Build A Better Us Inc
Only null% goes to programs Thin reserves Growing revenue
Build A Better Us Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Germantown, Tennessee, registered in 2014, with $300,794 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C+.
1779 Kirby Pkwy, Germantown, TN, 38138 EIN 45-4785740 Since 2014
Revenue (FY2023)
$301K
▼ 0.3% vs prior year
Religion median: $139K
Expenses (FY2023)
$297K
Net assets
$15K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C+
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
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. Not scored for Build A Better Us Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
C+Financial health25% of the rating1 mo reserves · +1% 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 Build A Better Us Inc: 1 mo reserves · +1% margin earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
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. Not scored for Build A Better Us Inc— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 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 Build A Better Us Inc: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 1779 Kirby Pkwy, Germantown, TN, 38138
- City
- Germantown
- State
- Tennessee
- Category
- Religion-Related
- Subcategory
- Christian Churches & Ministries
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $23K (FY2013) to $301K (FY2023) across 10 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $0Net assets $15K
Operating margin
1.4%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$15K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$15K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $300,794▼0.3% | $296,661▼21.5% | $15,430▼51.3% | $15,430▼51.3% | 990 |
| 2022 | $301,771▲6.7% | $377,730▲59.8% | $31,669 | $31,669 | 990 |
| 2021 | $282,756▲25.7% | $236,405▲5.2% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2020 | $225,012▲109% | $224,694▲97.1% | $0▼100% | $0▼100% | 990 |
| 2019 | $107,465▲144% | $114,017▲159% | $18,311▼44.9% | $18,311▼44.9% | 990EZ |
| 2018 | $44,024▼18.9% | $43,994▲65.7% | $33,258▲0.1% | $33,258▲0.1% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $54,274▲171% | $26,544▲52.3% | $33,228▲504% | $33,228▲504% | 990EZ |
| 2016 | $20,038▼35.6% | $17,429▼35.4% | $5,498▲9.2% | $5,498▲9.2% | 990EZ |
| 2014 | $31,129▲36.5% | $26,989▲2.8% | $5,036▲462% | $5,036▲462% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $22,797 | $26,255 | $896 | $896 | 990EZ |
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.
Grants received · $26K total
2 grants to Build A Better Us Inc totaling $26K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $20,500 |
| Mightycause Charitable Foundation | Unrestricted | 2021 | $5,385 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Build A Better Us Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Build A Better Us Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 45-4785740, based in Germantown, Tennessee. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Build A Better Us Inc's EIN?
- Build A Better Us Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 45-4785740.
- How much revenue does Build A Better Us Inc report?
- Build A Better Us Inc reported $300,794 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Build A Better Us Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Build A Better Us Inc C+, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Build A Better Us Inc (EIN 45-4785740) 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.