Trusting Hearts Youth Services
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Trusting Hearts Youth Services is a supportive residential program dedicated to helping young women build stable independent futures. We provide a safe structured home where young women build life skills gain confidence and move forward with purpose supported every step of the way.
- Income
- $428,123
- Spending
- $420,391
- Spent on programs
- 100%
- Reserves
- 3.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 100%
- Employees
- 12
- Volunteers
- 0
- Highest pay
- $49,038, ceo
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
Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 61% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 3.6 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
12 of 15Income exceeded spending by 2% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 42712% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 15100% 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
Weak: 44 out of 100. Higher than 13% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
5 of 250 of 3 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
0 of 10Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, 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 (3)
- $252,234 spent. Our organization offers residential care services focused on providing safe and stable housing for young women experiencing crisis situations. In addition to accommodation we ensure they receive essential support such as meals transportation clothing and assistance with daily living activities. This comprehensive approach aims to create a nurturing environment where these individuals can rebuild their lives with dignity and security.
- $105,098 spent. Child Welfare Services: Our organization provided vital support to children in need through trauma-informed counseling emotional assistance and comprehensive case management services. These efforts aimed to address the unique challenges and traumas faced by children in the welfare system ensuring they received the necessary care and support to thrive. By offering these crucial services we strived to create a safe and nurturing environment for vulnerable children empowering them to overcome adversity and build a brighter future.
- $63,059 spent. The organization offers comprehensive youth development programs focused on academic support including tutoring services to enhance educational outcomes for students. In addition to academic assistance the program provides valuable life skills training to equip young individuals with essential skills for personal growth and success. Through a combination of educational support and life skills training the organization aims to empower youth to reach their full potential and succeed in various aspects of their lives.
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
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 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 October 21, 2026.
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