Hacker Dojo
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Visit hackerdojo.comAbout Hacker Dojo
2022 saw hacker dojo reopen to the public and launch a new slate of programs, events & classes for the community. Over 2,000 individual registrants attended programs hosted by hacker dojo in 2022, and over 100 members joined to utilize our coworking and makerspace facilities. We continue to build partnerships with local organizations to support their important missions with reduced/no cost meeting space for other non-profit organizations.we have also supported the community through economic uncertainty with resume review programs, interview prep and additional training classes we offer on an ongoing basis.
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Mission
The mission is to provide the tech community and other communities in Silicon Valley an affordable place to learn, collaborate and innovate so that anyone from any circumstance and background with an idea can build their dream.
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Hacker Dojo has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- 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
- It has more complete contact information than 72% of comparable charities, with a verified website, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Hacker Dojo draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical education charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyHacker Dojo is a registered education nonprofit based in Mountain View, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2009 and has been operating for 17 years. Its EIN is 264812213. 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 67/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $466K in annual revenue. 37 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Hacker Dojo's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 264812213. 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.
Hacker Dojo has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. 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 67 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 96% 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.
Hacker Dojo is located in Mountain View, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2009 and has been active for 17 years.
Based on official tax filings, Hacker Dojo has $466K in annual revenue. It allocates 96% 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.
Hacker Dojo 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 small organization. It has $466K in annual revenue. The organization has 37 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Hacker Dojo. 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, Hacker Dojo 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 96% 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.
2022 saw hacker dojo reopen to the public and launch a new slate of programs, events & classes for the community. Over 2,000 individual registrants attended programs hosted by hacker dojo in 2022, and over 100 members joined to utilize our coworking and makerspace facilities. We continue to build partnerships with local organizations to support their important missions with reduced/no cost meeting space for other non-profit organizations.we have also supported the community through economic uncertainty with resume review programs, interview prep and additional training classes we offer on an ongoing basis. Hacker Dojo is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2009.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 96% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $466K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Hacker Dojo are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Hacker Dojo is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 264812213, 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.
HACKER DOJO 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
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (13)
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13 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 - 37 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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 37 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 · 2009
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Hacker Dojo
- What is Hacker Dojo?
- Hacker Dojo is a education supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Mountain View, United States. 2022 saw hacker dojo reopen to the public and launch a new slate of programs, events & classes for the community. Over 2,000 individual registrants attended programs hosted by hacker dojo in 2022, and over 100 members joined to utilize our coworking and makerspace facilities. We continue to build partnerships with local organizations to support their important missions with reduced/no cost meeting space for other non-profit organizations.we have also supported the community through economic uncertainty with resume review programs, interview prep and additional training classes we offer on an ongoing basis.
- When was Hacker Dojo founded?
- Hacker Dojo was founded in 2009.
- Who leads Hacker Dojo?
- Eric Hess serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Hacker Dojo located?
- Headquartered in Mountain View, CA, United States.
- What is Hacker Dojo's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 96% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Hacker Dojo trustworthy?
- Hacker Dojo has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67 out of 100 (Partial 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 Hacker Dojo's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 264812213.
- What is Hacker Dojo's website?
- https://hackerdojo.com