Pencils of Promise Incorporated
We create schools, programs and global communities around the common goal of education for all. At pencils of promise, inc. ("pop"), we believe every child deserves access to …
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Pencils of Promise Incorporated is a international organization based in NEW YORK, United States. Annual revenue: $5.0 million. EIN: 263618722.
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Mission
We create schools, programs and global communities around the common goal of education for all. At pencils of promise, inc. ("pop"), we believe every child deserves access to quality education. We create schools, programs and global communities around the common goal of education for all. We accomplish these activities by dedicating significant amounts of time, labor and effort raining money in the u.s. Through youth and professional engagement programs and special events. The funds raised allow us to increase our domestic and international reach and impact.
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· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar international in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
GiveRadar's verified records show Pencils of Promise Incorporated with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 5 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar holds 14 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 12,908 international charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 5 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 81% of comparable charities. See the sources
- Its integrity score of 77 places it in the top 10% 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 (14 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyPencils of Promise Incorporated is a registered international nonprofit based in New York, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2008 and has been operating for 18 years. Its EIN is 263618722. 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 77/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $3M in annual revenue. 64 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Pencils of Promise Incorporated's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 263618722. 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.
Pencils of Promise Incorporated has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 87% 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.
Pencils of Promise Incorporated is located in New York, NY, United States. The organization was established in 2008 and has been active for 18 years.
Based on official tax filings, Pencils of Promise Incorporated has $3M in annual revenue. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 73% for international charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Pencils of Promise Incorporated is classified as an International 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 $3M in annual revenue. The organization has 64 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Pencils of Promise Incorporated. 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, Pencils of Promise Incorporated 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 87% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 73%). 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.
Pencils of Promise Incorporated is a international organization based in NEW YORK, United States. Annual revenue: $5.0 million. EIN: 263618722. Pencils of Promise Incorporated is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2008.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 87% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $3M is comparable to the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Pencils of Promise Incorporated are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Pencils of Promise Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 263618722, 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
10 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.
PENCILS OF PROMISE INCORPORATED 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
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Officers & trustees (22)
Source: Public filings
22 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 - 64 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
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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 · 64 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 · 2008
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Pencils of Promise Incorporated
- What is Pencils of Promise Incorporated?
- Pencils of Promise Incorporated is a international supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in New York, United States. Pencils of Promise Incorporated is a international organization based in NEW YORK, United States. Annual revenue: $5.0 million. EIN: 263618722.
- When was Pencils of Promise Incorporated founded?
- Pencils of Promise Incorporated was founded in 2008.
- Who leads Pencils of Promise Incorporated?
- Leslie Engle serves as CEO.
- Where is Pencils of Promise Incorporated located?
- Headquartered in New York, NY, United States.
- What is Pencils of Promise Incorporated's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 87% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Pencils of Promise Incorporated trustworthy?
- Pencils of Promise Incorporated has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 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 Pencils of Promise Incorporated's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 263618722.
- What is Pencils of Promise Incorporated's website?
- http://www.pencilsofpromise.org