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5cees International

EIN 99-4193991 · Tustin, CA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair55 out of 100GovernanceWeak43 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

This organization is organized exclusively for charitable educational religious and or scientific purposes under Section 501c3 of the Internal Revenue Code or corresponding section of any future federal tax code and shall not inure benefit or earnings to any private shareholder or individual. Our mission is to empower 5Cees South Africas ongoing care for vulnerable children by fostering communication and building relationships between their mission and US-based supporters providing financial prayer and resource support. Ongoing we meet with local managers of the Care center monthly by Zoom and with their local Board when possible. We send funds monthly to support the ongoing operation of the care center and communicate regularly with donors and others interested in the activities and ongoing needs of the program.

Income
$267,848
Spending
$268,488
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
0.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
35

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: 55 out of 100. Higher than 22% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 0% of income.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    99% 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

Weak: 43 out of 100. Higher than 24% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 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

    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

    0 of 10

    Did not give 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 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. $169,172 spent. During the visit to South Africa our board members and other stakeholders explored an adjacent property to assess the potential for expanding the care center to accommodate more vulnerable children and broaden our services. Following a thorough evaluation and deliberation on the advantages of the expansion a significant portion of the 30 individuals present opted to financially support the acquisition of the property which was successfully finalized in September 2025. This expansion represents a critical step in our mission to provide essential care and support to a greater number of children in need.
  2. $78,805 spent. Due to the kindness of dedicated donors who deeply value the care center in South Africa we have been able to provide crucial support for the continuous functioning of our program. Their generous contributions make it possible for us to sustain and enhance the services we offer to those in need.
  3. $19,043 spent. Most of the board members commemorated the 25th anniversary of the childrens care center in person in July 2025. Over 30 individuals from five churches nationwide joined us. Our collective efforts focused on enhancing the facility organizing a vibrant Vacation Bible School VBS for the children and actively participating in the anniversary festivities. This collaborative initiative exemplified our commitment to supporting and uplifting the center and its young beneficiaries through meaningful engagement and community involvement.

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

  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 November 6, 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 August 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 November 4, 2026.

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