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Harambee Christian Family Center

EIN 95-3947727 · Pasadena, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair65 out of 100GovernanceFair59 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

HARAMBEE SEEKS TO NURTURE AND EQUIP LEADERSHIP THAT WILL WHOLISTICALLY MINISTER TO THE COMMUNITY BY SHARING BIBLICAL TRUTHS, IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE THE RE-BUILDING OF URBAN NEIGHBORHOODS THROUGH RELOCATION, RECONCILIATION AND REDISTRIBUTION.

Income
$957,377
Spending
$914,360
Spent on programs
74%
Reserves
0 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 79%
Employees
30
Volunteers
82

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

Fair: 65 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover -0.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 25% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 4% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    74% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 9 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

Fair: 59 out of 100. Higher than 34% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    12 of 12 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no 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.

  • 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 (5)
  1. $318,209 spent. During the summer, the Harambee Performing Arts Academy hosted its largest Summer Academy to date with [insert number] of scholars served. Students engaged in a range of creative disciplines, including vocal methods, acting, dance, video and photography, and music production. Culminating in a powerful and impressive Summer Showcase. This growth was made possible through a strengthened partnership with the Pasadena Unified School District.
  2. $173,318 spent. Program Service Accomplishments for Year In the spring, the Harambee Gospel Choir was in full force, providing high-quality vocal training to young scholars at no cost. This program continues to serve as a cornerstone of Harambees commitment to cultivating artistic excellence while nurturing faith and community.
  3. $116,668 spent. To close the year, Harambee continued its cherished tradition of the annual Christmas musical. In 2024, the Performing Arts Academy presented Bethlehem: An Original Hip-Hop Musical to two packed out audiences from the Pasadena area. Participation grew to over 50 scholars, ages 5 to 16, and three new songs were added to the productions score.Harambee Ministries remains deeply committed to making high-quality arts and academic programs accessible to children in our communityespecially those who might not otherwise have the opportunitythrough a holistic approach of scholarship, discipleship, and leadership.
  4. $60,809 spent. To further support the academic success of our scholars, the Harambee Tutoring Program, B.E.E. Program, served approximately [insert number] students, offering up to two to three hours of free tutoring per week. To ensure accessibility for all participants, tutoring was made available both in-person and online.
  5. $5,732 spent. An additional highlight of the Summer Academy was the continued development of Junior Advocateshigh school students who applied to serve in leadership roles alongside our staff. These young leaders received hands-on mentorship and leadership training while supporting the Academys day-to-day programs.

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 March 1985.

    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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