Nonprofit · EIN 87-3333844
BETTER WORLD EDUCATION
Tax-exempt · MENLO PARK, CA 94025
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $496,722 | $361,919 | $134,803 | $1,194,390 | $0 | $1,194,390 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $932,161 | $115,288 | $816,873 | $844,283 | $0 | $844,283 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $247,427 | $89,043 | $158,384 | $239,366 | $0 | $239,366 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $496,722
- Membership dues
- $15,518
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $22,756
- Accounting fees
- $3,500
- Occupancy
- $35,280
- Travel
- $27,830
- Depreciation
- $18,909
- Program services (functional)
- $235,554
- Management and general (functional)
- $126,365
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $844,283
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,194,390
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,194,390
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,194,390
- Gross receipts
- $496,722
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 9
- Year formed
- 2021
- State of legal domicile
- CA
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ronghe Chen | Chief Financial Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 20 | $0 |
| Adam S | Vice President Trustee or director | 10 | $0 |
| Xuhui Wang | Chief Executive Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| John K | Director Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| Jack Wang | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| John S | Director Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ronghe Chen | Chief Financial Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| Adam S | Vice President Trustee or director | 10 | $0 |
| Xuhui Wang | Chief Executive Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 15 | $0 |
| John K | Director Trustee or director | 5 | $0 |
| Jack Wang | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| John S | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Wang | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Xuhui Wang | Chief Executive Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| John S | Vice President Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Ronghe Chen | Chief Financial Officer Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 |
| John Kim | Director Trustee or director | 15 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 700 EL CAMINO REAL STE 120 PMB 1353, MENLO PARK, CA 94025-4884
- In care of
- % XUHUI WANG
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- 1050 KIELY BLVD UNIT 3133, Santa Clara CA 95055
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Ronghe Chen, 700 EL CAMINO REAL STE 120 1353, MENLO PARK, CA 94025
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- XUHUI WANG, 1050 KIELY BLVD UNIT 3133, Santa Clara CA 95055
- Signed the 990
- R Chen, CFO
- Phone
- (669) 241-0659
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 87-3333844 or by the name BETTER WORLD EDUCATION.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
BWE has been continuing to provide quality education to disadvantaged groups around the world and increase awareness of struggles for vulnerable groups. The organization has been using social media platforms to engage disadvantaged people, including Cambodian refugees. BWE is sharing useful guides to vulnerable individuals and providing limited grants to provide necessaries to those underprivileged groups. BWE's dedication to fostering education and awareness extends beyond borders, reaching out to marginalized communities globally. Through strategic utilization of social media platforms, the organization actively engages with Cambodian refugees and other disadvantaged populations, offering valuable resources and guidance. Moreover, BWE's commitment to making a tangible difference is exemplified through the provision of limited grants, ensuring that essential needs are met for those facing social economic challenges.
Program accomplishments
- Grants made to Asian refugee groups around the globe play a crucial role in providing essential support and resources to vulnerable populations displaced by conflict, persecution, or natural disasters. These grants enable our organization to offer a wide range of services, including shelter, healthcare, education, vocational training, and psycho-social support, tailored to the unique needs of Asian refugees. By funding initiatives that promote self-reliance, resilience, and community empowerment, these grants not only address immediate humanitarian needs but also contribute to long-term solutions for sustainable livelihoods and integration. Through strategic partnerships and collaboration with local communities, governments, and international agencies, grants to Asian refugee groups facilitate a collective effort to ensure the well-being and dignity of those forced to flee their homes.Expenses $96,095 · grants $44,399
- Ukrainian refugee resettlement support program: (1) Volunteer Coordination: Help organize and coordinate volunteers who want to contribute their time and skills to support refugees. This may involve recruiting, training, and scheduling volunteers for various tasks. (2) Language Support: Offer language assistance to refugees who may need help navigating their new environment, accessing services, or communicating with authorities. This could include language interpretation or translation services. (3) Housing Assistance: Assist in finding and securing temporary or permanent housing for refugees, whether through liaising with landlords, organizing housing placements, or providing guidance on housing options. (4) Employment Support: Help refugees with job searches, resume writing, interview preparation, and connecting them with employment opportunities or vocational training programs to help them become self-sufficient. (5) Cultural Orientation: Provide cultural orientation sessions to help refugees understand the customs, norms, and laws of their new country, as well as practical information about accessing healthcare, education, and other essential services. (6) Psychosocial Support: Provide emotional support, counseling, or referrals to mental health services for refugees who may be experiencing trauma, stress, or adjustment difficulties. (7) Community Integration: Organize social events, cultural exchange programs, or community activities to help refugees build connections, foster friendships, and integrate into their new communities. (8) Advocacy and Awareness: Advocate for policies and initiatives that support refugees' rights and well-being, and raise awareness about their plight and needs within the broader community. (9) Fundraising and Donations: Coordinate fundraising efforts or donation drives to collect essential items such as clothing, hygiene products, school supplies, or financial contributions to support the resettlement efforts.Expenses $139,459 · grants $38,588
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 87-3333844
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2022
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B90)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,194,390
- Income (IRS master file)
- $496,722
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $496,722 | $361,919 | $1,194,390 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $932,161 | $115,288 | $844,283 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $247,427 | $89,043 | $239,366 | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: XUHUI WANG | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 87-3333844).
Questions about BETTER WORLD EDUCATION
- What is the EIN of BETTER WORLD EDUCATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BETTER WORLD EDUCATION is 87-3333844.
- Is BETTER WORLD EDUCATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to BETTER WORLD EDUCATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BETTER WORLD EDUCATION file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of BETTER WORLD EDUCATION due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did BETTER WORLD EDUCATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of BETTER WORLD EDUCATION?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Ronghe Chen.
- Who are the officers and directors of BETTER WORLD EDUCATION?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 6 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does BETTER WORLD EDUCATION have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $496,722, expenses of $361,919 and total assets of $1,194,390 at year end.
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