Bakerripley
96% goes to programs $0 to raise $100
Bakerripley is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Houston, Texas, registered in 1970, with $635,358,695 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 96% of spending to programs.
4450 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX, 77011 EIN 23-7062976 Since 1970
Revenue (FY2024)
$635.4M
▲ 19.3% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$637.7M
Net assets
$124.5M
Employees
1,751
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating96% to programs · $0 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Bakerripley: 96% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
BFinancial health25% of the rating2 mo reserves · -0% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Bakerripley: 2 mo reserves · -0% margin earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Bakerripley: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Bakerripley: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
To connect low-income neighbors to opportunity so they can achieve the life they've imagined.
What they do
Bakerripley choices in education (includes head start and bakerripley community schools) provides opportunities for students (birth to 8th grade) and their parents through an innovative education system that promotes quality, consistency and connection at every juncture of a child's life. our goal is to ensure that families have access to services that ensure success in the classroom and for the rest of their lives. the early head start/head start program provides comprehensive child development in an all-year, full-day format that supports working parents. this program served 7,016 infants through pre-school age children and their 5,310 guardians. the charter school offers a well-balanced education experience for 2,861 pre-kindergarten through eighth grade children.
Bakerripley community based initiatives (includes community initiatives and economic initiatives) build on the unique economic and social assets of individuals and their neighborhoods, moving them to self-sufficiency and an improved quality of life. largely supported by private philanthropic investment, our community and economic-based programs engage and connect individuals to the resources that meet their emerging needs and aspirations. we provide a continuum of services including free tax preparation, family health and education, immigration and citizenship services, small business services, and learning opportunities for neighbors. in 2024, br served a total of 220,837 individuals. (continued on schedule o)more specifically, the adult education programs offered an opportunity for 523 low-income students prepare themselves for the workforce or college through adult basic education, english as a second language, and digital literacy courses as well as support services and coaching to improve their persistence and increase their chances of success.
Bakerripley health & wellness (includes health & wellness initiatives) offers programs focused on improving physical health and emotional well-being through senior centers and evidence-based health promotion programs. these holistic programs and services impact health, wellness, engagement and connection, helping older adults to remain physically active, maintain a sense of purpose, engage in meaningful relationships with others, and contribute and give back to help others and the community. in 2024, we served a total of 3,676 individuals.
Contact & location
- Address
- 4450 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX, 77011
- City
- Houston
- State
- Texas
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Human Service Organizations
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $246.2M (FY2013) to $635.4M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $62.0MNet assets $124.5M
Operating margin
-0.4%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$186.5M
Total liabilities
$62.0M
Net assets
$124.5M
Salaries & benefits
$93.9M
15% of expenses
Board members
25
25 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $635,358,695▲19.3% | $637,672,653▲17.0% | $124,532,769▲18.3% | $186,521,811▲12.0% | 990 |
| 2023 | $532,653,596▼11.7% | $544,799,582▼7.9% | $105,232,055▼3.7% | $166,501,038 | 990 |
| 2022 | $603,423,273▲3.4% | $591,721,536▲1.3% | $109,327,279▼5.8% | $166,584,184▼1.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $583,367,935▲6.9% | $584,392,262▲6.4% | $116,054,319▲3.0% | $168,416,228▲21.8% | 990 |
| 2020 | $545,921,523▲49.3% | $549,427,049▲46.2% | $112,679,310▼1.0% | $138,308,338▲0.9% | 990 |
| 2019 | $365,768,965▲7.3% | $375,854,533▲8.6% | $113,817,632▼4.2% | $137,141,288▼1.3% | 990 |
| 2018 | $341,004,280▲1.2% | $345,971,933▲18.6% | $118,826,257▼6.0% | $138,999,533▼2.5% | 990 |
| 2017 | $336,842,795▲24.7% | $291,610,711▲10.7% | $126,463,901▲62.3% | $142,603,582▲53.4% | 990 |
| 2016 | $270,044,597▲5.4% | $263,374,474▲5.1% | $77,918,467▲11.3% | $92,966,120▲6.7% | 990 |
| 2015 | $256,313,121▲12.3% | $250,606,425▲9.7% | $69,982,875▲5.9% | $87,105,823▲1.3% | 990 |
| 2014 | $228,277,462▼7.3% | $228,501,020▼5.0% | $66,060,877▲17.0% | $85,955,473▲8.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $246,185,623 | $240,600,102▼3.5% | $56,463,484▲35.7% | $79,301,677▲31.0% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $249,390,992▲7.2% | $41,613,301▼3.2% | $60,516,129▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $232,704,079▼11.1% | $42,997,135▼0.3% | $59,118,663▼10.8% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $261,763,117 | $43,114,515 | $66,295,733 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Claudia Aguirre — $491,590 (0.08% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claudia Aguirre | President & Ceo | 40 | $491,590 |
| Kate Birenbaum | Coo, Clo | 40 | $323,353 |
| H Rene Solis | Chief Program Officer | 40 | $300,874 |
| Kirk G Rummel Jr | Cfo, Cao | 40 | $242,926 |
| Mary R Cahill | Chief Development Officer | 40 | $212,021 |
| Muhammadou Drammeh | Sr Dir, Controller | 40 | $204,857 |
| Ernest Lewis III | Vp, Community Impact & Vitality | 40 | $190,164 |
| Julie Jenkins | Sr Dir, P&C | 40 | $179,742 |
| Michael Napoleon Jr | Sr Dir, It | 40 | $179,005 |
| Mary Ghattas | Dir, Accounting & Budget | 40 | $168,667 |
| Regina E Harris | Chief of Staff | 40 | $167,716 |
| Tanya Treece | Sr Dir, Health & Wellness | 40 | $165,042 |
| Adrian Yam | Sr Dir, Head Start Division | 40 | $163,533 |
| Joel Munoz Jr | Superintendent of Schools | 40 | $161,681 |
| J Angela Blanchard | Former President | 0 | $160,000 |
| Allison O Bashir | Director | 2 | — |
| Barrett Reasoner | Director | 2 | — |
| Carleton Riser | Director | 2 | — |
| Caroline Baker Hurley | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Coalter Baker | Director | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance of Houston | Janitorial Services | $2,282,738 |
| Payless Insulation | Construction | $1,308,954 |
| First Capital Contractors | Construction | $881,853 |
| Ukg Inc | Payroll Services | $817,345 |
| Boatman Construction LLC | Construction | $802,004 |
Grants received · $140.9M total
249 grants to Bakerripley totaling $140.9M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church World Service Inc | Service to the displaced | 2024 | $1,715,662 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Financial stability | 2024 | $1,298,000 |
| Episcopal Health Foundation | Raise community voices | 2024 | $250,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Navigation | 2024 | $238,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Basic needs | 2024 | $200,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | See part iv | 2024 | $95,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Disaster - beryl | 2024 | $75,000 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Human services | 2024 | $65,000 |
| Texas Mutual Insurance Company | Generational learning | 2024 | $56,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Strategic opportunity | 2024 | $30,000 |
| Texas Mutual Insurance Company | Disaster relief funds | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | Education activity | 2024 | $25,000 |
| The Methodist Hospital | Program support | 2024 | $16,667 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $16,023 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $5,746 |
Grants made · $1.9M in FY2024
8 grants totaling $1.9M in FY2024. All grants made by Bakerripley →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Greater Houston | Child care | $1,209,457 |
| Church World Service Inc | Immigration | $522,064 |
| Bnai Brith Senior Citizens Housing Committee of Houston Inc | Senior meals | $52,006 |
| Chinese Community Center Inc | Utility assistance | $34,100 |
| Wesley Community Center Inc | Senior meals | $31,917 |
| South Park Baptist Church | Senior meals | $31,703 |
| The Montrose Center | Senior meals | $26,496 |
| New Life Enrichment Center Inc | Senior meals | $22,533 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Bakerripley a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Bakerripley is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 23-7062976, based in Houston, Texas. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Bakerripley's EIN?
- Bakerripley's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 23-7062976.
- How much revenue does Bakerripley report?
- Bakerripley reported $635,358,695 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Bakerripley's spending goes to programs?
- Bakerripley spends about 96% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Bakerripley have?
- CharityIndex grades Bakerripley A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Bakerripley's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Bakerripley's latest Form 990 is $491,590, paid to Claudia Aguirre (President & Ceo).
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Data for Bakerripley (EIN 23-7062976) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.