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Software Education Foundation

The foundation's mission is to inform the public on the economic and societal contributions of software, advance opportunities for stem education, and broaden understanding of software-related elements of …

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Partial transparency
67/100 · methodology

About Software Education Foundation

Software is an ever-changing industry that powers the world around us. Learn how each innovation impacts our lives and what Software.org envisions for its future.

Founded
Headquarters
Washington, DC
Foundation type
509(a)(3) Type I
NTEE code
U41
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
medium

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2017

Mission

The foundation's mission is to inform the public on the economic and societal contributions of software, advance opportunities for stem education, and broaden understanding of software-related elements of stem education and the importance of software to policy goals.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Cause tags
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar science & technology in United States
Program spending This charity: 97%
Peer average: 81%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 15.94%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 67
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 123.3% of total expenses ($378,920 of $307,205).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.97
Program$0.97
97% to programs beats the peer average (81%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Software Education Foundation with 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
  • GiveRadar holds 4 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024. See the filings
  • GiveRadar's profile for Software Education Foundation draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical science & technology charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (4 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a donation page
  • third-party accreditation
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • a contact email
  • 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 + methodology

Software Education Foundation is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2016 and has been operating for 10 years. Its EIN is 814001808. 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 $2M in annual revenue. 51 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Software Education Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 814001808. 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.

Software Education Foundation 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 97% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 90/100.

Software Education Foundation is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 2016 and has been active for 10 years.

Based on official tax filings, Software Education Foundation has $2M in annual revenue. It allocates 97% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 81% for science & technology charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $15M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Software Education Foundation is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a 509(a)(3) Type I. By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $2M in annual revenue. The organization has 51 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Software Education Foundation. 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, Software Education 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 97% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 81%). 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.

Software is an ever-changing industry that powers the world around us. Learn how each innovation impacts our lives and what Software.org envisions for its future. Software Education Foundation is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2016.

Among science & technology charities registered in United States: It allocates 97% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 81%. Its annual revenue of $2M is below the peer average of $15M.

Yes, donations to Software Education Foundation are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Software Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 814001808, 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.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
97% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
3

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

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Joseph D•••••••
CFO

Officers & trustees (15)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

7 articles found

From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Software Training Newsletters - Trend Hunter
Jun 2026
www.trendhunter.com
Classiq and SKKU’s QCenter Launch Quantum Software Education Initiative in Korea - Quantum Computing Report
Feb 2026
quantumcomputingreport.com
Fundy Software Appoints Veronica Benson as Director of LATAM Initiatives - Knoxville News Sentinel
Jan 2026
www.knoxnews.com
QNX and Pi Square Drive Nationwide Embedded Software Education Push in India - ANI News
Oct 2025
www.aninews.in
QNX and Pi Square Technologies Expand Embedded Software Education Initiative in India - Autocar Professional
Sep 2025
www.autocarpro.in
INE Secures Spot in G2’s 2025 Top 50 Education Software Rankings - cio.com
Feb 2025
www.cio.com
Form filed
$2.4M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
IT Education Through Cloud-Based Software: Korean University Leads - Welcome to the United Nations
Aug 2023
www.un.org
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
Science & Technology this charity 7,612
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

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 - 51 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 51 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2016
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Software Education Foundation

What is Software Education Foundation?
Software Education Foundation is a science & technology 509(a)(3) type i based in Washington, United States. Software is an ever-changing industry that powers the world around us. Learn how each innovation impacts our lives and what Software.org envisions for its future.
When was Software Education Foundation founded?
Software Education Foundation was founded in 2016.
Who leads Software Education Foundation?
Joseph Desalvio serves as CFO.
Where is Software Education Foundation located?
Headquartered in Washington, DC, United States.
What is Software Education Foundation's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 97% of expenses go to program services.
Is Software Education Foundation trustworthy?
Software Education Foundation 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 Software Education Foundation's registration number?
IRS EIN: 814001808.
What is Software Education Foundation's website?
http://www.software.org