Waldo County Young Mens Christian Association
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
It is the mission of the Waldo County YMCA to promote the physical, mental, social and spiritual development of Waldo County children and Families.
- Income
- $2.9 million
- Spending
- $2.7 million
- Spent on programs
- 84%
- Reserves
- 4.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 78%
- Employees
- 107
- Volunteers
- 221
- Highest pay
- $91,468, ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.3 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 3% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 18% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1584% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 17 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 2522 of 22 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- $1.2 million spent. The WCYs Healthy Living programs strengthen the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of individuals and families across our community. Through membership engagement, wellness and fitness programs, adult sports, aquatics, and related support services the YMCA creates welcoming spaces where people of all backgrounds can improve their health while building meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging. By making healthy liviing accessible and inclusive, the WCY helps individuals develop stronger bodies, healthier habits, and deeper social bonds that contribute to a vibrant and resilient community.
- $886,547 spent. The WCYs Youth Development programs provide safe, nurturing, and enriching enviornments where children and teens can learn, grow, and thrive. Through childcare, youth sports, camps, and related support services, subsidized to make them affordable for all families, the YMCA helps young people build confidence, character, and lifelong skills while supporting working families throughout the community. In addition to providing safe spaces for youth during critical out-of-school hours, the YMCA helps cultivate future community leaders by fostering empathy, teamwork, and self-confidence in the next generation.
- $141,419 spent. The WCYs Social Responsibility programs reflect the YMCAs commitment to strengthening the community by ensuring all individuals have opportunities to connect, contribute, and thrive. These programs include Active Older Adult (AOA) activities, community life-skills and water safety programming, free community events, and the shared use of YMCA facilities by local nonprofit and community organizations. Through these efforts, the WCY helps remove barriers to participation, fosters a culture of belonging, and strengthens the social fabric of our community.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 1995.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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