Fuel Worldwide
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Fuel Worldwide transforms the lives of vulnerable children and women through education, empowerment, and support. Our programs, including sports, tutoring, widow care and orphan support, foster resilience and hope, enabling individuals to build brighter futures.
- Income
- $368,106
- Spending
- $351,046
- Spent on programs
- 95%
- Reserves
- 0.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 12
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 42% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.8 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 2293% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1595% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 91 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 256 of 6 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
6 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 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 (1)
- $335,054 spent. Fuel Worldwides sports programs empower youth through strucured leagues, camps and mentoring that instill critical life skills such as teamwork, discipline and resilience. By participating in sports activities, children not only improve their physical fitness but also gain confidence and self esteem as they learn to work collaboratively and strive toward personal goals. Coaches serve as positive role models, guiding these young athletes out of challenging circumstances and towards brighter futures. The tutoring centers operated by Fuel Worldwide are designed to provide academic support and nourishment to children in need, helping them succeed both in school and in life. With a focus on individualized learning, these centers offer after school programs where students receive help with their studies; fostering a love for learning and academic acheivement. In addition to educational support, we aim to create a nurturing environment where children can develop social skills, self discipline and critical thinking. The widow care program at Fuel Worldwide provides vital support and practical assistance to over 400 women who face significant challenges and limited resources. Through compassionate care and community engagement, our initiative seeks to empower these individuals, helping them regain their dignity and value in society. We offer resources such as counseling, financial education, and vocational training, enabling widows to develop skills that lead to greater independence and self sufficiency. By fostering a supportive network, we aim to create an environment where women can flourish, build connections and find hope for a brighter future.
Source: Form 990 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 October 13, 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 November 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 October 21, 2026.
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