Escala Initiative Inc
Organization formed exclusively for charitable, educational, scientific, religious and other purposes. (collectively, "charitable purposes") as specified in irs code sec. 501(c)(3). The organization shall engage in charitable activities …
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Escala empowers women entrepreneurs around the world
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Mission
Organization formed exclusively for charitable, educational, scientific, religious and other purposes. (collectively, "charitable purposes") as specified in irs code sec. 501(c)(3). The organization shall engage in charitable activities and providing education which focuses on empowering disadvantaged entrepreneurs and artisans - the majority of whom are women - who live in poverty around the world. The organization provides basic education and gives people the tools to build the future they want for themselves, their families and their communities. Through escala's renowned business school and capacity building program, women and other from low resource communities are learning how to become profitable and self-sufficient entrepreneurs, helping them earn a dignified living income and better serve their communities.
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· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Escala Initiative Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable charities, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- Its integrity score of 84 places it in the top 5% of the 25,023 international charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyEscala Initiative Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Fairfield, NJ, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2010 and has been operating for 16 years. Its EIN is 272704326. 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 $309K in annual revenue. 65 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Escala Initiative Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 272704326. 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.
Escala Initiative 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 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Escala Initiative Inc is located in Fairfield, NJ, United States. The organization was established in 2010 and has been active for 16 years.
Based on official tax filings, Escala Initiative Inc has $309K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 78% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Escala Initiative Inc is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $309K in annual revenue. The organization has 65 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Escala Initiative 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, Escala Initiative 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 100% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 78%). 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.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 78%. Its annual revenue of $309K is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Escala Initiative Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Escala Initiative Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 272704326, 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
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
ESCALA INITIATIVE 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
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (18)
Source: Public filings
18 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 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 65 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 65 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 · 2010
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Escala Initiative Inc
- What is Escala Initiative Inc?
- Escala Initiative Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Fairfield, United States. Escala empowers women entrepreneurs around the world
- When was Escala Initiative Inc founded?
- Escala Initiative Inc was founded in 2010.
- Who leads Escala Initiative Inc?
- Lawrence S Coben serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Escala Initiative Inc located?
- Headquartered in Fairfield, NJ, United States.
- What is Escala Initiative Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Escala Initiative Inc trustworthy?
- Escala Initiative 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 Escala Initiative Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 272704326.
- What is Escala Initiative Inc's website?
- http://www.theescala.org