Despertar Latino
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Despertar Latinos primary exempt purpose is to empower and uplift the Latino community through programs that promote holistic health cultural identity and labor rights advocacy. Since opening its doors in October 2023 the organization has provided hundreds of workshops and community events designed to improve the physical emotional and mental well-being of participants while fostering education inclusion and social equity. Through initiatives such as wellness workshops art and cultural programs and training on labor laws and occupational safety Despertar Latino equips individuals and families with the tools to thrive defend their rights and strengthen their cultural roots. The organization actively collaborates with schools health providers faith-based institutions and civic leaders to expand access to resources elevate Latino voices and create spaces of belonging. Despite operating with limited financial resources Despertar Latino has directly benefited thousands
- Income
- $184,215
- Spending
- $165,985
- Reserves
- 1.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Highest pay
- $42,000, executive director
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending July 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 July 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 July 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)
- $126,298 spent. 3. Workers Center Empowerment and Labor RightsThe Workers Center conducted 112 workshops and support services benefiting 1,384 participants and assisting in 822 worker cases. Services included training on labor rights and responsibilities occupational safety education and the organization of worker associations. Notably 90% of participants successfully obtained their work permit under the DALE program demonstrating a direct impact on economic stability and community empowerment.
- $23,926 spent. 1. Holistic Health and Wellness CommitteeDespertar Latino provided 119 workshops and activities focused on physical emotional and spiritual well-being benefiting 263 participants. Programs included art therapy yoga mental health talks teen workshops and reading circles such as The Four Agreements. These services promote self-knowledge resilience and balanced mental health offering the community tools for long-term wellness and inclusion.
- $6,934 spent. 2. CulturArte Cultural Identity and Artistic ExpressionThrough 154 activities the CulturArte program reached 2,058 participants using art and cultural workshops to preserve and celebrate Latino identity. Events included art and clay workshops Mothers Day and Childrens Day celebrations Day of the Dead activities and toy distributions during Christmas. This program strengthens cultural roots fosters creativity and builds intergenerational connections within the community.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending July 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 July 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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