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The Herd

EIN 93-2743831 · Fort Lupton, CO

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

What it says it does

Provide courses, events and relationships to help develop Christian men into leaders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Strong: 92 out of 100. Higher than 77% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

Reserves
28 of 35
Spendable reserves would cover 7.3 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 38% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 15
100% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Fair: 56 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

Independent board
25 of 25
5 of 5 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15
Reports no 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
0 of 5
Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
6 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, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (3)

$223,251 spent. Rocky Mountain Men's Summit - A high-impact, in-person event built to fire you up and help you get clear on who you are and what you're called to do. It's more than just a weekend-it's a full-on experience packed with powerful teaching, raw stories, real brotherhood, and moments that stick with you long after you leave. You'll walk away with fresh vision, a renewed sense of purpose, and the confidence to lead in your family, work, and faith. Whether you're feeling stuck or ready to level up, RMMS is the wake-up call every man needs.
$19,696 spent. Herd Strong - A more in-depth program built for guys who want real growth, real connection, and real accountability. Every two weeks, groups meet up over Zoom to talk honestly-sharing wins, struggles, and pushing each other to keep growing. Members get access to a new e-course every month, early access to event tickets, and most importantly, a tight-knit community of men who are serious about becoming better leaders, husbands, dads, and friends.
$124,594 spent. The Herd - Overall community of men that have joined together to learn from each other, lean on each other, and develop each other into better leaders

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

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 2024.
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 August 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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