Opportunity Uplifted
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To empower underserved communities through education, entrepreneurship, and wellness programs. Youth leadership, youth literacy, education, entrepreneurship, and community wellness programming. The organization supported community-based learning, cultural awareness, youth engagement, and empowerment activities for underserved families and emerging entrepreneurs.
- Income
- $15,969
- Spending
- $14,278
- Reserves
- 1.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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 (2)
- $1,000 spent. Program title: Reading for a Bright Future Description: Opportunity Uplifted hosted two Reading for a Bright Future events to promote literacy, learning, cultural pride, and positive youth engagement. The events encouraged children and families to build reading confidence, participate in educational activities, and connect with community-based resources that support long-term success. Number of persons benefited: Approximately 80 participants Program service expenses: $1,000
- $16,500 spent. Program title: Ujamaa BWK Entrepreneurship and Business Empowerment Events Description: Opportunity Uplifted hosted four Ujamaa BWK events to support local entrepreneurs, minority business owners, and community members interested in business development. Three events provided networking, business education, empowerment resources, and community collaboration opportunities. One larger event expanded access to entrepreneurship support, vendor/business exposure, and economic empowerment resources. Number of persons benefited: Approximately 300 participants Program service expenses: $16,500
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 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 December 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 February 2024.
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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