Way We See Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To educate and advance human rights equity and social justice through the creation production and distribution of documentary films and educational media. The organization amplifies the voices and experiences of individuals and communities affected by systemic inequities promotes public understanding of social issues and seeks to reduce prejudice and discrimination through storytelling. Its films and media are used to inform the general public and decision-makers and support educational and advocacy efforts related to criminal justice and other human rights issues.
- Income
- $136,673
- Spending
- $101,409
- Reserves
- 5.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 59%
- Highest pay
- $52,650, executive director
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
Good: 79 out of 100. Higher than 54% of charities in its peer group (crime and legal services, under $250k).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 5.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 26% of income.
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)
- $63,079 spent. The organization created documentary-style videos and multimedia content to support public defenders and legal advocates representing individuals involved in the criminal legal system. These materials were used to present clients personal histories social circumstances and community impacts in a compelling and educational format helping courts attorneys policymakers and the public better understand issues affecting individuals involved in the justice system. Through visual storytelling the organization promoted awareness of criminal justice issues amplified affected voices and furthered its mission of advancing equity human rights and public education.
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? 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 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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