Accountability
Transparency & Trust
We believe the families we serve — and the donors who make it possible — deserve to know exactly who we are, how we operate, and where every dollar goes.
At a Glance
Our Organization
Legal Name
Heart of Grace, Inc.
Tax Status
501(c)(3) Public Charity
EIN
83-2065840
IRS Classification
509(a)(2)
Incorporated
September 2018 — Nebraska
Fiscal Year End
December 31
How We’re Governed
Governance & Oversight
Heart of Grace is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors that meets quarterly (February, May, August, and November) to review operations, approve budgets, and ensure the organization stays true to its mission. No board member receives compensation for their service.
Our board has adopted formal policies covering financial controls, conflict of interest, document retention, gift acceptance, and whistleblower protection — the same governance standards expected of established nonprofits, because accountability starts on day one.
As a 501(c)(3) public charity, we file annual returns with the IRS and are registered with the Nebraska Secretary of State. Our IRS Determination Letter, bylaws, and organizational policies are available upon request.
Board of Directors
Jason Stearns
President & Co-Founder
Angela Stearns
Vice President & Co-Founder
Nevaeh Arnett
Board Member
Your Dollars at Work
Financial Stewardship
Heart of Grace is an all-volunteer organization. We have no paid staff, no office lease, and no overhead salaries. That means the vast majority of every dollar donated goes directly to our programs — assembling and delivering Care Bags, relieving financial burdens for families, and providing essentials through our Closet of Grace.
As a small, early-stage nonprofit, we currently file the IRS Form 990-N (e-Postcard) annually, which is the standard filing for tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts under $50,000. As the organization grows, we will transition to more detailed public filings and publish annual reports on this page.
Our financial controls policy requires board approval for expenditures above defined thresholds, dual review of financial transactions, and quarterly financial reporting to the Board of Directors. We maintain these standards because we believe donors deserve to know their gifts are handled with care.
Donations are processed securely through Zeffy, a platform that charges zero fees to nonprofits — so 100% of your donation reaches Heart of Grace.
Open Book
Documents Available Upon Request
We’re happy to share any of the following with donors, partners, or anyone who asks. Just reach out.
IRS Determination Letter
Confirms our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, effective September 19, 2018.
Articles of Incorporation
Filed with the Nebraska Secretary of State, establishing our charitable purpose.
Bylaws & Policies
Governance bylaws, financial controls, conflict of interest, and more.
To request any document, email us at info@theheartofgrace.org
Confident in Our Mission?
Your trust means everything to us. If you have questions about how we operate, how funds are used, or anything else — please ask. We’re an open book.