ETHOS LITERACY
ALBUQUERQUE, NM | Bernalillo County
Community Services
Overview
ETHOS LITERACY
41-2235848
400 GOLD AVE SW STE 210
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County
(505) 321-9620
general@ethosliteracy.org
Mission Statement
OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE FREE TUTORING SERVICES TO ADULTS AND TEENS (16+ WHO HAVE LEFT SCHOOL) WHO FACE ECONOMIC AND EDUCATIONAL BARRIERS STEMMING FROM LOW LITERACY LEVELS, LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY, OR INTERRUPTED SCHOOLING. WE FOCUS ON ADULT FOUNDATIONAL EDUCATION (AFE) PROVIDING PARTICIPANTS WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO IMPROVE LITERACY AND NUMERACY SKILLS, LEARN ENGLISH, PREPARE TO TAKE A HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY EXAM, OR GAIN WORKPLACE SKILLS. WE FILL A GAP IN ADULT EDUCATION BY TUTORING INDIVIDUALS WHO CANNOT ENROLL IN FEDERAL FUNDED ADULT BASIC EDUCATION CLASSES BECAUSE THEIR SKILLS ARE TOO LOW. ETHOS LITERACY TUTORS THOSE LEFT BEHIND, OFFERING CRUCIAL SERVICES IN THE MOST POPULOUS COUNTY IN NEW MEXICO, THE STATE WITH THE LOWEST LITERACY RATE IN THE NATION.
CRA Category
- Community Services
Nonprofit location
- LMI Census Tract
- Majority Minority Census Tract
Awards & Certifications
- This nonprofit has not received any CRA awards or certifications.
Founded
2007
Total Employees
3
Total Volunteers
70
Nonprofit Classification (NTEE Code)
B60
B - Educational Institutions
Adult Education
Institutions outside the formal system of regular schools, colleges, universities and technical/trade schools that provide opportunities for adults to develop basic learning and communication skills, complete their high school education, expand their knowledge in a particular field or discipline or develop skills in a new area of interest.
IRS Activity Codes
-
Not reported
-
Not reported
-
Not reported
Standard Business Classification (NAICS Code)
611699
All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction
Targeted Clients
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Immigrants or Refugees
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
- Moderate-Income
- People Living Below Poverty Level
CRA Alignment
CRA Category
Community Services
Social services and other support for low- and moderate-income, homeless or at-risk individuals. 100%
Percent LMI Served
as reported by the nonprofit
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Programs & Services
Reading and Writing
We use Structured Literacy, a teaching method that draws on 50 years of research on effective reading and writing strategies. This evidence-based approach enables students to learn at their own pace while building essential skills including phonemic awareness, fluency and comprehension. In 2017, The Library of Congress named us a Best Practices in Literacy Honoree for our reading program.
Targeted Clients
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Immigrants or Refugees
- Job Seekers
- Minority Individuals
- Native Americans
- Senior Citizens
- Underbanked or Unbanked
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
We have developed mutli-level services, addressing the wide range of learners we serve. Some students start with survival English. Others join a beginning group learning English basics. Some need to work on conversational skills. At the same time, many need to learn reading and writing. The goal is to give these students the vocabulary, fluency and confidence to communicate in everyday and work situations.
Targeted Clients
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Job Seekers
- Minority Individuals
- Senior Citizens
- Underbanked or Unbanked
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
Math Instruction
Math instruction includes the very basics like number placement and arithmetic to higher level math for the GED test.
Targeted Clients
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Immigrants or Refugees
- Job Seekers
- Minority Individuals
- Native Americans
- Senior Citizens
- Underbanked or Unbanked
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
Digital Literacy
Our digital literacy program covers everything students need to navigate the digital world including using smartphones, texting, sending emails, using word processing programs, and creating and using spreadsheets.
Targeted Clients
- Economically Disadvantaged
- Immigrants or Refugees
- Job Seekers
- Minority Individuals
- Native Americans
- Senior Citizens
- Underbanked or Unbanked
- Unemployed
- Women
CRA Income Characteristics
- Low-Income
Awards & Certifications
Community Development Financial Institution
Community Development Financial Institution Award Recipient
New Market Tax Credit Recipient
HUD Counseling Agency
Low Income Housing Tax Credit Recipient
IRS Summary
Income
$227.1K
Revenue
$227.1K
Assets
$85K
IRS Business Master File Details
As of September 2025
Exempt Ruling Date
2007-09
Deductibility Status
Deductible
Last Tax Filing
2024
Organization Type
Corporation
Organization Tax Filing Status
990 (all other) or 990EZ return
Foundation Tax Filing Status
990-PF not required by IRS
Affiliation Classification
Independent Organization
Basis for Foundation/Public Charity Status
Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
IRS Publication 78 Details
As of August 2025
Verified in Publication 78
Yes
Deductibility Limitation
50% (60% for cash contributions)
Organization Description
A public charity
IRS Form 990 Returns
Through June 2025
Tax period ending in
2019-06
Tax period ending in
2018-06
Tax period ending in
2017-06
Tax period ending in
2016-06
Nonprofit Location
Main Address
400 GOLD AVE SW STE 210
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102
Bernalillo County
Area Type
Metropolitan Statistical Area
FIPS Geocoded Address
10740
MSA/MD
35
State
001
County
0021.00
Tract
Low
Income Level
Core-Based Statistical Area
10740 - Albuquerque, NM
Combined Statistical Area
105 - Albuquerque-Santa Fe-Los Alamos, NM
Metropolitan Division
Not located in an MD.
Main Address Located In
Low- or Moderate-Income Census Tract
Opportunity Zone
Majority Minority Census Tract 66.42%
FFIEC Distressed Census Tract
FFIEC Underserved Census Tract
Geographies Served
- NM - Bernalillo County
Market Data
| Main Address | Census Tract | County |
|---|---|---|
| 400 GOLD AVE SW STE 210 ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87102 | 0021.00 | Bernalillo County |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 2,126 | 674,357 |
| Total Households | 1,051 | 283,609 |
| Income | ||
| Median Income* | $23,929 | $66,514 |
| Median Family Income (2024 FFIEC est.) | $86,400 | $91,400 |
| Tract Income Percentage | 34.85% | N/A |
| Below Poverty Level | 39.8% | 15.8% |
| Unemployment Level | 4.6% | 5.3% |
| Housing | ||
| Total Housing Units | 1,238 | 301,278 |
| Total Owner-Occupied Units | 11.4% | 64.3% |
| Total Renter-Occupied Units | 73.5% | 35.7% |
| Total Vacant Units | 15.1% | 5.9% |
* Census Tract Median Income based on 2020 Tract Median Family Income as reported in the 2024 FFIEC Census Flat File. County Income based on Median Household Income as reported in the 2023 American Community Survey.
Management
8
Total Voting Members
in Governing Body
in Governing Body
8
Independent Voting Members
in Governing Body
in Governing Body
Tax Filing Signatory
Vicki Wheatley
President
(505) 321-9620
President
(505) 321-9620
Principal Officer
Vicki Wheatley
findCRA Profile Owner
Margaret Barker
Board President
general@ethosliteracy.org
Board President
general@ethosliteracy.org
Key Policies & Documents
Written Conflict of Interest Policy
Written Document Retention & Destruction Policy
Written Whistleblower Policy
CEO Compensation Review Process
Written Minutes of Board Meetings
Financial Statements & Reporting
Compiled or Reviewed by an Independent Accountant
Audited by an Independent Accountant
Included in Consolidated Financial Statements
Internal Audit Committee Review
Federal Grant Audit Required
Federal Grant Audit Performed
Organization Activities
Provides Credit Counseling
Conducts Gaming Activities
Engages in Lobbying Activities
Engages in Political Activities
Makes Grants to Individuals
Makes Grants to Organizations
Information in this section is extracted from the nonprofit's e-filed tax return and based on answers provided by the nonprofit in their 990 e-filed for the tax period ending on 2023-06.
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