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East Bay Spanish Speaking Citizens Foundation

EIN 94-1628221 · Oakland, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak32 out of 100GovernanceGood88 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Help San Francisco East Bay families embrace their heritage, enrich their lives, and develop as community leaders by providing educational enrichment services and promoting civic responsibility.

Income
$419,550
Spending
$705,581
Spent on programs
82%
Reserves
-5.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 52%
Employees
14
Volunteers
200

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 32 out of 100. Higher than 5% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

    Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.

  • Debt

    2 of 20

    It owes 100% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 68% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 47% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    82% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 88 out of 100. Higher than 75% of charities in its peer group (human services, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 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

    7 of 7

    Has a 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    12 of 15

    Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 (2)
  1. $433,422 spent. Citizenship and Imigration Services - SSCF has a long history of providing low-cost, high-quality immigration legal services to the community, serving multiple generations of families. Our licensed immigration attorney and Department of Justice accredited representatives assist clients with a range of affirmative immigration matters, including naturalization applications, green card renewals, DACA and Temporary Protected Status work permit renewals, family-based immigration cases, and U Visa applications for community members impacted by crime. In addition to individual casework, we offer volunteer-led citizenship application preparation classes and community education presentations on immigration rights and processes. This past year, we expanded our work through participation in Alameda County's rapid response network (ACILEP), providing legal information, referrals, and support to community members navigating the immigration system. Legal Services: 3,220 - Clients served with immigration info & referral; 310 - Consultations; 67 - Individual naturalization applications; 43 -Naturalization applications workshops; 66 - Family-based cases; 15 - U Visa applications filed; 8 - Law enforcement certifications (U status); 5 - U status permanent residence applications; 224 - Permanent residence renewals; and 31 - DACA renewals: Community Education & Outreach - 240 Students in classes; and 245 -Know Your Rights presentations.
  2. $145,474 spent. Youth Programs (LIBRE Youth Services) - SSCF's LIBRE Youth Services program supports newcomer and immigrant youth ages 14-24, primary Spanish -speaking and Mam-speaking Mayan youth in Oakland. Services are provided Monday through Friday at our Fruitvale center, as well as on campus at Fremont High and Oakland High. Program activities include academic support, mentorship, leadership development, career exploration, college preparation, and civic engagement. Staff also provide case management, family support, financial literacy, and navigation of community resources. Cultural enrichment activities, including museum visits, outdoor experiences, and arts programming, are integrated throughout to strengthen newcomer engagement and sense of belonging. LIBRE staff reflect the cultural and lived experiences of participants, which supports deeper connection and more effective service delivery. Immigration-related needs are addressed as a core component of student and family well-being. Number of Youth Served: 92 - In-class and after-school support; 24 - Newcomer integration services; and 32 - College success initiatives.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 June 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 April 1968.

    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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