Learningquest-Stanislaus Literacy Centers
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Empowering adults and children through Educational Services and improving self-reliance for the family
- Income
- $3.4 million
- Spending
- $2.7 million
- Spent on programs
- 86%
- Reserves
- 6.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- government grants, 54%
- Employees
- 95
- Volunteers
- 67
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
Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 68% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 6.4 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 8% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 21% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 31% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1586% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 10 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: 84 out of 100. Higher than 37% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 258 of 8 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
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (4)
- $863,622 spent. Transition Services -Upon enrollment, all LearningQuest students choose college or career as a goal for after graduating. Transition Specialists ensure they stay motivated to achieve that goal through workshops, one-on-one training support completing applications for jobs, financial aid, college and more. HSE graduates have lifetime access to Transition Services. 628 students were served with transitional services. We provided 193 college enrollment sessions for students desiring to attend college after graduating from our HSE program. 712 resumes were created to enhance job-seeking opportunities. 432 job applications completed by students. 74 Students obtained employment. 8 Computer literacy workshops were conducted to enhance digital skills. 16 financial literacy workshops. 6 life coaching workshops.KidsQuest -Children diagnosed with dyslexia or other language disorders receive one-on-one tutoring by volunteers specializing in effective structured word inquiry methods. Children diagnosed with dyslexia or other language disorders receive one-on one tutoring from volunteers specializing in effective structured word inquiry methods. Currently serving 29 students, with 93% making satisfactory or above progress. Recruited 21 new tutors, bringing the total to 26 active tutors. Since October 2023, volunteers have provided 1,748 hours of tutoring. Completed 23 one-on-one tutor training sessions, with 2 additional trainings scheduled for multiple tutors. Conducted 35 student screenings using the Barton Reading and Spelling screening. One student has graduated from the Batton Spelling and Reading system, now reading at grade level as they start high school this year. Provided a parent academy teaching parents/tutors how to instruct on the 100 most common sight words. Partnered with Barnes & Noble to host a Student Recognition Ceremony for all students enrolled in KidsQuest, raising nearly $2,000. Conducted 6 days of WIAT-4 Dyslexia Index Assessments, assessing 20 students and 4 adults. Added and contracted 2 new assessors for the WIAT-4 assessments.
- $615,000 spent. English as a Second Language (ESL) and Family Literacy -Through class discussion, projects, and hands on learning, adults from diverse backgrounds gather to learn English. Family literacy services, such as Kids Club (free childcare) and Parent and Child Time (PACT) helps parents to bond with their children through literacy activities. Total adults served- 388 Total children served- 127 Retention rate - 73% 100% of students surveyed said "they would recommend this program to friends and family. 100% of students surveyed said this class helps me practice my English conversation. 91% of students surveyed said they felt more confident speaking English in public 100% of students surveyed said the things they are learning in class have helped improve their daily lives. 97% of students surveyed said they can better communicate with their family or on behalf of their family.
- $525,000 spent. High School equivalence preparation - We offer test preparation classes and tutoring services for adult learners across the county. Our program covers all five subjects of the state HiSET exams, helping students earn their HSE diplomas upon successful completion. Classes are available in both English and Spanish, offered at various locations with a hybrid option. In-person instruction is also provided at the county jail. Graduates are honored during Winter and Summer graduation ceremonies each year. 573 students were served by om team of HSE instructors. 131 of those served were enrolled in Spanish HSE. 216 of those served were enrolled in the jail program. 148 students graduated with a high school equivalency diploma and moved onto either college or career goals. 15% increase in number of graduates from the previous year. We provided 624 class sessions for the year. 1,537 official HiSET exams were scheduled during the year.Previous Goals Met: An increase in partnership collaboration brought in life-coaching, financial and computer literacy, and career coaching to HSE students. Incorporated college planning services into our correctional re-entry program.
- $345,000 spent. Literacy Program - In partnership with the Stanislaus County Library in Modesto, the LearningQuest Adult Literacy office is in place to support volunteers providing long-term, one on one tutoring sessions with adults at or below a 71h grade reading level. 77 students were served. Volunteers provided a total of 4,716 instructional tutoring. Students short- and long-term goals: read a book to a child, prepare for the DMV driver's exam, apply for a library card, etc. Individual education profiles are created for each adult student which includes assessment results and learning recommendations for volunteer tutors to use in sessions. As needed, the literacy director refers adult literacy students to a contracted assessor with LearningQuest to assist with diagnostic testing for learning disabilities. LQ literacy staff provide 4 in-person volunteer tutor trainings and 2 literacy related workshops for volunteers and instructional staff.
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
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 June 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 July 1992.
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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