Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) is an independent middle school dedicated to supporting our students in the present while preparing them for success in the future. DBA exists to …
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The largest expense for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) during the past tax year was related to employee salary. During this period, DBA employed only one individual, the Head of School Eric Lerch who was also the sole teacher. After two years of planning and preparation, DBA opened for the 2022-2023 school year on 8/16/22. The school is intended to serve students in grades 6-8, and this first year started with an enrollment of 5 students (1 in grade 6, 4 in grade 7). Under the leadership and instruction of the Head of School Mr. Lerch, the fall semester began with Life Together Week, a community orientation grounded in the school's values. Throughout the fall, Mr. Lerch had the students immersed …
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Mission
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) is an independent middle school dedicated to supporting our students in the present while preparing them for success in the future. DBA exists to provide a nurturing, student-centered community where middle schoolers flourish academically, socially, and emotionally. We offer a challenging curriculum emphasizing the acquisition of organizational skills delivered in an engaging, collaborative environment that encourages the development of strong social skills. By recognizing and meeting the unique needs of early adolescents, our learning program equips students to thrive in college preparatory high schools and beyond. Our mission is to inspire students to develop courage, integrity, and compassion-equipping them to lead with purpose, think critically, and serve joyfully.
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GiveRadar's verified records show Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 94% of comparable organizations. See the sources
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 95% of the 195,586 education charities in the United States it 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 contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyDietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc is a registered education nonprofit based in Richmond, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2020 and has been operating for 6 years. Its EIN is 853349190. 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 84/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $265K in annual revenue. 26 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 853349190. 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.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84/100. 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 84 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 84% 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.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc is located in Richmond, TX, United States. The organization was established in 2020 and has been active for 6 years.
Based on official tax filings, Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc has $265K in annual revenue. It allocates 84% 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.
Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc 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 small organization. It has $265K in annual revenue. The organization has 26 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc 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 84% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. 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.
The largest expense for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) during the past tax year was related to employee salary. During this period, DBA employed only one individual, the Head of School Eric Lerch who was also the sole teacher. After two years of planning and preparation, DBA opened for the 2022-2023 school year on 8/16/22. The school is intended to serve students in grades 6-8, and this first year started with an enrollment of 5 students (1 in grade 6, 4 in grade 7). Under the leadership and instruction of the Head of School Mr. Lerch, the fall semester began with Life Together Week, a community orientation grounded in the school's... Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2020.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 84% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $265K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 853349190, 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
3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
DIETRICH BONHOEFFER ACADEMY INC 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 (6)
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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 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 26 disclosed in the public registry.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 26 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 · 2020
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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- What is Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc?
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Richmond, United States. The largest expense for Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy (DBA) during the past tax year was related to employee salary. During this period, DBA employed only one individual, the Head of School Eric Lerch who was also the sole teacher. After two years of planning and preparation, DBA opened for the 2022-2023 school year on 8/16/22. The school is intended to serve students in grades 6-8, and this first year started with an enrollment of 5 students (1 in grade 6, 4 in grade 7). Under the leadership and instruction of the Head of School Mr. Lerch, the fall semester began with Life Together Week, a community orientation grounded in the school's values. Throughout the fall, Mr. Lerch had the students immersed in a variety of activities as part of a dynamic learning program. Some highlights included using colorful cereal to calculate ratios, competing to make the most money as 18th century traders, and creating an ofrenda for Día de los Muertos. In addition, Mr. Lerch had the school venture out for field trips to the Museum of Fine Arts Houston and the Alley Theater. The fall season also featured the school's first interscholastic athletic competitions in the sport of cross country. Above all, Mr. Lerch ensured the students made substantial progress in their study skills, especially in the adoption of a useful organizational system. The spring semester saw the enrollment increase by one student (grade 7) while one of the original students (grade 7) withdrew. Mr. Lerch began the spring with January Jump, an interdisciplinary course selected by the class on the social and cultural significance of the Walt Disney Corporation. Mr. Lerch presented a variety of learning experiences where students enjoyed scooping treats like Galapagos finches, simulating World War I trench warfare, and discussing beloved characters in the literary classic Animal Farm. Students also completed impressive projects in the cooking of Hispanic cuisine, the presentation of extensive research on a modern cou
- When was Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc founded?
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc was founded in 2020.
- Who leads Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc?
- Ryan Lerch serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc located?
- Headquartered in Richmond, TX, United States.
- What is Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 84% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc trustworthy?
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84 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 Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 853349190.
- What is Dietrich Bonhoeffer Academy Inc's website?
- https://dbahouston.org