Friends of 400 Foundation
THE GOAL OF FRIENDS OF 400 IS TO ADDRESS THE PHYSICAL, SPIRITUAL, EMOTIONAL AND RELATIONAL POVERTY EXPERIENCED BY THE CHILDREN LIVING IN THE PUBLIC HOUSING NEIGHBORHOODS OF INNER-CITY …
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Friends of 400 Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in MADISON, United States. Annual revenue: $243K. EIN: 471163974.
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Mission
The goal of friends of 400 is to address the physical, spiritual, emotional and relational poverty experienced by the children living in the public housing neighborhoods of inner-city huntsville. We strive to assist these families with opportunities to reach their full potential. Our volunteers/donors work with the entire family to make sure the children have the stability to focus on school, extra-curricular activities and reaching their potential.
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Friends of 400 Foundation has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
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- financial records (3 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyFriends of 400 Foundation is a registered nonprofit based in Madison, AL, 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 471163974. 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 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $282K in annual revenue. 6 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Friends of 400 Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 471163974. 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.
Friends of 400 Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. 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 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 98% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for charities in United States is 90/100.
Friends of 400 Foundation is located in Madison, AL, United States. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years. Its registered address is 166 Bridgefield Rd, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Friends of 400 Foundation has $282K in annual revenue. It allocates 98% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 77% for charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
No red flags have been detected for Friends of 400 Foundation. 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, Friends of 400 Foundation 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 98% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 77%). 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.
Friends of 400 Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in MADISON, United States. Annual revenue: $243K. EIN: 471163974. Friends of 400 Foundation is registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2014.
Yes, donations to Friends of 400 Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Friends of 400 Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 471163974, 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 (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.
FRIENDS OF 400 FOUNDATION 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 (3)
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3 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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 6 disclosed in the public registry.
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What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 6 officers on file
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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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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Friends of 400 Foundation
- What is Friends of 400 Foundation?
- Friends of 400 Foundation is a publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Madison, United States. Friends of 400 Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in MADISON, United States. Annual revenue: $243K. EIN: 471163974.
- When was Friends of 400 Foundation founded?
- Friends of 400 Foundation was founded in 2014.
- Who leads Friends of 400 Foundation?
- Shellie Mitchell serves as PRESIDENT/TREASURER.
- Where is Friends of 400 Foundation located?
- Headquartered in Madison, AL, United States.
- What is Friends of 400 Foundation's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 98% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Friends of 400 Foundation trustworthy?
- Friends of 400 Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 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 Friends of 400 Foundation's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 471163974.
- What is Friends of 400 Foundation's website?
- https://www.friendsof400.com