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Wildfire Academy

EIN 99-1086293 · Missouri City, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak21 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • It owes more than it owns.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

Providing primary and secondary education through a Christian Socratic and Montessori-based curriculum that fosters critical thinking and leadership.

Income
$89,181
Spending
$65,085
Reserves
-2.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 99%

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

Weak: 21 out of 100. Higher than 4% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    0 of 35

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

  • Debt

    0 of 20

    It owes 131% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 27% of income.

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 (3)
  1. $49,635 spent. Christian Classical Education Program Description: Wildfire Academy provides a Christian, Socratic, and Montessori-based curriculum that fosters critical thinking, leadership, and a biblical worldview. Services Provided: Students engage in small-group discussions, hands-on learning experiences, and faith-based instruction. Number of Persons Benefited: 18 students enrolled during the year. Other Relevant Information: The program emphasizes discipleship, academic excellence, and mentorship, equipping students with lifelong learning skills and a strong moral foundation.
  2. $12,229 spent. Teacher Training and Development Description: The academy invests in ongoing teacher training to ensure educators are well-equipped to facilitate Socratic discussions and Montessori style instruction. Services Provided: Mentorship programs and paid time to access to educational resources. Number of Persons Benefited: 3 guides (teachers) participated in training programs.
  3. $3,220 spent. Community and Parent Engagement Programs Description: Wildfire Academy fosters a strong parent and community partnership to support student success. Services Provided: Parent meetings, student showcases, open house events, community events, and meetings with community leaders. Number of Persons Benefited: Within the school 11 families participated, outside of the school, it is hard to approximate the number of people who benefited. We were part of several community events such as Chalk Fest, Business Fair, Halloween, etc. where hundreds of people attended. Other Relevant Information: The academy promotes collaborative learning environment where families play a key role in their children?s education.

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

  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 December 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 October 2024.

    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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