The Real Program Inc
Creating a program that supports underserved children by improving literacy skills and providing experiential activities.
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To create a program that supports underserved children by improving literacy skills and providing experiential learning activities.
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Mission
Creating a program that supports underserved children by improving literacy skills and providing experiential activities.
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
GiveRadar's verified records show The Real Program Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 6 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar holds 11 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 90,222 education charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 6 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 94% of comparable charities. See the sources
- GiveRadar's profile for The Real Program Inc 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 (11 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- 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 + methodologyThe Real Program Inc is a registered education nonprofit based in Lynn, MA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2013 and has been operating for 13 years. Its EIN is 463105431. 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 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $248K in annual revenue. 46 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
The Real Program Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 463105431. 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.
The Real Program Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. 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 70 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 94% 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.
The Real Program Inc is located in Lynn, MA, United States. The organization was established in 2013 and has been active for 13 years.
Based on official tax filings, The Real Program Inc has $248K in annual revenue. It allocates 94% 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.
The Real Program Inc is classified as an Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $248K in annual revenue. The organization has 46 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for The Real Program 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, The Real Program 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 94% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). 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.
To create a program that supports underserved children by improving literacy skills and providing experiential learning activities. The Real Program Inc is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2013.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 94% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $248K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to The Real Program Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. The Real Program Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 463105431, 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.
THE REAL PROGRAM 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
From global news sources
8 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
SABO SEZ: Jay Clark, A Real Program Director - TALKERS magazine
REAL Students Advancing Health Equity - stories - College of Arts and Sciences - Santa Clara University
Getting REAL About Research - stories - College of Arts and Sciences - Santa Clara University
REAL Scholars Discuss the Impact of Mentorship in Law School and Beyond - Fordham Law News
UAMS receives $3.18 million grant for REAL Deal program - Talk Business & Politics
Seeds 13 in Texas: Jiu-Jitsu, community, and a real program for law enforcement - Graciemag
Hilton’s Diamond Reserve Rumor Raises Real Program Questions - Live and Let's Fly
"This is real money" | Over $9M getting sent to Pennsylvanians through "Money Match" program - fox43.com
Activity timeline
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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 - 46 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
- Supplementary verification
- GlobalGiving partner directory
- 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 · 46 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 · 2013
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The Real Program Inc
- What is The Real Program Inc?
- The Real Program Inc is a education publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Lynn, United States. To create a program that supports underserved children by improving literacy skills and providing experiential learning activities.
- When was The Real Program Inc founded?
- The Real Program Inc was founded in 2013.
- Who leads The Real Program Inc?
- Jan Plourde serves as Director.
- Where is The Real Program Inc located?
- Headquartered in Lynn, MA, United States.
- What is The Real Program Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 94% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The Real Program Inc trustworthy?
- The Real Program Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70 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 The Real Program Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 463105431.
- What is The Real Program Inc's website?
- http://www.therealprogram.org