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Building Bridges Education

EIN 93-3945882 · Boston, MA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood78 out of 100GovernanceFair53 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Building Bridges Education (BBE) is a non-profit organization at the forefront of creating transformative, high-impact programming. BBE is committed to equity-driven initiatives that empower students to embark on journeys of self-discovery, academic exploration, and college and career readiness. BBE's programs are designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, awareness, and access they need to see a future they may have not imagined and prepare them for fulfilling professional lives.

Income
$232,731
Spending
$234,715
Spent on programs
91%
Reserves
3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 65%
Employees
1
Volunteers
25
Highest pay
$67,795, ceo/president

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: 78 out of 100. Higher than 47% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 74% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    91% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 53 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    0 of 25

    1 of 2 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • 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, 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)
  1. $163,412 spent. The Building Bridges HBCU Program stands as the largest HBCU event in Massachusetts hosting over 1,500 students annually, along with more than 300 educators. In the past two years, the program has partnered with over 20 HBCUs, providing resources and opportunities for high school students, educators, and families. To date, the program has helped secure over $6 million in scholarships and provided over 300 on-the-spot college acceptances for high school seniors in Massachusetts. The Building Bridges HBCU Program continues to make a significant impact in shaping the future of higher education for students and families across Massachusetts.
  2. $6,000 spent. The College Proven Program is a research-driven model designed to advance postsecondary access and success for historically underserved students. Grounded in evidence that early, structured college-access programming significantly improves long-term outcomes, our approach ensures students do not simply become college-ready - they become college-proven. Core initiatives include Discover U, the Building Bridges Going Live Series, Pathways to Success college coaching, and the College-Proven Summer Institute, which provides rising juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn free college credit.
  3. $43,813 spent. The HBCU Summit stands as a beacon of collaboration and innovation, bringing together educators and leaders from across secondary and higher education. This event will offer a rich platform to delve into evolving trends and share promising practices within the higher education community and beyond. Through vibrant discussions and workshop sessions, participants will have the opportunity to exchange invaluable insights and cultivate impactful partnerships aimed at furthering the mission and influence of HBCUs.

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

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. 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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