Arete A2e2
ARETE ACADEMY OF EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATION IS COMMITTED TO PARTNERING WITH STUDENTS, PARENTS, AND THE COMMUNITY TO PROVIDE A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT FOR GIFTED STUDENTS WHO LEARN DIFFERENTLY. AT ARETE, …
Arete Academy
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Visit www.areteacademymn.orgAbout Arete A2e2
A school serving bright students who learn differently. Arete Academy has specialized in twice-exceptional education since 2014.
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Mission
Arete academy of exceptional education is committed to partnering with students, parents, and the community to provide a nurturing environment for gifted students who learn differently. At arete, each student's unique gifts are recognized and celebrated, and their learning differences are accepted and supported. Students experience a sense of belonging and build self-esteem through programming focused on strength-based learning, flexibility, educational technology, and a commitment to embracing the whole child. We strive to meet each student's academic, social and emotional needs to encourage them to reach their full potential and apply their gifts to make lasting contributions to their community.
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· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Arete A2e2 with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It is one of the better-documented education charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyArete A2e2 is a registered education nonprofit based in Minnetonka, MN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its EIN is 465681606. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 75/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $556K in annual revenue. 41 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Arete A2e2's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 465681606. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Arete A2e2 has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 75 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 81% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Arete A2e2 is located in Minnetonka, MN, United States. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years. Its registered address is 10225 Yellow Circle Dr, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Arete A2e2 has $556K in annual revenue. It allocates 81% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 74% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Arete A2e2 is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $556K in annual revenue. The organization has 41 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Arete A2e2. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Arete A2e2 holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 81% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
A school serving bright students who learn differently. Arete Academy has specialized in twice-exceptional education since 2014. Arete A2e2 is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2014.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 81% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $556K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Arete A2e2 are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Arete A2e2 is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 465681606, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
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ARETE A2E2 is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (15)
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15 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 41 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 41 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2014
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Arete A2e2
- What is Arete A2e2?
- Arete A2e2 is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Minnetonka, United States. A school serving bright students who learn differently. Arete Academy has specialized in twice-exceptional education since 2014.
- When was Arete A2e2 founded?
- Arete A2e2 was founded in 2014.
- Who leads Arete A2e2?
- Leah Brzezinski serves as Founder.
- Where is Arete A2e2 located?
- Headquartered in Minnetonka, MN, United States.
- What is Arete A2e2's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 81% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Arete A2e2 trustworthy?
- Arete A2e2 has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 75 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Arete A2e2's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 465681606.
- What is Arete A2e2's website?
- http://www.areteacademymn.org/