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Restorative Resources

EIN 94-3389695 · Santa Rosa, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceGood78 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To provide restorative justice practices for community members-at-large that teach effective community collaboration, crime prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration and conflict resolution skills.

Income
$301,176
Spending
$226,203
Spent on programs
92%
Reserves
9.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 78%
Employees
5
Volunteers
10
Highest pay
$46,600, executive dir.

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 79% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 9.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 25% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 35% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    92% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 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: 78 out of 100. Higher than 63% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 6 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.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

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

  • 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 (1)
  1. $208,245 spent. Programs and Services: Conference Facilitation: A. Restorative Conferencing for Youth Justice: In a Restorative Conference (RC) the youth who offended, his/her family, the victim with his/her support and a law enforcement official meet to decide how the young person can be held accountable and take responsibility for his/her behavior. The focus is on putting things right, not punishment. Restorative Resources has trained coordinators to organize and facilitate these meetings. B. Restorative Conferencing for Adult Criminal Justice: In a Restorative Conference (RC) the person who offended, his/her family, the victim with his/her support and a law enforcement official meet to decide how the person can be held accountable and take responsibility for his/her behavior. The focus is on putting things right, not punishment. Restorative Resources has trained coordinators to organize and facilitate these meetings. C. Family Group Conferencing for Child Welfare: In a Family Group Conference (FGC), families are empowered and actively participating in decisions about their childrens care and protection needs. Through this participatory process, they work together with Family, Youth and Childrens Services providers regarding concerns such as reunification and placement. Restorative Resources has trained coordinators to organize and facilitate these meetings. D. Transforming Conflicts: Conflicts are a natural part of life, especially during times of transition and growth. Through a restorative approach, conflicts become the catalyst for strengthening and deepening relationships whether they are within a family, business or organization. Restorative Resources has trained coordinators to organize and facilitate these meetings. Education and Trainings: A. Public Education and Presentations on Restorative Justice & Conferencing: We offer educational presentations on restorative justice, Restorative/Family Group Conferencing nationally and internationally and to local individuals, government, community organizations, school boards, law enforcement, and interested community members. B. Organize Restorative Justice and Restorative/Family Group Conferencing Trainings: We offer trainings on both restorative justice and Restorative/Family Group Conferencing for criminal justice professionals and members of the community-at-large. These trainings include a highly interactive method, which involves small group work, short videos, role-plays and group discussions. Training participants receive a comprehensive manual and certificate. We specialize in systems training to help communities prepare well in starting restorative justice programs and provide comprehensive procedures including who refers cases to full case closure.

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 September 7, 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 September 30, 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 September 10, 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 September 7, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since May 2001.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 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 7, 2026.

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