviate food insecurity and improve health outcomes. At Eat Karma, our overarching mission is to provide exceptional and affordable cuisine to individuals afflicted by chronic diseases, as well as extend our services to all individuals regardless of their state of health. Our vision encompasses the creation of a world in which individuals contending with chronic ailments such as diabetes, hypertension, or chronic kidney disease can easily access flavorsome, high-quality, and cost-effective meals. Our mission and vision statements cultivate a drive towards healthier lifestyles while nurturing bon
- Income
- $6,000
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
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 (1)
- Eat Karma is a Los Angeles based non-profit 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to alleviating food insecurity and advancing health equity through culturally relevant medically tailored meals for food-insecure individuals living in underserved areas with chronic illnesses or disabilities. Our primary objective revolves around making inroads into food deserts and remote rural regions, intending to alleviate food insecurity and improve health outcomes. At Eat Karma, our overarching mission is to provide exceptional and affordable cuisine to individuals afflicted by chronic diseases, as well as extend our services to all individuals regardless of their state of health. Our vision encompasses the creation of a world in which individuals contending with chronic ailments such as diabetes, hypertension, or chronic kidney disease can easily access flavorsome, high-quality, and cost-effective meals. Our mission and vision statements cultivate a drive towards healthier lifestyles while nurturing bonds within communities. Our purpose transcends mere sustenance; we're catalysts for healthier lifestyles, forging profound community connections, and nurturing holistic well-being. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can thrive, enjoying the health benefits of nutritious food while prioritizing their overall well-being. By seamlessly integrating our guiding principle, "You are what you eat," into every facet of our operations, we strive to serve as a catalyst for positive transformation in the lives of those we serve. As the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates once said, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." This timeless wisdom guides our approach, reminding us of the profound impact that food can have on our health and well-being.
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? Caution.
Not 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 July 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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