Foundation for Inner Peace Inc
Foundation for Inner Peace, Inc.'s mission is to enhance spirituality through the dissemination of a metaphysical thought system found in A Course in Miracles (ACIM). ACIM is a …
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A Course In Miracles (ACIM) is a unique spiritual self-study program designed to awaken us to the truth of our oneness with God and Love. The Foundation for Inner Peace (FIP) publishes the only complete Course as authorized by its scribe and has sponsored its translation into 27 different languages.
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Mission
Foundation for Inner Peace, Inc.'s mission is to enhance spirituality through the dissemination of a metaphysical thought system found in A Course in Miracles (ACIM). ACIM is a unique spiritual self-study program designed to awaken us to the truth of our oneness with God and love.
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· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Foundation for Inner Peace Inc has 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 similar organizations. See the sources
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 77% 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
- 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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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyFoundation for Inner Peace Inc is a registered education nonprofit based in Novato, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1979 and has been operating for 47 years. Its EIN is 237174187. 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 74/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. 43 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Foundation for Inner Peace Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 237174187. 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.
Foundation for Inner Peace Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74/100. 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 74 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 80% 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.
Foundation for Inner Peace Inc is located in Novato, CA, United States. The organization was established in 1979 and has been active for 47 years. Its registered address is 40 Marin View Ave, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Foundation for Inner Peace Inc has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 80% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 82% 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.
Foundation for Inner Peace Inc is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 43 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Foundation for Inner Peace 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, Foundation for Inner Peace 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 80% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 82%). 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.
A Course In Miracles (ACIM) is a unique spiritual self-study program designed to awaken us to the truth of our oneness with God and Love. The Foundation for Inner Peace (FIP) publishes the only complete Course as authorized by its scribe and has sponsored its translation into 27 different languages. Foundation for Inner Peace Inc is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1979.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 80% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 82%. Its annual revenue of $1M is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Foundation for Inner Peace Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Foundation for Inner Peace Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 237174187, 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 (FY2024): 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.
FOUNDATION FOR INNER PEACE 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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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (13)
Source: Public filings
13 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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'I am feeling stressed and anxious all the time': Yoga expert shares best asanas to reduce stress anxiety and restore inner peace - TheHealthSite
Kriya Yoga masters offer T&T path to inner peace with ancient practice - Trinidad Guardian
Etaf Reclaims Her Inner Peace on Khaleeji Pop Track ‘Rooh’ - SceneNoise
How to find inner peace - Early County News
Inner Peace Is Power: Denzel Washington On Never Getting Angry Again Lamine Yamal (WzZhNM5QjT) - Mshale
There is no peace without inner peace — a young leaders mission to put people at the centre of recovery - Welcome to the United Nations
‘Cultivate Inner Peace’ At West Orange Buddhist Monastery Event - Patch
Inner Peace Corporate Center now leasing industrial space in Georgetown - Community Impact
Martial arts legend Jet Li’s toughest fight yet? Finding inner peace - CNN
Deadpool went from eating peaches to finding total inner peace - MSN
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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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 43 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- 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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 43 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 · 1979
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Foundation for Inner Peace Inc
- What is Foundation for Inner Peace Inc?
- Foundation for Inner Peace Inc is a education supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Novato, United States. A Course In Miracles (ACIM) is a unique spiritual self-study program designed to awaken us to the truth of our oneness with God and Love. The Foundation for Inner Peace (FIP) publishes the only complete Course as authorized by its scribe and has sponsored its translation into 27 different languages.
- When was Foundation for Inner Peace Inc founded?
- Foundation for Inner Peace Inc was founded in 1979.
- Who leads Foundation for Inner Peace Inc?
- Patricia McAvoy serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Foundation for Inner Peace Inc located?
- Headquartered in Novato, CA, United States.
- What is Foundation for Inner Peace Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 80% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Foundation for Inner Peace Inc trustworthy?
- Foundation for Inner Peace Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74 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 Foundation for Inner Peace Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 237174187.
- What is Foundation for Inner Peace Inc's website?
- https://www.acim.org