Houston, TX

GOOD REASON HOUSTON INC

EIN 82-0946654

Education & Youth Development Teaching & Educational Innovation Children & youth

Mission

To increase the number of Houston students learning in great schools.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About GOOD REASON HOUSTON INC

Good Reason Houston is a Houston-based education nonprofit founded in 2017 that uses research, data, district advising, policy advocacy, and family engagement to accelerate student success across the region. The organization partners with school districts, community leaders, and funders to translate data into actionable plans that improve academic outcomes and postsecondary readiness. Good Reason Houston produces original research and public dashboards, provides district advising to implement evidence-based practices, and advocates for policy changes that expand equitable access to high-quality public schooling. The organization focuses on region-wide systems change with the North Star goal of doubling the rate of public school graduates earning a living wage by 2040.

Notable achievements

Regional A–F ratings analysis and influence

Through regular analysis and public explanation of Texas A–F accountability results, Good Reason Houston has documented and helped drive measurable regional improvement; its 2026 analysis reported a large increase in students attending A- or B-rated schools and a sharp reduction in students attending D- or F-rated campuses, reflecting academic growth and stronger College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) indicators across the region.

Postsecondary research and policy recommendations (2025)

Published an original 2025 postsecondary research report highlighting gaps between high school graduation and living-wage outcomes (finding that a large share of graduates do not attain living-wage outcomes) and provided actionable recommendations for districts and policymakers to strengthen pathways to credentials, career certifications, and college completion.

Large philanthropic support & backbone role

Grew into a major regional education backbone organization with multiyear philanthropic investments and rapidly expanding budget and services; the organization has secured large foundation support and increased operating scale to advise districts, run research initiatives, and expand family and community engagement efforts.

At a glance

Total assets: $18.8M
Annual revenue: $11.4M
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 82-0946654
Location: Houston, TX
Website: goodreasonhouston.org
On Mahalo since: September 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

High nonprofit ratings and transparency through third-party evaluators (Charity Navigator lists a high rating and the organization discloses its website and Form 990 filings).

Regularly cited by local media and invited to public policy discussions for its expertise on Texas A–F accountability and student postsecondary outcomes.

Publicly available Form 990 filings and nonprofit registries list Good Reason Houston as an active 501(c)(3) public charity (tax-exempt since 2017), reflecting established governance and reporting.

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