United Black Fund Inc
We HELP PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES identify and solve problems that dehumanize individuals cripple families and destroy neighborhoods and communities. We help organize and format people-serving organizations and we …
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United Black Fund Inc is a advocacy organization based in WASHINGTON, United States. Annual revenue: $143K. EIN: 237067271.
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Mission
We HELP PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES identify and solve problems that dehumanize individuals cripple families and destroy neighborhoods and communities. We help organize and format people-serving organizations and we develop and implement programs that provide life-changing experiences and that promote human wellness.
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· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar advocacy & civil rights in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, United Black Fund Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1969, it predates 91% of the advocacy & civil rights charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- 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
- Its integrity score of 67 places it in the top 25% of the 128,026 advocacy & civil rights charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyUnited Black Fund Inc is a registered advocacy & civil rights nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1969 and has been operating for 57 years. Its EIN is 237067271. 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 $123K in annual revenue. 55 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
United Black Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 237067271. 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.
United Black Fund Inc 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 87% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for advocacy & civil rights charities in United States is 90/100.
United Black Fund Inc is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 1969 and has been active for 57 years.
Based on official tax filings, United Black Fund Inc has $123K in annual revenue. It allocates 87% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 80% for advocacy & civil rights charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $4M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
United Black Fund Inc is classified as an Advocacy & Civil Rights 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 $123K in annual revenue. The organization has 55 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for United Black Fund 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, United Black Fund 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 87% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 80%). 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.
United Black Fund Inc is a advocacy organization based in WASHINGTON, United States. Annual revenue: $143K. EIN: 237067271. United Black Fund Inc is classified as an advocacy & civil rights organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1969.
Among advocacy & civil rights charities registered in United States: It allocates 87% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 80%. Its annual revenue of $123K is below the peer average of $4M.
Yes, donations to United Black Fund Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. United Black Fund Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 237067271, 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
4 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.
UNITED BLACK FUND 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (22)
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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 - 55 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 · 55 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 · 1969
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about United Black Fund Inc
- What is United Black Fund Inc?
- United Black Fund Inc is a advocacy & civil rights publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Washington, United States. United Black Fund Inc is a advocacy organization based in WASHINGTON, United States. Annual revenue: $143K. EIN: 237067271.
- When was United Black Fund Inc founded?
- United Black Fund Inc was founded in 1969.
- Who leads United Black Fund Inc?
- Barry Lenoir serves as President.
- Where is United Black Fund Inc located?
- Headquartered in Washington, DC, United States.
- What is United Black Fund Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 87% of expenses go to program services.
- Is United Black Fund Inc trustworthy?
- United Black Fund Inc 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 United Black Fund Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 237067271.
- What is United Black Fund Inc's website?
- http://ubfinc.org